| Surname | Given Name | Trade | History |
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| | ABBOT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1822: Thomas Abbot, blacksmith. Born about 1822, St Germans, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at Half Moon Cottages, ,Kenton, St Thomas, Devonshire; with wife Mary Ann 37yrs (born Mamhead, Devon). Children listed: Margaret 11yrs; Caroline 9yrs; Edward 7yrs; Samuel 4yrs; Henry 1yr. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | ABBOTT | Matthew | Blacksmith | 1836: Matthew Abbott, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Poole, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists Matthew as 15yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith John Goodwood (born 1794) in East Prawles, Kingsbridge, Devon. In 1861 Matthew is 25yrs, living in Pentamar Terrace, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Eliza 25yrs (born Kingsbridge). Listed in Blacksmiths of Dorset and Devon. |
| | ABBOTT | Philip (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1835: Philip Abbott (Jnr),blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, living at Lee Mill, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Parents: Philip & Priscilla (blacksmiths) & siblings. |
| | ABBOTT | Philip (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1802: Philip Abbott (Snr), Blacksmith & Victualler. Born about 1802 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 49yrs, living at Lee Mill, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Priscilla 46yrs (born Plym St Mary, Devon). Children listed: Mary Ann 21yrs, William 18yrs(blacksmith), Philip 16yrs (blacksmith), Mariam 12yrs, Ellen 4yrs. |
| | ABBOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Abbott, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1791 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 60yrs, living in East Street, Ashburton, Devon with wife Susan 62yrs (born Ashburton, Devon). Daughter: Elizabeth 18yrs. |
| | ABBOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Abbott, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, living at Lee Mill, Plympton St Mary, Devon with parents Philip & Priscilla (blacksmiths) & siblings. |
| | ABERCROMBY | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Abercromby, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists him as 45yrs,lodging at 44 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon. |
| | ACKLAND | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Ackland, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, living at Guineaford, Devon with blacksmith John & Mary Geen & family. |
| | ACKLAND | Peter.H. | Blacksmith | 1824: Peter. H. Ackland, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 27yrs, Gammaton Cottage,Bideford, Devon with wife Mary Ann 25yrs (born Alverdiscott, devon). Son: John H. Ackland 2yrs. Also listed is apprentice blacksmith: Thomas Harris 17yrs. |
| | ACLAND | James | Blacksmith | 1800: James Acland, blacksmith. Born1800-1801 in Barnstaple,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 50yrs living at Queen Square, Broadcliff, Devon with wife Sarah 46yr (born Broadclist, devon). |
| | ADAMS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1813: Henry Adams, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 38yrs, living in Cottage & Smith Shops, St Thomas, Poltimore St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary 37yrs (born Pinhoe, Devon). Children listed: Grace 12yrs and William 10yrs. |
| | ADAMS | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Adams, apprentice blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at 27 Exeter Street, Plymouth. Apprenticed to master blacksmith Benjamin Hayman. |
| | ADAMS | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Adams, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Fremington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, married (wife not listed), at Heckadown,Barnstaple. Working for parents-in-law Samuel (blacksmith)77yrs old & Sarah 66yrs. |
| | ADAMS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1828: Samuel Adams, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1828 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, at Middle Street, Totnes,Brixham, Devon with wife Elizabeth 25yrs (born Brixham, Devon). Daughters: Elizabeth 17months infant & Emma 3 months infant. |
| | ADAMS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1813: Thomas Adams, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1813 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 39yrs, at Kings Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Susan 35yrs (born Brixham, Devon). Children listed: Thomas 12yrs; Mary.J. 6yrs; Susan 3yr; Ann 1yr infant. |
| | ADAMS | William | Blacksmith | 1805: William Adams, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Breage, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 46yrs,at Rew Sea Cottage, Ashburton Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Elizabeth 46yrs (born Genmo, Cornwall). Children listed: William 20yrs,Elizabeth 14yrs,Thomas 12yrs, Mary 9yrs,William? 6yrs. |
| | ADAMS | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Adams, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 60yrs, a widower, living at 27 Bilbury Street, Plymouth, Devon. Lodges with Samuel & Catharine Petharbridge (Tailors). |
| | ADDEMS | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Addems, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Bridford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, living at But Park, Bridford, St Thomas, Devonshire, with wife Sarah 37yr (born Hennock, devon). |
| | AGER | Richard | Blacksmith,Publican | 1804: Richard Ager, blacksmith and publican. Born about 1804 in Ipplepen, Devon, England. The 1851 census lists him as 47yrs,living at Village, Newton Abbot, Ipplepen ,Devon; with daughter: Ellen.S. 17yrs (born Ipplepen). |
| | AGER | William | Blacksmith | 1790: William Ager, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Ipplepen, Devov. The 1851 UK census lists him as 61yrs, at Clampit, Newton Abbot,Ipplepen, Devon, with wife: Elizabeth 51yrs born Ipplepen-DEV. Children listed: John 22yrs (seaman); Nicholas 11yrs; Ann 3yrs. |
| | ALFORD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1835: Robert Alford, blacksmith.Born about 1835 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Coombow Bridge, Okhampton, Devon, with parents William & Elizabeth Alford (blacksmiths). |
| | ALFORD | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1821: William Alford (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1821 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at Coombow Bridge, Okhampton, Devon with parents: William & Elizabeth Alford (blacksmiths). |
| | ALFORD | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1795: William Alford (Snr, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Sourton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 56yrs, at Coombow Bridge, Okhampton, Devon, with wife Elizabeth 57yrs(born Bridestow, Devon). Children listed: William 30yrs (blacksmith); Robert 16yrs (blacksmith;, Edward 26yrs (carpenter ); Harriett 13yrs. Blacksmiths servant: John Fewins 61yrs. |
| | ALLAN | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Allan, blacksmith. Born about 1834, in Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, a lodger at 44 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon. |
| | ALLEN | Charles | Blacksmith | 1821: Charles Allen, blacksmith. Born about 1821 in Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, unmarried, lodging at 44 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon . |
| | ALLEN | Philip | Blacksmith | 1833: Philip Allen, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Anthony, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at 21 Barrack Street, East Stonehouse, Devon; with parents John 45yrs (gentleman's servant) & Susan 42yrs . Siblings: John 16yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; Richard 11yrs; Ann 8yrs; Susan 4yrs; Selina 1mth infant. |
| | ALLEN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1819: Samuel Allen, a mine blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, at Heathfield Cottage, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Charity 30yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Thomas Sambels Allen 8yrs; Abraham Sambels Allen 6yrs; Charity Ann 4yrs; Elizabeth Ann 2yrs; John Samuel Sambels Allen 5mths infant. House servant: Mary Ann Williams 13yrs. |
| | ALLEN | Samuel | Blacksmith,Farmer | 1787: Samuel Allen, a mine blacksmith and farmer of 33 acres; employs 1 man. Born about 1787 in Nympton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 64yrs, at Heathfield Cottage, Tavistoc, Devon with wife Ann 73yrs (born Winkleigh-Devon). |
| | ALLIN | George James | Blacksmith | 1834: George James Allin, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Torrington, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, at Bodmin Street, Holsworthy,Devon with wife Eliza 24yrs (born Ashwater, Devon) and daughter Mary 3yrs. |
| | ALLIN | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Allin, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1834 in Sitscombe , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, lodging at Jagoes Tenement, Holsworthy, Devon, with John Veal 24yrs (Blacksmith) & Mary Veale 23yrs and their daughter Mary 7mths infant. |
| | ALLIN | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1826: Joseph Allin, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Berrynarbor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Berrydown Cross Inn, Barnstaple, Devon; visiting Thomas & Betsy Latham (Retailers of Beer)& their family. |
| | ALLIN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1816: Samuel Allin, blacksmith. Born about 1816, in Sutcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 35yrs, at Anvil Corner, Holsworthy, Devon; with wife Maria 30yrs (born North Petherwin, Devon). Children: Nathaniel 3yrs; Anna Maria 1yr. House Servant: Elizabeth Rice 14yrs. |
| | ALLIN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1815: Thomas Allin, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Salcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 36yrs,living at Chilsworthy, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Elizabeth 35yrs (born Holsworth). Children: Susan 13yrs; William 11yrs; Thomas 9yr; Elizabeth 6yrs; Samuel 4yrs; Alice 2yrs. Mother-in-law: Betsy Jordan 75yrs,widow, pauper. Apprentice Blacksmith: James Wonnacott 14yrs. |
| | ALLIN | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Allin, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in West Putford , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, unmarried, living at Thornhillhead Cottage, Buckland Brewer, Devon; lodging with Robert (a carpenter) & Catern Sanders & family. |
| | AMM | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Amm, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Bigbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UKc ensus lists him as 21yrs, living at Saint Ann's Chapel, Bigbury, Kingsbridge, Devon with parents James & Elizabeth, Innkeepers & his brother George Lake Amm 15yrs (a tailor). Visitor: Susan Sherriff 30yrs. |
| | ANDREWS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Andrews, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 14yrs, apprentice with John Willing 40yrs (born 1810 blacksmith master) and Elizabeth Willing 30yrs, in the Village of Elburton, Plymstock, St. Mary, Devon. Another apprentice mentioned is James Lavers 18yrs. |
| | ANDREWS | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Andrews, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in So Brent, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, living at West part of Brent Town, Totnes, Devon.; with his brother John Andrews 28yrs & Sarah Andrews 25yrs (sister-in-law). |
| | ANNISS | George Frederick | Blacksmith | 1884: George Frederick Anniss, blacksmith. Born1884 in East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1911 UK census lists him as 27 yrs living at Post Office & Shop , East Budleigh with wife Florence 34 yrs Sub-Postmistress (Born Bucksmills, Parkham, Devon)Children listed Irene 4yrs, John 2 yrs & Edwin 1 yr. Contact Stanley by |
| | ANNISS | Reginal.C. | Blacksmith | 1874: Reginald. C. Anniss, blacksmith, farrier, shoeing smith. Born 1874 and died 1934 in East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1891 UK census lists him as 16irs, a bBlacksmith's assistant living at 1 Hayes Road and Smithy. 1896 Short service attestation document he is entered as Shoeing Smith and Blacksmith. 1910 return of Commissioned Officers etc. is Farrier Quartermaster/Sargeant in Royal Field Artillery in Pretoria, Transvaal, South Africa. Contact Stanley by |
| | ANNISS | Thomas.H. | Blacksmith | 1863: Thomas H. Anniss, blacksmith. Born 1863 in East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1891 UK census lists him as 28 yrs living at Brooklands, East Budleigh with wife Grace Selina 34 yrs (born Teignmouth). Child listed Henry W. 7mths infant. Contact Stanley by |
| | ANNISS | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1839: William Anniss (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1839 in East Budleigh, Devon, England. Son of blacksmith William Anniss (born 1808) and Betty . The 1871 UK census lists him as 32 yrs living in East Budleigh with wife Mary Grace 30 yrs (born St Davids, Exeter). Children listed William T. 10yrs, Thomas H. 8yrs, Richard G. 4yrs, Herbert J. 2yrs, Edith M 5mths infant, Contact Stanley by |
| | ANNISS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1808: William Anniss (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Farrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 43yrs, living at Town Mills, East Budleigh, St Thomas, Devon; with wife Bettey 43yrs(born Woodbury, Devon). Children listed: Jane Mary 14yrs; William Anniss 12yr (born 1839 a blacksmith); Sarah Ann 9yrs; Elizabeth Moor 7yrs; Richard Ambrose Anniss 5yrs; Frances Maria 10mths infant. Contact Stanley by |
| | APPLIN | John | Blacksmith | 1816: John Applin, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Colyton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 35yrs, living in High St. Honiton, Honiton, Devon; with wife Harriet 27yrs (born Honiton). Children: Mary Ann 3yr; William 6yr. |
