Wilder Family - Reading
There is a Wilder Coat of Arms...Bestowed on Nicholas of "Nunehide",Berkshire County, on April 15th 1497 along with the Land Grant of "Sulham",same County by King Henry the VII.,for services to him , then the Earl of Richmond,in the Norman Invasion, landing at Milford Haven, and the Battle of Bosworth, in the year 1485 A.D. Nicholas Wylder (wilder) bought John Kent's property 'Nunhide' in Berkshire County in the year 1496. Had a son John who married Alice ?...This John of Nunhide and Alice had: 1) Henry of Combe Hants 2) John Jr.of 'Nunhide' and3) Agnes who married Edward ? Henry of Comb Hants married Edie Saunders in 1580 of Burghfield,Berkshire County they had John of Combe Hants and Thomas . John of Comb Hants married Alice Stryer in 1611 at St. Laurence,Reading, and died in 1640. They had 1) John ,baptized 1612 2) Edward b in 1612 3) Nicholas b in 1617. 4) Ann b in 1620 5) Francis b in 1625 and 6) William b in 1628. John, grand son of Henry and Edie of Comb Hants, married Annie Larsholme in 1629 and a son Samuel b in 1634. Edward, grandson of Henry and Edie of C.H. , married Marie Dickens in 1640 and Deborah in 1645. John Jr of Nunhide, grandson of Nichalos Wylder and son of John of Nunhide, married Alice. He died in 1588 and she in 1598. They had 1) John (III) of Nunhide who bought Sulam in 1598 from Thomas,and married Margaret, 2) Nicholas, 3) William, 4)Thomas who married Margaret and sold Sulham to brother John, 5) Eleanor (and according to some american records, Joan and Alice) John (III) of Nunhide & Sulham, and wife Margaret had 1) John (IV), 2)Margaret and 3) Thomas of Shiplake, and was alive in 1633. Thomas of Shiplake , married Martha and they had 1) John, (VI) . 2) Thomas Jr., 3) Edward. 4) Elizabeth and 5) Mary. Thomas died...the widow Martha ,Thomas Jr.,Edward, Elizabeth and Mary came to Higham Massachusetts Colony on the good ship Confidence in 1638......there they built the foundation for a long line of descendents the have scattered throught out the united States. Purley Hall (still there) next door to Sulham village ( just west of Reading) was purchased by Rector Dr .Henry Wilder in1733. The above was copied from records and files in the hands of Mr.Henry H.Wilder, 8 Southcote Road , Reading , Birkshire County, England in May 1944 ,by Lieut.Col. Ryan L Wood , Infantry Reserve, U.S. Army, a minister of the Memorial Presbeterion Church 318 Cranes Nest Way, West Palm Beach , Florida, then on Active Time Duty in England.

ROSE profile - Reading
I am looking for any information on the ROSE family of Reading. So far, all I have is James Rose, whose daughter Mary Rose b. 1830 married James Hannuell circa 1825. They had a daughter, Amelia 1871 who married Samuel Godden (all I have on him is that he came from "London") and of their children, Mabel 1894 was my grandmother. Samuel and Amelia emigrated to Australia in 1913/14 with their children. Mabel married Arthur Henry Read from Kapunda, South Australia.

ROSE - Reading
I am wondering if 'my' Mary Rose, born 1830 is the Mary Rose of James and Ann (Winslow) of Trowbridge. 'My' Mary married James Hannuell, but I don't know where either of them came from.

ROSE of Reading - Reading
I am wondering if Geo Rose had a relative called James or Mary (b. 1830). I have reason to believe that they lived in or near Reading, and that Mary married James Hannuell, son of Robert.

