Dowson, Melvin, Crofton, Anderson - Bishopwearmouth
Looking for the descendants of Thomas Dowson, lived in Bishopwearmouth from 1825 until his death at Hendon Rectory, Rutland Rd. in 1881. (born Witton-le-Wear 1800). He first married Elizabeth Crofton in Bishopwearmouth in 1825, and 2) Elizabeth Melvin in Monkwearmouth in 1833. Looking for descendants, if any, of his daughters from his first marriage: Margaret Dowson b.1826, Isabella Dowson b. 1827, marriages unknown, and from his second marriage, his daughter Mary Ann Dowson(b.1839, d.1910)who married John Edward Anderson at Brougham St. Tabernacle in 1873 (Edward/John died 1918). I can share old photos, info about NZ Dowsons, and Dowson ancestors in Witton-le-Wear and Hamsterley back to 1570s.

Errington, Skillicorn, Anderson, Dowson - Bishopwearmouth
Roger D. Errington b.1947, son of Doreen Skillicorn and Roger Errington who married 1945. Do you know him? We share common ancestors. His mother Doreen is the daughter of Lewis Douglas Skillicorn and Emily Anderson, who married in 1907 in the Thornhill Church, Burns Road, Sunderland. Emily, born in 1883 in Sunderland, was a daughter of Mary Ann Dowson and John Edward Anderson. I desecend from Mary's brother Thomas William Dowson. I have old photos of Emily and her father John Anderson to share, as well as many others of the Dowson family. Have lots of family tree information to share with anyone who contacts me about the Andersons and Dowsons.

Family of Mallins - Bishopwearmouth
Hello I'm looking for any decendants of Edward Mallin born 1839 Ireland but lived in Bishopwearmouth and other parts of Sunderland had a daughter Catherine born 1867, but his wife must have died when she was given birth as she died in1867 any help would be gratfull Wendy

Huntley Crown - Bishopwearmouth
Birth about 1841 sought

Thomas Stockdale - Bishopwearmouth
I am looking for any infomation regarding Thomas Stokdale who was born 1836 a business man and ship owner.

McNamara Arnison - Bishopwearmouth
I'm looking for any information relating to McNamara's from Bishopwearmouth, Charles McNamara was living in Sunderland in 1851, he moved to Swansea in about 1855, returning to Bishopwearmouth in about 1875. His wife Elizabeth was born in Dudley in about 1830. Their son John Coundon McNamara died in Sunderland in about 1877 aged 18, 2 other sons were Charles and Thomas Their daughter Elizabeth married John Herring Arnison.

Jane Naisby - Bishopwearmouth
Jane Naisby was my great-great-grandmother. I am descended from her first born son, William Ingledew. William married Elizabeth Herschel in 1892. They had four sons and one daughter, Elizabeth, who was born in 1895 and was my grandmother. Elizabeth Ingledew married Thomas Young in 1918 and had 4 daughters - Dorothy, Marjorie, Elsie (my mother) and Valerie.

Charlton - Bishopwearmouth
Looking for a connection to James Charlton born about 1843 in Sunderland. Married Mary Sanderson born Leeds. Three offspring,Mary Alice b 1864, Frank (my grandfather) b 1866 and Edie. James died between 1866 & 1878. Mary Sanderson remarried a John Farrer in 1878 in Sunderland.He had 3 sons & 2 daughters, Annie,Edith James,John Tom. Last known address in 1881 11 Maple St Sunderland

Coxon - Bishopwearmouth
Seeking information about James Coxon, son of William Coxon. James was born about 1818

BISHOPWEARMOUTH - Bishopwearmouth
DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFORMATION RE MARY EMMA CESSFORD AND A JOHN TAYLOR(FATHER WAS A TAILOR) ABT1935. THEY HAD A SON. THEY NEVER STAYED TOGETHER ANY INFOMATION GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANKYOU KAREN

Reay Family - Bishopwearmouth
I am looking for information on the Reay family (Amelia born 1891 Catherine, James, Jane )living in bishopwearmouth approx 1870 onwards any information would be appreciated

Bishopwearmouth / Benson - Bishopwearmouth
I am trying to find information on Mary Jane Benson & James Molloy in Bishopwearmouth around 1875. They lived at Crow Tree Rd Sunderland, then moved to Deptford London, they were married in 1903.