| | ARNOLD | Philip | Blacksmith | 1812: Philip Arnold, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in West Putford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 39yrs, living in Wedfield Stout, Bideford, West Putford Bideford, Devon with wife Betsy 31yrs (born East Putford). Children: Mary Ann 11yrs; Sarah 9yr; Thomas 4yrs. |
| | ARNOTT | John | Blacksmith | 1833: John Arnott, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Plymouth St. Andrew, Summerlands, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs. See Gloucestershire & Scottish Blacksmiths Indexes for other ARNOT(T). Contact Gillian by |
| | ARSCOTT | Matthew | Blacksmith | 1837: Matthew Arscott, blacksmith.Born in 1837 in Bradford Devon, England. Matthew served his apprenticeship at Poughhill Devon. He then became blacksmith at Buckland Filleigh Devon where he lived at Ashburton House Filleigh Moor Gate. He died aged 92 in 1929.. He is entered on all the Census 1941 to 1911. I have a photograph taken outside the forge in 1925. Contact Madeline by |
| | ASH | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1817: Joseph Ash, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Morten-Hampstead, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, at Annery Hamlet, Devon. No other details given . |
| | ASH | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1829: Thomas Ash, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at Jessimine Lane, Devonport, Devon with his mother Ann Ash 60yrs widow and his sister Agness Savers 26yrs (seamans wife). |
| | ASH | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Ash, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Leffincott, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 38yrs, at Queen Street Cottage, Plymouth, Devon with wife Anne 36yrs (born Plymouth). Children: William. H. 12yr;, John.T. 6yrs; Mary.A. 4yrs. Visitor: Jane Mitchell 41yrs house servant. |
| | ASHFORD | Charles | Blacksmith | 1823: Charles Ashford, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at St Thomas-Woodbury, Aylesbeare St Thomas, Devon with wife Florence 27yrs (born Ottery St Mary, Devon). |
| | ASHFORD | James | Blacksmith | 1835: James Ashford, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Ottery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Tipton Village, Honiton, Devon; lodging with Thomas & Agnes Potter. |
| | ASHPLANT | John | Blacksmith | 1807: John Ashplant, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Beaford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs, living Adjoining the Turnpike Road Cottage, Cheriton Bishop, Devon; with wife Sarah 50yrs (born Crediton, Devon). |
| | ASHTON | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Ashton, blacksmith, farrier. Born 1823, Hartland Devon, England. From 1846 John was working as a blacksmith, in Bear Street Devon. Still working in 1891. Had at least two apprentices. Listed in Farriers + Blacksmiths of Devon Indexes. More info available. Contact James by |
| | ASHWEEK | Charles | Blacksmith | 1828: Charles Ashweek , blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Ashprington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, at Bowbridge, Totnes, Devon with parents Robert & Sarah Ashweek (blacksmiths). |
| | ASHWEEK | Robert | Blacksmith | 1801: Robert Ashweek , blacksmith & victualler. Born about 1801 in Ratterym Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 50yrs, at Bowbridge, Totnes, Devon with wife Sarah 47yr (born Cornworthy, Devon) and sons: Charles 23yrs(blacksmith), Robert 16yrs. Daughters: Sarah 21yrs, Elizabeth 18yrs. Lodgers: William Davis 41yrs labourer & James Shigle 20yrs apprentice blacksmith. |
| | AUSTEN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Austen, blacksmith & farrier. Born about 1834 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 47yrs, at 10 Back of Cornwall Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Sarah 31yrs (born Devonport). Children: Richard 15yrs; William 12yrs; Emma 7yrs; John 3yrs. |
| | AVENT | George | Blacksmith | 1836: George Avent, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at 73 George St. Stoke Damerel, Devon. See Shipwrights Index for parents Edmund & Mary Avent . Siblings: John Avent 23yrs (shipwrights index); Elizabeth 19yrs; Mary 10yrs; Louisa 7yrs; Selina 3yrs; Sara. A. Francis (nee Avent ) 21yrs. |
| | AVERY | Joshua | Blacksmith | 1810: Joshua Avery, blacksmith, iron monger. Born about 1810 in Bishops Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 41yrs, High Street, Clarence Place, Ilfracombe, Devon with wife Fanny 42yrs (born Fremington, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 18yrs; Mary Ann 16yrs. See census 1851 for apprentices & others listed. Also listed in the Iron Workers Index. |
| | AXFORD | George | Blacksmith | 1834: George Axford, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Brook Street, Tavistock, Devon with parents George & Hannah Axford and brother Benjamin 20yrs (a moulder). |
| | AXWORTHY | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1832: Samuel Axworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Devonport , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at 5 Mount Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. See census 1851 for parents William & Mary & their granddaughter Mary Ann William 12yrs. |
| | AXWORTHY | Wm. | Blacksmith | 1816: Wm. Axworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Devonport , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 35yrs, at 2 Princess Street, Ope, Devonport, Devon; with wife Elizth 35yrs (born Sheviock, Cornwall). Children: Saml. 4yrs & Eliza 1yr. |
| | AYRES | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Ayres, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Sourton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at Wollacott, Tavistock, Devon; an apprentice with William Ellis (blacksmith). |
| | BACK | Jas. | Blacksmith | 1795: Jas Back, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 56yrs, at Starcross District, Kenton, St Thomas, Devonshire with wife Sarah 56yrs (born Kenton,). Children: Thomas 19yrs (mason); Elizabeth 15yrs; James 12yrs; all born in Kenton. |
| | BACKON | James | Blacksmith | 1828: James Backon, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1828 in Eaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as23yrs, at Sidmouth Street, Seaton & Beer, Axminster, Devon; lodging with Richard Diment (Iron Founder & Blacksmith) & his wife Charlotte Diment. |
| | BAILEY | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Bailey, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Awliscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at Cottage In Weston Village, Awliscombe, Honiton, Devon; lodging with and apprentice to Robert Staple 33yrs (blacksmith) & his wife Elizabeth Staple 30yrs. |
| | BAKER | Elias | Blacksmith | 1821: Elias Baker, master blacksmith. Born about 1821, in Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs,living at Fades, Sidbury Honiton, Devon with wife Susan 33yrs (born Seaton, Devon) and his father John Baker widower, 73yrs. |
| | BAKER | George | Blacksmith | 1820: George Baker, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Morice Town, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, living at 69 Gloucester Street, Morice Town, Devon with wife Caroline 30yrs (born Willcove, Cornwall) and son Henry 3yrs. |
| | BAKER | George | Blacksmith | 1834: George Baker, blacksmith and servant. Born about 1834 in Sourton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Thorndom, Okehampton with parents William & Mary Baker. |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Wembury , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 65yrs, living at Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Mary Ann 62yrs (born Devonport) and sons William 38yrs(a tailor) & John 29yrs (a blacksmith). |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1812: John Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Bondleighm Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 39yrs, at Bridge Cottage, Okehampton, Devon with wife Susana 41yrs (born Exbourn, Devon). Children: William 11yrs; Eliza 9yrs; Charlotte 7yrs; George 4yrs. |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, at 5 John Street, Morice Town, Devon with wife Susanna 25yrs (born St.Mellion, Cornwall). Children: William Henry 6yrs; Caroline 4yrs; Emma 2yrs; John 6mths infant.
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| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Lymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with parents John & Mary Ann Baker (blacksmiths) and brother William 38yrs(a tailor). |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, living at East Street, Newton Abbot, Devon with parents William & Ann Baker (Blacksmiths).Brother: Joseph Baker 16yrs(sadler). |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1778: John Baker, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1778 in Shute, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 73yrs, a widower living in Fades, Sidbury Honiton, Devon with his son Elias Baker (blacksmith listed in this index), daughter-in-law Susan Baker and family. |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1813: John Baker, master blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Sidbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 38yrs, living at Church St. Sidbury Honiton, Devon with wife Amelia 34yrs (born Ottery St Mary, Devon). Children listed: Elizabeth Ann 13yrs (lace maker); Mary Jane 10yrs (lace maker); Dinah 9yrs (lace maker); John 6yrs (scholar); Edward 4yrs (scholar); Soloman 2yrs; William Henry 5mths infant. Plus John Salmon 21yrs, unmarried, blacksmith servant & lodger Jane Ellis, 77rs, widow pauper. |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Baker, master blacksmith, 1 apprentice. Born about 1826 in Oakhampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Harpers Hill, Okehampton, Devon with wife Jane 25yrs (born Northlew, Devon) and apprentice blacksmith John Smale 18yrs. |
| | BAKER | John | Blacksmith | 1801: John Baker, master blacksmith, 1 apprentice. Born about 1851 in Holbeton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 50yrs, at Pottle Grove, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Grace 50yrs (born Holbeton). Children: John 12yrs; Mary Ann 10yrs; Rebecca 10yrs; and apprentice William Taylor 20yrs. |
| | BAKER | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1837: Joseph Baker, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1837, in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 14yrs, living in Old Town Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr with parents Robert (Blacksmith) & Mary Baker. |
| | BAKER | Philip | Blacksmith | 1828: Philip Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, at Plympton St Mary, Devon with widowed mother Jane 59yrs. |
| | BAKER | Robert | Blacksmith | 1792: Robert Baker, master blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 59yrs, at Old Town Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr with wife Mary 60yrs (born Devon) and son Joseph 14yrs as apprentice smith. |
| | BAKER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1817: Thomas Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Kentisbury , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, at Barton Town, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Ann 33yrs (born Parracombe, Devon) and daughter Eliza 7yrs. |
| | BAKER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: William Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Newton Ferrers , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Bridgend Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Theresa 26yrs (born Plymouth St.Audrians, Devon) and daughter Catherine 1yrs. His sister Elizabeth Baker 17yrs and his mother Elizabeth Baker 53yrs, blacksmith's widow. |
| | BAKER | William | Blacksmith | 1812: William Baker ,blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Exbourn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 39yrs, at Thorndon, Okehampton, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Sourton, Devon). Children: Thomas 12yrs, Ann 8yrs, Mary 6yrs, William 4yrs, John 2yrs. George 5mths infant. William Bastow 17yrs, blacksmiths servant. |
| | BAKER | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Baker, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Calstock, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at 134 Navy Row, Stoke Damere, Devon with wife Elizabeth 34yrs (born Buckland, Devon). Children: Mary.A. 11yrs; Elizabeth 8yrs; William 5yrs; Martha 1y infant. |
| | BAKER | William | Blacksmith | 1794: William Baker, blacksmith master,employs 2 men. Born about 1794 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 57yrs, at East Street,Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Ann 55yrs (born Cornwall). Sons listed: John Baker 16yrs(blacksmith) & Joseph.F. Baker 16yrs (sadler). |
| | BALL | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Ball, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 33yrs, at Forda, Tavistock, Devon as married but wife not listed. Servant: Jane Maving 13yrs. |
| | BALL | William | Blacksmith | 1822: William Ball, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Hennock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at 4 Tavistock Rd, Plymouth, Devon with wife Caroline 28yrs (born Stoke Damerel, Devon). |
| | BALL | William T. | Blacksmith | 1811: William.T.Ball, blacksmith. Born about 1811 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at Sydenham Damerel Village, Sydenham, Devon; lodging with & apprentice to John & Eliz. HOOPER (blacksmiths). |
| | BALLAMY | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Ballamy, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Moreton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, unmarried, at Lustleigh, Newton Abbot, Devonshire; lodging with Joseph & Louisa Smalridge. |
| | BAMRIDGES | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1831: Samuel Bambridges, blacksmith. Born about 1831 in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at Exeter Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizth 20yrs (born Devon). |
| | BANFIELD | Charles | Blacksmith | 1821: Charles Banfield. Blacksmith. Born about 1821 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at Castle St.Axminster,Devon with wife Ann 35yrs (born Honiton, Devon). |