Ford, Alfred George - Reading
I am looking for information about my Great great grandfather, Alfred George Ford. He was from Reading, though he moved to Wigan and lived there at the time of the 1881 census.He was a Railway Loco Engine Stoker. He later married Ann Ashurst and they had two sons Harry and Ashley Fred. I am trying to put together a family tree and any information about the Reading link would be greatly appreciated. Regards Margaret

Neary - Reading
does anyone know of (Arthur Cecil Michael Neary) he was born in South Africa last known in and around Reading in is late eighty

Goff - Reading
My maternal grandfather was Frank Wilfred Maurice Goff (Maurie) born 1901 I believe in reading. My grandmother was Susan Alice May Boshier. Her father George married Beatrice Calleja in Malta in 1890. I'm trying to trace both sides of the family.

Hiram Long - Reading
Trying to trace a Hiram Long who married Elizabeth Dark, on June 2, 1800 at Saint Mary, Reading , Berkshire. two of their children were Hiram and George Joseph born 1811 and 1818 respectivily, in Rotherhithe. Any ifo would be greatly received.

FOX - Reading
ANY INFORMATION ABOUT CLIFF FOX - KEEN SAILER AND HIS WIFE ELSIE WHO LIVED AT READING ROAD, WOODLEY. CLIFF HAD BROTHERS AND SISTERS, GRACE, BILL AND FRED. RELATED TO THE ARCHER FAMILY OF HERTFORDSHIRE I THINK

LOOKING FOR TOMKINS - Reading
Does any one have any info on frank tomkins, lived in the Reading area in the 1940s,(I don't know if he was born there)moved out of Reading I am not sure when,???worked as a car hire person I thnk !!family might have had a scrap yard!! any info would greatly be appreciated.THANK YOU

mary appleby - Reading
im looking for anybody that knows where mary appleby went when she married canadian raf officer in reading in the late 1940's my mum was her sister,rose stubbings.

Phillips - Reading
Seeking information on and descendants of James PHILLIPS (born at Shalbourne in Berkshire, now Wiltshire, in 1838) and his second wife Lucy nee PHILLIPS, (probably a cousin, born at Shalbourn c1859). James was recorded in the 1891 census as the landlord of the Swan Inn, Totton, Southampton at which date he and Lucy had a number of children: Blanch Alice (b1880, probably in London), Robert William (b1882 at Eling, Hants), Arnold Edwin (b1883 at Eling) and Florence May (b1886 at Eling). An additional child, Martha Jane, was born at Reading c1897. James died in January 1901 and in the census of that year Lucy, Robert and Arnold were recorded living in Dover Street, Reading. Robert and Arnold were employed at a biscuit factory, no doubt Huntley & Palmers. The whereabouts of Blanch are unknown at that date and Florence may have been in training for service in London. Does anyone recognise any of these people?

Terry, Moss - Reading
Looking for relations of Richard Terry who married Charlotte Moss in St Giles', Reading in 1807. He was a shoemaker of Silver Street.

Luker/Stratford - Reading
Looking for information on the marriage of Charles Luker born Uxbridge abt 1840 and Emily Stratford born Idstone Berks abt 1838. They were living in Reading at the 1871 Census but may not have been married there.

Klein, Elmes - Reading
Looking for info on Albert C F born 1871 London, Lilian Annie Jane born 1872 London, Mary 1874 Binfield, Nelly 1876 Reading, Harry born 1880 Reading. Their parents were Anne/Annie Elmes born 1848 Binfield died 1888 Reading and Carl Ernst Chrisof Klein born 1844 in Germany. He was a Tailor and she was a Tailoress. What happened to Carl and the children

Britton, Elmes - Reading
Any info on Martha Sarah born 1872 Reading, William George born 1873 Reading, Mary born 1875 Reading. Their parents were Sarah Elmes born 1844 Binfield died 1881 Reading (Alice Jane their first child born 1870 Reading also died 1881 Reading),George Britton born 1848 Hurst. What happened to George and the children. He was a Baker

Hosier Street - Reading
In the 1871 census 2 x Gt Grandparents lived at 31 Hosier St, Reading. Has anyone any information or old pictures?

