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Derbyshire UK - Genealogy, Surnames, Family and Local History

County town: Derby Other major towns: Ilkeston, Chesterfield Origins of Name: Village with a deer park, Danish Population 1801: 161,567 Population 1961: 877,620 Acreage: 643,572 Urban Land 1961: 16.5%... more

Phillips family, Uplow - Bradwell
Looking for any information about John James Phillips and Katharine née Bennett, living at Uplow, Bradwell in 1931. Had a daughter named Hilary in that year.

Archer Family - Bradwell
Looking for descendants of John & Ann Archer who ran the "White Hart Inn" in the 1870's. Other family names their children married into were...Naylor,Wilson,taylor,& Bennett.

Slater Family - Brailsford
Francis Slater was born in Brailsford in 1785. Would like to determine his parents.

Brailsford Derbyshire - Brailsford
I am interested in the Fitchett family in the 19th century in Brailsford as well as the Murfins

William Gaskin & Jane Thacker - Brailsford
Does anybody have information on William Gaskin & Jane Thacker living in/around Willington circa. 1842? William Gaskin was a Bricklayer.

murfin - Brailsford
any info please ,my g/grandma was sarah murfin,her parents were joseph and mary,she had sibblings,sukey,lucy,lee,issabella herbet,and william.sarah died 1898,they were born in ripley derby,would be v/greatfull for help,thankyou

Pegg/Pegge/Peggs - Brailsford
I am trying to trace ancestors of Joseph pegge/peggs/pegg born 1841 brailsford. He married an Ellen Warren from Hollington. I believe his parents to be William Pegge/pegg/peggs born 1814 in Shirley, Derbyshire and Elizabeth? also born Brailsford. On 1851,1861,1871,William is a farmer. In 1881 he is a farmer of 200 acres in Yeldersley. I would like to hear from anyone with information on William Pegg and his ancestors.

William Wallbank - Brailsford
Information on William Oct 26 1851 Brailsford, Derbyshire, England. He is my Gt.Grandfather. Mother Margaret Alcock

ashmoore - Brampton
looking for George Ashmoore/Ashmore wife Sarah ,living in Brampton around 1790,possible children--Sam,Mary,John. Sarah's maiden name may have been Stevens.

WHEATCROFT/MOORE - Brampton
Lucy WHEATCROFT born 1848 and married Edward MOORE in 1864 - any info?

MOORE/GEORGE - Brampton
John Henry MOORE married Margaret Hannah GEORGE 1908 daughter of Elias and Hannah. Any info?

Sherwins - Brampton
STEPHEN SHERWIN born about 1808 Brampton, married Sarah and on 1861 census was living in Sheffield. He was my GGG Grandfather. Found a Henry Sherwin also born Brampton about 1809 living New Road, Brampton, Derby and wonder if this could be Stephen's brother. Found a christening for a Stephen Sherwin 02 JUL 1809 Chesterfield, Derby with parents Stephen Sherwin and Mary. Can anyone help, as I have come to a full stop with my GGG grandfather.

CHANDERHILL FARM - Brampton
ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THE OLD FARMS IN CHANDERHILL LANE IN BRAMPTON ESPECIALLY THE NETHER CHANDERHILL FARM DOWN THE HILL FROM THE MAIN FARM WHICH WAS DEMOLISHED AND THERE NOW STANDS ONE LARGE DETACHED HOUSE AND THREE SETS OF SEMI'S. I am particularly interested in any old photos.

Lowe Family - Brampton
Researching a Samuel Lowe b1820 Hasland Earthen Manufacturer Employing 107 Men Women & Boys his company was known as Alma Pottery I believe? I am not directly decended from Samuel Lowe but would love to know more about him or his factory.

Missing marriages. - Brampton
Looking for onfo on Samuel Jones, son of Robert Jones (joiner) and Amy Lowe.He married Ann Forster 1861/2.She died and he married Ellen Smith from Walton pre 1877. I can find no record of either marriage.Any clues please?

pursglove-fowler - Brampton
hi i am trying to find any info on my g/g/g/g/grandfather william pursglove,he was born 1816,at old brampton,he married eliza fowler in 1836 and within 2yrs was residing in sheffield.williams parents were thomas pursglove and elizabeth crofts who married in 1804.