| | BANFIELD | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1813: Edwin Banfield, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Chedgey, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 38yrs, at New Road, St David, Exeter, Devon with wife Ann 36yrs (born Northampton). Children: Edwin 12yrs; Mary Ann 8yrs; Hubert 2yrs; Douglas 5mths infant. Unmarried niece Sarah Skinner, 23yrs, house servant. |
| | BANFIELD | William | Blacksmith | 1772: William Banfield, blacksmith, pauper. Born about 1772 in Wombrick, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 79yrs, at Battle Cottage, Axminster, Devon with daughter-on-law Mary 30yrs widow pauper, born Rawleigh-DEV. |
| | BARBER | Henry | Blacksmith | 1824: Henry Barber, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Green Street, Plymouth, Devon. Loving/lodging with Samuel Sladen and his family. |
| | BARKER | Edward E. | Blacksmith | 1819: Edward. E. Barker, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1819 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, living with his sister Elizabeth (married - listed as Barker) 25yrs, and master shoemaker John Steer 24yrs, unmarried, at 14 Buckwell Street, Plymouth, Devon. |
| | BARKER | Francis | Blacksmith | 1812: Francis Barker, blacksmith. Born about 1812, Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 39yrs, living at 8 Milne Place, Morice Town, Devon with wife Elizabeth 36yrs (born Morice Town). Children: James R. Barker 13yrs & Elizabeth Barker 11yrs. |
| | BARKER | John | Blacksmith | 1811: John Barker, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1811 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 40yrs, lodging with Hannah & Peter Brown (lodging hosue keeper) at 4 Vintry Street, Plymouth, Devon; with his wife Susan Barker 40yrs (born Dartmouth) and daughter Susan Barker 11yrs. |
| | BARNET | Henry | Blacksmith | 1834: Henry Barnet, blacksmith servant. Born about 1834 in Weston Super Mare , Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, living & working with James & Elizabeth Fragel (blacksmiths); at Marygolds Cott, St Thomas, Ashton St Thomas,;Devonshire |
| | BARRATT | Elias | Blacksmith | 1779: Elias Barrett/Barratt, blacksmith. Born about 1779 (differs each census) in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 60yrs, at Yealmpton Village with wife Catherine 50yrs (born Yealmpton). Children: Ann 25yrs (dressmaker); Richard 15yrs. In 1851 Elias (spelt Barratt)is 72yrs, at Church Hill Cottage, Plympton St Mary, Devon; Catherine 63yrs and daughter Sarah 27yrs (school mistress). Not found in 1861. There are two deaths in the UK Free BMDs for an Elias Barrett (1) Plympton St Mary, Dec 1856 Vol. 5b Page 123, and (2) Stoke Damage, March 1858 Vol. 5b Page 239. Information sent anonymously, I have no other information. |
| | BARRATT | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Barratt, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Mount Pleasant, Plympton St Mary with his parents William & Sarah Barratt.. |
| | BARRATT | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1832: Samuel Barratt, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at Mount Pleasant, Plympton St Mary with his parents William & Sarah Barratt (blacksmiths). |
| | BARRATT | William | Blacksmith | 1803: William Barratt, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1803, Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs, a prisoner at 1 - Guildhall, Plymouth. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Prisoners Index. |
| | BARRATT | William | Blacksmith | 1784: William Barratt,master blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Yealmptin Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 55yrs, living at Yealmpton with wife (1) Mary 50yrs. Children: Anne Barratt 25yrs; Thomas Barratt 15yrs; and granddaughter Emma Hellyer 5yrs. Also listed: blacksmith journeyman Elijah Edgecombe 20yrs.1851 UK census lists him as 67yrs at Mount Pleasant, Plympton St Mary, Devon; with wife (2) Sarah 54yrs (born Yealmptin) and son Samuel 19yrs (blacksmith) and granddaughter Emma Hellyer 15yrs. Plus apprentice: John Martin 16yrs. |
| | BARRET | Edward | Blacksmith | 1821: Edward Barret, blacksmith. Born about 1821 in Ottery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at Mill Street,Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with wife Caroline 30yrs (born Ottery St Mary) and sons Thomas 7yrs and Edwin 4yrs. |
| | BARRETT | John | Blacksmith | 1831: John Barrett, blacksmith. Born about1831 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at 24 Taylors Square, Tavistock, Devon with parents John & Mary Barrett; plus siblings Charles 22yrs & Mary 19yrs. |
| | BARRETT | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Barrett, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, lodging at Dolvin Road, Tavistock, Devon with Maria Martin & her family. |
| | BARTER | Edward | Blacksmith | 1830: Edward Barter, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 20yrs, living at Aslem Street, Plymouth, Devon with his mother Mary 45yrs, independent(born Devon). Siblings listed: John 20yrs; Andrew 15yrs; Thomas 15yrs; Jane 11yrs; Maria 11yrs. |
| | BARTER | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Barter, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833, Lydford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living at Mill Street,Chagford, Devon as apprentice to master wheelwright, blacksmith George Murch (born 1898). |
| | BARTER | Gregory (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1792: Gregory Barter (Jnr), blacksmith. Born and Baptised at Dean Prior 1792, Devon, England. Son of Gregory (born 1765) and Mary Barter. The 1841 UK census lists Gregory as 49yrs living in Totnes, Buckfastleigh with wife Mary 42yrs (born Buckfastleigh). Children Susan 25yrs; John 21yrs ( later a blacksmith); Agnes 15yrs; Alice 13yrs; Richard 11yrs (later a blacksmith); Mary 9yrs; Emma 7yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs; Harriett 3yrs; Edward 3mths infant. In 1851 Richard is deceased Mary widow aged 50yrs still in Buckfastleigh with her children: Jane 26yrs (unmarried; Alice 23yrs (unmarried); Richard 20yrs a blackmith (unmarried) . See freebmd.org.uk for deaths of two Gregory Barter, (1) March quarter 1 848 in Totnes Vol: 9 Page 499 and (2) September quarter 1848, Totnes Vol:9 Page 301. Contact Jenny by |
| | BARTER | Gregory (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1765: Gregory Barter (Snr), blacksmith. Born and baptised at Dean Prior 1765, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Gregory as ?70yrs, living in Dean Prior with wife Mary 50yrs (born Devon). No others listed with them. See freebmd.org.uk for death of two Gregory Barter, (1) March quarter 1 848 in Totnes Vol: 9 Page 499 and (2) September quarter 1848, Totnes Vol:9 Page 301. Contact Jenny by |
| | BARTER | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Barter, blacksmith. Born about 1820-1821,Buckfastleigh,Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 21yrs, living in Buckfastleigh with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his father Gregory (born 1792) and mother Mary plus other family members . In 1851 John is 32yrs, living at 4 Westwall Street, Plymouth with wife Bella 36yrs (born Ermington). No others listed |
| | BARTER | John | Blacksmith | 1805: John Barter, blacksmith. Born about 1805-1806, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 36yrs, living in Dean Prior, Devon. No others listed with him. Contact Jenny by |
| | BARTER | John | Blacksmith | 1803: John Barter, blacksmith, farmer. Born about 1803 in Dean Prior and baptised 14th November 1802 at Dean Prior Parish Church, Devon, England. The youngest son of Gregory Barter (Snr) and brother to Gregory Barter (Jnr). He was baptised 14th November 1802 at Dean Prior Parish Church. The 1851 UK census lists him as 48yrs, at Church Town, Dean Prior, Totnes, Devon with wife Jane nee Oldreive 40yrs (born Staverton, Devon). Contact Jenny by |
| | BARTER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1809: Richard Barter, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Slapton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 42yrs, at Leigh, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon; with wife Mary.A. 40yrs (orn Modbury) and son Richard Barter 6yrs. |
| | BARTER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1830: Richard Gregory Barter, master blacksmith. Born 1830-1831, Parish of Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. Son of Gregory (born 1792) and Mary Barter. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 11yrs, living in Totnes, Buckfastleigh with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his father Gregory (born 1792) and mother Mary plus other family members. In 1851 Richard is 20yrs, living with his mother Mary 50yrs,widow and his sisters Jane 26yrs (unmarried); Alice 23yrs (unmarried). 1861 census Buckfastleigh, Fore Street, Richard G Barter 30 (Baptised 1831 Buckfastleigh) . Wife Mary Jane 20, Childen - Mary Elizabeth 1yr, Jane Howard 3mths infant. Nephew John Barter 8, Mother Mary Barter 60 . Richard Gregory Barter (1831) son of Gregory Barter (1792) Grandson of Gregory Barter (1765) . Contact Jenny by |
| | BARTER (BARBER) | Henry | Blacksmith | 1824: Henry Barber/Barter, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Green Street, Plymouth, Devon with a message saying "omitted on page 26". |
| | BARTLETT | Edmund | Blacksmith | 1810: Edmund Bartlett, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Linkinghorn, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 41yrs, at 3 Cannon Street, Devonport, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 35yrs (born St. Cleer, Cornwall) and children Elizabeth 12yrs and Thomas 10yrs. |
| | BARTLETT | George | Blacksmith | 1817: George Bartlett, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK, Devon) and daughter Ellen 7yrs. Plus Aunt Dolly Harvey 67yrs widow. |
| | BARTLETT | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Bartlett, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs; visiting at 18 Moon Street, Plymouth-DEV. Born: Plymouth, with his father Henry Bartlett (Blacksmith) and his sister Ellen 12yrs. |
| | BARTLETT | Henry | Blacksmith | 1807: Henry Bartlett, blacksmith master, employs 1 man & 3 apprentices. Born about 1807 in Datmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs, visiting at 18 Moon Street, Plymouth, Devon with children George 18yrs (blacksmith) and Ellen 12yrs. |
| | BARTLETT | John | Blacksmith | 1801: John Bartlett, blacksmith. Born about 1801 in Otterton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 50yrs, at South Street, St. Thomas, St Thomas, Devon; with wife Sarah 35yrs (born Exmouth, Devon). Children: Sarah.A. 13yrs, Mary 11yrs, John 6yrs, Maria 2yrs. |
| | BARTLETT | Philip | Blacksmith | 1834: Philip Bartlett, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 at Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 7yrs, living at Leemill Bridge, Plympton with his parents, Phillip 30yrs and Charlotte 30yrs (his father Phillip is a victualler and shoemaker). Siblings: William 4yrs; Mary 2yrs; Charles under 1yr infant. Also listed: William Crispin 25yrs and John Shaddock 30yrs. In 1851 Philip is 17yrs, an apprentice to and lodging with blacksmith master Charles & Caroline Lethbridge in Highland Street, Plympton. |
| | BARTLETT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1825: Richard Bartlett, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Buckland Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Drake Street1, Parish of St Andrew, Plymouth, Devon with wife Ann 25yrs born Buckland Monachorum and son Joseph Short Bartlett 2yrs. |
| | BARTLETT | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Bartlett, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Otterton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 50yrs, at Back Street, St.Thomas, St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary 54yrs (born Littleham, devon). Children: Peter 14yrs & Maria 12yrs. |
| | BARTLETT | William | Blacksmith | 1784: William Bartlett, master blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Colyton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 67yrs, at Straithayne, Watchcombe, Tithing, Devon with wife Elizabeth 64yrs (born Honiton). |
| | BARTON | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1822: Benjamin Barton, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Otter St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at Fenny Bridges,Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with parents James & Ann Barton. |
| | BARTON | John | Blacksmith | 1790: John Barton, master blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Feniton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 61yrs, at Fenny Bridges,Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with wife Ann 50yrs (born Shut, Devon). Children: Benjamin 29y,Esther 9y. |
| | BASELEY | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Baseley, blacksmith. Born about 1829, Membury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, living in the Village, Axminster, Devon; with Parents John 40yrs & mother Sarah Hull 36yrs. Children listed with the HULL surname: G. Hull (male) 12yrs; R. Hull (male) 10yrs; S. Hull (female) 5yrs; J. Hull (female) 2yrs; M.A.Hull (female) 1month infant. Children listed with the BASELEY surname: George 22yrs (already mentioned; J. basely (female) 13yrs; A. Baseley (female) 10yrs; A. Baseley (male) 7yrs. |
| | BASKERVILLE | Roger | Blacksmith | 1812: Roger Baskerville, blacksmith at Ashwater. Born about 1812 in Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Roger as 25yrs living in Ashwater with wife Mary 25yrs and daughters Mary 3yrs and Harriett under 1yr infant. Roger is seen in 1851 Trade Listing for Ashwater. No other information given. |
| | BASKERVILLE | Shadrach | Blacksmith | 1829: Shadrach Baskerville, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1829 in Clawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at Venn, Holsworthy, Devon; lodging with William & Mary Bray (farmers) and their family. |
| | BASKERVILLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1797: Thomas Baskerville, master blacksmith employs 1 man. Born about 1797 in Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 54yrs, at Clawton Bridge Village, Holsworth, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 55yrs (born Ashwater) and son William 17yrs. Servant: James Stidwill 16yrs. |
