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trying to find - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
one of my ancestors was a ships master and was lost at sea along with his wife and son any ideas as to how I can find out more about his vessel and death. Surname - Dumble.

Thomas Wright Anderson b1833 - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
TWA was born according to the 1851 census in Berwick, despite the family folklore that he was from the West Coast. His father was also Thomas and TWA left Berwick in the late 1840's to live in the Black Country, it is thought he ran away with thr Provsts daughter! He was a furnace worker by trade and any information would be welcome, especially on where the Wright connection comes in.

Douglas - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Andrew Douglas, born 1814, enlisted 8 March 1831 in Berwick in the reserve battalion of the 71st regiment of foot; 5’8” tall; served in Bermuda, Canada and the West Indies. Information of him or his family welcome.

Charles Voase---Lily Hamilton - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
My Grandfather was CHARLES VOASE Married to LILY HAMILTON 14 june 1905 at Berwick Upon tweed, in the K.O.S.B lived at Foulden and had a greengrocers shop by the Town hall.Wuold be interested if anybody has any information.

greenwood - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
looking for info on the greenwood side of my family,my great,great grandparents were matthew laverick & jane greenwood married 1841,janes father was a michael greenwood an accountant. regards,phil

Souter / Thompson / Broomfield - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Does anyone have any earlier information on the following: William Souter date and place of birth and death unknown who married Margaret (Thompson?). Margaret appears in the 1841 census in Berwick upon Tweed and has a daughter Mary born c. 1811 living with her. Margaret Thompson Souter born c.1806 Berwick upon Tweed married Alexander Broomfield in Charlton, Kent 30 July 1837. Edward Charles Souter born c.1814 lived in Paddington London in 1861, 1871, 1881. He married Elizabeth Pearson in 1839 and had a son John Morrison Souter. After Elizabeth's death, he married Jane Taylor Jenkins. Apparently, the Souters moved back to Scotland. Family oral history says the Souters came from Arbroath. Is this so and how did William come to be in Berwick upon Tweed? Was he in the army? How or where did Margaret meet Alexander as Alexander was in Canada in the Royal Artillery between 1826 and c.1834 and married to Elizabeth (details unknown)? Any information would be gratefully received.

Heslop - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Does anyone have information on James Heslop (Hislop)born 1777 living in walkergate Lane berwick wife Eleanor 1827 entry in Holy Trinity records daughter Elizabeth baptised 16 April 1827 + 2 other children then he moved to tynemouth entry baptism St Hildas record for 3 children there is also a thomas Hislop wife Grace living in walkergate lane berwick trade tailor anyone know if they are related

Armstrong, Johnson - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Looking for descendants of George Johnson Armstrong. His parents were George Armstrong and Margaret Johnson of Berwick upon Tweed. George would have been born around 1904. He was tried and hanged for treason at Wadsworth prison in 1941. Looking for descendants for family tree.

Wright of Berwick - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Trying to trace the family of my grandmother's mother. She was a Sarah Wright b 1884 in Berwick, one of 11 children.She married a Sadler.

Mitchell Family - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Looking for any information on the Mitchell family of Berwick on Tweed.

Trotter Family - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
I am looking for the parents of Alexander Trotter who was born in Berwick Upon Tweed June of 1848. They were possibly William and Phoebe. Alexander emigrated to Canada in 1870, but I have found no evidence that his parents accompanied him.

Henry HAMMOND - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
I'm looking for information on Henry Hammond of Berwick-Upon-Tweed. He died sometime between 1854 and 1866. I believe his second daughter, Sarah, married James SANDILANDS in about 1794. I'm not sure where the marriage took place. It may have been in the north or in London.

John Walker - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
William Walker born in Berwick 1831 married Jessie Purves 1852 in Newcastle upon Tyne Fathers name John Walker any info on John Walker would be much appreciated.

John Tate - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
I am seeking information on John Tate who was possibly born in Berwick on Tweed in 1785. When old enough he was apprenticed for five years to a grocer in Berwick named John Bird. He later joined the Royal Navy and in 1807, whilst still serving in the navy, he married Mary Lewin in Prittlewell, Essex. After leaving the navy he settled in Essex for a number of years before returning, with his family, to Berwick where he joined the whaling ship believed to be the LIVELY and was lost when the ship went down with all hands somewhere off Greenland in 1827. Does anyone know of the existance of a ships muster for the Lively for around this period or any infomationon on John Tate or family or even John Bird.

Thompson/ Anderson/ Spouse - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
At an early stage of trying to find ancestors who lived in and around Berwick. Friends and acquaintances of John, James, Colin or Thomas (all born 1908-1917 who lived at the Greenses in the 1920s, moving there from Chevington, and then to 58 Church Street, Berwick. Any relatives of their mother (Helen; Nell, nee Anderson) who had sisters Jean (Jeannie) and Elizabeth (Bessie) all from Burnmouth, maternal grandmother's surname was Spouse from Ross, Burnmouth. Any relatives of their father Thomas Thompson, born 1885 died 1919.