Charlie K Sheard - Bishopwearmouth
Anyone descended from Charlie Kilner and Annie E Sheard, aged 28 and 26 in 1881? They had a son in 1881 called Saville Sheard. Charlie was a Manager to a Cab proprietor and they lived at 30 Chester Terrace, Bishopwearmouth.

Drummond - Steel(e) - Bishopwearmouth
Looking for information on David Steele and Mary ann Drummond married may 18 1829, bishopwearmouth.

JOHNSON/ROBINSON/COWELL/HOOD - SUNDERLAND - Bishopwearmouth
GEORGE JOHNSON age 43 an Outdoor Officer with HM Customs, and his wife MARGARET nee ROBINSON age 42, both died of typhus fever in October 1871 at 35 Lawrence St, Bishopwearmouth. They left three children: John-Robinson (13), Margaret-Sophia (10) and Robert (8), all listed on 1871 Census as scholars. JOHN ROBINSON JOHNSON married ELIZABETH DOWSEY MAGOG 1877. They had seven daughters, Margaret, Elizabeth, Ellen, Rebecca, Edith, Ruth and Lily, and a son George. (I have a WW1 postcard poss from George to his son Henry/Harry.) John was a grocer/storeman who died 03.08.1907 age 49 while working at Doxey's Shipyard. Poss res 40 Penser St. In 1911 Elizabeth and dtrs Ruth 15 and Lily 9 were living at 16 Pensher St, Sunderland. MARGARET SOPHIA JOHNSON married THOMAS COWELL, a copper engraver/lithographer. In 1901 they were living in Cleveland Road with two children, Florence b.1884 and Arthur Wellesley b.1887. Florence married HARRY COLLIER HOOD in 1908. In 1911, her mother and brother were living with her at 28 Mount Road, Sunderland. ROBERT JOHNSON was my G-Grandfather. He joined the merchant navy and, by the 1881 Census, had become known as ROBERT JONES. In 1883 he married LOUISA FAULKES in Southampton. (His shipmate Thomas DONNELLY married Louisa's sister Susan-Hephzibah.) The families moved to Newport, Mon. Robert & Louisa had three children: my Grandfather Robert George Jones b.1884, Margaret ca 1886-1889, and William b.1888. Robert was serving on the SS Odessa when he 'drowned' 27.08.1889 age 27. Home address at time of death, 33 Louisa St, Cardiff. In 1895 Louisa married THOMAS KILBY, they had four children and lived in Pontypridd. Does anyone recognise the Johnson family? There may be Scottish ancestry. I would like to know what became of the three orphaned children in 1871 but don't know where to start. I have some old photographs taken in Sunderland which I am told are of g.grandfather Robert.

Harker - Bishopwearmouth
I would love some information about any Harkers living in Blyth St. South Hylton, 1870's till 1890's. Their names were William and Elizabeth.

Robson Scott Hulme Aikens Chilton - Bishopwearmouth
Looking for info on Henry and William Robson, born 1835/1837, their sister Jane born 1850 Married Thomas Hulme, two more sisters Mary (my great gmother)who married Andrew Scott in 1859 then married Thomas Johnson, and the youngest Elizabeth who married Robert Aikens. The youngest boy Robert Robson born 1844 was a Professor of Music who married Frances Chilton. Their parents were Robert Robson born Norton 1811 and Isabella Ferry born 1815 in Witton Gilbert. Robert was a Woodman who worked on the Earl of Durhams Estate. I have no info on Henry or William, Mary I have a lot of, Elizabeth, I met her granddaughter who suppled me with valuable info. I would appreciate any info on Henry and William, also Jane who may have gone to Australia,and finally the Professor who I think travelled a lot. Thank you. Helen

Andrew Scott or Horace Stanley - Bishopwearmouth
Looking for information on my Grandmothers half brother. He was born in Bishop Auckland in 1860 or 1861 eldest son of Andrew Scott a Saddler and Mary Robson and his occupation was an actor comedian and he used the stage name Horace Stanley. He married Kate Kilpack, and I believe they lived in Sheffield. Can you help please Helen

Grange School Bishopwearmouth - Cowan - Bishopwearmouth
I recently discovered that a family that interests me as having married into my ancestral family, ran a school in Bishopwearmouth known as The Grange. One, James Cowan, was headmaster in 1841. Does anybody know about this school? was it a prepatory school?

