We have been examining the census records for the Three Horseshoes through the years 1841 through to 1911 using Ancestry.co.uk.


In 1841,

• James Markwell aged 30 (c1811-), farmer
• Sarah Markwell aged 45 (c1796-)
• Emma Markwell 8 (c1833-)
• George Markwell 6 (c1835-)
• Alfred Markwell 4 (c1837-)
• Albert Markwell 2 (c1839-)

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If your are interested in researching your own ancestors, there are many free services to help such as freeBMD (the free births, deaths and marriages index – 1837–1983). Some census records are free too. For example the 1881 census is free from Findmypast.co.uk. An in depth search of the UK records requires a subscription to one of the many ancestry web sites now available. I use Ancestry.co.uk. Others use Genesreunited, Findmypast, myheritage etc. Subscription prices vary so shop carefully.

If you would like a head start, I am able to help. My charges are £25 per hour for United Kingdom research. The first 30 minute consultation is free. Additional charges apply for copies of birth, marriage and death certificates.

John McCullough
01353-649469
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