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| Endeavouring to trace members of family. My g/grandfather Tom born 1847, married Rosannah Apperly. Died 15th June 1923 Blackball New Zealand. 10 children, one Tom, born 30th November 1872, Ruspage, Cinderford, Westbury on Severn.Moved to NZ and married Harriet Bell.two children.Evelyn and May. I visited Cinderford August 2000, but was short of time to follow up the sparce information I have. Look forward to hearing from anyone who can get me on the trail. many thanks Ian jackson Ian Jackson Warkworth, Auckland New Zealand |
| Michael Blackwell in March 2000 left a message on here about the Morse family who owned coal deposits in Forest of Dean. I tried to e-mail him but address was unknown. I am researching George Morse born 1758 Awre with Blakeney. His will dated 1829 makes bequests to his sons, some of which are part shares in collieries, the Grove Engine Colliery at Whitecroft, coal work at Parkend called Catch Can and coal work at Speedwell, near Branducks Green. He was married to Elizabeth Davies. George was the son of John Morse and Margaret. Janet Rigby Preston, Lancashire England |
| My mother lived at 7 Llynfi West Road Portcawl from 14th Dec 1950 or earlier . We left Sep 1956 for Australia .Her birth details are ,place of birth Bangalore , 17.2.1923, maiden name ,Mollan . Father's name Henry Mollan .Mother's name Emilene .My mother is now deceased ,23.06.2000 .My mother married once and after the first child she divorced . I was the second child but my mother had not remarried . My date of birth is 24th Nov 1950 . I was born at the General Hospital Bridgend and my birth cerificate is dated 14th December 1956 . There is no father's name on my birth certificate and my mother would never diclose the name to me . One name I was given was Bill Williams but I don't know if this is true .I would be greatful for any assistance in establishing who my biological father is or was - he may have been ex British Regular Army . Anthony Andrew Morgan Melbourne, Victoria Australia |
| My grandmother, Kate Louise (Parry)Mountjoy was born in Forest of Dean. Also My grandfather, William Mountjoy was born in, or around the same area. I also had a Aunt Vera Schofield. I am beginning the search and what fun. I think I have found a major link. My great great grandma was a Gwilliam, great great grandfather Parry.I have never been to England but now, at the age of 59 sure want to visit!!What beautiful countryside. If anyone has information on either Parry, Gwilliam, Hill or Mountjoys,Please feel free to email me.My grandparents birth years were 1871, and 1872. I hear they were married in 1895, but not for sure.They came to Sharon, Pennsylvania on their honeymoon and settled in USA. Joyce Simmons Los Angeles, California USA |
| Looking for any decendants of William Merry.Last address the police station Stroud 1926. Thanks Roy Merry Homosassa, Fl. USA |
| Browsing genealogy about the forest. Interested in anyone bearing the same surname. Trying to build a family tree. Kenneth Ellis Ingatestone, Essex England |
| Any information about the PARRY family? I am looking for information about KATE PARRY born in or around Gloucestershire. 1872 DOB I live in the USA. Kathy MacLearn, Oakridge, Oregon KATHY MACLEARN Oakridge, Oregon USA |
| Just wanting any information of the Parry family that resided in or around Gloucestershire. Name Kate Perry -DOB 1872 (?) Kathy MacLearn Oakridge, Oregon USA |
| Congratulations to whoever maintains this Web Page. I have spent a couple of hours just browsing through. I actually originate from a James Griffiths (c1791-1857) and Susannah Carpenter (c1788-1859) Then via their son James (1831-1901)and Sarah J Evans (1840-1918)who originally built 'Rock House' in Bradley Hill in 1868 Followed by their son Henry (1873-1950)and Rosa Bella S Morgan (1877-1966)(of Bradley Hill, Gloucester an Swindon.) Their son Archibald Clement (1898-1959)was my Father. Keep up the good work. Andrew Henry Griffiths Swindon, Wiltshire UK |
| I am a descendant of the MEEK family. My Great Grandfather was born in 1904 in CINDERFORD.His name was FRANCIS HENRY GEORGE MEEK.I believe that his Father was THOMAS MEEK,who was one of twenty one children. I would be grateful if anyone with intrest could e-mail me with any information. With Thanks. Damian Morgan Mid-Glamorgan Wales |
| WALTER COOPER died 1960, Viney Hill, Married Beatrice Bailey, had 12 children. Need any information on his brothers, sisters, parents and grandparents PLEASE. ken morse Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire England |
| The Forest of Dean caught my eye at the end of my Harry Potter book. Is there any more info regarding the name Dean and how the forest was named? Thanks, Traci Dean Traci R.Dean Washington, D.C. U.S.A. |
| Hi Dave. You have done a fine job it must have taken years. All the best B Brian Watkins Lincoln, Lincs England |
| I am searching for any geneology/ decendents of Anna Stacia (Felruth) Miller. Anna, lived in Le Center, Le Sueur Co. MN Born August 28,1899, unknown birth place. Anna's older sister is named Margaret, I am unsure of her other sisters but I think therer were 2. Mother died about 1912 in Le Center MN. No information on father or first name. I would appreciate any information. Beverly Miller Albany, or usa |
| Sorry For imformation with regards John Houlston Morgan/Sarah Jenkings/William Morgan. The email address is hammyham**tinyworld.co.uk Not hammyham**tinyonline.co.uk Barry Morgan coventry, Tuesday, December 19, 2000 at 20:03:34 |
| I am searching for information on the Hayward / Howard family from Mitcheldean. Specifically looking for someone from this family who came to Maryland about 1760 to 1772. Don Howard Baltimore, Maryland United States |
| I am looking for relatives of Hannah Hawkins born 1775 Bream Forest of Dean who married Enoch Kear 29th November 1796 Newland, Bream. www.covington.cwc.net and www.d-tang.clara.co.uk/cov-drums/index.htm cheers. Bill Covington wakefield, yorkshire england |
| My name is joanne barton (sladen). My family came from Blakeney. They were farmers, dairymen and fruit growers. I understand there is a cottage in Blakeney with the family name in stone above the door. I know my grandpa use to walk throught the forest to school in the 1800s. His name was Edgar John Sladen. Can anyone tell me more. His daughter my aunt Cassie is 91 and still strong working in her garden. joanne barton Buckingham, Bucks England |
| LITITIA ALENDER looking for any info she was my g.g.g.grandmother her father was George she married William Coobes in Newland in 1815 Eddie Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 21:52:39 |
| I am researching my family and have a real difficulty in tracing the parents of John Baynham who died on 16 February 1732 in Newnham. His tombstone is broken but states his age as 9?. There is a little poem on the stone which suggests that he was 97 years of age which suggets a date of birth of 1635. But this could have been wishful thinking. His first recorded child Elizabeth possibly after her mother, was born in 1675 in Newnham. The next was a son called John in 1677. He was clearly well educated but very poor. Any help would be most welcome. I have been stuck here for a long time!! A great webb site --Many thanks!! Chris Baynham Chris Baynham Malvern, Worcestershire U.K. |
| I am researching my ancestors from Mitcheldean who moved to West Yorkshire (Leeds) late 1800's - George and William being common family names over the years. Great grandfather married to someone Bullock or Buller. Children named William, Thomas, Bertha (married a Ridyard) Alfred and George (my grandfather, died 1902 Leeds) George Desmond Gough Honiton, Devon England |
| I have hust started researching my family links and do not know very much history of the family. I do know my grandfather was from The Forest of Dean his name was EPHRIAM OSMAN CHOULS and he had a son Godfrey Osman CHOULS (my dad). I have found a reference to one Ephriam CHOULS who was christened at LITTLE DEAN, Gloucester on 23 Feb 1834. I think he would be too old to be my dad's father. If you can help please come back. Also if anyone knows if there is internet access to Census disks please let me know. waiting in anticipation CLIVE Clive Chouls Cardiff, Wales UK UK |
| Would love to hear from anyone who lives (or used to live) in Woodcroft, near Chepstow, Mon. England. I used to live on Gower Lane, Woodcroft in the late 50's - early 60's. Brian S. Goward Campbell River, British Columbia Canada |
| New address. Researching Guys of Arlingham, Gloucs. Also, Clements and Holder, same area, 18th and 19th c. carol aston Bristol, Bristol England |
| I'm lookig for Mary Dean married John Cardinal was living on Hamilton Co. Ohio in 1835. !850 Census In. shows her age 38 New York. Betty Betty Welsh Geensburg, In. Decatur |
| ofHelp!Please.Am looking for lost relatives of the CANN family of Drybrook. Great granddad SIMON ROBERT CANN married Ann and fathered 13 children.it is thought that 2 emigrated to the U.S. or Canada. Helen Wilson York,, North Yorkshire England |
| Hi all! I am researching the Wynter/Winter/Wintour family of Lydney, sixteenth century. Seeking info on Whitecross Manor[now the site of the local High School]and descendants of this family also. Thanks in advance, Sephi. :o) Sephi Kemp Newcastle, New South Wales Australia |
| more info on my side of the bayliss family and i am looking for info on the desendance of the following names. I only have date of births of all the named,with a rough idea of the date of death on three names. these are the children of mary and adolphus bayliss. george bayliss born 10/12/1879 alfred bayliss born 12/09/1881 john bayliss born 07/06/1883 sidney bayliss born 14/11/1884 alice bayliss born 16/09/1886 joseph bayliss born 10/01/1888 ernest bayliss born 02/11/1890 percy james bayliss born 11/04/1892 died 1970/71? children edward percy bayliss children david bayliss dianne bayliss charles bayliss children thelma bayliss eric stanley bayliss children alison bayliss nichola bayliss rowland george bayliss born 10/07/1893 died 1954/55? leha nora annie bayliss born 08/10/1894 allen bayliss born 17/01/1886 edward adolphus bayliss born 19/11/1901 died late 1950s? children aldwyn bayliss i hope that this may be of some use to anyone searching for clues and that it may shed so light on my own family. david j bayliss connahs quay, flintshire Sunday, December 03, 2000 at 01:23:25 |
| I'm searching for the decendents of John Wheater and Cecilia Littlewood . In the 1930's they would have lived around Undercliff Bradford England.I am their grandaughter and would like to hear from either side of the family. Priscilla Wheater. Bellingen, N.S.W. Australia. |
| My great grandfather was married in the Holy trinity Church, Forest of Dean Mar 1 1869. He was Tom Merriman and his wife was Mar Ann Mobberly, I would dearly love to hear from someone that knows about this family. In 1879 Tom left England with his 2nd wife Matilda nee Bennett for New Zealand. Noel Merriman Upper Hutt, n/a New Zealand |
| HELP! desperately seeking D.O.B of John Mills PROBYN, born approx 1795 in Bristol but belived to belong to the Probyn families of the Newland/Newent area. Father John Probyn, Brewer, would be grateful for mothers name also. John Mills Probyn moved to London by 1823, surgeon, also lived,Glasgow, Lancaster,Twickenham,Kington Hereford. married x3, seven known children. Other associated names, Eliza Kingston Probyn, William Henry Probyn. I've been stuck here for about 5 yrs!!! lesley lee surrey england |