Cotton families BWM - Bishopwearmouth
My ggfather was Elmer Cotton, mariner, born BWM c1815, married Margaret Maccaskill in Stornaway, Orkney, 25 Sept 1839. They had 5 children, William b 1840, Christiana b 1846, Kenneth Elmer b 1849, Sarah b 1851 and Elmer Johnathan b 1853. I have searched briefly at Durham CRO and found 2 or 3 Cotton families in BWM but not this one. Am struggling to find any more info - can anyone help please.

Vincent Hodgson - Bishopwearmouth
I'm looking for info on the famiy of my gg-grandfather, Vincent Hodgson b. 1807. There were 4 children named in the 1851 census, Havelock (1837), Jane (1839), Mary (1841) and Hannah (1949). The only children I have any additional info on are Hannah (my g-grandmother) and Havelock Hodgson who married Agnes Stewart of Gateshead in 1860. Havelock and his wife were traced to Northumberland in 1861 and I have no further info on his family. I have the birth certificate of Hannah and would like to obtain the birth certificate of Havelock as there is some confusion about the name of his mother. Hannah's certificate shows Elizabeth Havelock as her mother. Her name is on the census with the children. I have only been able to find a marriage certificate for Vincent Hodgson and Amelia Havelock in 1835. I would like to know the name of the mother on Havelock's birth certificate but as his birth occurred before registrations began, I am having difficulty finding this info. Does anyone have any knowledge of this family? If so, I would appreciate hearing from them.

Harrison - Bishopwearmouth
Looking for any information for William and Mary Harrison in th 1851 census Mary was a widow (launderess) living with her 9year old son Ralph. I have no idea Mary's maiden name and can not find either on the 1841 census. The only information is from Ralph's wedding certificate which shows his father as William a cartwright. Any help would be appreciated, Thank you

SHIELS Henry - Bishopwearmouth
I am looking for information regarding a Henry Shiels who was an Officer in HM Customs. His daughter Mary Jane Shiels was living at 1 Wood Side Bishopwearmouth at the time of her marriage in 1880 to George Robert Mason. Henry Shiels was deceased at the time of his daughter's marriage. I am particularly looking for information on Henry Shiels wife which is Mary Jane Shiels mother. I am searching from Australia on behalf of my 83 year old mother who lives in New Zealand. Mary Jane Shiels/Shields was my mothers grandmother and I would be pleased if I could find some further information for my mother. Many thanks.

Davies Family in Sunderland - Bishopwearmouth
Searching for descendants of Albert Hugh Davies b. 1863/4 married Annie Stothard in Sunderland. Children as follows, Albert b.1884,Robert H Davies b.1885, John H Davies b.1892, Frederick george Davies b. 1895, Annie E Davies b.1897, Florence L Davies b. 1898, Dorothy M Davies b 1903.Living at Howarth St. Sunderland And Kitchener St. Sunderland.Are any of these names familiar with your research.

ridley.blackfell - Blackfell
does anyone have a robert ridley born about 1820,in blackfell in their tree.what was the place like at that time.robert was my great great grandfather.

Scott Family - Blackhall Colliery
Seeking information on Margaret Scott b 1850. Father Mark Scott - no birth details as yet. On some records birth area is listed as Blackwall, may be spelling error.

CHARLESWORTH - Blackhall Colliery
Anyone researching the CHARLESWORTH surname in Blackhall near West Hartlepool Co Durham?

walton - Blackhill
i am researching my mothers family who came from the consett blackhill and medomsley area.my great grandfather was william walton he married a sarah coltman whose father was a licensed victualler early 1900s.william came from a large family nine siblings i believe,any help appreciated.

William Lawson Harrison - Blackhill
Married Sarah Jane James in St Cuthbert's Church Benfieldside in May 1855. Had 8 children: John James: William : Ralph Brack : Thomas : Albert : Grace : Earnest : Charles William : Robert Lawson. Lived in Benfieldside for a number of years. He was a Plate Layer and three sons were iron workers. Any information about Blackhill and surrounding area please. Source for old photos of village and local area please.