| | BASLEY | James | Blacksmith | 1772: James Basley, blacksmith. Born about 1772, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 69yrs, living at Rock Hamlet, Membury Parish; with wife Phoebe 64yrs. Plus Louisa Basley 30yrs & John Basley 26yrs. |
| | BASTIN | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1816: Daniel Bastin, blacksmith. Born about 1816, Alphington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Alphington Village with his family. See Wheelwrights Index for parents Richard & Elizabeth and sister Emma. In 1851 Daniel is 35yrs, at Ide Lane, Alphington with wife Harriet 35yrs. Children: Mary Ann 2yrs; Margaret 7mths infant. See Wheelwrights Index for parents Richard and Elizabeth Bastin, plus sister Emma. |
| | BASTIN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1816: Henry Bastin, blacksmith, wheelwright. Born about 1816, Alphingtom, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Alphington Village with wife Harriet 25yrs (born Devon). Children: Henry 6yrs; Francis 4yrs; Harriet 2yrs. In 1851 Henry is 36yrs, at same address; Harriet 35yrs. Children: Henry 16yrs; Harriet 14yrs; Richard 9yrs; Elizabeth 6yrs; Joseph 4yrs; John 2yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and the Wheelwrights Index.4yrs; Harriet 2yrs. |
| | BASTOW | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Bastow, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1834 in Sourton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Thorndom, Okehampton, Devon; lodging with William & Mary Baker (blacksmiths). |
| | BATE | Edward | Blacksmith | 1835: Edward Bate, blacksmith.Born about 1835, Linkehorn, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 16yrs apprenticed to master wheelwright Mathew Hawkins (listed in this index) at Felldownlead, Tavistock, Devon. In 1861 Edward is 26yrs, now an ag. labourer, living in Cardinham, Cornwall with wife Susan 22yrs (born Lostwithiel, Cornwall) and daughter Mary.B. 1yr infant. |
| | BATOLONE | James | Blacksmith,Parish Clerk | 1782: James Batalone, blacksmith & parish clerk. Born about 1782 in Southleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 69yrs, at Smiths Cottage, Honiton,Devon with wife Mary 62yrs (born Pilson, Dorsetshire). Children listed: Mary 6yrs and Joseph 26yrs (blacksmith). |
| | BATOLONE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1825: Joseph Batalone, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Southleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Smiths Cottage, Honiton,Devon; with parents James & Mary Batalone (blacksmith & parish clerk). Sister: Mary 6yrs. |
| | BATSTONE | James | Blacksmith | 1809: James Batstone, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Southleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 30yrs; at Beacon with wife Hannah 30yrs. Children: Ann 10yrs; John 7yrs; Mary Batstone 20yrs (servant); The 1851 UK census lists James as 42yrs, at Knap, Honiton, Luppott, Honiton, Devon; with wife Hannah 42yrs (born Southleigh) Had 7 children including John 16yrs (blacksmith). See census 1851. |
| | BATSTONE | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Batstone blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Luppitt, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Knap,Honiton, Devon with parents James/Hannah (blacksmiths) plus his 6 siblings. |
| | BATSTONE | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Batstone, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Uffculme, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, apprentice with Henry & Ann Newbery( blacksmiths) at St.Thomas-Woodbury, Aylesbeare St Thomas-. Devon. |
| | BATTEN | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Batten, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1829 in Poundstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at Petherwyn Gate, Launceston, Devon; lodging with John & Anne Ham (blacksmiths) & their family. |
| | BATTISHILE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1822: Samuel Battishile, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at Bow Village, Crediton, Devon with his mother Elizabeth Battishile 64yrs, widow , shopkeeper; plus his sister Susan 19yrs and nephew Willm.Crookina 4yrs. |
| | BAYMENT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1833: Thomas Bayment, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Hartland.Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, in Hartland Village, Hartland; lodging with John & Mary Johns. |
| | BAZLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Bazley, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Devomport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at 15 Prospect Row, Devonport, Devon with parents Samuel & Eliz. Bazley and brother Joseph Bazley 15yrs (a blacksmith) & brother William Bazley 21yrs (see Shipwrights Index). |
| | BAZLEY | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1836: Joseph Bazley, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Devonpeort, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at 15 Prospect Row, Devonport, Devon with parents Samuel & Eliz. Bazley and brother John 19yrs (a blacksmith) & brother William 21yrs (see Shipwrights Index). |
| | BEABLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1807: Thomas Beable, blacksmith. born about 1807 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs, at Quarry, Ugborough,Totnes, Devon with wife Mary 55yrs (born Loddiswell, Devon) and son Arthur 9yrs. |
| | BEADLOW | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Beadlow, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Kennerleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at Leycott, Crediton, Devon; lodging/apprentice with Samuel & Susan Quick(blacksmiths). |
| | BEALEY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1803: Richard Bealey, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Roborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 48yrs, at Pardons Cottage,Torrington, Devon with wife Mary 38yrs (born Roborough). Children: Thomas 15yrs, Sarah 9yrs, Elizabeth 6yrs, Richard 4yrs, Mary 1yr. |
| | BEALEY | William | Blacksmith | 1783: William Bealey, blacksmith retired. Born about 1783 in Roborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 68yrs, at Villavin, Torrington, Devon. A widower with his son Thomas 39yrs(farmer); daughter-in-law Jane 34yrs. Children: Thomas 12yrs; Elizabeth 10yrs; Mary Jane 9yrs; William 6yrs; John 5yrs; Clara 3yrs; Sarah Ann 1yr and Lucy 5mths infant. |
| | BEAR | George | Blacksmith | 1807: George Bear, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Bulkworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs,at Putford Bridge, West Putford Bideford, Devon with wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Sutcombe, Devon). Children: Agness 21yrs, William 18yrs (blacksmith), George 15yrs, John 13yrs, Elizabeth Ann 12yrs, Allice 10yrs, Richard 8yrs, Mary Ann 4yrs, Albertina A.J. 4mths infant. |
| | BEAR | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Bear, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Bulkworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 54yrs,at Haytown Village, Bideford, Bulworthy, Devon with wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Kings Ash, Devon). Children: Jane 20yrs, John 12yrs, William 10yrs, Elizabeth 8yrs. House servant: Grace Morrish 22yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: William Ware 18yrs. |
| | BEAR | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Bear, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Woolfardisworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at Putford Bridge, West Putford Bideford, Devon with parents George 44yrs & Elizabeth 42yrs Bear. |
| | BEARDON | John | Blacksmith | 1815: John Beardon, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Penzanc,Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 36yrs, 13 Exeter Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizabeth 34yrs (born Chacewater, Cornwall). Children: Susan 4yrs and Gilbert 9 months infant. |
| | BEAVIS | George | Blacksmith | 1820: George Beavis, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at Withycombe, Rawleigh, Devon with wife Mary 32yrs (born Littleham, Devon). Children: Emma 8y, George 5y, William 3yrs. |
| | BEER | Eliza | Blacksmith | 1825: Eliza Beer, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists her as 26yrs, at South Zeal, South Zeal, Devon with parents John & Susan Beer (blacksmiths). |
| | BEER | James | Blacksmith | 1826: James Beer, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, living in Membury Parish. |
| | BEER | John | Blacksmith | 1785: John Beer The 1851 UK census lists him as 66yrs, South Zeal, South Zeal, Devon, England. Born: Chagford-DEV. Wife: Susan 66yrs born Chagford-DEV. Children: Elizabeth Beer 39yrs (Dressmaker), Eliza Beer 26yrs (blacksmith). Grandsons: Jno Ellis 12yrs & Wm Ellis 7yrs. |
| | BELLAMY | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1814: Abraham Bellamy, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Plymworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at Cann Quarry, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Eliza 33yrs (born Bridgerule, Devon). Children: Mary 6yrs, Sarah Jane 4yrs, Elizabeth Ann 2yrs, Abraham 5months infant. |
| | BELLING | Elias | Blacksmith | 1792: Elias Belling, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Upottery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 59yrs,at 15 Castle Street, Axminster, Devon with wife Mary 58yrs (born Kentisbeer, Devon) and daughter Elizabeth 18yrs |
| | BENNETT | George | Blacksmith | 1815: George Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Moreton,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 36yrs, at Hr Town, Widecombe in Moor Cleave Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 31yrs (born North Bovey, Devon). Children: George 11yrs; Edwin 10yrs; John 8yrs; William 6yrs; Selina 3yrs; Mary Jane 1yr infant. Apprentice blacksmith James Heft 19yrs. |
| | BENNETT | Gertrude | Blacksmith | 1792: Gertrude Bennett, master blacksmith, employing 3 men. Born about 1792 in Maramchurch, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists her as 59yrs, at 9 Norely Street, Plymouth, Devon with son William. R. Bennett 20yrs (Blacksmith) and sister-in-law Jane Clift 61yrs (visiting). |
| | BENNETT | John | Blacksmith | 1802: John Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 49yrs, at 55 Folley, Inwardleigh, Devon with wife Amy 42yrs ( born Hatherleigh,Devon). Children: Elizabeth 17yrs; Amy 10yrs; William 8yrs. Visitor: apprentice blacksmith James Coles 21yrs. |
| | BENNETT | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Germansweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at 54 Banawell Street, Tavistock, Devon with parents William (born 1807) & Elizabeth Bennett (born 1807)(blacksmiths). Siblings listed: William 13yrs; Matthew 10yrs; Joshua 6yrs; Alfred 3yrs; Thomas 1yr infant. |
| | BENNETT | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Bennett, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826 in Roborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Exwick Village, St.Thomas, Apostle St Thomas, Devon; visiting William & Mary Davey(ag. labourers). |
| | BENNETT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1810: Richard Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in S.Petherwyn, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 41yrs, at Yealmbridge Village, Launceston, Devon with wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Stratton, Cornwall). Children: William 12yrs, John 11yrs, Thomas 10yrs, Elizabeth 4yrs. Also listed: blacksmith: William Credicott 23yrs. |
| | BENNETT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1833: Richard Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Newton St Patrick, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at Withecott,Torrington, Devon;with parents Thomas (ag.labourer) & Sarah (a glover) Bennett and his sister Thirza Bennett 22yrs (a glover). |
| | BENNETT | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1833: Samuel Bennett, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Lamerton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at Lamerton Green, Tavistock, Devon with his brother William (a blacksmith) & Jane Bennett & their family. |
| | BENNETT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1793: Thomas Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Plymouth , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 58yrs, unmarried, at 17 Gasking Street, Plymouth, Devon with his two sisters Sarah Bennett 53yrs, a seamstress, Martha 48yrs, a seamtress. |
| | BENNETT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Thorncombe, Dorset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, visiting at Settle Park, Axminster, Devon, England. |
| | BENNETT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1829: Thomas Bennett, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Tiverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at 14 South Street, Okehampton, Devon; as apprentice to William Petherick 32yrs, widower (Blacksmith Master). Also listed: Anne Saunders 65yrs,unmarried,house servant. Lodger William Ball 21yrs, married, tile maker and Joseph Ball 15yrs, unmarried,tile maker. |
| | BENNETT | William | Blacksmith | 1807: William Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in TAvistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs, at 54 Banawell Street, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 44yrs (born Germansweek, Devon). They had six (6) sons listed including John 15yrs (a blacksmith). |
| | BENNETT | William | Blacksmith | 1817: William Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Lamerton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, Lamerton Green, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Jane 35yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Jane 9yrs; Mary 7yrs; Caroline 5yrs; Emma 4yrs. William’s brother Samuel 18yrs (apprentice blacksmith). Others listed: Honour Doidge, widow, 72yrs,visitor. Edmund Bubel 29yrs, unmarried, Lodger. Richard Doidge 11yrs,visitor. |
| | BENNETT | William | Blacksmith | 1839: William Bennett, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1839 in Werrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 12yrs, at Yealmbridge Village, Launceston, Devon; with his parents Richard & Eliz. Bennett (blacksmiths). |