Looking for information on the Muers family - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Elizabeth Muers was born 1836 in Berwick on Tweed; she had a brother Daniel born in in Alnwick in 1838. I'm looking for details of their parents.

Russel(l), Crombie, Wilson, Elliott - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
I'm researching the RUSSELL family of Berwick Upon Tweed, my great grandfather was Robert RUSSELL (1851-1895) who was married to Annie CROMBIE (1854-1914)they had 10 children. Robert's father was William RUSSELL (1825-1890) a shoemaker who states in the census that he was born in Scotland but gives no clue as to where, I believe I have found him in Liverpool in the 1841 census as a journeyman, he married Agnes Gilchrist WILSON(1829-1910)around 1849 although I can't find any record of it, they had 9 children and I believe Agnes' parents were Robert WILSON and Mary ELLIOTT but have yet to prove it. I should like to hear from anyone researching these families with a view to exchanging information

Heatly Family - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Elzabeth Heatly had four sons, James died 1820(father of Charles, James and Jane married George Potts), William 1788-1856 (father of Elizabeth, Lancelot, Charles and Anne),John died 1849 and Henry died 1821 (father of Margaret who married Gregory Kiteley and Elizabeth who married 1st cousin Charles Healty) There may have been additional children. I have photos of some of these family members and I am interested in contacting others who are interested in this line. Charles son of James ran the Swan tavern on #3 George street in London for a period of time prior to 1850. I am especially interested in gravestones in Berwick on Tweed. Please contact me.

wallace family - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
My grfather was charles wallace he wed my nana kate ryan of newport mon where they lived they had two sons. charles ived in berwick his father robert & another son were drown on a fishing accident in the early part oif the centry. My grfather was in the navy 1st world war. We have no real knowlege of the family. thank you

Davidson, Ward - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Seeking information on my great grandfather John Davidson/Davison, believed born in Berwick on Tweed c.1844 (his father was William, a farmer). John married Catherine Ward and their daughter, Jane Elizabeth Davidson was born at Cooper Bridge on 10.2.1874. John Davidson died in October 1874.

John Bain Shoemaker - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Looking for any info about John Bain my great grandad who was a shoemaker in the late 1800s early 1900s.Believe he lived in Walkergate Lane Berwick.Would love to hear from anyone with any info thanks.

CLARKE, MICHAEL (Primitive Methodist Minister) born 1820 - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Michael CLARKE born 1820 in Ford Forge, Berwick-Upon-Tweed Northumberland (parents George Clarke born about 1800 and Marthia Middlemaas). Michael married Jane SMITH in 1852(Jane was born in 1823 in Sunderland Tyne and Wear). Jane's parents were Foster Smith and Jane Nickel Any additional information would be greatly appreciated. regards liz.

Peter Cowe - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Born 1824 Died 1891

george Howard, Sailor Seaman - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Hi I wonder if anyone can help me please, I`m trying to locate a George Howard born c1862? not sure where but rumours of the Berwick area have been talked about. All I know for sure is that he was a sailor or seaman of some description.I have his sons marriage certificate. he was also named George Howard and he married on 30th july 1910 in Lowick Northumberland and was a farm hind. he married Applenne Dunbar and he was 25 years old. Under fathers details it has his name as George Howard and his profession as Sailor. Could anyone help me find them on possible census returns et. as I don`t have these resources as yey I would greatly appreciate it Thank you and Regards Eileen

Sinclair family of Berwick upon Tweed - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Trying to trace any relatives still living in Berwick upon Tweed. Patrick John Sinclair b.1835 (married Eleanor Burrell)and Benjamin George Sinclair b. 1836(married Elizabeth Cummings)Rossiter Lenton Walker Sinclair b. 1843(married Elizaberh Burrell) their father was James Sinclair and mother Margaret Atkinson.

Deborah Purvis c 30 - 34 yrs old - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Please get in touch with André friend of Stephen.

Douglas Surgey - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Any information about Douglas Surgey who drowned aged 7 near Sallyport in 1939. He was staying with Grandparents, James Dodds and his wife in Bridge Street at the time.

Graham - Thomas - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
I am trying to find bithplace/baptism records of my 3xgreat grandfather. On his death record (1874)at Yetholm his father is named as John Graham Butcher , mother Mary Tait. He states that he was born in Berwick on Tweed, but I cannot find any evidence of this.

DUDGEON, Thompson & Russell - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
I am seeking information on the Dudgeon family of Berwick, especially Margaret Dudgeon b 1866 daughter of Robert Dudgeon (farmer) and his wife Margaret, nee Thompson. Robert was born in 1823 and Margaret in 1826, both in Berwick. Robert was the son of John & Elisabeth Dudgeon (John b 1786 and Elizabeth in 1791). The 1841 census shows John & ELizabeth living in Castlegate. The 1851 census shows Robert & Margaret living in Poor House Lane. By the time, their daughter, MARGARET DUDGEON was born they were living in Featherbed Lane. She married Alexander Russell of Newcastle. Other members of this family were either bakers or fishmongers. As far as I can ascertain members of the Dudgeon family were still in Berwick up until WW2. Any information appreciated. thank you.