Neave of Shinfield, Reading - Reading
2nd World War photographs of John Neave from Shinfield area of Reading are available to be passed on only to children or relatives. A Leading Aircraftman, Electrical Section, 5051 Squadron RAF (about 85 years old if living). Probably emigrated to South Africa

Havell Family - Reading
I have the Havell family tree which dates back a few hundred years and up to 1915. Most of the Havells lived in Reading, but at one point a branch of them moved to London, and that's where my father, Robert William Havell was born in 1915. I would like to link him with the other Havells. His father was also called Robert, and his mother Ada. They are not on the tree, but I think that's because the tree only listed professional men and a few women (they were artists of note). Can anyone help me here?

William Huntington - Reading
I am looking for information on my gg grandfather William Huntington b Reading Berkshire 1825. He emigrated to Australia and m Charlotte Crisford 25/10/1854 at Christ Church St Peters and worked as a brickmason at St Leonards. Any information on William and his family before emigration would be appreciated.

BOX family of Reading - Reading
Frank W. Box b. 27 May 1863 in Reading, Berkshire - parents John Box and Mary North. Frank sailed to Australia on the "Duke of Argyle". Settled in Maryborough Queensland.

BONFIELD, Robert abt 1822 - Reading
William Bonfield and Sarah Burns gave birth to a Robert Bonfield in Reading, England according to Robert's death certificate. Unable to find maiden names in my surches. Does anyone know of the aboe people?

Whitehouse - Reading
Jeremiah Whitehouse was found in Reading in around 1820 having previously lived in Oxford. His partner was Harriett Coppock and they had seven children. Jeremiah was a Barge Master. If anyone knows anything about him i would love to hear from you.

Durbidge connection in Reading - Reading
My ancestors were Durbidge and Thomas - a Brazier was born in Reading in 1792. Would love to find out more about his parents and siblings

Elm Lodge Avenue - Reading
I am looking for information on 29 Elm Lodge Avenue, Reading. My Grandfather was born at this address in 1909 and I am not sure if the address was a maternity home or private address. Would appreciate any information.

Susannah Eleanor Seymour - Reading
Searching for information on the family of Susannah Seymour, believed born in Reading circa 1806. Followed her brother said to be a transported convict to Australia in 1833 aboard the emigrant ship Layton.

Beecot & Deacon info wanted. - Reading
Help wanted with Beecot family. Henry George Beecot born Purley, Reading abt 1843, Father William Beecot & mother Hester nee Deacon. Henry emigrated to New Zealand & married. Little else known of his family, any info appreciated.

Hadley Family - Reading
Am looking for any living Hadleys from Reading.Names Henry and Sophia-cjildren Charles-Thomas-Harriet-Amelia-Sophia-Keziah and Rosetta who was my ggrandmother.Charles married Ann and children were Charles-Harry-Edward-Alice-Rosina-Ernest-Arthur-Ada-and Edith.

maynard family - Reading
Am looking for anyone connected to Richard Maynard b1843 Southhampton or Portsmouth married to Keziah Hadley with two living children Righard Edward and Harriet.They lived in Grey friars reading

any information prior 1842 - Reading
Burbidge family berkshire and surrounding counties

Ball Family - Reading
I am seeking any information related to the Ball Family of Reading, c. 1500-1770 including avilable history books and genealogy

Havells of Reading - Reading
I can provide information about the Havell family of Reading, Berkshire, and London.

looking for - Reading
does anyone know of the leonard family from reading. i know there was an ellen leonard and three of her daughters were barbara known as ann, kate and patsy. i was adopted out as a baby and i am trying to trace my original roots. ann was my birth mother.

Rose family - Reading
I am looking for any info on the following family: William R Rose & his wife Ellen, thier children William H J b1869 Reading Berkshire, Minnie b 1871 Deptford, Ada Louisa b 1873 Woolwich, Ellen b 1876 Woolwich, Bessie b1877 Woolwich, Catherine b 1880 Greenwich. Thankyou.

NUTT SHALE - Reading
My ancestor GEORGE NUTT was born in READING in about 1839. His parents were CHARLES NUTT and HARRIET SHALE. Does anyone have any details on their marriage? Also looking for any details on either family. CHARLES was born in Reading or Aldermaston in about 1804.