| | BENNETT | William R. | Blacksmith | 1831: William.R.Bennett, blacksmith. Born about 1831 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at 9 Norley Street, Plymouth; with his mother Gertrude Bennett (a master blacksmith).See Gertrude’s entry in this index). |
| | BENOY | George Henry | Blacksmith | 1877: George Henry Benoy, blacksmith & bootmaker. Born in Devonport, Devon, England on 26 November 1877. Died in Plymouth 14 August 1941. He was indentured as a blacksmith apprentice on 23 May 1893 and completed his apprenticeship on 20 Dec 1898. He joined the navy in 1902 and served until 22 Dec 1923. He was also a clown and worked as a boot maker when he left the navy. He is also listed in the Military Blacksmiths Index. Copy of Apprenticeship Contract can be seen in the Interesting Stories Link on the Home Page. Contact Norma-Jean by |
| | BERRY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1797: Henry Berry, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Comb St.Nicholas, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 54yrs,at Abbey Gates, Abbey Tything, Devon with wife Jane 52y (born 11799 Widworthy, Devon) and son Edwin Henry Berry 10yrs(scholar). |
| | BERRY | James | Blacksmith | 1806:James Berry, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1806 in Linton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 45yrs,at Village of CottLoxhore, Barnstaple; working for/lodging with William & Eliz. Delve (listed on Blacksmiths of Devon). |
| | BERRY | Robert | Blacksmith | 1834: Robert Berry, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1834 in Churchstanton, Devon, England. The1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Smiths, Taunton,Devon; lodging/working for William & Ann Smith (listed on Blacksmiths of Devon). |
| | BERRY | William | Blacksmith | 1818: William Berry, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Oakford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 33yrs, a widower, living at Prescott,Wellington, Devon; with his son John 5yrs. |
| | BESS | Edward | Blacksmith | 1831: Edward Bess, blacksmith. Born about 1831 in ?Norfolk, England. The 1851 UK census (very difficult to read) lists him as ?20yrs (?33yrs is circled),?married, lodging at Yender Street, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon; with Benjamin 41yrs (ag.labourer) & wife Jane Barret 46yrs and their children John Barret 14yrs; Mary Ann Barret 8yrs and Edward Harding Barret 5yrs. I looked fro Edward in 1841 + 1861 but couldn’t’ see him. I have no more information. Webmaster. |
| | BETTY | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Betty, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Bradford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Ashburton Arms,Torrington, Devon; lodging with and apprentice to master blacksmith Martin.W. James & his family. |
| | BEWS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1831: Samuel Bews,blacksmith. Born about 1831 in St Germans, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at 57 Charlotte St, Stoke Damerel, Devon. See the Wheelwrights Index for uncle William & Mary Bews. |
| | BIBBINGS | George | Blacksmith | 1817: George Bibbings,blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, at East Street, Newton Abbot, Wolborough,Devon; with wife Eliza G. 38yrs (born Newton Abbot). Children: Sarah 7yrs, James 3yrs, George 7mths infant. House servant: Mary Skinner 37yrs unmarried. |
| | BIBBINGS | William | Blacksmith | 1804: William Bibbings, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Zeal Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 47yrs, at Village, Crediton, Devon; with wife Caroline 38yrs (born Zeal Monachorum). Children: Jane 12yrs, Anna 10yrs. Servant blacksmith William Bishop 14yrs |
| | BICKEL | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Bickel, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Warrington , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, at Lifton Down, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Betsy 28yrs (born Cookbury, Devon). Children: William 2yrs, Ann 1mth infant. |
| | BICKELL | John | Blacksmith | 1842: John Bickle, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1842 in Lympstone, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists him as aged 19yrs. Nephew of & apprenticed to blacksmith Henry Sivell & Grace Jackson. |
| | BICKNELL / BRICKNELL | Robert | Blacksmith | 1820: Robert Bricknell (Bicknell), blacksmith. Born about 1820, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 20yrs, living in Topsham, Devon with his family. Father William 45yrs (labourer); Mother Sarah 45yrs, Siblings: Matthew 20yrs; Elizabeth 15yrs; George 10yrs; Abraham 9yrs; Sarah 7yrs; William 4yrs; Mary 10 months infant. |
| | BILSON | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Bilson, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at 54 Mount Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon; with wife Mary Ann 22yrs (born Wellcove, Cornwall). |
| | BINMORE | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Binmore, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Ashprington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Fore Street, Totnes, Devon; apprentice with blacksmith James & Sarah Petherbridge. |
| | BIRD | George | Blacksmith | 1888: George Bird, blacksmith. Born about 1788 at Bishops Nympton, Devon, England. Father: James (qv). Returned with his father to Petrockstowe in approx 1792, and evetually took over forge when his father retired. Son Samuel born 1814 also a smith (qv). Contact Patrick by. |
| | BIRD | James | Blacksmith | 1746: James Bird, blacksmith. Born about 1746 in Petrockstowe, Devon, England. Son of Vincent b1720 qv). Blacksmith at Bishops Nympton and Petrockstowe. Eight sons and NO daughters! Died in Petrockstowe 1828. Wife Betty Bond, married 1772 at Bishops Nympton, Devon. Sons: James born 1772 (qv), William born 1774 (qv), John born 1776 ,Peter born 1779 (qv), Robert born 1781, Vincent born 1783, Mark born 1785, George born 1788 (qv). All born Bishpops Nympton. Contact Pat (Patrick) by. |
| | BIRD | James | Blacksmith | 1772: James Bird, blacksmith. Born about 1772 at Bishops Nympton, Devon, England. The eldest of eight sons of James and Betty Bird. See Blacksmiths of Devon Index for father and brothers, four of whom were smiths). Wife: Elizabeth Tout at Bishops Nympton in 1793. Seven sons (three of whom were smiths qv) and two daughters. D. North Molton 1843. Lived all his married life at North Molton. Contact Pat (Patrick) by. |
| | BIRD | James | Blacksmith | 1794: James Bird, blacksmith. Born 1794 at North Molton, Devon, England. Son of James, Twin brother of Thomas. Blacksmith, but moved to Tolland in Somerset, where he married Mary Hunt in 1821 and had several children, including Robert b. 1838, William b. 1832, John b. 1827, and George b. 1840, all of whom were smiths! Died 1873 at Tolland. Contact Pat (Patrick) by . |
| | BIRD | John | Blacksmith | 1796: John Bird, blacksmith. Born 1796 in Ermington, Devon, England. Son of Mark, followed his father into blacksmithing trade. Married Maria Beare, and lived Ashburton, becoming Wesleyan Methodist. Son Jabez born 1832. Contact Pat (Patrick) by . |
| | BIRD | John | Blacksmith | 1784: John Bird, blacksmith. Born about 1784., Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 57yrs, living at 8 Looe Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr.; with wife Esther 54yrs (born DEV). John is not found on 1851 census and Esther is seen as a widow, 64yrs, living at 11 Union Place, Plymouth, with brother-in-law Edwin Bird and other in-laws. |
| | BIRD | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1755: John Bird (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1755 at Beaford, Devon, England. The son of John born Ashreigny who may well also have been a smith. Wife Elizabeth Western, married 1782 at Winkleigh. Died: 1802 at Ashreighy. Lived in Burrington, had seven daughters & two sons ( John & William) but not known if they followed him in trade. Contact Pat (Patrick) by. |
| | BIRD | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1753: John Bird (Snr), blacksmith. born in 1753 Ashreigny, Devon, England. The son of Vincent (qv). Wife Mary Hobbs, married 1777 at Tavistock, Devon. Died: unknown, probably in Plymouth. Sons : John 1784-1844 (qv)(smith in Plymouth) & James1794-1862 (carrier). John was almost certainly a blacksmiths like his father and son, but not yet verified. I do not know how or why he migrated from Ashreigny to Plymouth. Contact Pat (Patrick) by. |
| | BIRD | Mark | Blacksmith | 1748: Mark Bird, blacksmith. Born about 1748. Son of Robert & Eleanor from Wythecombe Raleigh. Father may well have come from Chawleigh. Smith. 4 sons and three daughters born Dawlish, but not known if any of the boys were smiths. Contact Pat by. |
| | BIRD | Mark | Blacksmith | 1761: Mark Bird, blacksmith. Born 1761, Templeton. Son of Vincent born 1720 qv. Blacksmith and Postmaster at Ermington (later renamed Ivybridge). Died in Ermington, Devon in 1838. Wife Jenny Crees, married 1787 at Ermington. Sons: Samuel born 1802 (qv), James born 1790, John born 1796, Mark born 1792 (qv), Amos born 1804, William born 1798, Vincent born 1800. Contact Pat (Patrick) by. |
| | BIRD | Mark | Blacksmith | 1792: Mark Bird, blacksmith. Born 1792 Ermington, Devon, England. Son of Mark, followed his father into blacksmithing trade. Married (i) Jane Mallet (ii) Elizabeth Taylor. Son Mark born 1815 at Ermington was also a smith, as was grandson James born 1846 , who moved to Totnes, where his son Mark born 1882 was also a smith. Contact Pat (Patrick) by . |
| | BIRD | Peter | Blacksmith | 1804: Peter Bird, blacksmith. Born at North Molton in 1804. Son of James. Peter took over his fathers forge when he retired. Married Ann Wescott 1843. Son George Wescott took over from him as smith, but when blacksmithing declined, moved to South Molton as agricultural machinery dealer. Peter died 1881 at North Molton. The last of a blacksmithing line stretching back five generations in Devon. Contact Pat (Patrick) by . |
| | BIRD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1766: Richard Bird, blacksmith. Born 1766 at Burrington, Devon, England. Son of John born Ashreigny and brother of John qv. He may well be the smith who married Dorothy Lindsey , a widow in Exeter in 1804, probably having worked for her previous husband, Sainthill Lindsey, a Quaker from Bradnich. Have not yet been able to find Richard's death anywhere, which would help confirm this. Marriage settlement exists. Contact Pat (Patrick) by. |
| | BIRD | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1802: Samuel Bird,blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 49yrs, at Fore Street, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Mary 48yrs (born Ashburton, Devon). Children: Mary.A. 15yrs; Jane 11yrs and Emma 7yrs. |
| | BIRD | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1814: Samuel Bird,blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at Brandize,Torrington, Devon with wife Sally 32yrs (born Abbotsham, Devon). Children: Sally Ann 5yrs & Frederick 7yrs. |
| | BIRD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1794: Thomas Bird, blacksmith. Born 1794 at North Molton. Son of Jame. Twin brother of James Blacksmith, Married Richord (quite common female name in Devon) Bright. No children, one of the very few childless marriages in my line. His forge at the other end of the village to his father. Died 1876. Contact Pat (Patrick) by . |
| | BIRD | Vincent | Blacksmith | 1720: Vincent Bird, blacksmith. Born 1720 in Ashreigny, Devon, England. Son of Mark Bird 1695-1752 who was probably also a Smith. Blacksmith at Ashreigny, Petrockstowe Winkleigh and Templeton. Died 1785 Ashreigny, Devon. Wife Sarah Hooper, married 1745 at Huish by Hatherleigh. Sons: James (qv) born 1746 ,Mark (qv)born 1761, William born 1750, Vincent born 1755 and John born 1753. Sons James, Mark and probably John were also Blacksmiths. Contact Pat (Patrick) by.J161 |
| | BIRD | William | Blacksmith | 1774: William Bird, blacksmith. Born 1774 at Bishops Nympto. Father: James (qv). Probably married Bridget Button at Woolborough 1801. Blacksmith at Woolborough. Died 1833. Son William born 1813 might be Blacksmith at Kings Nympton in 1841 census. Contact Patrick by Contact Patrick by. |
| | BIRD | William | Blacksmith | 1798: William Bird, blacksmith. Born Ermington, Devon, England 1798. Son of Mark, followed his father into blacksmithing trade, but later became shopkeeper at Modbury. Married Jane Matthews, and had several children. Died 1869 at Modbury. Contact Pat (Patrick) by . |
| | BISHOP | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Bishop, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Farway, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 21yrs,single, at Roadgreen, Watchcombe, Tithing; lodging with & apprenticed to blacksmith Thomas Bishop 41yrs. |
| | BISHOP | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1810: Thomas Bishop (Snr), master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1810 in Farway, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 41yrs, living at Roadgreen, Watchcombe, Tithing,Axminster, Devon with wife Charlotte 41yrs (born Musbury, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 8y, Thomas 3yrs. Plus apprentice Thomas Bishop 21yrs. |
| | BISHOP | William | Blacksmith | 1837: William Bishop, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Zeal Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 14yrs, at Village, Crediton, Devon; a Servant blacksmith with blacksmith William & Caroline Bibbings. |
| | BLACKMORE | James | Blacksmith | 1809: James Blackmore, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Milverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 42yrs, at Millmoore, Wellington, Devon with wife Catherine 28yrs (born Hemyock, Devon). Sons: William 2yrs & Thomas 1month infant. Lodger: Sarah Leadding 28yrs. |
| | BLAKE | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Blake, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 42yrs, at,Village, Exminster,St Thomas, Devonshire; with wife Elizabeth 43yrs (born Kenton, Devon). Children: Mary 12yrs; Elizabeth 10yrs; Rhoda 8yrs; John 6yrs; Hen(ry) 4yrs; William 2yrs. Also listed: is lodger Robert Willcox 73yrs, widower, pensioner. Henry Tapp 19yrs, servant blacksmith. |
| | BLAKE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1836: Samuel Blake, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Great.Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at Calf Street,Torrington, Devon; with parents John (a Mason) & Mary. Siblings: Charles 21yrs (cabinet maker); John 18yrs (labourer); Sarah 12yrs; Fanny 7yrs. |