| I use to live on popes hill and went to school at littledean and double view in cinderford. the joined the raf in 1959 and some how never managed to return.I still have relatives in the forest and on the other side of gloucester. all I know of the bayliss family is only back to my grandfather percy bayliss of popes hill and of his bothers and sisters. plus a chance meeting of a gentleman in porth maddock north wales also a bayliss and you could see the family resembalance. who had traced his side of the family back to brimsfield in herefordshire. david john bayliss connahs quay, flintshire Thursday, November 30, 2000 at 03:23:32 |
| I am trying to find any imformation on a John Houlston Morgan his wife Sarah Jenkins.Married possibly at Newlands and one fo their sons William christen 15/12/1799 at Awne With Blakeney Gloucestershire Barry Morgan Coventry, Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 19:25:47 |
| I am looking for a ____ Dean married an Emma ______. He was born probably around 1860. Married around 1880 and probably was from AL. His children were: Robert, Bell, Eliza (my grandmother), Eula, Lorenzo, and John William (Sept 25, 1884 - May 14, 1959). Thanks Paul Shelton Ft. Monmouth, NJ USA |
| I am looking for information about the parents of my Great Grandfather Edmund Yemm who was born in Ruardean in 1845/1846. Their names were Edmund and Sarah (Coleman) who were married at St John, Lea in 1837. Sarah's parents were Guielmi(William)Coleman and Martha Woore and she was born in about 1812. Edmund senior was born either in St Briavels or Stafford. Chris Yemm Suffolk Monday, November 27, 2000 at 20:05:27 |
| Great to find a Forest of Dean Genealogy website. I am interested in the Matthews family of Ruardean. James Matthews born **1840 was a butcher. His sons, Ernest & Frank were ringers at the Parish Church. Any information or connections would be very welcome. Nick Beaton Ilkley, West Yorkshire UK |
| Looking for any information on the Cliffe, Custis or Custos families. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You Terry Jackson USA |
| looking for freckelton carl freckelton windsor, nova scotia canada |
| Researching families of Richard SIER and Mary GREY who are both buried at Holy Trinity Drybrook. Richard bapt. 28 Dec 1800 died 1884 aged 84, and Mary died 1878 aged 69. In 1881 Richard was recorded as SIRE at Ruspidge. Leslie & Lorraine SHEPHARD Mandurah, Western Australia Tuesday, November 14, 2000 at 11:41:07 |
| Congratulations on a most interesting Forest of Dean pages. Researching descendent families of James DOWLING and Margaret SIER Leslie & Lorraine SHEPHARD Mandurah, Western Australia Australia |
| I am a descendant of the Morgan and Whittington families of the Forest of Dean. I am in the process of trying to trace my family history. My great grandfather was Richard Whittington and my great grandmother was Ann Whittington(nee Whittington)of East Dean. sheila walshaw Bradford, West Yorkshire England |
| I am searching the VIRGO family, other surnames that are connected to my familt are JAMES, HAWKINS, BARBER, AMBROSE, PETERS, PARSONS, WYMAN, CRADDOCK, WATKINS, WHITE, PHIPPS, MARSHALL, BOUGHTON, GRIFFITHS, TIRLEY, YEMM, BARKER, STEPHENS, STEVENS, YATES, CLARKE, PETERSON, BARNARD any connection, please let me know. Helen HELEN WAUGH Wallsend, NSW Australia |
| Hi, I'm researching my husband's family from the Forest of Dean and Ruardean in particular. I found this site through the Glos FHS and hope it will be useful. Thank you for all the work in putting this together. Names researching: Allaway/Alloway/Holloway, Brooks, Robins, Tomkin Hilary Yorke Maidstone, Kent UK |
| Hi from Vancouver Island, Canada. I am presently researching the Fryer family and boy, they are all over Gloucester, from Hartpury, Corse, Fretherne, Arlingham, Saul, Hardwick, Abinhall, just to name a few. It seems that the Fryer family was very prolific and kept marrying into the same families, Kings, Clutterbacks and Fryers. One day I may get them all straightened out. Is anyone there researching the Fryers? Maybe we can compare notes? Have a great day. Mona Mona L. (Wilson) Cashman Comox, British Columbia Canada |
| looking for reid, reed, read, pettit, pettitt Roger Carpenter margate, kent uk |
| I am a newcomer to researching my family history and I would be interested to hear from anyone who has information on my great grandfather. His name was Cornelius Harding b1834?. He lived un Ruardean at one time and was a miner, I believe. He died in 1919. Pauline Sims Kent England |
| I have just found a letter from my great grandfather, Russell Hardy Dean, in which he states that the Dean side of his ancestry is from Forrest (sic) Dean in England. I have found from other sources that he is descended from Richard Dean of Maryland, USA, circa 1730. Wish to know if anyone knows the connection between the Deans of Forest of Dean and Richard Dean of Maryland. Any help would be greatly appreciated. HDG Hardy Dean Gillespie Tampa, Florida USA |
| Hello all! I may be all wrong here, but, isn't there a village/town by the name of Elmore in the Glou. area? I have been able to trace my ancestors only as far back as 1589, being born in England, location unknown. This was courtesy of the Mormons. (Thanks guys!) Also, the first documented Elmore from my family was born in England, and arrived in the US, I am assuming near Virginia, as he died in 1725 in Richmond, Virginia. The Elmore family didn't have much imagination when it came to names - all the men were Peter, William, Robert, Thomas, James, with Milton liberally sprinked in there. Case in point - my dad was named Robert Milton. My dad was very very adamant that we were Scots-Irish. He seemed offended whenever I (as a young child) questioned what he based his belief on. It was family history, handed down. As longevity runs in the family, I am the 13th direct descendant from Peter Elmore, who arrived in America in the late 1600's. Can anyone shed some light on the Elmore name for me? Thanks very much! Karen Elmore, Louisville, Kentucky, which looks a LOT like Ireland! Karen Elmore Louisville, Kentucky USA |
| Am interested in tracing my ancestry. Am unsure where the orin\ginal branch had its origins. I believe we have some connection with THe Forest of Dean but am unsure.....such in fo as I have is at best scant. grandfather: James Dewfield-Mountjoy?Grandmother Sarah? b. about 1870's?: Father Joseph Dewfield-Mountjoy. b. 1908? Father had I think a brother Cecil,a Sister Olive. Possible some Cinderford link? james Dewfield-mountjoy dunedin, otago nz |
| Hi I am look for any info on the BRAIN family of Cinderford and the surrounding area. My GG Grandfather was Alfred Brain, four of his children were Clara, Thomas, William (aka Gloucester Bill) and Henry. Thomas married Mona Reed, and moved to Leeds, they had several children. Clara aslo moved to Leeds, her married name was Walsh. Any info would very helpful. Many Thanx Kineta kineta bristol, england |
| My grandmother was born Annie VAUGHAN in Ruardean in 1889. By 1900 she had been adopted by Henry and Frances WATKINS. I have placed the current state of my VAUGHAN researches at: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~florence1860/vaughan.htm Looking for any connections. Walter King Totnes, Devon England |
| Brilliant pages!I'm researching my g.father Thomas Richard REYNOLDS,b.12/2/1880 at Popes Hill,gt.gfather,Richard born in Blaisdon,gt.gmother Elizabeth nee WOOD. Richard was an ironminer who moved his family to Co. Durham sometime after 1881. Best wishes to all. Wendy Wilson Chesterfield, Derbyshire UK |
| I am looking for the name of Liddington in Lydney,Gls. Especially the descendents of Isaac and Ann (nee Carter),both born near Malmesbury Wilts, and came over the border around 1850. My grandfather was their son,John,born 1856 in Lydney. Many thanks. Kathleen Wye Liverpool, NSW Australia |
| Researching the PYRKEs of Littledean. A lonely furrow. Always interested to hear from anyone who has even a peripheral interest! Mart Gottschalk Birmingham, Drunk, usually England |
| I am researching my family history. My grandfather, William Baynham, a colliery sinker, told me he was born in Symonds Yat. I have a copy of his marriage certificate which shows he married Elizabeth Tomlins in the Parish of Arksey, Yorkshire, on 1st August 1907. Elizabeth lived at the Bentley Lees Colliery Cottages, and William in Doncaster Road, South Elmsall. Both were then aged 20. William's Father, Richard, also a colliery sinker is listed as deceased (could this have been a mining accident? where would I find out? Elizabeth's Father, also a colliery sinker was Joseph Tomlins. Both families probably originated in the Forest of Dean area. Do you have any references which could help me? Could you suggest further avenues of research? Yours sincerely, Frank Baynham frank.baynham**virgin.net Frank Baynham Preston, Lancashire UK |
| Nice to see I used to be the Asst District Finance officer for Gloucester Stroud and Forest Management Committee I am looking for Yorath' throughout the World English Bicknor Tiddenham David Yorath Laugharne, Carmarthenshire Wales |
| Great site ! Would love to hear from anyone researching Richard Phillips who married Elizabeth Hughes in Kempley 1796. Many leads going back but nothing conclusive yet. John Pearcey Shelley, W.A Australia |
| I'm researching Whittington, Gough, Mason, Horsham in Gloucestershire, and Moran in Co. Mayo in Ireland, and Reilly in Co. Cork in Ireland. My Whittington family settled in Carbondale, PA, arriving in 1888 and 1889. Clare A. Jones in Phoenix, AZ Clare A. Jones Phoenix, AZ USA |
| Looking for information about VAUGHAN's in particular a William VAUGHAN born abt 1845 Lynda Millward Port Talbot, West Glam Wales |
| What a wonderful job you have done on this site.You have made it so easy to find the Surnames that I am researching. Those names are-Mary Elizabeth JACKSON b1872 Middlewich,her parents names are John JACKSON BORN 1839 and Sarah BUCKLEY BORN 1840.Also STERRY,PITSTOW,HAMPTON,PHILLIPS,HOPE,JACKSON(different branch)BROWN,MARKEY,WINTLE,PARKINSON.If you have these names in your family,I would love to hear from you. Gayle Bagnall Brisbane, Queensland Australia |
| My father Leonard James Wright was born in Upleadon, Golden Valley, and he was so proud of it. I send this message in his memory. Elizabeth Hughes (nee Wright) Gunnislake, Cornwall england |
| If any one is researching the Mabbatt family, I would love to hear from you. Tony Mabbatt Ballarat, Victoria Australia. |
| I am looking for descendants of any JORDAN who resided in Little Dean, Harry Hill, Nailbridge, etc... from 1830-1891. My line begins with John, married to Sarah... Then Thomas, who married Anne RUDGE, then John, who married Leah PARKER, the daughter of Jonah PARKER. All help much appreciated! Joanne Marie Jordan Laval , Quebec Canada |
| Trying to track down old friends Paul & Sharon James they live in the Bream area..Any help would be great! I used to live at the Narth and worked in Lydney often riding my motorcycle through the Forest area ...truly a wonderfull place.. Andrew Claydon New Plymouth, New Zealand |
| I would like to re-state my interest in the forest. My G.G. grandfather was Richard White who married Caroline Plaisted. My G. grandfather also Richard White married Amelia Ann Harper, whose father Joseph was a blacksmith in the father. If anybody has any information I would appreciate. John White, Sleaford, Lincs. John White Sleaford, Lincolnshire England |
| I am a descendant of the MORSE family. We have possible records tracing back to Henry (Harry) Richard? Morse born 1855. Married to Mary Jane Jones at St Johns Church, East Dean 27/7/1874. His father we have as william Morse and mother Ann nee Clark. Any help to assist further or verify any of this would be appreciated. Thanks, Stewart Morse Stewart Morse Christchurch, New Zealand |