Johnson - Brampton
Samuel Johnson, born c.1743 in Brampton Moor, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire; died there in 1825. Married to Sarah (died 1816). Father of Richard, born c.1771; died in Doncaster (?), West Yorkshire, 1825. Information on antecedents or descendents wanted.

CLARK / LEWIS - Brampton
Some help please, I am looking for any information on a Charles Clark born 1811 in Bramptom - In 1841 Census he was living in Spread Eagle Yard, Chesterfield with his family, he was married to Elizabeth Lewis b. 1812 who was born in Chesterfield, hope someone is out there who can help.

Goodlad - Brampton
Any details of the Goodlad family of Brampton near Chesterfield? Benjamin Goodlad (B.1781) married Sarah Malks (b.1873, they had James (b.1804) who married Jemima Stacey, their son Charles(b.1825) married Sarah Jackson (b.1826). Have lots more information can share. Please get in touch if you can expand. Thanks

The Archers - Brampton
Looking for descendants of Lydia Archer 1827 married to John Bennett, Elizabeth 1832, John Archer 1833 married Ann Rayben ,Henry Archer 1833 married Hannah Taylor ,Martha Archer 1837 Fanny Archer 1830 Clara Archer 1846 James Archer 1852

Brassington Records - Brassington
Parish Records and Census have been transcribed.

Wayne Family - Brassington
Hannah Wayne was baptised in Brassington in 1796, her parents were William and Ann Wayne. Would like to know about this family.

Francis Slater, Farmer - Brassington
Francis Slater, a farmer, married Hannah Wayne in Brassington in December 1821. Would like to know more details about the wedding and Francis Slater.

Gregory, Benjamin - Brassington
Searching for details on Benjamin born circa 1776, family lived at Harborough House, Brassington and were farmers.

Watson/Wheeldon - Brassington
Any data on Watson or Wheeldon families of Brassington, Derbyshire. Already have lots of details on various families which I'm willing to share. Cheers, Steve

Who knows Walton/Taylor - Brassington
They were both born in Brassington about 1836,Elizabeth taylors,parents were John & Hannah Taylor from Nottingham

Ann Walton<1798>born Isle of mann. - Brassington
Her second husband was Greatorex,she had a son John Walton <1835>.does anyone know who her first husband was?.

Johnson Family - Brassington
I am trying to find out about the parents of Annie Johnson born Brassington 1910. I believe Annie lived on a farm with her parents, but later moved to Shirebrook when her mother remarried.She had an older brother.

Walton/Watson - Brassington
George Walton 1855 - 1937 and Elizabeth Walton (ne. Watson) 1857 - 1929. Lived at Lydgate House, searching for family info e.g. their parents names. Have info of their descendants.

Handley family - Brassington
I am researching the Handley family of Brassington, descendants of Joseph Handley and Lydia Allsop who married in Brassington on 15 Dec 1800. I would particularly like to find information predating their marriage Thanks, Sue

Watson, Temperance born 1800 - Brassington
Looking for any information on Temperance WATSON born in Mayfield, Staffordshire in 1800. Her family lived in Brassington Derbyshire where she married Thomas WHEELDON in 1820. Thomas died c1833 after which she seems to vanish. They had at least 5 children, John WHEELDON c1820, William WHEELDON c1822,Thomas WHEELDON c1825,George WHEELDON c1827 and Robert WHEELDON c1829. The family moved around living in Brassington, Wyaston, and Yeldersley over the years. I would be willing to share any research with interested parties.

Spencer Family Brassington - Isle of Man - Brassington
I'm looking for the parents of Robert Spencer bn.1775. He married Ann Lomas bn.1782 in Brassington and her parents were Mary and Ralph. I know Robert moved to the Isle of Man with his family from Brassington but I'm not sure if he was born there. And we have a family rumour from a great aunt that he is linked with the Chatsworth family. Does anyone have any info?

