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Post by myghaelangof on Sept 16, 2011 17:36:27 GMT -5
Does anyone have experience of working with Falmouth pre 1663? Do any parish records survive in the form of BT's Still looking for proof positive (if thats ever possible in the 1600's) of who my John Shakerley was that married in St. Just in 1659  |
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Post by Cornish Terrier on Sept 16, 2011 20:13:03 GMT -5
Mike - I cannot see any reference to BTs for Falmouth at all in the FHS Library Catalog on FamilySearch. The earliest records appear to be the Devon & Cornwall Record Society Volumes commencing at 1663.  CT |
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Post by cornishglassons on Sept 18, 2011 17:58:48 GMT -5
Hi CT and Mike, Not an answer to your question as such - sorry! However when I was searching William Glasson of Falmouth and his family I discovered that what we know as Falmouth today was a very small area prior to the 19th Century. So despite living in what it now the very centre of the town, all of their parish records were held in churches at either Budock or Penryn. Also do remember the National Maritime Museum - as their records are often broader than just seafaring activities. Just a couple of thoughts. Good luck. Carole |
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Post by Cornish Terrier on Sept 18, 2011 18:41:54 GMT -5
Hi Carole - yes, you are quite correct!  From GENUKI:- That then explains why all records begin around 1663 and therefore the information that Mike is after might possibly be found in the records of Budock or St Gluvias (Penryn). CT |
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Post by cornishglassons on Sept 19, 2011 16:25:59 GMT -5
That then explains why all records begin around 1663 and therefore the information that Mike is after might possibly be found in the records of Budock or St Gluvias (Penryn). CT Mike, Penryn Independent Chapel also have quite good records available, though I am not sure how far back in time they go. Best wishes, Carole |
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Post by Cornish Terrier on Sept 19, 2011 18:59:11 GMT -5
Penryn Independent was a Non-conformist Chapel and as far as I know records commence in 1806.
They are part of the RG4 Series of Non-conformist records.
CT
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Post by myghaelangof on Sept 24, 2011 8:57:54 GMT -5
Thank you Carole and Ian for your investigations. Makes perfect sense now, no records as no parish duh!  I'll start hunting. Thanks again, Mike. Planning my next trip to Penwith for St Just feast  |
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Post by Cornish Terrier on Sept 24, 2011 13:34:23 GMT -5
Well, there probably are records but just not where you were trying to look!  Best you prepare yourself to sample a pint for me while you are down St Just! ;D CT |
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