| I am researching the Greenhalf name and would welcome any evidence and ties. We know that the family came to Winchcombe in the 18th Century. Any more before or after please. Dave David Greenhalf Bath, England |
| Is there anyone out there, who is researching the Marfell Family from Cinderford in Gloucestershire. Especially William & Mary Ann (nee Cloudley) families. Would love to here from you. Suzie Susan Gill Blenhiem, Marlborough New Zealand |
| I found your pages name through a search for the name Waldron. My husband's middle name is Dean (reportedly a family name). Any information will be appreciated. Thank you. Jennie Meissenburg Hesperia, CA USA |
| I am doing research on the ancesters of the Griffith Jenkins of Littledean (1803). Gaill Tiessen Kleefeld, MB, Manitoba,CANADA Canada |
| Looking for information on Richard Russell who married Lucy Dash, they actually lived in or near Berkeley. Also interested in any people with the surname Sevearn who I'm told were from the area of the Severn River. Pamela Hery Raleigh, N.Carolina USA |
| I'm looking for information on Thomas Wilce Born Abt 1685 With two children John Wilce Thomas Wilce John was CHR 7 Feb 1714 Crewkerne,Somerset,England Thanks Bob Bob Hazell Sudbury, Ontario Canada |
| Researching all Pincotts, whatever spelling. Would be interested to hear if you have any information. Thank you in advance. Gerry Hayward Kent England |
| I have just started to trace my family tree. My Grandfather Albert Virgo was born in the Forest of Dene area I know that he was from a big family and that he along with 2 other brothers moved from the area when his father remarried.I think he was born about 1880. He married in County Durham and had 11 children 5 boys and 6 girls.My father being Maurice Edgar Virgo b:1923 m:1947 D:1979. Jennifer Hindmarch {nee:Virgo} Durham, Durham England |
| anyone know of a Keith Powell from the forest of dean? I am trying to track him down. He lived/s in Tokyo. Thanks richard james st peter port, guernsey uk |
| Hello ... revisiting the guest book and updating . Researching YEARSLEY surname from the Forest of Dean and Gloucestershire in general and would be interested to hear from any other person with a similar interest. thank you ! Glen A. Yearsley Burlington, Ontario Canada |
| I visited Cinderford in 1962 to visit my great aunt -Alice Barton Baldwin, but unfortunately was more interested in sights and visiting family than keeping any records. What a missed opportunity!! Now I'm researching....... Thank youfor the information on your site. It brings back some memories of the Forest of Dean. Georgia Barton Hall Simi Valley, CA USA |
I have researched the hulin family history for over 30 years. Will gladly share my findings with interested parties. donald hulin clevedon, Friday, October 13, 2000 at 17:21:06 |
| I am looking for info on a Charles Dean who was married to Frances. They lived in St. Pancras, Middlesex, London England in 1852 . Their daughter, Jane married Abel John Mockford November 22 1852. I am trying to trace Charles's brothers and sisters. Anyone out there who has heard of these folks please write me back. Barbara Graham Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada |
I am looking for information on the Probyn name in the area particularly of Longhope Regards Stephen Probyn STEPHEN PROBYN NORWICH, NORFOLK ENGLAND |
| I am trying to find ancestors with the surname Whatmore who were living in the town of Littledean around 1940.They were from the Accrington area in Lancashire.Relatives of Roland Whatmore builders Ltd. of Oswaldtwistle. Jeffrey Whatmore Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire UK |
| i have traced the hulin family back to the 12th century.will gladly share any info you may require. donald hulin clevedon, north somerset u.k. |
| Hi, Does anyone have any information on Nash's either living or deceased, in the Forest of Dean area? I believe my grandfather emigrated to NZ from there in the early 1900's - his name: Thomas Nash. Regards, Phil Nash Phillip Nash Tauranga, B.O.P. New Zealand |
| hi just looking up the history of my name alan gough Porirua, wellington New Zealand |
| My husband can trace his ancestors to Hewelsfield many are buried there in the church Ceri Syner Bucks England |
| Any one researching Captain James Graham GOODENOUGH or HMS Pearl 1873-1876 l would be pleased to hear from you . My grt grandfather served on this ship. Mrs Jean Lees Birmingham , ENGLAND |
| I am searching for my gg grandfather, John Rees, he m. Sarah Ann Belcher in Awre on Blakeney in 1835 and settled in Parkend, Forest of Dean. My g grandfather, Henry Charles Rees, was born in Park End in 1857. I am looking for information about John Rees, where he was born. If anyone has information please contact me at above e-mail address. Thanks Carol Balfe Milton, MA USA |
| Looking for John Dobbs married to Mary Morse 1836...Parish of Newland-Gloucester. Would like to find baptisms for thier children or any other info on them. Also wondering what the Hundred of St. Briochs[?] is. Thankyou, Mary Lee Mary Lee McCann Tacoma, Washington U.S.A. |
| A great page. Looking for any history or information on the Mountjoy or Robinson Families of Little Dean. William Mountjoy m. Sophia Robinson 9 Jan 1811 Alan King Perth, Western Australia Australia |
| Seeking anyone with connection to Patsy and/or Ben Hinds of Newnham on Severn. My mother was a cousin to Patsy Hinds. Reason for this inquiry is to update a family history book I am compiling. My mother was Charlotte Turner-Barber of Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Son was Robert Hinds; his wife was Valerie; one daughter named Jo, another daughter name unknown. Any information would be much appreciated as photos of this family taken on visits to their home in 1986 were included in our first family history book. Thank you. Jean Angle Wichita, Kansas USA |
| I'm researching the Hale and Herbert families of the East Dean area of Gloucestershire. My ancestors were Nehemiah (bap. 1824, Drybrook) and Hannah Hale (nee Herbert), they were married in 1849 in Holy Trinity Church at Drybrook and lived in Ruardean Woodside. They had a daughter Julia (b.c.1849) who had an illegitimate son, Thomas 'Hale' reputed to be the son of ? Chivers, a local gentleman in whose home Julia was working as a 'charwoman' (1871 census). If anyone has any information about this family, I would love to hear from you. James Evans Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Wales |
| RAINES!! JAMES RAINES(my g.g.grandfather) born FAIRFORD Glos about 1855/56 married ELIZA WHITE born HAWKESBURY UPTON about 1855/56 (died LEIGHTERTON about 1897) they lived in LEIGHTERTON, Glos they had three children ALBERT born about 1885( he never married) SARAH ELIZABETH born about 1887 and ELISE KATE (my grandmother) born 19/08/1889 (she died on the 18/07/1939) At the moment I have no idea were JAMES RAINES lived from 1855/56 until he appeared on the census in LEIGHTERON if anyone can help I would love to hear from them Regards Cynthia CYNTHIA BETTERIDGE FAIRFORD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGLAND |
| Looking for the parents of BENJAMIN BENNETT born NORTH NIBLEY, Glos around 1816 he married SARAH CLARK born MEYSEY HAMPTON,Glos around 1823 they had two children that I know of WILLIAM born MARSTON MEYSEY,Glos around 1847 and JOSEPH (my g.g.grandfather) who was born on 23/08/1849 in CHELTENHAM Glos Joseph married JANE NEWMAN born KEMPSFORD, Glos anywhere between 1853/57 would like to hear from anyone who could help me Regards Cynthia CYNTHIA BETTERIDGE FAIRFORD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGLAND |
| Hello, I am doing geneaology research and have come across a branch that extends to Glocestershire in 1385. A Sir Thomas William Phelippes born 1385, his son Sir Thomas Phellyppse died 1480 in Somerset, England,his son Thomas Phelps b 1560, his son Edward Phelps b. 1580. Any help would be appreciated. Linda Smith Fruita, Colorado USA |
| HI forest of Dean. Any Wilce's still there? John Charles WILCE Barry, Glamorgan Wales; UK |
| I am seeking information on Henry Dean who came from Dorset County in Egland to Australia some time after he was born in 1838. He married Mary McHugh at Kyneton, Victoria in 1859. Later they lived on Richmond Rd, Richmond, Victoria. I cannot find any reference to his arrival in Australia, nor his later death. Can you help? Regards Allen Allen Dean Parkes, NSW Australia |
| Interested in researching family history, fathers name Edward.Born approx 1898 Kenneth Ellis Ingatestone, Essex Wednesday, September 06, 2000 at 03:08:56 |
| My ancestors on my mother's side hail from the Forest of Dean. My grandmother Damaris Gifford was born in Newland in 1880 but came north on her marriage. Other branches are the Morses and the Baileys which I am currently researching. Janet Rigby Preston, Lancashire England |
| I am interested in hearing from anyone who has information about the Forest of Dean Sleeman family - in particular about George who was a collier and lived in Ruardean Hill where he died in 1882 (father of Evan). I urgently need this information for a new Channel 4 television programme called Extraordinary Ancestors. Many thanks Tamara Eichhorn Producer/Director Extraordinary Ancestors Freeform Productions, London Tel: 0207 739 8734 Fax: 0207 729 6374 email: tamarae**fftv.co.uk tamara Eichhorn London, UK |
| Just passing through. My great grandfather was born in Forest of Dean Name Richard Cooper but found him in Pontypool in 1881 census as coal miner with wife Mary Bateman. As yet no other details. Anyone any connections. Bye for now... isabel morrell Merseyside UK |
| My grandfather George Watkins of Yorkley born 1858 died 1920 buried at Parkend churchyard. Married Elizabeth Davies 1885 she was born 1862, died 1936 buried Parkend Churchyard They had two sons Tom and Harry both deceased Ron Watkins Lydney, Gloucestershire England |
| Hi Just been browsing thro' and found this page. For Watkins Family My g Grandfather was a John Watkins born 1832 died 1895 his Son George born 1858 died 1920 he married a Elizabeth Davis her father was William Davis. hope this of help to some-one Ron watkins Ron Watkins , Gloucestershire England |
| MY FATHERS NAME WAS EDWARD SYDNEY THOMAS BEDDIS BORN 22/01/1907 IN WEST DEAN HIS FATHERS NAME BEING ALBERT EDWARD BEDDIS OTHER THAN THAT I HAVE NO OTHER INFO BUT WOULD APPRECIATE ANY HELP ON THIS SUBJECT John Beddis bolton on dearne, Sth Yorks england |
| Doing family research on Samuel Steel father of Elmes Steel. Also looking for Elmes's wife Mary Benfield. There son Elmes Yelverton Steele immigrated to Canada with first wife Elizabeth Seeley Coucher. Elmes Y. Steele and his second wife Ann Johnston are my grt grt grandparents. Samuel and his son Elmes Steel who supposedly was a surgeron lived in Coleford area. Looking for leads HELP! Nancy Koch Tuohy Sacramento, Ca US |
| I'm researching my maternal grandmothers ancestry including Pauline Dean and William Henderson living in the Forest of Dean 1865. Thanks! Chris Coulson Ulverstone, Tasmania Australia |
| I am interested in any references to Tippins family in either Ruardean or Walford. Elizabeth Tippins Alexander La Coru–a, Galicia Spain |
| I am searching for my ancestor Richard Newman. He came to New Diggings WI abt 1840. It is noted on the 1850 census of Wisconsin, he came from County Cork Ireland. I can find a Richard Newman coming into Norfolk VA abt 1840. New Diggings WI is located in the South West corner of WI. The main reason people came to this area is for the lead and zink mining. I hope someone can give me some help. Gerald W. Newman DeForest, Wisconsin USA |
