A Fool for Thy Feast

Discover the remarkable journey of The Revd P.B. Tubby Clayton in "A Fool for Thy Feast," penned by Linda Parker and published in 2015. This insightful book spans 248 pages and provides a modern assessment of Tubby, one of the most charismatic and influential Anglican priests of the twentieth century.

"A Fool for Thy Feast" delves into Tubby's life through a rich collection of personal and family papers, as well as Toc H archives and Church Archives. Initially on a conventional clerical path, Tubby's trajectory changed dramatically during wartime. As an army chaplain, he founded the iconic Talbot House in Poperinghe, known as the 'Haven in Hell,' which became a refuge for countless soldiers during the harrowing battles of the Ypres Salient. After the war, he dedicated himself to fostering peace and community, making a lasting impact on the lives he touched.