Elsie Annie May Vickery Known as May or Mary - Combe Florey
Elsie Annie May Vickery was the illegitimate daughter of Rose who was a servant at the manor Combe Florey. She was born on Christmas Day 1917.I would be grateful any information about Rose. I know that she went on to marry William Frederick Alfred Searle in 1920. Also any information about my mother's grandparents William (born 1877 in Creech St Michael) and Sarah Ann (nee Burnett born circa 1878 in Brompton Ralph) who cared for her after Rose married. Any information please

Clement - Combe Florey
Thomas Clement born c1771 married Ann Unknown born c 1774. On 1841 census living Combe Florey as a mason, along with son George born c1816 who married Hannah Palmer in 1838. Childen Isaac c1841,Frances c1842,Charles c1843, Eliza c 1844 all born in Combe Florey and Henry born 1848 in Bishops Lydeard. Children seem to all have 's'on name, making them all Clements.

Burnell, Babbage and Evans - Combe Florey
Hello, I'm looking for ancestors of my Gt Grandmother, Daisy Burnell. She was born in Kilburn, Middlesex but her family came from Combe Florey. Her father was George Burnell (1851-1891) and her grandfather was Samuel Burnell (1816-c.1875). Samuel was born, lived and buried in Combe Florey and he married Mary Babbidge/Babbage (b. Holcombe Rogus, Devon). They had 11 children. Samuel Burnell's parents were Robert Burnell and Martha Evans, again from Combe Florey. Any info you might have would be superb!

Natcott/Netcott - Combe Florey
Pleased to exchange any information on the above family. Adeline

WILLIS - Combe Hay
ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT JAMES WILLIS BORN IN COMBE HAY IN 1819-MARRIED A MARY ANN DALEY

JOHN WILLIS - Combe Hay
ANYONE KNOW ANTTHING ABOUT JOHN WILLIS OR A MARY MORRIS WHO MARRIED IN COMBE HAY IN 1809 -THANK YOU

willis - Combe Hay
anyone knowing anything about WILLIS family of combe hay

John WILLIS b.1772 Combe Hay - Combe Hay
Looking for parents or siblings of John WILLIS(1772-1847)who married Mary Morris(1791-1877) 23 Oct 1809 in Combe Hay. John was a Yeoman, born in Combe Hay as were his first 8 children: Sampson, Edward, Hester, Joseph, William, James,Elizabeth & Thomas. The family moved to Dunkerton around 1824 where his 3 younger children were born: George, Hannah & John.

James WILLIS (1733-1811) buried in Combe Hay - Combe Hay
Does anybody know anything about the family of James WILLIS, his wife Mary & son Flower who are buried in the churchyard of Combe Hay Parish Church? James died Feb 22nd 1811 aged 78 & his wife Mary died Dec 19th 1820 aged 84.

Edwin Brown b.1809 Combe Hay - Combe Hay
I'm looking for any information possible on Edwin Brown b.1809 at Combe Hay. He was the son of John Brown and Anne Pyatt both b1776 and married 1796. Edwin went to live in Dunkerton as a carpenter with his 2nd wife Rebecca in 1871 where he died in 1876. His first wife was Susannah Lye. I cannot find his birth, baptism of marriage to Susannah anywhere.! Cherryl

Caisson Boat Lift - Combe Hay
Has anyone out there got any ancestors who helped build the Caisson Boat Lift on the Comb Hay canal in c1799? My 4xg grandparents John Brown and Anne Pyatt's wedding cert was witnessed by Robert Weldon, the inventor. The Brown family were carpenters and so I presume they were in on the project until 1871 when it all failed due to modernization (railways)this is when son Edwin and 2nd wife Rebecca Fell went to live at Dunkerton. Edwin's 1st wife Susannah Lye died in 1849.

Re Mutual Improvement Society - Combe St Nicholas
From Cassells Gazetteer c1896 Combe St Nicholas Soms : 1891 Population : 1,069 - There is a Mutual Improvement Society in the village with reading and coffee rooms attached.

Combe St Nicholas - Combe St Nicholas
I have recently formed a group of researches all of whom have ancestors from the village of Combe St Nicholas. If you would like to know about the resources we share please contact me. There are really too many surnames to list; but the major ones are Diment, Hake, Hill, Huish, Scriven and Vickery. Jenny

Vickerys in Combe St Nicholas - Combe St Nicholas
Any information about Vickerys? My great great great grandfather born circa 1824 lived in Combe St Nicholas........

Joseph Coles - Combe St Nicholas
Any information on 1851 census for Joseph Coles born about 1819 Whitestaunton married Mary A Newton Stockland- daughter born at Combe St Nicholas about 1815 never married died Bradwothy Devon 21 March 1936 aged 85- any info on this family particulary the mother of Joseph, Martha ( was she a Dyer or Pym)father Henry.

DYER=HILL - Combe St Nicholas
John DYER married Elizabeth HILL (b 1802 in Whitestaunton) in 1826 in Combe St Nicholas. I have traced only one child Ann who married Samuel WIDE in 1854.

fowler - Combe St Nicholas
I am researcing the name Fowler from Combe st Nicholas. My ancestor was named Richard Fowler I believe his father was Henry Fowler (1762-1848) and his father may have been Joseph Fowler. I would love to hear form anyone researching the same name Thank you.