| I am looking for the following families in order to attempt to complete my tree: STAITE/STAIT/STATE PENDREE/PENDREY/PENDRY PADDOCK NEWMAN ROBINSON LOVERIDGE All from Forest of Dean and surrounding areas. Please help!!! Hilary Scott Southend on Sea, Essex UK |
| Researching Baldwin family from the forest Earliest Richard Baldwyn married Aston Ingham 1836 - Catherine Ingles (Newent connection) Edwin Charles Baldwyn married Forest Church 1869 Joe Baldwin (my great grandfather) married Mary Ann Prosser in Ruardean Parish Church 1890. Move to South Wales late 1890's. Coal Miners Philip Davies Wick, Vale of Glamorgan Wales (GB) |
| Enjoy looking through your pages. I am looking for my ancestors who came from Little Dean. Will keep searching. Sounds a beautiful part of England. Margaret Cross Te Aroha, New Zealand |
| I came following an entry of Hathaway,and stayed to browse.This is a very nice site.If anyone has information on Hathaways from N.Arkansas early 1900-to date,I'd like to hear from you.Especially if it concerns a Sarah Jane Hathaway(no maiden name known) Mary(Doke) Daffron hudson, Fl USA |
| I am looking for decendants of THOMAS DAVIS born in LITTLE DEAN 1815 wife, CAROLINE DAVIS. born in COLEFORD 1814. had a Grandson RICHARD DAVIS born 1874. in 1881 they were living at STOCKWELL GREEN. Love to hear from anyone that can help me. George. George Davis Bendigo, victoria Australia |
| Hello, My father was born in the forest of Dean 1910. Was some one interested? Cheers John Hatton john Hatton Auckland, New Zealand |
| Reserching the family name of SCRIVENS Linda Roberts S.Wales |
| Anyone who is also researching in the parishes of Blockley, Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh, Mickleton, Bourton-on-the-Hill, Ebrington, Todenham, Lemington or Batsford email me with your research information and which parishes to be included in. All researcher pages are connected to the parish census pages on GENUKI. Blockley, Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden also have history, wills (donated) and a number of other pages on the parishes, in particular, in Blockley a list of strays, 288 soldiers who signed up for duty 1914-15 (includes some for Chipping Campden) Marriage indexes 1871-1931 and churcgyard inscriptions. Home page: http://members.home.com/panthers/tayfam.html Allan Taylor Page also includes the Taylor family and linked surnames (1950 names) Allan Taylor Surrey, BC Canada |
| Hi! I'm researching my greatgrandparents. I've found my greatgrandmother's line. Her name was Mary Sophia Hail. She was descended from Thomas Ansley (1673-1731/2) I'm seeking information on my greatgrandfather's family. I have reason to believe that his ancestors also came from Gloucestershire. My ggrandfather's name was Alfred George Nunney. He was born in 1869 and died in 1954. Mary's parents emmigrated to the state of Iowa, USA. I don't know if either ggrandparent was born in England. Well, perhaps someone who reads this message knows of a source for me. Please notify me if the name Nunney rings a bell. Thanks very much! Texas is a long way from Gloucestershire but the internet shortens the distance considerably. Best regards, Pat Shriver Pat Shriver Dallas, TX USA |
| Just passing though. Have a good day! Deborah (Deane) Little Miami, FL USA |
| i was born in coleford lived in broadwell until i was 18. then moved to canada in 1979. went to school at Berryhill sec school looking for Alan touge or larry dickenson. charles allum calgary, alberta canada |
| Hi all, Tracing my family tree which includes the names: Baker,Reed,Weaving & Woolford all from the Forest Of Dean. If anyone else is interested in these names please contact me. Linda Weatherley Linda Weatherley Cinderford, Gloucestershire England |
| If you have ancestors who came from Cinderford and surrounding areas of the Forest of dean, they may well have been connected with Cinderford St. John's Cricket Club. The Club was formed in 1880 by the choirboys of St.John's Church who were also pit boys. By the early 1900's Cinderford could boast fifteen cricket clubs but over the years these teams were absorbed into the only Cinderford cricket team remaining today. I have compiled a history of the club : CINDERFORD ST. JOHN'S CRICKET CLUB 1880-2000 it includes many team photgraphs together with stories of outstanding performances and recollections of past members. Copies price £5-00 are available from all Forest of Dean bookshops or just send me an email and I will put one in the post for you (no charge for p & p) Alec Kear Lydney, Glos England |
| I am trying to trace the whereabouts of Trevor Jenkins. He worked in the carpet and furniture department of the Co-op Lydney around 1959-1960. He left afterwards to live in Bristol. He was a good friend and I would like to get in touch with him again. This is a great site keep it up. Was in Whitecroft this time last year and had a great meal at the Miners Arms there..Many thanks to the landlady. Alan Teague Auckland, Auckland New Zealand |
| I am looking to fill the gaps in the YOUNG family (my father side) of Walford and Howle Hill. Also HOARE of Whitchurch? (Emma - my Grandmother) GROVES of Ross-on-Wye is also of interest (My mother side) Derek Young Oxford, Oxfordshire England |
| I am very keen to trace my grandmother's family from Little Dean. Her mother was Edith Manns and she would have been born in the late 1800s. Angela Hodgkins Stourbridge, West Midlands UK |
| Seeking information on John Ford, baptised Taynton 1831, son of Daniel Ford and Ann Morgan who were married at North Nibley on the 15/2/1820. All the children of Daniel and Ann were baptised at Taynton. Were John's parents Farmer's by trade? Jane Joy Maidens, Ayrshire Scotland |
| I love your web site. My father John Allan James born in Lydbrook in Sarah Siddons house in 1921. I am trying to track down family of his fathers and his fathers. James James married Harriet Hailes and they had Oliver, Caroline Lily, Annice Maud, William Howard and John Henry (my grandfather. Thank you for the opportunity. Good luck Rita James Auckland, New Zealand |
| I'm a copywriter for Pritchards Creative in Cheltenham and we are putting something together for the Gloucestershire Development Agency. I read somewhere that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowlins lived/lives in the Royal Forest of Dean. A testimonial from her on the quality of life in R.F.D. would be something special. Anyone know her personally and could put me in touch? Mark Pearson Cheltenham, Glos UK |
| Am looking for the family of Daniel and Eliza (? nee Cobner) Pritchard (my g.g. grandparents). I think they were living in the Nailbridge area of the Forest of Dean around 1891 when their daughter Lily (or Lilian May) was born. Other children were George, David, Bill and Rachel. Hope someone can help me on this - I'm stuck! Tracey Schwass Brisbane, Queensland Australia |
| We are descendants of Richard R. Dean (married a Catherine and a Priscilla) of Dorchester County Maryland 1640 time frame. Children of these relationships include: William, John, Samuel, Mary (Polly Moore), Margaret (Peggy Shepherd), Rachel (m. Stockwell), Lyddie (m. Smith) and Lucy (m. John). Are unaware of his relationship to Forest of Dean, but haved information which ties him to South Chard, England. If anyone has any other information, would be very eager to correspond with you. Thanks. Jean Frances Fogel-Dean Grafton, WI USA |
| Would like to contact decendants of Tom Webb, of Yorkly Slade, Forrest of Dean. Three brothers of Bernice Webb, James, Jabus and ? emigrated to Ohio in the early 1900's, possibly Springfield or Cleveland.One brother married a lady from Bridgend,Glamorganshire, Wales. A daughter was named Bernice Webb. Tom Webb's father was Samuel Webb of Coaley, Galucester, north of Bristol. Samuel's wife was Susanna Hill of Much Markel, Herefordshire. J. W. Davies Prescott, Arizona USA |
| Good-Aye to all Foresters wherever you are, let's hear from you and I promise a reply. Reg Dunn Mannering Park, New South Wales AustraliaGoodaye to all Foresters |
| I am trying to fine parents of John H. Dean Floyd Co. Ga. 1860. He died Civil War Dec,1862 Betty Dean Stone poteau,, Oklahoma usa |
| Does anyone remember the garage at the bottom of Westgate Street Gloucester as you leave the city? I have vague memories of there being an aircraft on the roof, this would have been in the late 1930-40. I have queried this with other people but with no success, is this just a figment of my imagination? My interest is in the aircraft and was it a Gloster Gladiator Ken Faull Perth, WA Australia |
| My own family on my mother's side are from Ruardean, as a matter of fact one of my uncles was mayor there a while back austin beddis cinderford, gloucester england |
Looking for Newnhams came to South Australia about 1870,s husband and wife and three children settled in Adelaide Mary Knight Auckland, Auckland New Zealand |
| My interests are HATHAWAY and WILLIAMS of St Briavels/ Hewelsfield...and HATHAWAY families in the Forest Of Dean from 1066.I will search my references/provide relevant details to anyone with these surname interests Contact:Lindsey J Blake - Mizen e-mail: blakemiz**onetel.net.uk Lindsey Blake-Mizen Monday, July 10, 2000 at 04:29:30 |
| was born in 144 Church Rd cinderford Les Harris emerald, victoria Australia |
| I AM OOKING FOR MY 1/2 BROTHER. THE ONLY INFORMATION I HAVE IS THAT HE IS IN HIS LATE 20'S. HIS NAME IS JAMES MICHAEL DEAN AND HIS FATHER'S NAME IS J. MICHAEL DEAN. IF I AM SUCCESSFUL AT LOCATING HIM, I AM WILLING TO NOT TELL ANYONE IF THAT IS HIS WISHES. IF NOT, I AM SURE THAT MY FAMILY WOULD LOVE TO MEET HIM AS MUCH AS I DO. CHRISTINE SHERYL HOOK (DEAN) 29PALMS, CALIFORNIA USA |
| Walter Deane came from this area back with the Mayflower's sailing. I am working on the Deane Genealogy. Would love to come and visit your area sometime. Edmund Deane Dallas, Texas USA |
| Looking for the Newnham family Wales Anton Aspeslet Lethbridge, AB Canada |
| Is there a written extract somewhere for the gravestones in the Ruardean Churchyard? My ancestors are MASON,BLAKE,CHIVERS AND ROBINS, anyone out there with these names for the Forest of Dean area? I would love to hear from you. Jan Dench epsom, surrey england |
| Does anyone have a transcription of the monumental inscriptions at St Mary's Church, St Briavels, Gloucestershire? Would appreciate information on the Hulin family from that area. Thanks. Ian Thomas Yorkley, Gloucestershire England |
| Finding family in Gloucestershire! Jonathan Clark Chicago, Illinois USA |
| I have a copy of the Bayneham Coat of Arms, which was copied from a plaque set in the wall of Micheldean Church in the Forest of Dean. I have information on Sir Alexander Bayneham, from around 1421. Then I have no further information until Elizabeth Bayneham. born in 1813. Elizabeth is my 3rd great grandmother. I would appreciate any help and information I can get. Thanks. Pauline Frampton Bountiful, Utah United States |
| Your website is great. It helped me a lot on my geography homework on The Forest Of Dean. chris morris gloucester, gloucestershire england |
| Greetings. I am looking for a number of people in Gloucestershire: The Berkleys of Thornbury, particularly Sarah. The Builders of Winchcomb and Moreton-in-Marsh. The Clements of Bristol, particularly Ruth. The Griffiths of Stone and Thornbury. The Grismonds of Bristol and Hereford. The Quarmans of Bristol. The Reeds of Thornbury. and the Withers of Thornbury. Any help appreciated. Thankyou. Brent Richards Gosford, NSW Australia |