| | BLATCHFORD | George | Blacksmith | 1818: George Blatchford, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 33yrs, at Doidge Cottage, Tavistock, Devon with wife Elizabeth 26yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Mary Ann 5 yrs, John 3yrs, William 11yrs.Apprentice Blacksmith: Samuel PRIOR 20yrs. Errand boy: Walter Gartrell 14yrs. |
| | BLATCHFORD | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Blatchford, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Coryton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at Lower Town, Tavistock with his father Thomas 57yrs (a labourer; married but wife not shown). Siblings: Mary Ann 20yrs, Richard 22yrs (blacksmith), Robert 8yrs. |
| | BLATCHFORD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Blatchford, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Coryton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at Lower Town, Tavistock, Devon; with his father Thomas 57yrs (a labourer; married but wife not shown). Siblings: Mary Ann 20yrs, John 15yrs(blacksmith) and Robert 8yrs. |
| | BLATCHFORD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1814: Thomas Blatchford , blacksmith. Born about 1814, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 37yrs, a widower working for master wheelwright and blacksmith Mathew Hawkins (listed in this index) at Felldownlead, Tavistock, Devon. In 1861 Thomas is 47yrs, living in Torrington with his children = James 21yrs, unmarried; Harriot 18yrs and Mary Ann 12yrs. |
| | BLATCHFORD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1823: Thomas Blatchford, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Coryton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at Lew Down Cottage, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Betsy 24yrs (born Bridestow, Devon). Son: Henry 3 weeks infant. Mother: Ann Blatchford 52yrs, married, visiting. |
| | BLESS / BLISS | William | Blacksmith | 1811: William Bless (Bliss), blacksmiths journeyman, Born about 1811 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 30yrs, living at ?Marsh Street, Yarcombe Parish. 1841 census very difficult to read. Couldn’t find him in 1851 census. |
| | BLEWETT | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Blewett, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Lostwithiel,Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 31yrs, at 16 George Lane, Stoke Damerel, Devon’ lodging with beer seller William & Katherine Adams & family. |
| | BLEWETT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Blewett, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Gwenapp, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at 7 Higher Street, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Amelia 28yrs (born Gwenapp). |
| | BLIGHT | Humphrey | Blacksmith | 1792: Humphrey Blight,blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Frithelstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 59yrs, at Stibcross,Torrington, Devon; with wife Jane 55yrs (born Frithelstock). Children: John 14yrs (blacksmith) & Sally 22yrs. |
| | BLIGHT | Humphrey | Blacksmith | 1814: Humphrey Blight, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Langtree Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at Sandy Lane,Torrington, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 45yrs (born Langtree). Children: Isaac 16yrs (blacksmith), Mary Ann 12yrs, Elizabeth 10yrs, Sarah 8yrs. |
| | BLIGHT | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1835: Isaac Blight, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Langtree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Sandy Lane,Torrington, Devon; with parents blacksmith Humphrey 37yrs & Elizabeth 45yrs. Siblings: Mary Ann 12yrs, Elizabeth 10yrs, Sarah 8yrs. |
| | BLIGHT | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Blight, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Frithelstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 24yrs, at Tithecot Hill,Buckland Brewer, Devon with wife Caroline 22yrs (born Bulkworthy-DEV). Children: Samuel 3yrs, William 1y infant. |
| | BLIGHT | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John Blight, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Langtree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 14yrs, at Stibcross,Torrington, Devon with parents blacksmith Humphrey & Jan plus his sister Sally 22yrs. |
| | BLIGHT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1791: Thomas Blight, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 60yrs, at 29 Keates Street, Devonport, Devon; with wife Elizth. 47yrs (born Cornwall). Children: Mary 25yrs; Charles 14yrs; William 8yrs; Jane 7yrs; Edward 4yrs. Visitor: Elizabeth Keogh 22yrs(dressmaker). |
| | BLIGHT | William | Blacksmith | 1799: William Blight, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Bideford, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 52yrs, at Langtree Town,Torrington, Devon; with wife Sarah 41yrs (born Langtree). Servants: Elizabeth Richards 2oyrs, George Richards 11yrs. |
| | BLOYE | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Bloye, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Sth Sydenham , Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, unmarried, at 56 New Quay, New Quay,Tavistock, Devon; with master blacksmith John Redstone & family . Also listed apprentice blacksmith Edward Chastey 19yrs. |
| | BLOYE | Walter William | Blacksmith | 1827: Walter William Bloye, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in South Sydenham , Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 24yrs,at 45 Banawell Street, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Ellen 22yrs (born Tavistock). |
| | BOARD | Charles | Blacksmith | 1835: Charles Board, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Churchstanton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs , at Taunton, Devon; with parents, blacksmiths Robert & Sarah Board. See parents & siblings listed in Blacksmiths of Devon A-G. |
| | BOARD | Hy. | Blacksmith | 1798: Hy.Board, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in London-LON. The 1851 UK census lists him as 53yrs, at 1 James Street Ope, Stoke Damerel, Devon; with wife Mary.A. 46yrs (born Devonport-DEV). Children: Alfred James13yrs, Imogene 9yrs, William 8yrs, Robt 4yrs, Chas.2yrs. |
| | BOARD | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1832: Joseph Board, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Churchstanton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon; with his family. See parents & siblings listed in Blacksmiths of Devon A-G. |
| | BOARD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1802: Robert Board, master blacksmith. Born about 1802,in Trull, Somerset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 49yrs,at Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon; with wife Sarah 35yrs (born Churchstanton). Children listed: son John Browfiets 30yrs (blacksmith); son William Board 26yrs (blacksmith); daughter Sarah Moore 23yrs;son Joseph Board 19yrs (blacksmith); son Charles Board 16yrs (blacksmith).son Henry Board 11yrs. Visitor: John Moore, married 22yrs, a cooper (maybe son-in-law?). Visitor: James Hardy 40yrs, married (stone mason) |
| | BOARD | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Board, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Dalwood, Dorset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 51yrs, at Hawley Bottom, Axminster, Devon with wife Margaret 50yrs (born Kilmington-DEV). |
| | BOARD | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Board, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Churchstanto, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon; with his family. See parents & siblings listed in Blacksmiths of Devon A-G. |
| | BODY | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Body, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in St Budex, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at Mount Tamer, Plympton St Mary, Devon; with his sisters Jeanette Body 26yrs, Jane Body 16yrs, Harriet Body 10yrs. |
| | BOLE | Elizabeth | Blacksmith | 1789: Elizabeth Bole, blacksmith master,employs 3 men. Born about 1789 in Musbury, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists her as 62yrs, T Hawksdown, Axmouth,Axminster-DEV. Widow of Blacksmith, employing 3 men. Children: Mary 22y, unmarried (lace maker); Henry 20y (blacksmith journeyman), Frances 15yrs, unmarried (lace maker). Grandaughter Elizabeth Ristick 15yrs, unmarried. |
| | BOLE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1831: Henry Bole, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1831 in Axmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at Hawksdown, Axmouth, Devon; with his mother widowed blacksmith See Blacksmiths of Devon Index for mother Elizabeth (widow,blackmith) and siblings. |
| | BOLE | James | Blacksmith | 1780: James Bole, blacksmith. Born about 1780 in Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 61yrs, living at Rawbridge, Upottery Parish, Devon. No other information given on census. |
| | BOLE | James | Blacksmith | 1837: James Bole, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Axmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 14yrs, at Sector Hill, Axminster,Devon; with parents.blacksmith William & Hannah Bole plus brother William Bole 7yrs (scholar) seen in Blacksmiths of Devon A-G. |
| | BOLE | John.I. | Blacksmith | 1820: John. J. Bole, blacksmith, journeyman. Born 1820-1821 in Axmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs,at Harbour Inn, Axmouth,Axminster, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 24yrs (born Axmouth), dressmaker. |
| | BOLE | Robert.B. | Blacksmith | 1820: Robert. B. Bole, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1820 in Axmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 31yrs, at Hawksdown ,Axmouth,Axminster, Devon; with wife Esther 27y (born Axmouth). Children: Sarah Ann 6y, Thirza J. 4y, Elizabeth M. 1yr infant. |
| | BOLE | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Bole, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Axmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 38yrs, at Sector Hill, Axminster, Devon; with wife Hannah 37yrs born Symondsbury-DOR. Son: James Bole 14yrs (listed in Blacksmith Devon A-G) and William Bole 7yrs. |
| | BOLLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1771: John Bolley, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1771 in Doddiscombleigh, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 80yrs, at Osborns' Cottages, Bridford,St Thomas, Devonshire; with wife Betty 75yrs (born Bideford-DEV) Paupers. |
| | BOLLY | George | Blacksmith | 1818: George Bolly, master blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Doddiscombsleigh, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 33yrs, at Ducks Pool Cottage, St Thomas, Doddiscombsleigh, Devonshire; with wife Susan 24yrs (born Exminster-DEV) and son George 1yr infant. Also listed are house servants Henry Squires 22yrs; Joseph Hill19yrs; Henry Coldridge 12yrs. |
| | BOLT | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Bolt, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Cheriton Bishop, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Adjoining the Turnpike Road Cottage, Cheriton Bishop, Devon; with master blacksmith John & Sarah Ashplant. |
| | BOLT | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Bolt, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1836, Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 15yrs apprentice to Thomas Steer (born 1817 Hunshaw) listed in Blacksmiths of Devon. |
| | BOND | John | Blacksmith | 1811: John Bond, blacksmith. Born about 1811 in Stokeinteignhead, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at 12 George Street, Torquay, Devon; with his widowed father Henry 57yrs. |
| | BOND | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Bond, master blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Throwleigh, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at Chapple, Okehampton, Devon; with wife Thomazin 28yrs (born Throwleigh) plus son James 3yrs. Mother-in-law Grace Bond 62yrs widow. Apprentice blacksmith William Finch 19yrs. |
| | BOND | William | Blacksmith | 1802: William Bond, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in St Budeaux Village, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 49yrs, at St Budeaux Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon; with widow mother Jane Bond 82yrs plus his sister: Mary Bond 14yrs. |
| | BONE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Bone, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Devomport, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 41yrs, at 30 Granby Street, Devonport, Devon; with wife Rebecca 42yrs (born Devonport) & son Thomas 15yrs Apprentice Blacksmith. |
| | BONE | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Bone,blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Saltash-CON. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at 29 Duke Street, Stoke Damerel, Devo; with wife Ann 27yrs (born Stonehouse-DEV). Daughters: Jane. A. 5yrs & Amelia. H. 2yrs. |
| | BONE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1836: Thomas Bone, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Devonport , Devon. Worked: H.M. Dockyard Chatham, Kent. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at 30 Granby Street, Devonport; with Parents: John & Rebecca (blacksmiths). |
| | BONFIELD | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1806: Abraham Bonfield, blacksmith. Born 1806-1809(changes with each census) in Wambrook, Dorset, England. The 1841 UK census lists Abraham as 35yrs, living in Yarcombe, Devon with wife Susan 32yrs. Children: Joseph 7yrs; Eli 5yrs; Mary 4yrs; Caroline 3yrs; Dinah under 1yr infant. Also listed is Anne Prince 10yrs and Charles Hockey 16yrs. In 1851 Abraham is 51yrs, Susan 48yrs, living at Four Elms, Yarcombe Parish, Devon. Children: Joseph 17yr (blacksmith), Eli 15yrs, Caroline 12yrs, Dinah 10yrs, Henry 8yrs, Sarah Ann 7yrs. In 1861 Abraham is 58yrs, Susan 55yrs, living in Chardstock, Devon. Children: Eli 25yrs (blacksmith); Caroline 22yrs; Henry 18yrs (blacksmith). Nephew William Bonfield 4 months infant. Abraham is listed in Blacksmiths of Dorset and Devon. |