Dorothy Annie Couper - Blackhill
I am seeking info about my maternal grandmother, Dorothy Annie Couper, or Cowper, born 1864 at Blackhill died 1922 at West Hartlepool.Her parents were Dorothy Heaviside and James Couper, and her husband was Albert Jackson, a Scot.

McGuirk McGuirk Bell - Blackhill
Seeking information about the family of Thomas McGurk/McGuirk born abt 1862 Co. Monaghan, Ireland. 1891 and 1901 Census Town Blackhill, Lanchester, Consett, Co. Durham. Wife Rose Ann born abt. 1863 Ireland died abt. 1915. Children Catherine A. born about 1887, Mary Ellen about 1889, Margaret Alice (Maggie) who married a Mr. Bell, Francis abt 1893 to 1908, James abt. 1896, Rose abt. 1906 and Boy McGurk about 1901 to abt 1915. Have letters from this family dated 1915 and 1923. Which to hear from any family member. Thomas's parents being Francis and Anna Lynch McGuirk from Co. Monaghan, Ireland. Thomas being a brother to my Great Grand father Patrick McGuirk born 1855 died USA 1909.

SCOTTS OF BLACKHILL - Blackhill
Searching for information regarding my grandfather Christopher Scott born 1902. Known brother and sisters Frank, Sarah and Philomena but possibly 3 more siblings. Their parents were Christopher Scott and Mary Ann Doughty/Dougherty? possibily originating from Shotts/Coatbridge, Scotland. Christopher married Beatrice Lilian Thirlaway on 11.5.1925, Dunston. Their children, James (Jim - my father), Theresa and Kathleen. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

SIMPSON/GRAHAM - Blackhill
I am looking for any information on William George Simpson (collier) who married Mary Ann Graham between 1901-1909. Their son William George was born at 1 Durham Rd, Blackhill, Benfieldside in November 1909. Subsequent children were Thomas and Kitty. Haven't been able to find any birth, death or marriage entries for this family so any help would be appreciated.

BENNISON,BELL,BRADLEY - Blackwell
Looking for descendants of Henry BENNISON (June 1862-?) and Mary Ann, nee BELL.(1869-?). 3 children known of-George Thomas (1892-1946, my grandfather),John Henry (1894-?),Ethel May (1901-?). Ethel May married Alfred BRADLEY in 1923 in Middlesbrough,Yks. Desire information on Henry,Mary Ann,John Thomas, and BRADLEY family. Last known info on Henry,Mary Ann, John Thomas is 1901 census where family in Blackwell.

James Robson Wilson (1819-1881) - Blackwell
My Gt. Gt. Grandfather, James Robson Wilson, kept the Angel Inn in Blackwell from 1847 to about 1857. The inn stood on the corner of what is now the junction of the A67 and the A167 at Blackwell Roundabout. An Evans-Halshaw car showroom now occupies the position. I am particularly interested to find any further information about or pictures of the Angel Inn. I know that it closed as an inn in 1868 but that sometime later it was used as a school. Maybe pictures exist of the school? Charles

Re Library And Reading Room1852 - Blaydon
From Cassells Gazetteer c1896 Blaydon Dur : 1891 Population : 13,371 - Has a Mechanics Institute of 1852 belonging to Blaydon Dist Industrial & Provident Soc which has a good library and reading room and lecture hall.

cann musgove macdonald - Blaydon
looking for relitives of william cann sarah ann cann- musgrove grandparents .would like any infomation on there ancestry.also macdonald/mcdonald edith from fenham grandmother

SELINA MOURNIAN - Blaydon
DETAIL RE MOURNIAN OR NIXON LOACTED IN BLAYDON / SCOTSWOOD ROAD AREA

Gallagher family - Blaydon
My father Richard, born Blaydon 1915, father John,mother Elizabeth (nee Woods), brothers John and Dominic. Family from Co Mayo and Sligo originally,came over in 1840's Any related Gallaghers please contact.