| Hi, I'm seeking any info on Silas Clothier born about 1850 and Alice Chadwick born 1854. Any information would be greatly appreciated... Regards Max. Max Clothier Turramurra, NSW Australia |
| Great site i have really enjoyed looking at all the messages. Disappointed to note that no-one was looking for SAUNDERS HUGHES DIX Maybe there will be something another day CHRIS BAKER (NEE SAUNDERS) LYDNEY, GLOS UK |
| Looking for HALE's of Blakeney/LittleDean/Flaxley/1700-1850. Also TUCK's of Minchinhampton,Glos.& of Malmesbury/AshtonKeynes,Wilts.1700-1800. I await a response. Thanks for reading this request. Edwin HALE {initially from the RHONDDA VALLEY, Glamorgan. South Wales. Edwin J. HALE. Melbourne., Victoria. Australia. |
| I am resurching my husbands family of Daniels most of then were born in the Forest of Dean from 1869 onwards 10 children in all, their parents were Charles and Ann Daniel/ Daniels. I would appreciate any help and information on this family. juliapd**2mulberries.fsnet.co.uk Julia Daniels Julia Daniels Doncaster, South Yorkshire Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at 22:00:22 |
| Parnham, Sorby, Lovrics, Laki, Moczni, Garnier, Stubna, Ruckle and Doublet... looking for any information on these Surnames. Dead end: George Henry Hammond married Elizabeth Sorby pre 1871 in England. Looking for info on their parents. They moved to Canada just after they were married about 1870. Also, Susan Earl (scot>usa) m. William Parnham any descendants and ancestors are desired. Nicole Lovrics Canada |
| Hello, I'm seeking any info on Charles Sims, his wife Mary Ann or his son William Charles Sims (baptised in St James, Bream on 12 Apr 1840). William Charles Sims became a Blacksmith and married Harriet Nash of Riddleton, Shropshire. TIA John Reilly Doncaster, South Yorkshire England |
| Looking for HALE's of Blakeney/LittleDean/Flaxley in the Forest 'O Dean, Gloucester. England.1700 - 1860's. Also TUCK's of Minchinhampton/Glos.& of Malmesbury, Wiltshire.Eng.1700 / 1890's. Any information gladly received. Regards, Edwin. I notice that there are other notices under another E-mail sign which is out of compliance. Please ignore previous address. THIS is the correct one ** 26th.June 2000. and it is our 57th. Wedding Anniversary. Edwin & Dilys HALE. Edwin J. HALE Melbourne, Victoria Australia. |
| Does anyone have any connections with the COX family of Mayhill/LOnghope/Little London, the WILLIAMS family of Steam mills/Ruardean Hill (There were loads of them!), the JENKINS/COOK family of Steam mills or the STERRY family from Mayhill. Also iwas born in 1968 and went to Steam Mills school any old school friends out there? What an amazing site, i'm completely hooked. Kate Hill Gloucester, glos uk |
| Where is Hinder's Lane? Does anyone know anything about the brutal murder of a Mrs Cox by her husband in Little London, during the mid to late 1920's. These people would have been my great grandparents. There is some mystery surrounding this as there is only one family member still alive and she refuses to speak of it. It seems that he spent the remainder of his life in a secure hospital (Broadmoor?) Kate Hill Gloucester, GLOS UK |
Researching KIMBERLY, HOWE, and ATWOOD/AWOOD families in Gloucestershire prior to 1700. These were primarily in Wooten-sub-edge and Kings Stanley, but am open to all suggestions. Mary Kimberly Rau Virginia Beach, VA US |
| I am looking for my birth record..... I was born in Cinderford england on September 24 1971, {male} I am in interested in finding out more about the area I was born in as I am planning a trip in the near future to see the land and maybe watch or get into some rugby games if possible... If anyone has any info about this subject I would really like to hear from you as I am extremely curious what the surroundings and culture is around there thank you very much and i hope to hear from someone soon.........cheers!!! Robin Joseph Barnett Elkford, British Columbia Canada |
| Hi All, Looking for any information about Mary Ann Unknown from Drybrook,Married Unknown TROTTER,2 children 1. William Trotter Born 1874 Michaeldean 2. Clara Trotter Born 1875 Michaeldean Mary ann was widowed and married William Henry PALMER born Parkham Devon,moved to South Wales. If anyone can help please email david**jones5512.freeserve.co.uk Thanks DAVID David Jones Gelli, Rhondda Wales |
| New e mail address from june 2000 still searching for any info on rev James HAWKINS (primitive methodist) born viney hill Also Thomas Benjamin JAMES and wife Mary Ann LEWIS at Yorkley around 1870 kay slee barry, vale of glamorgan wales |
| Anyone know where Hinder's Lane is/was? This is where my Morgan ancestors are listed on the 1851 Census. Probably somewhere near Cinderford. Thanks Peter Clifford Cheltenham, Glos. UK |
| I'm trying to find out what I can about the Heathway Manor - where it was and what happened to it. Bonnie K. Hathaway Cockeysville, MD USA |
| I am just looking now will check out entire site latter Thomas M. Lewis Stuart, Florida USA |
| Through my paternal grandmother, I have MORGAN ancestors in the Forest dating back (probably) to the 16th c. Also on this line are the names: GRINDLE and MALSOM. Glad to contact and share info with anyone interested in these names in the Forest. Peter Clifford Cheltenham, Glos. UK |
| Looking for information on George Hughes & Dorcas (no last name)of Parkhill,Gloucester, England, Children Anne Hughes who Married Thomas Morse, James Hughes, George Hill Hughes, William Highes, John Hughes, Mary Hughes. The children were baptized at St Pauls, Parkend, between 1826-1841. Robert & Carol Teague South Jordan, Utah USA |
| Smith and Tamplin Searching for families connected to Richard Smith, married Amelia Tamplin (daughter of John and Mary) at Lydney, Gloucestershire on 24 January 1825. One son, George Tamplin Smith, arrived in Victoria, Australia circa 1850s, and married Elizabeth Jones from Monmouthshire Amos Bennett Caloundra, Qld. Australia |
| The woods were made for the hunter of dreams, The brooks for the fisher of songs, To the hunters who hunt for the gunless game, The streams and woods belong. Look forward to visiting in March next year... Marina. South Africa Marina Divov Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa |
| Hi There! Am searching for ANY information on one DR GEORGE NIBLETT and his wife Priscilla NIBLETT (nee: NISBET).Both were probably born between 1830-1840. They have one known child - Clara Elizabeth NIBLETT born 1860. Any information would be greatly appreciated... Thanx... :) Naomi Sydney, New South Wales AUSTRALIA |
| I am looking for 2 surnames related to my Husband The Gazzard Family who are from London England and the Taylor Family who are from the Lewisham / Sydenham area in 1884 I do have a copy of the marriage certificate of Edwin Alfred Taylor. The Gazzard family are from the Tottenham London side I would appreciate any information on a Frederick Gazzard, Robert Gazzard or Edward Gazzard or any other Gazzard. I know that they all served in the Army at some stage.. Here is hoping that someone can help.. Kris.. Kris Gazzard Cairns, Queensland Australia |
| I am looking for information regarding any of these names: Killpack, Kilpack, Kilpacke, Kilpecke, Kylpack, Kylpecke and Kylpeyke. Have only been able to connect with some of these names in Leicestershire. Believe name originated in or near the village of Kilpeck in Herefordshire. Any information would be helpful. Kenneth Killpck Salt Lake City, Utah USA |
| Looking for information about Tomlins family from Newland, father John born about 1823, mother Mary. Contact with any descendents of any branches of Tomlins family welcome. Marilyn Tomlins Paihia, Bay of Islands New Zealand |
| In 3 weeks we (4 adults) planned a stay for a week in the Forest of Dean, we are thinking that we like your forrest and we hope to have a pleasant stay. Ron Spee Nijmegen, Netherlands |
| Interested in ALLSOP(P) PARRY COOK HUGHES SIMMONDS in Forest of Dean. In particular ALLSOP(P) and PARRY in Lydney all working at the Lydney Tin Works. 19th and early 20th C Bob Philpott Wiltshire UK |
| I'm looking for relatives of Frederick E. Ricketts born 1864 died 1944 buried in Cheltenham - wife - Clara B. Ricketts born 1887 died 1958 buried Cheltenham. These are my maternal mother-in-law's grandparents. Gord Claybert Cold Lake, Alberta Canada |
| Hi! Fellow Forester, just getting interested in the family tree. also interested in corresponding with someone from the Forest. my family emmigrated from Ruspidge in 1967 Sylvia Phillips nee Jackson whakatane, new zealand |
| KEEN TO FIND OUT INFO ON THE DREW FAMILY FROM BREAM.MY FATHER WAS EVACUATED TO BREAM DURING WW2 AND HAS SINCE RETIRED THERE.ANY MEMOIRS OF HIM (JOHN PALMER) OR HIS MOTHER (LOUISA (NANCY) DREW),VERY KEEN TO HEAR!ALSO ANY RECOLLECTIONS OF MY GRANDFATHER (ARTHUR PALMER)WHO WORKED FOR WATTS OF LYDNEY. LANCE PALMER HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX uk |
| I am researching the LOW/E & BEDDIS families from around the Awre, Blakeney areas. Yvonne Bean Brisbane, Queensland Australia |
| I am very keen to find any member of the Preedy family who belive thier roots start in or around Newent, Stonehouse and Stroud. Stephen Preedy Calne, Wiltshire England |
| signing guest book John Goff Columbus, Franklin US |
| I AM TRYING TO TRACE THE UNDERWOOD FAMILY IN THE VILLAGE OF PARKEND. MY GRANDFATHER WAS JONAS UNDERWOOD BORN ABOUT 1874 AND HIS FATHER WAS ALFRED UNDERWOOD. JONAS WAS MARRIED TWICE MY GRANDMOTHER WAS EMILY MORGAN AND THEY LIVED IN ROSE COTTAGE CHURCH WALK PARKEND, HE WAS A DEPUTY/ OVERMAN IN A COLLIERY. I AM TRYING TO FIND ANY MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY RELATIONS FURTHER BACK, IF YOU HAVE ANY MORE INFORMATION I WOULD BE PLEASED TO HEAR FROM YOU. FRED UNDERWOOD FRED UNDERWOOD NUNEATON, WARWICKS. Monday, May 29, 2000 at 17:20:55 |
| Would you kindly send me some information on Taynton? I will visiting the gardens there in July. Thank you for any assistance that you can give me. Kay Porter Slidell, Louisiana USA |
| Am looking for my Portlock and Bullock ancestors in the Westbury On severn, Blaisdon, Barnwood, Slimbridge area. Would love to hear from anyone with similar interests. June June Cairns, Queensland Australia |
I was just looking for some general info on the watkins Arvel Lee Watkins Jr. Monticello, Georgia USA |
| Happy to hear from anyone who has any info on the Preedy family in the Gloucestershire area. Stephen A Preedy Calne, Wiltshire England |
| these pages are great ,bursting with information,i have found out a lot about my family, my heritage, being the names GREENING, CLUTTERBUCK, WINTLE, ROWLES, COWLEY, MVFRES,PITCHELL JAMES, SCRIVEN. THANK YOU janine Greening melbourne, victoria Australia |
| I need help. I found my oldest ancestor William Gibson born 1629 in Caton Lancashire and died 1681 in London. I just want more information on him and how his son ended up in Ireland! Thanks! Kimberly Evans Tuscaloosa, Alabama USA |
| Looking for the following names in the Forest of Dean (Lydney, Parkend, Woolaston, Alvington area) COOK(E), BEDDIS, THORN, GRAIL, GREGORY, HOSKIN, POWELL Also family rumour mentions the following names: STOCKWELL, RASBATCH,HAWKINS. Patricia Cooke Toronto, Ontario Canada |
| Do you have details on the name Sladen or Slaydon . I am looking for predecessors to a John Sladen of Awre a farmer who lived arpond 1790 - 1850 P.Sladen Longhope, Gloucestershire UK |