Beck Family - Combe St Nicholas
Info wanted on family Named BECK. SAMUEL Beck bn 1810 Coombe St Nicholas area was the illigitmate son of Sarah Beck. Trying to establish Sarah's parents. As she had two other illig children (all different fathers) named Thomas and Elizabeth, I have found a possible parentage namely THOMAS and ELIZABETH with children Sarah Samuel and Thomas so her children may have been named after her parents and one brother (Samuel) Samuel's reputed father was a WILLIAM HAYESany help in establishing Sarah's parents much appreciated

House /Diment - Combe St Nicholas
William House married Elizabeth Diment in 1845. Elizabeth was dau of John Diment and Mary Ann Hill. William was son of Robert House and Catherine Rowe who were married in Chardstock in 1817.Have more info on the Rowe family

PYM-COMPTON BISHOP - Compton Bishop
does anyone have any info regards the pym/pimm families of Compton Bishop I have some info but need more

Brewery Farm - Compton Bishop
Looking for address of Present Owner of Brewery Farm Compton Bishop. It may be a Bed and Breakfast. (was family home of W.Collings family prior to 1950)

VOWLES Compton Bishop - Compton Bishop
Seeking any information on the Vowles family of Compton Bishop. Thomas Bennett VOWLES, b, abt 1807 in Compton Bishop was my ggrandfather. he married Emily BELL of Norton St Philip

HOUSE family - Compton Dando
Interested in hearing from anyone who has connections with the surname 'HOUSE' from Compton Dando or nearby villages such as Burnett. My own ancestor George HOUSE born circa 1812 was an Ag. Lab. Married to Sarah Bowles, they had at least two children: Maria (b1849) and Richmond (b1853). George may have had an older brother named Charles House (b c1806).

MILITARY LINKS - Compton Dando
Family hearsay says that RICHMOND HOUSE (b1853 Compton Dando)fought and was killed out in somewhere like Afghanistan. I suspect he probably joined the army between 1871 - 1881 as he's not listed anywhere on the 1881 UK census. Can anyone with local knowledge / military knowledge tell me what regiment he may joined (1871 - 1881)and do you know which campaigns that particular regiment took part in? Many thanks.

Adopted child - Compton Dando
My Grandad was called Frederick Charles? and was adopted by Joseph Davis and his wife Ellen around 1910 when he was about 5. They lived in a small hamlet called Tucking Mill just outside of Compton Dando somerset, If you have any history of Compton Dando and have heard of these people then I would be very grateful as it may help to solve a family mystery of who my Grandads parents were. Thanks

Harvey - Compton Dundon
George HARVEY was married to Emily Ann ROGERS in 1863 at Compton Dundon. He was the only living child of his mother's first marriage and was living in West Pennard in 1851,where her surname was GRIFFIN, any info welcome.

Witcombe/House - Compton Dundon
Looking for any information regarding the House's or witcombes of Compton Dundon and/or Frome. Particulary Frederick Archibald House and Henry House married to Maud. Can anyone Help?

Joseph Whitcombe 1824 - Compton Dundon
Father of George Whitcombe,who moved to Cardiff 1880s

Rendall / Randall of Compton - Compton Durville
I would be very grateful for any information on the birthplace of Mary Rendall,(born about 1843 )whose father was Giles Rendall - 'pattern maker', who married George Canterbury Read 26th Sept. 1864 in Chichister.All references to Mary's birthplace are given as Compton, Somerset on several censuses. Mary's mother was believed to be a glover so I think the area is correct. It is difficult when there are so many villages called Compton.

King family at Moreton - Compton Martin
I am researching the King family who farmed at Moreton for 100 years from the late 1600's and would like to hear from anyone who has a similar interest. Graham

Michael Weaver (Compton Martin) - Compton Martin
Michael was born in Winford in 1840 and married Christianna Fear from Chew Magna in 1868. At his marriage and for a number of years thereafter he lived in Compton Martin, but I have been unable to find an address. Can anyone help?

King, Budgett, Watts and Steeds families. - Compton Martin
Looking for information about these families who lived in and around Compton Martin 18th - late 19th Century. They seem to have been closely connected by various marriages. The main Occupation was farming, but there were also a Master Carpenter/Builder, Edge Tool Maker, Sawyer, Tea Dealers, and Landlord of a White Horse Inn.

Whitelock - Compton Pauncefoot
Searching for any details on James Whitelock dob c.1824. Parents Jess and Betsy. James Emigrated to Australia in 1849. Any info on Whitelocks.