Fearn family, Brassington - Brassington
I am looking for Lydia Mary Fearn, born in 1882 in Brassington, father Benjamin Fearn, mother possibly Elizabeth. Any help appreciated, Sandra.

Roome - Breadsall
I am researching the ROOME family of Breadsall, Derbyshire

Smeeton/smeaton - Breadsall
Looking for fellow SMEETON/SMEATON's who resided in Breadsall 1700-1800's.

Chapman - Breadsall
Edward CHAPMAN. Married in All Saints, Derby. 4th Feb.1839.

Galley/smeeton - Breadsall
Marriage between Benjamin GALLEY and Hannah SMEETON, in St.Alkmund, Derby. 1800's Are they hiding in your branches????

Smith - Breadsall
Charles SMITH married Matilda SMEETON, Breadsall, Derby. 1873. James SMITH. Baptised 1875. Breadsdall, Derby.

Moore, Isaac. 1746-1833 - Breadsall
Looking for Isaac's parents, he was born in Breadsall in 1746 and married Sarah Bailey in 1771.

Thomas Dolman - Breadsall
I am looking for a Thomas Dolman I believe was born in Breadsall. Thomas was born c1700 any info on him would be gratefully received.

Breaston 1950s - Breaston
I have several photographs of group activities relating to employees and their fmailies of W H Paul, Longmoor Lane, Breaston in the 1950s, e.g. children's parties, amateur theatricals, archery club, celebrations. Also another photo, showing the line up of a dance concert which would have taken place early 50s, by the dance class that met in the upper room of The Chequers. Also a few photos of school outings. Lots of faces, most of whom I can't remember now. Anybody interested, please contact me.

stevensons in breaston - Breaston
Does anybody have a Sarah Stevenson b.1796 at Breaston Derby in their family history?She married Joseph Winfield at Risley in 1820,She is my g.g.Grandmother.any info would be much appreciated

Bennett Bretby - Bretby
Searching for Bennett connections from Bretby and Burton on trent.

Johnson Family - Brimington
My great grandfather, William JOHNSON, was born 22 April 1849 in Brimington, son of William JOHNSON and Fanny. Their other children included Eliza (1845-1852), Mary Ann and Elizabeth (both 1851). Does anyone know of this family? Thanks.

Sharman family - Brimington
I am researching my Sharman ancestors and have got back as far as Benjamin Sharman, father of Joseph Sharman b. 1841 in Brimington. I am struggling to find any info on Benjamin other than the fact he was married to Elizabeth. Any help gratefully received.

Bagshaw - Brimington
I am seeking information about the Bagshaw family from Brimington. My grandparents were Emsley and Ivy Bagshaw. Any info would be very gratefully received

Charles Edwards b. c.1840 North Wingfield - Brimington
Searching for connections of Charles Edwards born North Wingfield c. 1840 who I believe married Ann Bradshaw 1880's whilst living at Brimington.

Charlton/Butcher families - Brimington Common
In 1871 Lizzie Butcher nee Parker was living in Brimington Common with her son,George, and sister Ann and brother-in-law Thomas Charlton. Lizzie's husband, Herbert, was at this time living and working in Mansfield.

Sharman family - Bubnell
I am researching the Sharman family who were agricultural labourers in Bubnell and Calver. Thomas Sharman was born in Bubnell about 1800. His son John was born in Bubnell about 1825. John's son George was born in Calver in 1851. He later moved to Stockport.

Richard Brindley/elizabeth Hibbert - Burbage
Richard Brindley married Elizabeth Hibbert on 31 Dec 1860 at Heaton Norris, Stockport. Their children were George born 1861 at Burbage, William 1865, Mary Hibbert 1866 and John Hibbert 1877. Mary married Walter J. Hadfield (son of Francis) and they had Maud born 1885 and Francis 1888. This family lived at Burbage, near Buxton, Derybshire.



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