| Does any one know of Rose Cottage in the F. O. Dean? My Grandmother named Collier is reputed to have lived there at the end of the 19th century or early 20th. Jean griffiths Walsall, Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 07:17:57 |
| Looking for information/whereabouts of Joy Pierce Hicks of Cinderford in the middle nineteen forties. Bob McEwan, Townsville, Qld, Australia bobmce**ozemail.com.au Bob McEwan Townsville, Queensland Australia |
| Have just discovered by gg grandfather was born in Forest of Dean ca 1821 THOMAS PHILLIPS. Parents were THOMAS PHILLIPS AND ELIZABETH BETHEL m May 14, 1818 NEWLAND. Had a brother named JAMES. both immigrated to America 1847. Thomas started working in the mines of Forest of Dean at the age of 10. Also worked in mines in Staffordshire. In America worked in mines of Penn., Alabama, Tenn., settled in Shawnee, Ohio 1872. Married an ELIZABETH WILLIAMS there in 1877. Her parents: JAMES WILLIAMS b. ca. 1835 & CAROLINE WATKINS christened 21 Feb. 1841 ST. JAMES, BREAM. They m March 26, 1859 ST. JAMES , BREAM., and immigrated to America 1870 with their children. Parents of CAROLINE WATKINS WILLIAMS were RICHARD WATKINS AND CAROLINE ____. No further information seems to be available from LDS - IGI. Would like to find other siblings of THOMAS PHILLIPS b. to THOMAS PHILLIPS AND ELIZABEH BETHEL. Would like to find other siblings and parents of JAMES WILLIAMS, and other siblings of CAROLINE WATKINS. Any suggestions or assistance greatly appreciated. I am thrilled to just discovered this information which my gg grandfather wrote down. Best Regards Nancy Sullivan NSull7**aol.com Nancy Sullivan Hilliard, Ohio USA |
| Looking for John Harris, dob 1879 Newland Hannah Harris, wife nee ? born Lea Bailey june bull ventnor, isle of wight uk |
| I am researching TOVEY and JANES / JAYNES from Newland. William TOVEY married Caroline JANES at Newland in Oct 1856. They emigrated to New Zealand 1857. Caroline dau of Joseph JANES, her death cert. gives birthplace as Mayhill. William son of Daniel TOVEY & Mary GEORGE, was born at Thornbury. Ann Loffhagen New Zealand |
| All Duffields in Gloucestershire England especially before 1760 Dawn Cumbley U.K. |
| Greetings from the Local Studies Collection at Cinderford Library. Some of your contacts have been wondering how the funds which were outstanding from the Forest of Dean accounts have been spent. I am very happy to report that they have been spent on microfilm of back copies of the Dean Forest Mercury which will be available for anyone to consult using our reader/printer. We are very pleased that we have been able to fill some of the gaps in our coverage. Vivienne Thomas Cinderford, Gloucestershire U.K |
| I would like to add more information to my previous message. My Great-grandfather was named William Brain. I estimate he was born about 1828. He moved to Dudley. By the 1861 cencus, he was married. His wife's name was Mary Ann. Later they moved to Durha m. Edna Brain Victoria , British Colubia Canada |
| I am trying to locate my Great-grandfather's family in Forest Of Dean. Edna Brain Victoria, British Columbia B.C. Canada |
| I am researching the Knight family line. My great grandfather, Sydney James Knight (aka james knight) moved from the Forest of Dean, to Derbyshire in the 1870-80's. I have details from 1881 census of a JAMES KNIGHT, age 44, living in East Dean. He has son Sydney of right age. Also other sons with names that are still in the family I'm looking for further dtails on knights living in East Dean area Also any info on pits in Forest of Dean, or on East Dean itself. Thanks Chris Knight Nottingham, UK |
| I am researching into the pubs of the Forest of Dean and I have become confused over the duplicity of name of the Britannia Inn in West Dean parish. The first reference is to a Britannia Inn which was owned by Amos Smith in 1891 and then ran by Henry Hawkins in 1903. The brewery supplying the pub then was John Arniold of Wickwar. The second reference is to a Britannia Inn owned by the exors. of Edward Fox in 1891 and Frederick George Fox in 1903. The pub was a freehouse and the recorded landlords are John Kirby in 1891 and Frederick George Fox in 1903. I know that there are at least two pubs in the forest with that name. The Dog and Muffler at Joyford was once the Britannia, and the Britannia at the crossroads at Coalway. But which pub relates to the original records. More details can be found at www.gloucestershirepubs.co.uk Geoff Sandles Geoff Sandles Gloucester, Gloucestershire England |
| I am looking for information on a place called Hynham Court and the Cadle family. Thank you in advance ,any informationwould be greatly appreciated. Joanna Howard Bowen Island, BC Canada |
| Am searching my FRENCH family roots. They were around Frampton-Upon-Severn, Slimbridge, and Frocester areas. Marlene Delta, BC Canada |
| Hello, I have many roots in The Forest, names of HOARE,WOORE and varients also JENKINS. Shall be in Lydney on Saturday and the Local History Day Jenny Cirencester, Gloucestershire England |
| looking for information on how to get copies of birth and death certificates. My mother in law was from England and I am going to try and work on her genealogy.Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Please send any information to me at kiowa1**ameritech.net Thanks in advance for you help Cheryl Disbrow Kinsel cheryl disbrow kinsel xenia, ohio USA |
| Hello I'm looking for any infomation on the warren family any help would be greatly apprieciated Carl Warren Bungay, Suffolk UK |
| I am researching Edwards in the Forest of Dean. Todate, I have located three branches which have emigrated to Australia: 1. Richard and Elizabeth Edwards emigrated to Western Australia on the 'Hoogly' in 1830. 2. Thomas and Jane Edwards emigrated to Sydney on the 'Sea' in 1849. This line settled at Bathurst, NSW 3. Thomas and Susan (nee Howell) emigrated on the 'Queen of Nations' in 1876 and settled in Minmi near Newcastle in NSW. I would welcome hearing from anyone with Edwards interests in the Forest. Chris O'Sullivan Chris O'Sullivan Sydney, NSW Australia |
| I am searching the family of Sarah Ann/Annie TURLEY who married William Griffiths son of Charles Griffith/Harriet Doward.Also need marriage date of Charles and Harriet. Virginia Heaton Davenport, Iowa USA |
| My grandmother was Mary Ann Rudge born 1873 Bailey Pound, Lea Bailey, daughter of Charles and Eliza Rudge. I am trying to trace ancestors and descendants. Pete Redwood Scarborough, North Yorks UK |
| I am searching for descendants of Thomas Hopkins b.2nd April 1826 at Westbury on Severn, and Mary Ann White b.1st Feb 1824 also at Westbury. Their children were: Edwin James Hopkins b.13th April 1867 at Etloe Nr Blakeney, Glos. Married Kate James on 9th July 1891 at All Saints Church Blakeney, and died in 1914. Edwing was my maternal Grandfather. He worked on the Severn Trow The Black Dwarf Frederick Hopkins, christened 20th May 1849 at Awre. Caroline Hopkins, christened 13th July 1851 at Blakeney. Thomas Hopkins, b. 1854, at Gatcombe, Blakeney. John White Hopkins, christened 12th June 1859 at Blakeney. Ellen Hopkins, b. 7th June 1861 at Etloe, Blakeney. Mary Jane Hopkins, b. 1864, at Etloe, Blakeney. William Hopkins, b. 1846 / 1847. Are there any descendants of the above family in the Gloucestershire area or further away? If so I'd love to hear from you. Ian Thomas Yorkley, Gloucestershire England |
| I am looking for the parents of John Newland Sr, father of the John Newland Jr who married Mary Gray. John Sr lived in barbados but his parents were from England and had cousins in Chelsea. Both Johns had a shipping Co or worked for a trade co. and worked a triangular route of England, Barbados and American Colonies NJ, Pa. The time period is pre 1700, would appreciate any help. Charles Newland barbados, England |
| I am in search of the family of John Newland m Mary Gray so I am here for your help - i hope Charles Newland Norfolk, Virginia USA |
| Searching for any info about Thomas Benjamin JAMES and wife Mary Ann LEWIS at Yorkley around 1870. Also their children, James, Gertrude, John, Tom, Elizabeth SMITH, Margaret KEAR. Also any info on the Reverend James HAWKINS and family born Viney Hill. Kay Slee Barry, S.Glam UK |
| My husband and I recently visited Lydney and we discovered that his great grandfather was christened in St. Marys Church there, we also found out that he is a fifth generation mason and we are doing further research as We have never really known until now were the Gaites name originated from. We came across a lot of family records and came back very exited. We are keen to obtain any more information. Regards Ann and Ray Gaites Ann Gaites Tamworth, NSW Australia |
| Anyone, any info on Maynard Porter b.circa 1851 miner F of D d. 1930 married Sarah Ann Hawker b. F of D 1860 I believe they lived on a barge for a while, then moved to Pump Hill, St. Breviels Children Arnold, Mansfield, Fielding, James, Clara, Susan, Rosina, Pricilla, Alice, Thurza, Charlotte. All except 2 children christened at Abenhall church Maynard and Sarah were my g.g.grandparents Liz Liebeskind Liz Liebeskind Hertfordshire UK |
| My maiden name is Watkins. My ancestors come from England, Wales, Ireland and France. Perhaps you should contact my aunt, Mrs Pauline Watkins who resides in Bedford Park, South Australia. She has been researching our family for many years. Please contact me for her address. Regards, Denise. Denise Lila Hallett Perth, Western Australia AUSTRALIA |
| Tracing family history - so far Im back at Tibberton/Taynton with John Stephens (born 1796 - 1863) married Hannah (born 1801) Children - Thomas (1844-1933, Joseph (1836), Harriet (1826), Charles (1822), Ann Emma (1823), John (1837) and William (1821) Can any one provide further clues Robert Stephens Watford, Hertfordshire England |
| Our Mother's maternal ancestors were all Foresters who emigrated to the US in 1881/2. Main surnames are: BRAIN, SAYSELL, GRINDLE, ROBERTS and BEDDIS. My sister and I have visited Little Dean and surrounding areas of the forest several times. Beautiful country! We have done much research but are still searching for birth record of John Saysell born in or near Elton/Westbury-on-Severn ~1775 married to Mary Kibble in 1807. We are also searching for the correct parents of William Brain b. ~1773 who married Beata Beddis Jan 1807. Barbara LeGette USA |
| Hi I'm looking for anyone related to the Meeks family in the Forest of Dean. My great great grandmother was Eva Meeks who married Ambrose Hudd. This looks like a great site! Melanie Melanie Brady Perth, WA Australia |
| HOAR, WOAR, WOOR and COLE John WOAR married Mary ? 1 Elizabeth WOOR died 1771 in Herefordshire, England buried 29 Nov 1771 in Goodrich, Herefordshire 2 Sarah WOOR born about 1775 christened 5 Dec 1775 in Goodrich, Herefordshire 3 Anne WOOR born about 1779 christened 5 Feb 1779 in Goodrich, Herefordshire 4 Martha HOAR born 1782 in Goodrich, Herefordshire christened 15 Dec 1782 in Goodrich, Herefordshire died 1870 in Ruardean, Gloucestershire, England buried 12 Jul 1870 in Ruardean, Gloucestershire married 1 Aug 1802 in Welsh Bicknor, Monmouthshire William COLE born about 1776 died 1848 in Ruardean, Gloucestershire buried 3 Oct 1848 in Ruardean, Gloucestershire son of John COLE and Ann ? David Watkins Darlington, western Australia |
| Am looking for Birth Mother Rebbeca Ann Horr married to Nelson K Horr in Maine.She may be in Arizona. Also their children. Have found Douglas Evans Horr,born 1972. I know there is at least one more child. All information will be kept confidental. Please tell Becky there are no hard feelings only questions and she has 3 grandchildren. Michelle L Horr North Dakota USA |