Robert and Elizabeth (nee FAWCUS) TAYLOR - Bilton
Seeking information concerning Robert TAYLOR of Bilton Barns and his wife Elizabeth FAWCUS of Hope Hall, Warkworth. Their daughter Dorothy b.c1759 married Mark SWAN of Warkworth. Any information on the above places would also be very much appreciated.

Dixon Dodds - Birtley
Are there any Dixons still living in Birtley ? Regards Robert or Dodds Famileys

HARRISON FAMILY - Birtley
LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ON JOHN HARRISON WHO WAS A COAL MINER AND IN THE 1891 CENSUS LIVED AT 34 PIT COTTAGES IN BIRTLEY NORTHUMBERLAND

Ramsey Black Callerton/Ponteland - Black Callerton
I am looking for any information regarding the Ramsey family from Black Callerton. I know the family lived here n 1901 as they are on the census but I cannot find any information any further back. I know my great grandfather John James Ramsey attended Ponteland School.

Liddle - Blakelaw
I'm looking for my wife's nieces Tracy Mary Liddle and Kerry Marie Liddle. Tracy was born in 1984, and Kerry was born in 1987.

Proud Burnop Dickinson - Blanchland

BULMAN - Blanchland
Mary Bulman born Blanchland c1798 - father Isaac? Bulman mother Ann Makepeace.

christopher lambert(b1788) - Blanchland
Son of John Lambert, later moved to Pittington Co Durham

Dodd of Bleninsopp - Blenkinsopp Hall
Jim Dodd was born in Byron Terrace, Blenkinsopp in 1900. His father was James Dodd born in Farlam. His mother was Mary Jane Temperley Jamieson, Late Carr. He had two brothers Cecil and Ernest. He later moved to Newcastle and worked in the shipyards. He was a regular at the Comrade's Club, Wallsend Died in Killingworth.

Ann Isobella Mackenzie - Blyth
Ann was born 1831 in Blyth. Married Charles Chatfield in Tynemouth 1852. They moved to Australia and had six children.

Bowes Terrace Blyth - Blyth
Hi Does anybody know where Bowes terrace was located as i can't seem to find any information on it. I know it was there from 1911 to 1947 I dont know whether it changed name or was demolished or maybe you know of a street that is near to where it was. So any help would be appreciated. Louise

Henry Browell - Blyth
Looking for any information on Henry Browell b1853. Married Ann Clasper b.1859. Immigrated to USA abt 1886.

Gallagher of Blyth/Cowpen - Blyth
My GG Grandfather Michael Gallagher (b1840) from Mayo, Ireland is buried at Cowpen Cemetary, Blyth together with his wife Mary (b1842, Mayo), nee Malia, and their children Thomas, James, Patrick (who was a railway engine driver with the NER and died in 1905), and Catherine. They lived at 14 Catherine Terrace, Cowpen, Blyth. Also on the gravestone is Mary Ellen Gallagher who died on 17 Jan 1970. She was the daughter of Martin Gallagher and Ellen Ann McDonald. If any of this sounds familar please get in touch.

Bowey - Blyth
John Bowey 1867-1929 married Julia Ballan 21/1/1891. Their children Annie Winifred 1900, Wilhelmina 1902 (aka Mina), John 1907 and Robert 1911 were born in Blyth.

James Hall Robson - Blyth
James was born in about 1826 in Blyth and married a girl from South Shields (Margaret Reay). He had an older brother Matthew (who married Thomasin Kirby in 1840) and younger brother Henry Howey Robson. All give their father as James Robson (butcher). Any information gratefully received.

BONE/COLLINS Ashington/Blyth - Blyth
Miss EDITH (?) m. Mr.(?) BONE Ashington/Blyth? c1900? Son THOMAS BONE, b.1901, NORMAN, ELIZA, EVELYN and JAMES(JIM POW WW2 Singapore) all living in Ashington. EDITH re-married after 1916 when first husband died in WW1. Family lived in Blyth thereafter? Looking for any relatives. I am ELSIE BONES grand-daughter(Thomas'wife)

Joe Johnson - Blyth
Joe Johnson had three sons; Joe, Bob and Bill, with one daughter Peggy and was married to... Joe Johnson the father died, after a rock fell on him in one of the pits in Blyth in 1957...

Scott family - Blyth
Alfred Johnson had five offspring; Ernie, Alfie, Leslie, Eleanor and Marjorie before World War two...

SMITH/SHORT? - Blyth
Looking for information on GEORGE BARNARD SMITH and his wife FANNY SHORT? i know they had 3 sons WILLIAM SMITH NORMAN SMITH and JAMES BARNARD SMITH born 1st June 1906 in Blyth Northumber i'm afraid i've hit a brick wall and know nothing else about the family.

PROUDLOCK - Blyth

Whitfield,Blair - Blyth
My grandfather was John Thomas Whitfield married Rebecca Blair 1910 St. Mary's Blyth. I am looking for John Thomas' brother William's family last known to be living Plessey View Rd. Blyth. Please contact me with any information.


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