Thomas Langstone - Blaydon
Thomas Langstone born Hatfield Peverel, Essex married Amy Wilkinson from Blaydon. They were living in Blaydon in the 1901 census with children, George Graham, Frank Norman and Gladys Mary are their any descendants still in Durham.

Blaydon, Winlaton, Newcastle, Gateshead - Blaydon
Does anyone have a Henderson connecting to a Field family please? I possibly have an Isabella Henderson m John Wilson living in St Cuthberts- Winlaton on 1851 census. He was a waterman. I also have a John Field c1786 m Rebecca Henderson c1781. Their son James Field c 1826 was living with John Wilson in 1851. many thanks

James McBride (born Ireland c. 1845). Moved to Blaydon. - Blaydon
My great grandfather James McBride was born in 1845 (according to English 1871, 1891 & 1901 censuses, somewhere in Ireland). I'd love to know where he actually came from. There might be a Scottish Arran connection too. He married Alice McGurk (born Swalwell, daughter of Francis & Irish-born Bridget). Their children included John T., Robert, Jane, Bridget, Thomas, Francis and Richard William McBride. Their eldest son, (James Lewis McBride) was my grandfather who married Mary Walsh (his second wife). Mary's parents were Galway-born Patrick Walsh and Blaydon-born Elizabeth King. Elizabeth's parents were William King, a Manchester-born glass-blower and bottle maker, and her mother was William's second wife - the widow Mary Anne Corrin (nee Caffery) who was Irish-born. My father was 'Billy' McBride and his siblings (& half-siblings) included Jimmy, Dorrie, Zeta, Bart, Molly, Joe and Alice McBride, all born in Blaydon, England. Any information to share? Please get in touch.

john dodds - Blaydon
I am searching for details about my great grandfather John Dodds. I know that he was born around 1895 his parents were John and Margaret Dodds who lived at 27 st Cuthberts place in Blaydon in 1915. I know this as I have a document adressed to them informing them of their son williams death whilst serving in world war 1. I think he also had a brother called thomas and a sister called betty. He married Emily Redden and they moved to yorkshire sometime after 1927

Blaydon Burn Ryton Winlaton and Chopwell - FORSTER family - Blaydon Burn
I am looking for information or ancestors/descendants/relatives of John Forster married to Eleanor Jane Ferguson. John worked/lived Greenwell House Farm Blaydon Burn Ryton. His son Robert was born there 1918. Other children: Margaret (Peggy) born Blackhall Mill, Elsie, Andrew.... Johns parents were Andrew FORSTER and Margaret E (nee Hetherington). They came from the Carlisle area. Andrew and several of the family are buried at Chopwell.

Boldon, Lanchester - Boldon
I am looking for info on my husbands family. His dad Eric Burgess married Elsie Kirton who was one of 3 sisters. Margaret married a Mr Williams and later Harry Dixon. Molly married Thomas Boddy and had 2 daughters. Eric originated from Portsmouth and the Kirtons possibly from Lanchester.

merriman - Boldon
any famiy background to William Atkinson MERRIMAN b 1834 Durham to John Merriman and ? and William's possible sister Elizabeth b 1832 in Boldon. W.A Merriman married Mary Johnston in Gisbourne,Vict, Australia in appr 1857, where he had 3 daughters before emigrating to Christchurch, New Zealand with further 3 sons at least born in N.Z. descendants of W.A's eldest daughter Elizabeth Jane b. 1858 Aust, trying to complete family trees.

William A Merriman - Boldon
I am a direct descendant of William A Merriman (3rd Great Grandfather) living in Christchurch New Zealand. Please contact me if you wish for Family tree information, I have lots of Merriman family with dates and photos.

hi does any one know of - Boldon
john robert ferguson he was born on an old farm called yellow lees farm in boldon he had a nomber of brothers but am not sure of thier names

TOWELL FAMILY - Boldon
I am researching my family and have drawn a halt. Thomas Towell was born in Boldon abt 1814 and married a Maria Ann fron Stromness. Any help would be much appreciated as I cannot get further back than this and think he may have originated from Irish immigrants

New Street Boldon Colliery - Boldon Colliery
New Street Boldon Colliery (not New Road) is found on the 1891 and 1901 census between Church Street and Davison Street Hedworth. No-one has heard of it. Do you have a map covering that period?