| Just needed to come home for a few minutes Born Lydney Hospital 04 March 1947. Lived in Brains Green, Blakeney then Yorkle Slade, Yorkley. Good web site. Clive. Clive R. Hale Merley, Dorset UK |
| just checking out this site brian truva kent, wa usa |
| Does anyone have any information on the Voice / Voyce family? Names I want to find out information of are; Jesse Voice 1848-1914 & Clara Voice 18??-1926, Minnie Welllington-sister? or close family member of Frederick Voice, married to William George Wellington circa 1900s. Lived at Bell house in Bryony Magor Newport, Monmouthshire. Very much interested also in the Poulton family - Alice Maud Mary Poulton (aka Nancy) born 4 February 1883 at 27 Bessborough Gardens, Westminster, London. Born to Hannah (formerly Caley) and Alfred Frederick Poulton. Second wife of Frederick Voice - married in New Zealand 1915. Mother of Alfred Frederick Voice born 1/12/1906 London vicinity (father Frederick Voice - illegitimate birth), baptised St Agnes Church, Kennington Park, London 12 February, 1911. Can anyone provide any update in regards to the Poulton family. Present time - related to the above, or in general about the names previously mentioned. Albert William Voice 1846-1908 (born in East Dean Gloucestershire) and Donna Lucretia Voice (of Chile) (formerly named Garduier?) 1850?-October 1875 (in Colonel, Chile). Died unexpectedly - in unknown circumstances. Any one able to tell us more of this!? We are very interested in any information about her family background. Children - William Albert 1872 and Frederick 1874, both born in Chile. Please be in touch if anyone can offer any kind of information. Melanie Waldron Auckland, New Zealand |
| LOoking for any information on the DEAN family origin, family line, coat of arms etc. Thanks, J. A. Dean joseph andrew dean ellisville, jones co. MS usa |
| My maternal Grandfather was from The Forest - good to read about it. JBSeys Reading, Berks England |
| trying to trace ancestors from lydney area john gough born 1854 married martha smith born 1859 martha's father was a policeman in lydney maureen harris bristol, england |
| My father the Reverend Arthur Joseph Dent was born in Cinderford in 1905. I have traced his family back in the Forest of Dean two generations and a third generation, Joseph Dent was born in Gloucestershire c.1802. Any connections offered, please? CHRISTOPHER DENT BEDFORD, UK |
| Can I introduce you to my website www.gloucestershirepubs.co.uk which is a detailed study of the old public houses and breweries in the county. Eventually I aim to locate all the beerhouses that traded in Gloucestershire from c.1850.The names of landlords are given which should be of interest to genealogists. The website is in its early stages and the list of pubs in the Forest suffers from the large parishes of West and East Dean where the names of several pubs are duplicated and no locations are given. Your help would be appreciated. For example, I know that the Dog and Muffler in Joyford was once the Britannia Inn but there are more than one reference to the Britannia... the other being in Coalway. Which was which? Any help would be appreciated. Geoff Sandles Geoff Sandles Gloucester, U.K. |
| Hello, I'm looking for any information on the family of Margaret PHILLIPS who was born about 1705 and married Richard MORSE at Awre with Blakeney in 1728. Thanks Michael Michael Blackwell McLean, Virginia USA |
| Hi, I'm looking for: Any information on the MORSE family that owned coal deposits in the Forest of Dean and lived in Newland, Lydney and Blakeney in the 18th century. (Richard Morse about 1695-1777, Richard Morse about 1739-1805. I'd be grateful for more information and happy to share what I have. Michael Michael Blackwell McLean, Virginia USA |
| looking for anyone with gillett family tree links particularly moreton in marsh area other moreton in marsh name interests include jacques perkins hooper howe(s) driver etc etc. EDWARD TAYLOR shepperton, middx u.k. |
| looking for benjamin ifill and his son samuelifill who was a priest of the church of england in barbados w.i.1830to1835 wilmer m Ifill sarasota, florida U.S.A. |
| COOL PAGE!!! IT'S FUN!! Lee Lee Texas, Austin Tuesday, March 28, 2000 at 06:08:18 |
| I am looking for The Dean Family from Birmingham England or that lived in Birmingham around 1930s-1945. Cindy Dean Bickford New Preston, Connecticut US |
| My grandparents Lawrence Giles Lewis (b. 1898 Bream) and Marjorie Barber (b. 1908 Brockweir) were from the Forest of Dean. Their children, Desmond and Ena (my mother) were from Bream. I'd love to meet anyone who may have known my family. Anthony Gick Anthony Gick Taylor, Michigan USA |
| CONDY,STONE,CAMERON, - New e.mail address for above names is changed from rcondy**mingara.net.au to rcondy**telstra.easymail.com.au Robert CONDY Canberra, ACT AUSTRALIA |
| I am researching a branch of the WATKINS family that lived at LYDBROOK in the Forest of Dean during the 19th Century. I know that a STEPHEN WATKINS [b. app 1807 in Radnorshire] married SALLY HIGHLEY ** Ruardean in 1831, and they had at least four children: John [b.1836]; Harriet [b.1838]; Stephen [b.1840] and Clara [b.1847]. John's wife was Caroline, and they also had at least four children: William [b.1861], Sarah Eleanor [b.1867], Clara [1869] and Stephen [1877]. Sarah Eleanor was my Great Grandmother. Any help or links would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Graham Warmington Westbury, Wiltshire UK |
| I'm looking for Robert PARSONS that came to the US, I believe from England. Gerry Blair Burgoon, Ohio usa |
| We have a great aunt Victoria A. Davis born (1840-50 in IN or OH)who had a brother Charles W. Davis(1844-1916)photographer. their father was welch, mother from NY. Victoria A married an unknown Dean. They probably lived in southern OH or IN or even northern KY-most likely Cincinnati. michele marcell San Jose, CA USA |
| Just saying Hi to everyone. Pauline Yates Rochdale, Lancashire England |
| I AM SEARCHING FOR THE SURNAME OF DENTON AND BROTHERTON SOMETIMES SPELT AS BRETHERTON ALL IN THE FOREST OF DEAN LITTLEDEAN,EASTDEAN,NEWHAM AND POSSIBLY ELTON.ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED AND ANY INFORMATION I HAVE CAN BE EXCHANGED F.EVANS FLO EVANS LYDDINGTON, RUTLAND LEIC |
| Great site!! My husband's ancestors lived in Maisemore and Ashleworth. Family names are ETHERIDGE, GOUGH and PARTRIDGE, Partridge being from Gloucester City as well. We have Hannah Etheridge, b. 1811, Maisemore, marrying Thomas Partridge, b. 1815, Gloucester, with children born in both towns. Hannah's parents were Benjamin Etheridge, b. 1769, Maisemore, and Hannah Gough, b. 1771, Ashleworth. Her parents (according to IGI)were Robert b. 1736 and Hannah Gough. Robert b. 1736 to Joseph and Mary Gough, and Joseph b. 1706 to William and Anne Gough. Finding the right William and Anne is difficult......places and dates don't match up! And we have no information about Thomas Partridge's parents at all, though there are numerous other Partridges in the 1851 census. Any information or clues would be most welcome.....please e-mail with any help! Margaret Stapleton Ventura, California USA |
| My gggrandmother, Caroline Fennell lost most everthing in a house fire, here in Australia. On one of three surviving pages of her diary, dated 1892 is the name and address of : Fred Fennell Claremont House Yorkley Lidney Gloustershire, England. I believe this Fred is her husband, William's son, that was left behind when he was transported to Aust from Awre in 1854. I would be very interested to hear from anyone, who may be decended from Fred. Also, does this 'Claremont House', still stand? Thanks Jan Jan Denford Parkerville, West Australia Australia |
| Hello, I am searching for a Thomas ROBERTS who, according to the 1851 census, was born in Ruardean about 1799. He married Hannah YOUNG in 1828(Ruardean church records) but I can find no record of his birth. Any information, or advice on where to look would be gratefully received. Thanks, Mike Roberts. Mike Roberts Billingham, Cleveland England |
| Hi Looking for any information on the Daniel family Our GGrandmother An Daniel raised her family in the Forest of Dean and we think her husband & father in law were miners in the forest. Their home was in Blakeney ? Awre in 1876 to 1900 Regards Julia Daniel Julia Daniel Doncaster, S.Yorkshire England |
| I am trying to track down any information on the Osley family Neil Osley Coleford, Gloucestershire England |
| My relatives have lived and are living on Harrow Hill, Drybrook. Colin Bosley London, England |
| I am writing My ancestor was a coalminer for the Society of Genealogists, so am interested in collecting information on mining in the Forest. David Tonks Lanchester, Durham England |
| I am searching for a James Smallwood who married Anne Kear and lived in Old Furnace Bottom, Blakeney. His father was Thomas, but where Thomas came from is a mystery. James is listed as a miner, and I have recently found that there was a stone mine in Blakeney, does anyone know anything about this? Pam Langhorn England |
| Previously left messages here but have now changed e-mail address. I am interested in Vaughans of Ruardean. A direct ancestor, Richard Vaughan is buried in St John's churchyard (died 1829. Interested in hearing from others following same family Paul Vaughan Wingrave, Bucks UK |
| I am hoping to find information about my g.g.g.grandparents, William MAYO and Sarah SCUDAMORE who were married in Mitcheldean, Glos. on 15th August, 1788. William died approx. 1801 but nothing is known of his birth or family. He was a Yeoman farmer. I have quite a bit of information about Sarah but do not know when or where she died. Two of their sons were transported to Australia in 1819/1820. Patricia SMITH Sydney, NSW Australia |
| my ancestors came to america around 1630 they were spelling their name Gage I have reason to belive some of them lived in the Forest of Dean would like to hear from anyone knowing about this Sincerly Wm Gaige William Preston Gaige The Dalles, Oregon USA |
| Searching for any Richings family, but especially John Richings Son of James RICHINGS of ?, possibly Glocs or Wilts. Born Ca 1830, marr 1853 in St. Paul's Church, Parkend, to Mary Birt, dau of James Birt and Elizabeth. Born Newland Glocs. 1836. Left for America ca 1854. Anyone else looking for BIRTS OR RICHINGS? Nancy Richings Salem, Oregon USA |
| family originates from herefordshire 1600 onwards any information would help my research many thanks charles charles Thackway london, hertfordshire england |
| I was born in Lydney Gloustershire and am trying to find information on John Shatford of Stinchcombe who married Mary Belcher in 1680. Also information on Benjamin Shatford born in 1829 in Gloustershire son of Hannah Shatford b. 1784 Word has been passed down that John Shatford was connectd to William Tyndale the bible translator. also info on Benjamin Parsons of Stinchcombe who was a grandson of John Shatford. Thanks for any help. Alan Alan Shatford Dobbs Chilliwack, B.C. Canada |
| Hello fellow visitors I am researching my HYATT family from various parts of Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire and the world. Any information of HYATTs from 1800 onwards would be appreciated Rita. rita melbourne, victoria australia |
| Researching the following names in vicinity of Glouchester, England: COWLEY, HILL, HOLDER, JOBBINS jobbins**gateway.net MIKE JOBBINS; 7256 Hillshire Dr; Memphis, TN. 38133-6123 usa MICHAEL L JOBBINS MEMPHIS, TN USA |
| Interested in CORDWELL, WEBB and COOK in the Forest up to about 1840. John Cordwell Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire UK |
