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

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.

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.

James Allen - Corston
Looking for info on ancestors/descendants of James Allen born around 1812 in Corston - parents James and Ann Allen. He married Harriet John in 25 Dec 1832 in Corston and moved to Bedminster in the 1840s. See my web site for more info. on some of their descendants.

Corton Denham, Lamb family - Corton Denham
Looking for any information about the Lamb family living in Corton Denham 1700 and 1800's

Cossington Grange - Cossington
I'm trying to locate a pic of Cossington Grange (formerly Cossington House) dating around mid 18th/early 19th century, any info would be appreciated.

Monk, Fry at Coxley and Wookey - Coxley
Looking for info on intermarriages btween these and other Coxley families. Have much information and keen to exchange.

Padfield Moon Malony - Cranmore
I am looking for members of the Padfield, Moon and Malony families, primarily from the 19th century. William Padfield (died 1890) was a blacksmith in Wellow.

Creech St. Michael, Somerset - Creech St Michael
Small village near Taunton Researching LINTON ancestors.

Hurrell Family - Creech St Michael
Trying to trace my husbands gggrandparents. His ggrandfather William was the Headmaster of the National School in Creech St Michael c. 1901. He was born in Devonport, Devon in 1864 and married Florence b 1871 and they had two children Winifred b 1893 and Harold known as Timothy born in 1894. Any information would be appreciated.

Ellen House Born 1830~ In Creech - Creech St Michael
Trying to establish the mother of Ellen House, born in Creech circa 1830. Father was Richard House, maltster of Coombe Mill, Coombe, West Monkton and her mother's first name was Elizabeth..but what was her maiden name? No help from Creech registers and none found for West Monkton so far.

Creech St Michael - Creech St Michael
In 1881 Henry GARDNER and his wife Emma Sophia (ROSE) lived at Creech St Michael with their family where Henry was employed as the manager at the paper mill. This couple had married at the Holy Trinity Church, Bristol, and were both born in Bitton.Looking for any links to these two people.

Down family - Creech St Michael
William Down was employed by Creech St Michael paper mill in 1881. His wife was named Sarah, and they had three children altogether, one named Elizabeth J., and one named Frank. Some time after 1881 it is believed Frank, wife and children walked over to Kent where he worked in another paper mill. It is unknown why they all moved from one side of the country to the other. Researching the reason why Frank may have moved, and also the parents of both Frank and his wife Sarah.

Gosling - Creech St Michael
I am interested in finding out more about Samuel Gosling 1823- 1892 Butcher of Thorn Falcoln near Creech. He had two sons Tom and Peter, both butchers. Samuel married Ellen Ralls who was the 5th of 14 children whose parents were Charles and Mary Webber Ralls.

Memorial Cards - Creech St Michael
I have Memorial Cards for Dykes 1899 burried in Creech Perris 1892 and another Perris 1889 also buried in Creech Likewise Searle 1892 in Creech And Pendry 1902 in Ruishton A wedding cake card for Perryman & Gully 1904

Biddiscombe/Cottle - Creech St Michael
Am researching all Biddiscombe families. Charles Biddiscombe married Phoebe Cottle 1814.

Ellen House in Creech 1830 - Creech St Michael
Ellen's mother was Elizabeth Meade daughter of Robert Meade and his wife Sarah(?White), born in Bishops Lydeard.I am trying to learn more; visited St Mary the Virgin church in B. Lydeard but gained no further info.

Looking for Dyers Creech - Creech St Michael
I am looking for any info on the dyers Ann Dyer born 1791, Charlotte Dyer born 1827 who had two children one was Henry born 1860 , Mary Ann born 1816 who married .... Paviour.

Brooks, Annette - Creech St Michael
My grandfather's sister worked as a school teacher in the National School at Creech St Michael, and was there in 1901 when Mr Hurrell, also listed on this page was the headmaster. Would be interested in hearing if anyone has any information about Annette. She is listed in the 1901 census, at the school address, as a boarder/teacher.

Dyer family of Creech - Creech St Michael
John Dyer (ca. 1717-1808, in Creech by 1749) appears to be the forefather of most of the Dyers of Creech (although he had a brother Henry; neither was actually from Creech). John's sons Henry (married Elizabeth Fowler of Cricket St Thomas), John (married Sarah Ballam of North Petherton), and Thomas (married Sarah Manning of Creech) each had a large family. I should be very interested to hear from anyone working on any members of these families, and to pool information.

Seager-Viney family in Creech St. Michael - Creech St Michael
I am trying to find out more about my Seager and Viney ancestors from Creech St. Michael. My Great-Great grandfather was a miller there and my Great Grandfather was a master basket maker. My Great Great Grandmother was Eliza Viney. I would appreciate any info, no matter how trivial.