ELLEN BRYANT - Reading
Has anybody got information on ellen Bryant nee malham who was born in Tilehurst around 1879 she married Albert Bryant in1899. Also Annie louise Bryant born 1899 daughter to the above.

THE GUTTER - Reading
Has anybody got information on the Gutter Tilehurst its where my great grandmother came from Ellen Bryant nee Malham.

Edwards - Reading
Looking for info on thomas edwards b1840 and eliza unknown. He was born in reading berkshire.

long/harris/Reading /Berks - Reading
looking for info on my gr parents,william frederick long/1895/hannah harris 1895,they married in 1923 in Reading,lived in silver street.they had at least 2 sons.one was my dad william james thomas long 1924.not sure of the other son,thanks ,kev

Harris /Long .Reading /Berks - Reading
looking for info on HANNAH HARRIS 1895/WILLIAM FREDERICK LONG 1895.they married in 1923,had 2 sons .william james thomas long 1924.i dont know the other sons name.they lived in crane court ,silver street Reading in 1924.thanks .kev

TOMALIN, TOMLIN, TOMLINS - Reading
Researching the Tomalin family from Enstone, Bix, Assenden, Rotherfield Greys, Henley on Thames areas of Oxfordshire as well as Fawley Buckinghamshire, Reading Berkshire and Dartford Kent.

Parents of Rebecca AKERS - Reading
Hi I am looking for the records of George and Diana (Nee RICHARDSON) AKERS who were married in Sonning Oxfordhire and had their first child Rebecca in Reading Berks. Haydn, Canada

Edkins - up to 1820 - Reading
I am researching my ancestor, John Edkins who lived in Reading up to 1820. He married Ann Binfield and had two children in Reading, John and Joseph. His parents were John and Elizabeth Edkins. Can anyone help? Peter

Brooker family - Reading
Information regarding James Brooker of Basildon,bap; 22.10. 1797, d. 22.11.1824.Mother Hannah Brooker also of Basildon.

Moate nee Maynard - Reading
Seeking details of my great Aunt, Harriet Moate nee Maynard, born Reading, Berks c.1850. Married a William Flockton Moate on 15 April 1868. Census 1881 shows a Harriet Moat (sic), born Reading abt. 1848 as an inmate, HM Prison, Frances St., Westminster. Anyone know what happened to her?

Gardiner Family - Reading
I have been researching my family history and know that my great grandfather Stephen Henry Gardiner ran a watchmakers and jewellers business in Broad Street Reading until his death in 1922 when it was taken over by two of his six sons. I would be interested to hear of any of his descendants and they might in turn like to know the details of my research.

Warrick or Warwick and Keel - Reading
I am looking for more info about the Warrick (or Warwick) family of Reading. George was a shoemaker in Castle Street in 1840s and had children Walter (who moved to London), Eliza, Thirza, Frederick (who also moved to London) etc. Married Elizabeth Keel. They were decendants oif the Warricks who ran the ferry at the roebuck Inn at Tilehurst and were also probable descendants of the Warrick family of Hungerford in c16-c17. John Warrick, his nephew, founded Warrick's cycles of Caversham Road, Reading

Matthews - Reading
Looking for info about Matthews family esp Zipporah or Zeborah in Cookham area late c18

Reading - Blackiston, Cottrell, Lowe - Reading
I'm researching my family tree - am interested in finding out more about Blackistons' from Reading. My great grandmother was called Dorothy Ada Blackiston and she was born in 1893 - I believe her mother Harriet ran the Balgrave Arms in Reading and remarried? to Fox?? In the 1901 census my grand mother was a boarder in Hemdean House School, Caversham, She married Thomas Cottrell in 1912. An Elizabeth Irving was living in the Balgrave Arms with Harriet and Charles Fox...any one got any more info?

freddie taylor - Reading
im tring to trace the decendents of freddie taylor, born about 1898 in edmonton, middlesex now part of greater london, his parents were charles and hannah, all that ive been told is that he moved to reading and used to run a public house, im sure the pub he used to run was THE RETREAT in st johns street any info would be helpfull.