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The unit comprises letters, 1934-1946, and other papers, 1933-1944, relating to Jennifer Stevenson's schooldays.

Text of a talk 'Memories of David Lloyd George' given by Jennifer Longford to the Lloyd George Society at Llanwrtyd Wells on 8 February 2001. Attached is a press cutting containing Jennifer Longford's obituary published in The Times, 24 March 2012.

Contains the signaturesof numerous prominent politicians and some members of the Lloyd George family. There is also a postcard, 10 November 1937, from H. V. Morton at Egypt to Lloyd George. The poscrad beras a portrait of Lloyd George as Chancellor of the Exchequer. There is also a letter, 20 June 1944, from A. J. Sylvester to Jennifer Stevenson informing her that he hopes to secure Winston Churchill's autograph for her.

The series comprises probate documents, 1940-1972, mainly of members of the Lloyd George family, and letters, 1950-1972, relating to Frances's business affairs.

Letter, 20 March 1947, from Countess Lloyd-George to Mrs Edith Evans, Colwyn Bay (carbon copy). Is grateful for her letter. She has been 'much distressed' by the recent articles published by A. J. Sylvester and appreciates the support which she has received from many correspondents. Was pleased to receive news of recipient's husband who was most supportive to the writer at both Colwyn Bay and Chatsworth.

Letter, 20 March 1947, from Countess Lloyd-George to W. Surrey Dane of Long Acre, London (carbon copy). The despatch of a cheque to Messrs Curtis Brown. The recent severe weather and the writer's influenza attack.

Press cutting from the Western Mail, 6 August 1971, containing a press letter by Dr Glyn Simon entitled, 'Lloyd George was too clever by half', responding to an article by Dr Kenneth O. Morgan.

Press cutting from the Western Mail, 2 August 1971, comprising a letter from Dr Kenneth O. Morgan entitled, 'Uncharitable and ill-informed', defending the good name of David Lloyd George following the recent publication of a recent article by Dr Glyn Simon, the Archbishop of Wales, in the Transactions of the Honourable Society of Cymmrodorion.

Press cutting from the Western Mail, 10 August 1971, containing a press article by Dr Kenneth O. Morgan entitled 'Attack on Lloyd George unjustified', written in response to a letter by Dr Glyn Simon, the Archbishop of Wales.

Letter, 5 August 1945, from Frances Lloyd-George, Avalon, Churt, to her father John Stevenson. Refers to a recent family wedding. Are planning to return to north Wales the following week - in the company of Malcolm Thompson who is going to assist with the writing of a biography of Lloyd George and is coming to speak to people who knew Lloyd George in his boyhood. Gwilym and Edna Lloyd-George are very upset that he has lost his post in the government.

A fragment of a letter, last page only, attempting to justify her choice an unconventional of life-style i.e. not to live at home with her parents, but to pursue an independent course. Reaffirms her love for her parents.

Letter, 3 November 1940, from Jennifer Longford at Penrhos College, Bakewell, to Lloyd George at Brynawelon, Criccieth. Describes her activities and movements. Wishes that Lloyd George would consent to join the war cabinet. Many British people, including the writer above all, would applaud such a move.

Letter, 9 June 1944, from Lloyd George at Bron-y-de, Churt to Jennifer Stevenson. Describes in detail the condition of the orchards on the estate. Gives his views on the Second Front in World War Two; considers the allied breakthrough 'very exciting news' and is savouring the radio broadcasts and the newspaper reports.

Letter, c. 1940, from Lloyd George at Estorel to Jennifer Stevenson. Thanks for the birthday present of a comb. Is anxious to see Jennifer again.

Letter from D. Lloyd George to John Stevenson, father of Frances Stevenson, 12 February 1923, expressing gratitude for the gift of cigars.