Albert Edward Carter of Pitchers Hill Farm died on 29th June 1946. His widow, Mary Louise Carter remained at the associated house, Wickham House, until 1952. When she left, she put the contents up for Auction. These were sold by E.G. Righton & Son on 28th August 1952. The advertisement appeared in the Tewkesbury Register, and Agricultural Gazette of 16th August 1952.