Censuses 1841-1901 for entire village - Compton Pauncefoot
Am compiling a family history of Foot's in Compton Pauncefoot; Ancestry has been traced back to this village where it seems several generations have resided, together with brothers / sisters' families. Foot's very much prevalent here, mostly as Ag Lab's. Would also like to see any photos of the village, both past and present, and possibly detailed information regarding map of the village showing house numbers if possible, in order to cross-refer to census information. I also wonder if the manor (castle) has its own employee register that can be made available? Any means of finding this out? Since I have a comprehensive copy of all of the census records for the entire village, can also check out any other enquiries anyone should have on other residents of the time. It is entirely possible that I come across marriages between Foot's and other persons of the village - however, much of this study has yet to be done...

Compton Pauncefoot Reunion - June 2008 - Compton Pauncefoot
This is a general message to anyone associated with the village of Compton Pauncefoot that there will be a village reunion being held on 28 June 2008. It is an open invitation to anyone but especially those with ancestry from here. The reunion will be an all day event centred around the parish church 'Blessed Virgin Mary'. There will be visiting speakers talking about the history of the village, and the castle; food stalls to be laid on. Notable family names include Foot, Fox, Newport, Melsome, Symes, Phillips, Whitelock, Montague & Thorne.

Symes Family - Compton Pauncefoot
Hi I am really disappointed that I missed this reunion day. I am a decedent of the Symes family. I would be very grateful for any info anyone has on the village or the families that lived there.

Daunton - Congresbury - Congresbury
Looking for information on Daunton's of Congresbury. In particular Emma Daunton, born 1836. Parents William Daunton and Hestor Windsor. Emma had four children prior to her marriage to George Hampton in 1873. Possible father to these children was Henry Poultney.

JohnRichardson Tripp - Congresbury
John Tripp 1760 - 1828 of Iwood House, Congresbury had, by his first wife, a son also John born 1790. John the younger was an attornney - at - law first in Bristol and then in South Wales I cannot find his date or place of death, his wife Rachel ( nee Rolley ) describes herself as a widow in 1841. Any help gratefully received

Lidbury Of Congresbury - Congresbury
I am searching for any information, or references to LIDBURY of Congresbury, and Churchill. The family were there from 1840 until around 1956. Any help will be much appreciated.

SAINSBURY of Congresbury - Congresbury
searching for any SAINSBURY information of Congresbury, Yatton or surrounding villages. Any help much appreciated.

Daunton's of Congresbury. - Congresbury
Re: Orphan entry. Looking for information on Daunton's of Congresbury. I have some information on Emma, she is a relative. She appears in 1891 and 1881 Census. Perhaps we can exchange information. Have you information which can take the Hester/William line back further? Would be interested in that. Hope you see this message.

Drissell - Congresbury
Hilda Drissell was born in Congresbury in 1900. Her parents were mary O'Gorman and Joseph Drissell. Her siblings were born in India and Yatton. Any information would be appreciated.

Plumley - Congresbury
I am looking for any PLUMLEY families in Congresbury.

John Tripp of Congresbury - Congresbury
John Tripp a lawyer lived at Iwood House Congresbury . His dates are 1760-1828 He married twice. First to Hester Richardson Wilkins then to MARY NANKIVELL of Shirehampton Very anxious to sort out forebears and descendants. Can anyone help? Glad to share information

Iwood manor - Congresbury
Please, can anyone with Congresbury connections help me to find a picture of Iwood House / Manor as it was in the 19th Century ( or even to-day ) I am the one researching the Tripp / Dyer / Richardson / Nankivell families. Why did the Tripps leave in the early part of 19C ? - They went to Bristol and does anyone know more about Frances Lewis Tripp 1800 - 1827 she married John Dyer and died in Sicily. he had three marriages to a Miss Guest then Frances then a Miss / Mrs Guelder any clues at all gratefully received. John Dyer and John Tripp were wine merchants, the businesscame to an end in c1812.Again why ?

Merle family of Congresbury - Congresbury
Has anyone knowledge of the Merle family who restored the Merle Chapel in St. Andrews Church, Congresbury? Who was Mary Merle and was she connected with the Norman and Richardson families who owned Iwood House ? Has anyone ever written a history of Congresbury ? Am also interested in Hester Richardson 1760 - 1794 who married first Mr Wilkins then John Tripp.I have been to the church and have photographs but need more detailed information Any help much appreciated

WIDE family - Corfe
SAMUEL WIDE Married ANN DYER in 1854 In Otterford. In 1881 was in Witford, Corfe with family.

Taplin - Corston
My g/g/grandfather was the innkeeper of The Kings Arms at Corston on the 1881 census. His name was Robert Taplin, he was born in Milton, Somerset in 1822. He married Jane Howard, born East Brent, Somerset in 1824. Their children were, William, Oliver(my g/grandfather, Robert,Alfred,Walter and Ada.Looking for information on any of the family

Britton - Corston
Would like to contact anyone researching the Britton family in Corston, particularly John born abt 1808.

George Philip Simpson - Corston
Searching for information about Rev George Philip Simpson b 1795, possibly Hackney London, m Frances Olive had three daughters, Mary, Frances, Margaret. Vicar of Corston 1843-1861. Chaplin to Lord Colchester. Died 1861. Brother of David James Simpson (Naval Officer) and Rev William West Simpson (went to Australia) nephew of Lt Col John Ward London.