| | BONFIELD | Eli | Blacksmith | 1836: Eli Bonfield, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Yarcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Eli as 15yrs, living at Four Elms, Yarcombe with his family. Father Abraham 35yrs (blacksmith); mother Susan. Siblings: Joseph 17yr (blacksmith), Caroline 12yrs, Dinah 10yrs, Henry 8yrs, Sarah Ann 7yrs. In 1861 Eli is 25yrs, unmarried, still with his parents living in Chardstock, Devon. Siblings: Caroline 22yrs; Henry 18yrs. Cousin William Bonfield 1yr infant. |
| | BONFIELD | Henry | Blacksmith | 1843: Henry Bonfield, blacksmith. Born about 1843 in Yarcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 8yrs, living at Four Elms, Yarcombe with his family. Father Abraham 35yrs (blacksmith); mother Susan. Siblings: Joseph 17yr (blacksmith), Eli 15yrs, Caroline 12yrs, Dinah 10yrs, Henry 8yrs, Sarah Ann 7yrs. In 1861 Henry is 18yrs, unmarried, still with his parents living in Chardstock, Devon. Siblings: Eli 25yrs (blacksmith), Caroline 22yrs and cousins William Bonfield 1yr infant |
| | BONFIELD | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1834: Joseph Bonfield, blacksmith. Born 1833 and Christened 04 August 1833 in Yarcombe, Devon, England. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 17yrs, living in Rower, Chard, Devon with his parents, blacksmith Abraham & Susan Bonfield. |
| | BOOBEAR? | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Boobear, blacksmith. Born about 1791, Devon, England. The 1841 UK cesnsus Lists him as 50yrs, at 25 Lower Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr; with wife Mary 45yrs (born DEV)and daughter Elizabeth 20yrs. |
| | BOON | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Boon, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Staverton, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrs, living at Boons Shop, Totnes, Staverton with wife Eleanor 38yrs (born Staverton). See census 1851 for 7 children listed. Lodger: Richard Crease 18yrs (blacksmith). |
| | BORKET | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Borket, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Hawkchurch, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, lodging at Pearcehay, Tything Wildbourt, Devon. I cannot see him on any census. |
| | BORN | William | Blacksmith | 1802: William Born, blacksmith.Born about 1802 in Coleridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 49yrs, living at 79 Hollands Rd, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Littlehampton, Devon). |
| | BOULT | John | Blacksmith | 1784: John Boult, blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Aylesbeare, Devon, England. The 1851 Uk census lists John as 67yrs, living in Great Knowle Village, Knowle, East Budleigh St Thomas, Devon with wife Julianna 65yrs (born Ven Ottery, Devon). |
| | BOULT | Joseph.G. | Blacksmith | 1810: Joseph. G. Boult, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 40yrs, living in Great Knowle Village, Knowle,East Budleigh St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary.A. 28yrs (born Littleham, Devon and children Sarah A. 6yrs and George 3yrs. |
| | BOWDEN | Albert | Blacksmith | 1838: Albert Bowden, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1838 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Albert as 13yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon with his father, master blacksmith John 55yrs, widower (born 1796), widower (born 1796) and his brothers James 17yrs (blacksmith) and Thomas 15yrs (blacksmith) and sister Iset Bowden 19yrs. Also listed is John Down 54yrs, widower, blacksmith Journeyman. |
| | BOWDEN | Edward | Blacksmith | 1796: Edward Bowden, blacksmith. Borna bout 1796 in Hatherleigh, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 55yrs, living at 9 back Lane, Okehampton, Devon with wife Elizth. 66yrs (born South Tawton, Devon). |
| | BOWDEN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1833: Henry Bowden, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 18133 in Monkokehampton, Deov, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 18yrs, an apprentice with his brother, master blacksmith, John Bowden 28yrs (born 1823), living at 28 Village, Okehampton, Devon. |
| | BOWDEN | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Bowden, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 17yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon with his father, master blacksmith John 55yrs, widower (born 1796), widower (born 1796) and his brothers Thomas 15yrs and Albert 13yrs (blacksmith) and sister Iset Bowden 19yrs. Also listed is John Down 54yrs, widower, blacksmith Journeyman. |
| | BOWDEN | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Bowden, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Belstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living at Oldway, Okehampton, Devon with wife Elizabeth 33yrs (born Belstone). |
| | BOWDEN | John | Blacksmith | 1796: John Bowden, blacksmith master. Born about 1796 in Southmolton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 55yrs, a widower, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon with his sons: James 17yrs (blacksmith); Thomas 15yrs (blacksmith); Albert 13yrs and daughter Iset Bowden 19yrs. Also listed is John Down 54yrs, widower , blacksmith Journeyman. |
| | BOWDEN | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Bowden, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1823 in Iddesleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living at 28 Village, Okehampton, Devon with wife Wilmot 23yrs (born Broadwoodkelly,Devon). John is brother of Henry Bowden 18yrs (apprentice blacksmith). Mother-in-law: Elizabeth Kelley 55yrs, widow. |
| | BOWDEN | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1830: Joseph Bowden, blacksmith, labourer. Born about 1830 in St Andrews Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 21yrs, living in West Alvington, Kingsbridge, Devon with blacksmith George and Elizabeth Hine and their family. |
| | BOWDEN | Theodosius | Blacksmith | 1829: Theodosius Bowden, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Kingston, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists Theodosius as 22yrs, living at 29 Princess St, Devonport with his father William 72yrs, widower, superannuated shipwright (see Shipwrights Index). Theodosius is listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | BOWDEN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1836: Thomas Bowden, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 15yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon with his father master blacksmith John 55yrs, widower (born 17963) and his brothers James 17yrs (blacksmith) and Albert 13yrs (blacksmith) and sister Iset Bowden 19yrrs. Also listed is John Down 54yrs, widower, blacksmith Journeyman. |
| | BOWDEN | William | Blacksmith | 1794: William Bowden, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Broadwoodkelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 57yrs, living in Cottage, Okehampton, Devon with wife Mary 52yrs (born Monkoakhampton, Devon). Children: Mary 16yrs, James 14yrs, Ann 12yrs, Samuel 10yrs. |
| | BOWDEN | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Bowden, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Monkoakhampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living in Cottage, Okehampton, Devon with wife Ann 28yrs (born Broadwoodkelly, Devon) and daughter Mary A. Bowden 2yrs. |
| | BOWDEN | William | Blacksmith | 1780: William Bowden, blacksmith master, pauper. Born about 1780 in Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists William as 71yrs, living at 1-Workhouse, Devonport, Devon. William employed 1 man, 1 apprentice. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | BOWERS | James | Blacksmith | 1795: James Bowers, blacksmith. Borna botu 1795 in Honiton Clist St George, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 45yrs, living in the village, Clist with parents Thomas Bowers 80yrs and Sarah Bowers 80yrs both born Devon. In 1851 James is 56yrs, unmarried, living alone in Clist Rd, St Thomas, Devon. |
| | BOWHAY | Charles | Blacksmith | 1829: Charles Bowhay, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 22yrs, living at 60 Brownston Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon with his parents John & Susan (blacksmiths). Siblings: Susan 15yrs; Egbert 14yrs; Abel 11yrs; William 6yrs; Tom 3yrs. Cousin John Bowhay 16yrs. Cousin Mary Gotley 14yrs. ?Aunt Mary Gotley 36yrs. |
| | BOWHAY | James | Blacksmith | 1825: James Bowhay, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1825 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 25yrs, living at Beeson, Stokenham, Kingsbride, Devon with wife Mary Ann 21yrs (born Ugboroug, devon) and mother Mary Maye 54yrs. |
| | BOWHAY | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Bowhay, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 16yrs, living at 60 Brownston Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon with his uncle and aunt John & Susan Bowhay (blacksmiths). |
| | BOWHAY | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Bowhay, blacksmith master. Born about 1797 in Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 54yrs, living at 60 Brownston Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, with wife Susan 44yrs (born London, London). Children: Charles 22yrs (blacksmith); Susan 15yrs; Egbert 14yrs; Abel 11yrs; William 6yrs; Tom 3yrs. Nephew John Bowhay 16yrs. Niece Mary Gotley 14yrs. Sister-in-law Mary Gotley 36yrs |
| | BOWHAY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1834: Thomas Bowhay, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Ugborough, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 17yrs, living in Shidbrook Village, Ugborough with his parents Richard & Mary Ann (blacksmiths). |
| | BOWHAY / BOWEY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1818: Richard Bowhay / Bowey, master blacksmith, employs 2 apprentices. Born about 1818 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census Richard is 33yrs, at Ludbrook Village, Ludborough, Devon with wife Mary Ann 34yrs(born Ludborough). Children: Sarah Ann 6yrs; Richard 5yrs; Henry Stoneman Bowey 4yrs (later a blacksmith listed in Blacksmiths of Australia); William 2yrs; Elizabeth 6 months infant. Also listed is apprentice/lodger 17yrs and house servant Eliza Geather 12yrs. Family emigrated to South Australia (Modbury) in 1858 on the ship "Storm Cloud" arriving in Adelaide on the 29th April. Their Blacksmith business was conducted at Gumeracha, but when the railway to Morgan was opened in 1874, the previously busy River Murray trade dwindled. Contact Alison by |
| | BOWHAY /BOWHEY | Nicholas.H. | Blacksmith | 1794: Nicholas. H. Bowhay / Bowhey, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 57yrs, living at Ridivir, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Ann 45yrs (born Charleton, Devon). Children: Charles.H. 12yrs; Mary.J. 10yrs; Emma 8yrs; Lidia.D. 5yrs; William.T. 3yrs; Isaac under 1yr infant. In 1861 Nicholas is 67yrs, Ann 56yrs and daughter Mary.J. 20yrs. |
| | BOWMAN | James | Blacksmith | 1825: James Bowman, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1825 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 26yrs, living in Willett Street, Bideham, Devon with his widowed mother Elizabeth 46yrs and 10yr old brother Samuel. |
| | BOWYER | Charles | Blacksmith | 1836: Charles Bowyer, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Chardstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 15yrs, living in Cottage, Axminster, Devon with his parents John 55yrs & Rachel 57yrs (blacksmiths). |
| | BOWYER | John | Blacksmith | 1816: John Bowyer, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UKc ensus lists John as 35yrs, living at 3 Hoe Gate, Plymouth with wife Mary. A. 33yrs (born Plymouth) and their daughters Mary. J. 4yrs and Elizabeth 2yrs. Lodger: Louisa Spraygs 1yr infant (nurse child). |
| | BOWYER | John | Blacksmith | 1798: John Bowyer, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Stockland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 55yrs, living in Cottage, Axminster, Devon with wife Rachel 57yrs (born Chardstock, Dorset) and son Charles 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith). |
| | BOWYER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1805: Thomas Bowyer, blacksmith. Born about 1805, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 36yrs, living at Yarcombe Village, Yarcombe Devon; with wife Joanna 35yrs (born Lezant-CON). Children: Ann 4yrs; Charlotte 3yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 46yrs, at Village Yarcombe, Joanna is 46yrs. Children: Charlotte 10yrs; Richard 4yrs. |
| | BOWYER | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Bowyer, blacksmith. Born 1799-1800 in Millbrook, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 51yrs, living at 39 Cornwall Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Mary 47yrs (born Millbrook) and children Emma 18yrs and John 4yrs. |
| | BOX | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Box, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Broadwoodswiger, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs, living in Lamerton, Tavistock, Devon with wife Joannah 38yrs (born Lamerton). See census for 7 children listed, including William 14yrs (born 1837 blacksmith). |
| | BOX | William | Blacksmith | 1837: William Box, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Calstock, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living in Lamerton, Tavistock, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of devon for his father John Box (born 1804) and Joannah. William had 6 siblings. |
| | BOX | William | Blacksmith | 1808: William Box, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1808 in St Giles on the Heath, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 43yrs, living at Boxes Shop, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 43yrs (born Bradford, devon). Children: Mary 13yrs, William 8yrs, John 6yrs, Eliza 3yrs, Elin 2yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: John Friend 20yrs. |
| | BOYES | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1794: Nicholas Boyes, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in East Ogwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 57yrs, living in Tolmarsh, Totnes, Devon with wife Ann 42yrs (born Buckfastleigh, devon). Stepsons: William Winsor (Boyes) 13yrs blacksmith & James Winsor (Boyes) 7yrs. |