| Updating my email address. I'm looking for contacts for Hurle,Gleadow and Hartley Ray Hurle Townsville, Queensland Australia |
| Hello I am researching the family called Draisey/Draysey. In the 1881 census they were living in Little Dean and Fllaxley. The family were all coal miners. I need to find them in the 1871 census can anyone help please Many thanks Nick Nick Mayne Paignton, Devon Saturday, February 19, 2000 at 17:28:09 |
| Hi, I am searching for MASON,Chivers,Baldwin and Robins in Ruardean and the surrounding areas. I do have ancestors buried in the churchyard but unfortunately the stones are worn away in many cases, does anyone know if transcribing of the graves has been done and if so where i could find them. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Jan Dench Epsom, Surrey England |
| Greetings. Looking for ancestors of Joseph PREEST. Born 1830, Bream married to; Elizabeth Heath Born 1827, Wesr Dean Edgar PREEST Auckland, New Zealand |
| I have never signed on to someplace before. I am looking for Deimerly, Hahn, & O'Neil relations so I decided to start here. Janice Arlene Deimerly Eamer Des Moines, Iowa Polk USA |
| Searching for POLAND, POLING, POLEN, etc., surname informationfor the 1600's or earlier. Chuck Poland Bellflower, Illinois US |
| VERY NICE WEB PAGE. NEAT AND CONCISE. EASY TO NAVIGATE. WISH THERE WERE ONE LIKE IT DEDICATED TO THORNBURY. ELIZABETH CARDINAL NAPLES, FL USA |
| Researching Harry Hopkins DOB May30 1882 Bristol Som. John Nicholls ChristChurch, Bath Som. 1851 Census marge hopkins pinconning, MI USA |
| Hi I'm looking for relations of my Grandmother who was born in Lydney. Her name was Bertha Jane Groves and she had two sisters Emily and Elizabeth. She also had three brothers William, Richard and Thomas. Her father was John Groves who was a Railway Guard and her mother was Jane Groves (nee Owens). In 1881 they lived at The Lock, Lydney. Any information would be appreciated. Angela Angela Skipper Caerphilly, M.Glam Wales |
| Looking for the Lydiard family from Blakeney we are missing some of our clan GILL Gloucester, Friday, February 18, 2000 at 03:47:06 |
| RE: search for May Larner. I wrote the wrong e-mail address. Christine Christopher northfield, ohio united states |
| I am interested in family name of Larner. My great grandmother was May Larner was born in Forest of Dean in the late 1800's Christine Christopher northfield, oh united states |
| I'm currently researching the surname Cutter and trying to prove the link between the Cutters of Bristol and those resident in and around the Forest e.g. English Bicknor Mike Cutter Bristol, Glos UK |
| I am interested in researhing the family tree of Thomas Benjamin JAMES husband of Mary Ann LEWIS who were living in Yorkley in around 1870. Also their 8 ? children including James, Gertrude, John, Tom, Elizabeth SMITH, Margaret KEAR. Kay Slee Vale of Glamorgan Wales |
| I am looking for siblings of my Great Grandparents Henry Williams born Dursley March 31 1820 - father Williams Williams and mother Sophia? He married Charlotte Porter, born abt 1822 Whitchurch Herefordshire and she died on ship Brothers Pride Decemeber 4 1863 on journey to New Zealand. 1851 census has them living at West Dean. Any help would be appreciated. Gae Nelson, New Zealand |
| I just wanted to say that this is a great place to find information on ancestry and the Forest of Dean is a wonderful place to grow up in. I emigrated to Canada in 1974 and still get homesick for the forest. At least I felt a little bit of home today. Feel free to email me if you'd like to chat ! Sincerely, Alison Popejoy Ontario, Canada Alison Popejoy Burlington, Ont Canada |
| I am interested in finding out more about the Hales of Kent, UK. I am going there in the spring and would like to know what church they might have records in and what part of Kent they lived. Rev. John Hale of MA was my ancestor. Can anyone help me? Virginia Swenson Virginia Swenson Topeka, KS USA |
| I am looking for information on Tippins from the village of Scowles in the Parish of Newland's. Also is there a record of people turning 100 year old I am looking for a Anne Tippins who died at 103 but she remarried in her 60's or 70's she would of turned 100 in 1927 we think she moved to whitecliff? Any information would be greatfully apprecated. Also I will be over in England in September where is a good clean cheap place to stay around Newland's I am on a budget. Regards and Thankyou for this message board space Diane Diane Hansford Manukau City, New Zealand |
| A very informative site !! Philip J Leonard Ruardean, Glos England |
| My Chivers come from The R.F.O.Dean. Annie Chivers married Len Watkins. Enjoyed my visit to the site and will call again. Thanks, Greta Jones. Greta Jones Rotherham, S.Yorks. U.K. |
| My Chivers come from The R.F.O.Dean. Annie Chivers married Len Watkins. Enjoyed my visit to the site and will call again. Thanks, Greta Jones. Greta Jones Rotherham, S.Yorks. U.K. |
| Looking for relatives(ancestors) of Sidney Williams came to Hay[-on-Wye]in Breconshire from Newent around the 1860's.. Gives father as John Williams a farmer. Sidney had learned hairdressing somewhere.A mystery man indeed. RODERICK WILLIAMS Talgarth Brecon, Powys Wales |
| William Brown b1824 at West Dean, Coleford, Gloucestershire married Arabella Martin b 1827 also at West Dean, Coleford, Gloucestershire. They had 7 children: James, Emma, Amos, Milka, Annis, Benjamin and Jane. I have information on Benjamin as he is my great grandfather but I have no information on his brothers and sisters and hope that someone can help me in my search. Any information on the family in general would be welcome. Christopher Bean Southam, Warwickshire UK |
| I am looking for an information on the Perry family......My grandmother was Kate Perry and we have NO other information on her family in the Forest of Dean.....Any help would be gladly appreciated...... Kathy MacLearn Oakridge, OR U.S.A. |
| I am a decendant to the Mountjoy clan, my grandad being William Mountjoy of the Forest of Dean. My Mother Grace Mountjoy whom was raised in the United States. My grandad migrated to the U.S. before she was born.....My grandma was Kate Perry of the Forest of Dean. And information from this part of the country that I could give, please contact me. Kathy MacLearn Oakridge, OR U.S.A. |
| Researching BAXTER Warwick Baxter Bundaberg, QLD Australia |
| My family originally came from herefordshire ,richard thackway in the 1600,s had the freedom of the city. i am trying to trace any of my relatives prehaps you can help,hope to here from you soon happy hunting. Charles Thackway london, Hertfordshire England |
| My Mother was Helen May Liddington, born 1898 in Lydney,she was the 2nd daughter of John Liddington born 1856,Lydney. He was one of five children born to Isaac & Ann Liddington. I would like to find descendents of any of the other children.All mail answered and postage refunded. Kathleen Wye Liverpool, NSW. Australia |
| This is my first time to visit this sight. My family is James M.b. 1818 Ala. & Catherine Watkins b. 1828 S. Caroline from Samantha,Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Three Children, Mary V., Martha Ann L. & James Walter. Their son, James Walter b. 2-Sept-1848, Samantha, Tuscaloosa, Ala. d. raised his family there. They had 4 children, William Estell b. 14-Aug-1870, John Deurelle b. 19-Aug-1873, Annie Mavan b. 21-Feb-1879 & Sallie Louella b. 1-July-1882. All born in Samantha, Ala. My grandfather, John Deurelle Watkins went to Indian Territory Oklahoma, possible as a teacher is how he got in. There he met my grandmother Viola Irving and they were married in 8-Feb-1899 In Braggs, Muskogee-Oklahoma Indian Territory. They raised 7 children in Braggs, where John & Viola died. Have traced their children, but I need to know where the Watkins came from. Thank you, Carole Watkins Ashbrook Carole Watkins Ashbrook Mounds, Oklahoma usa |
| This is my first time to visit this sight. So I am just feeling my way around. Will have to learn how to do this. My family is James M. & Catherine Watkins from Samantha,Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Their son raised his family there & his children were born there. Carole Carole Watkins Ashbrook Mounds, Oklahoma usa |
| Am very interested in finding out about Coal Mining in the Forest of Dean. My ancestors Richard GREEN and his father in law, William PHILLIPS were Coal Miners. Richard GREEN married Elizabeth PHILLIPS in Newnham in 1867 and soon after had their first child, Albert P GREEN (my GG Grandfather). Apparently Elizabeth PHILLIPS was born at Old Croft(?), as was her father William, whilst her mother Ann was born in Yorkley. Does anyone have any suggestions as to mining history or records or the like?? Timna Nelson (nee GREEN) Australia, Qld Australia |
| I'm looking for any information on Ralph Ernley HANKINS(sometimes mistranscribed as HAWKINS)who lived in Newent around 1860s or any of that family. I'm also searching for more information on Elizabeth TAYNTON (nee WARGENT) who was living in the same house in Newent at the time of the 1881 Census. Trevor James Dublin, Ireland |
| This is really wierd because I clicked on the Watkins because of my paternal grandmother Nancy Elizabeth Watkins Thompson who goes way back into American history and came up with the Forest of Dean, which is the home of my mother's family the Shadrack Hughes family, who were free miners and were from the Forest of Dean Glouchester. In fact, my cousin Mick Miles and his brother, have purchased the family house that my maternal grandfather, Leslie Hughes grew up in in Glouchester. They, as free miners, had their own mine at that estate. Anyway, I could really get into this. Please respond. Carol Thompson Ryan Carol Thompson Ryan Salinas, CA USA |
| Hello, My name is Severn and I have always been curious of my heritage. I have seen there is a river named Severn. Who was it named for? Any information would be appreciated. Thank you. Severn Malcolm Ray III Severn Malcolm Ray III Thonotosassa, Fl USA |
| I believe my grandfather, Frank Step HOCKADAY, of Highbury House, Lydney, was the proprietor of a coal mine called Parkend Deep Navigation. Would like more info, please! Colin Wilton-Davies St Helier, Jersey Channel Islands |
| I am looking for James Charles Moylan or his family from Liverpool. His mother's maiden name was Anna Hastings and father Charles. James was born January 27, 1917,18 or 19. He was a Merchant Seamen and went to America in 1945 or 46. One of his brothers was named Frank June Argila NY USA |
| If Kenneth ELLIS (or anyone that knows him) sees this message would he please get in touch as I think we have a link: Interested in researching family history fathers name Edward.Born approx 1898 Kenneth Ellis Original message posted Ingatestone Essex Wednesday September 06 2000 Angela Gibson Sydney Australia Tuesday May 11 2004 |
| Porter/Hawker Further to my message April 2000 - I have found out the following info: Arrabella Porter b. 1827 Eastdean Mother of: Maynard Porter b. 1861 Eastdean - Coalminer John Porter b. 1865 Eastdean - Coalminer Pricilla Porter b. 1869 Eastdean Lived at Westbury on Severn - Plump Hill Maynard married Ann Hawker b. 1860 Gloucester (I know that she was born on a barge - I have a photo of her as an old lady) Children: Fielding Thurza (g.grandmother) Clara Precilla Mansfield Arnold Rosina Gwynne. The whole family moved to Chilvers Coton by 1901. John Porter married - he and his family stayed in East Dean Plump Hill. Any info on a) Pricilla Porter b.1869 Did she marry? b) Ann Hawker b.1860 Parents siblings? Liz Liebeskind Liz Liebeskind Hertfordshire U.K. Tuesday April 29 2003 |