| | BOYES | Nicolas | Blacksmith | 1819: Nicolas Boyes, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Bickington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicolas as 32yrs, living at Hawkings Court, Totnes, Devon with wife Elizh. 31yrs (born Little Hemptson, Devon). Children: Charles 5yrs, John 3yrs, Elizabeth 1yr. |
| | BOYLAND | Able | Blacksmith | 1834: Abel Boyland, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1834 in Coombe Raleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Abel as 17yrs, living with master blacksmith John and Elizabeth Perham in the Coblers Cott, Honiton, Combrawleigh, Devon. |
| | BOYS | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1828: Joseph Boys, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1828 in Bicklington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 23yrs, boarding with William & Amelia Gill in Holbean, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | BRACKNEY | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1815: Edwin Brackney, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1815 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 36yrs, living at Kenton with master blacksmith John Cruse & family. |
| | BRADFORD | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Bradford, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1822 in Holy Trinity Exeter, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 22yrs, living at 5 Colleton Grove, Holy Trinity, Exeter with wife Jamima 21yrs (born St Leonard, Devon). |
| | BRADFORD | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Bradford, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Nymete Rowland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living in Spekes Cross, Crediton, Devon with wife Charlotte 29yrs (born Lapford, Devon). Daughters: Elizabeth 5ys; Mary Anne 2yrs and Leasia 3mths infant. |
| | BRADFORD | William | Blacksmith | 1803: William Bradford, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Silverton,Torquay, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs, living at Swan Street, Torquay, Devon with wife Mellay 50yrs (born Tallaton, Devon) and sons John 18yrs and Richard 11yrs. |
| | BRADLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1793: John Bradley, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in North Tawton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 58yrs, at Lakeway Street, North Tawton, Devon. Daughter: Susanna 24yrs. Son John 28yrs (blacksmith); daughter-in-law Elizabeth Bradley 25yrs and grandson John Bradley 5mths infant |
| | BRADLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Bradley, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in North Tawton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at Lakeway Street, North Tawton, Devon with his wife Elizabeth 25yrs; his son John Bradley 5mths imfant. Also his father John Bradley 58yrs (blacksmith) plus his sister Susana Bradley 24yrs . |
| | BRADLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Bradley, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in St Mary Church, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Marychurch, Devon with his uncle & aunt, John & Eliz. Sandford (blacksmiths). |
| | BRADLEY | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Bradley, blacksmith.Born 1830-1831 in Wembworthy, Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, living in Wembworthy Village with William & Sarah Snell (blacksmiths). |
| | BRADLEY (BEADLEY) | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Bradley or Beadley, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living in Lakeway Street, North Tawton with his father John Bradley 58yrs (blacksmith). See 1851 census for surname variation. |
| | BRANHAM | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Branham, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, living at 8 Bakers Place, Stoke Damerel, Devon. William worked at the Dock Yard. Parents: William & Sarah Branham. See census 1851 for several family members. |
| | BRAUND | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Braund, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living at Anvil Corner, Holsworthy with his mother Mary Braund 46yrs, (wife of a husbandman) and his brother Samuel 7yrs. |
| | BRAY | James | Blacksmith | 1826: James Bray, blacksmith. Born about 1826, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in Bridgeville West, Cornwall (?unclear but might be apprentice to John and Gideon Cornish). Listed in Blacksmiths Cornwall and Devon. Contact Perry by |
| | BRAY | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Bray, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Marhamchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, living at Pyworthy Village, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Elizabeth 21yrs (born Pyworthy, Devon). Children: Mary Jane 2yrs, Martha. M. 2yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: Samuel Snowden 16yrs. |
| | BRENT | William | Blacksmith | 1796: William Brent, master blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Great Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 55yrs, living in Well Street,Torrington with wife Mary 49yrs (born Glover Gt.Torrington). Children: Eliza 24yrs, Fanny 21yrs, Harriett 13yrs, William 11yrs. |
| | BREWER | Edward | Blacksmith | 1837: Edward Brewer, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Alphington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 14yrs, living in Alphington Rd, Alphngton with his parents James & Har. Brewer (blacksmiths). |
| | BREWER | James | Blacksmith | 1809: James Brewer, blacksmith. Born about 1809 at Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 42yrs, living in Alphington Rd, Alphngton, Devon with wife Har. 39yrs (born Ditcheat, Somerset). Children: Edward 14yrs (blacksmith), James 8yrs, Emelia 5yrs. I have a transcript of the entries he made in his family bible and happy to share information, Contact Clive by. |
| | BRICKNELL /BICKNELL | Robert | Blacksmith | 1820: Robert Bricknell (Bicknell), blacksmith. Born about 1820, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 20yrs, living in Topsham, Devon with his family. Father William 45yrs (labourer); Mother Sarah 45yrs, Siblings: Matthew 20yrs; Elizabeth 15yrs; George 10yrs; Abraham 9yrs; Sarah 7yrs; William 4yrs; Mary 10 months infant. |
| | BRIGHT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1832: Thomas Bright,blacksmith. Born about 1832, Shillingford, Devon,England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs,lodging at Dunchedeock, with master blacksmith John Lowton and family. |
| | BRIMBLECOMBE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Brimblecombe, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Devomport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, living in 72 Princess Street, Devonport, Devon with his parents John and Jane and his brother Andrew 28yrs. |
| | BRIMBLECOMBE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1810: Thomas Brimblecombe, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 41yrs, living at 73 Princess Street, Devonport with wife Susan 34yrs (born Sandford, Devon). |
| | BRITTON | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Britton, master blacksmith employs 1 man. Born 1810-1811 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Elmscott, Bideford, Devon with wife Mary 35yrs (born Bradworthy, devon). Children: Elizabeth 9yrs, John 7yrs, William 5yrs, Philip 3yrs, Jabez 1y. Also James Short 18yrs (blacksmith servant). |
| | BROAD | Charles | Blacksmith | 1835: Charles Board, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 6yrs, living with his parents blacksmith master Robert and Sarah Board in Churchstanton. In 1851 Charles is 16yrs, unmarried, still with his parents and siblings in Churchstanton |
| | BROAD | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1832: Joseph Board, blacksmith. Born about1832 in Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph as 9yrs, living with his parents blacksmith master Robert and Sarah Board in Churchstanton. In 1851 Joseph is 19yrs, unmarried, still with his parents and siblings in Churchstanton |
| | BROAD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1802: Robert Board, blacksmith master. Born about 1802 in Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon. 1841 UK census lists Robert as 35yrs, living in Churchstanton with wife Sarah 40yrs. Children: William 15yrs; Temperance 14yrs; Sarah 13yrs; Joseph 9yrs; Charles 6yrs; Henry 1yr infant. Others listed are William Apsley 15yrs and blacksmiths John Bromfield 20yrs. In 1851 Robert is 49yrs, Sarah 55yrs, still living in Churchstanton. Children: John Bromfield 30yrs (blacksmith); William Board 26yrs (blacksmith); Sarah Moore (nee Board)23yrs; Joseph Board 19yrs; Charles Board 16yrs; Henry Board 11yrs. Visitors John Moore 22yrs (a cooper); James Hardy 40yrs (stone mason);Robert Summerhayes 32yrs (ag. Labourer). |
| | BROAD | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Board, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living with his parents blacksmith master Robert and Sarah Board in Churchstanton. In 1851 William is 26yrs, unmarried, still with his parents and siblings in Churchstanton. |
| | BROCK | Edward | Blacksmith | 1828: Edward Brock, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Markham, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 23yrs, living at 12 Princess Street, Devonport, Devon with his parents William & Matha Brock plus his sisters Jane. H. 19yrs and Sarah 17yrs. |
| | BROCK | William | Blacksmith | 1799: William Brock, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Iddesleigh , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 52yrs, living in the Village, Broadwood Kelly, Devon with wife Jane 50yrs (born Exbourne, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 16yrs,William 13yrs, Mark 9yrs. Lodger Joanna Parr 80yrs widow Pauper. |
| | BROMELL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1833: Samuel Bromell, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Tamerton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 18yrs, apprentice lodging at Ash Hill, Holsworthy, Devon with master blacksmith John & Susann Gay. |
| | BROMELL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Bromell, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, living in Pyworthy, Holsworthy, Devon. Visiting John & Eliz.Bromell & family(farmers 110 acres). Also listed: John Petherick 20yrs 9servant); Daniel Paddon 14yrs (servant); Susan Bear 20yrs (servant); Jane Bromell 7yrs (visitor). |
| | BROMFIELD | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Bromfield, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon. 1841 UK census lists John as 20yrs, lodging with blacksmith Robert and Sarah Board and family in Churchstanton. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, still living with Robert and Sarah Board at Churchstanton, John is listed as a son of Robert & Sarah Broad. See parents & siblings listed in Blacksmiths of Devon A-G |
| | BROMHAM | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1837: Frederick Bromham, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Brindon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 14yrs, lodging in Gunn, Barnstaple, Devon with master blacksmith Richard Prescott 33yrs. |
| | BROMIL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1825: Richard Bromil, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Milton Damerell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 26yrs, living in Holsworthy Beacon, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 31yrs (born Holsworthy) and son Caleb 1yr infant. |
| | BROOKS | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Brooks, master blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 34yrs, living in Church Street, Ilfracombe, with wife Elizabeth 35yrs (born Ilfracombe). Daughters: Sarah Jane 12yrs , Eliza 10yrs, Mary 3yrs. |
| | BROOKS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1808: Thomas Brooks, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 43yrs, living at 3 Albion Cottage, St Sidwell, Exeter, Devonshire. With wife Elizabeth 40yrs (born Kingsbrompton, Somerset). Children listed: Anne 5yrs,Lucy 2yrs, Jessey 6months. |
| | BROOKS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1791: Thomas Brooks, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, wife Ann 50yrs, living in Hartland, Devon. Also listed is Grace Elliott 10yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 60yrs, Ann is 60yrs, living in Park Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. The 1841 Census shows trade as 'smith'. |
| | BROOM | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Broom, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Uffculme, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, living in Oldbeat, Wellington, Devon with wife Mary 24yrs (born Wellington, Somerset). Children: William Broom 3mths infant. Father-in-law: Robert Gillard 56yrs, widower. Brother-in-law: William Gillard 9yrs. |
| | BROOM | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Broom, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Uffculm, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living in Mill Lane, Newton Abbot, Highweek,Devon with wife Mary 60yrs (born Newton Bushell, Devon). |
| | BROUND | Wm Arthur | Blacksmith | 1830: Wm.Arthur Bround, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Sheepwash, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Wiliam as 21yrs, lodging in But Park, Bridford, St Thomas, Devonshire with the Addems family. |
| | BROWN | Charles | Blacksmith | 1795: Charles Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 45yrs, wife Mary 43yrs (born Tavistock) living in Lamerton, Devon. Children: Elizabeth 15yrs; Thomas 11yrs (blacksmith); John 8yrs; Henry 6yrs; Mary 3yrs. Phillip Greening 15yrs. In 1851 Charles is 56yrs, living at Lamerton Green, Tavistock, Devon with wife Mary 53yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Thomas 21yrs (blacksmith); John 18yrs; Henry 16yrs (carpenter); Mary Ann 13yrs. Visitor Mary Ann Cox 4yrs. Servant Mary Ann Williams 19yrs. Lodgers: William Gliddon 20yrs (copper miner) and John Gliddon 18yrs (copper miner). |
| | BROWN | Charles | Blacksmith | 1819: Charles Brown, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1819 in Teignmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 32yrs, living at Whites Court Back Lane, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Wife: Charlotte 26yrs (born Whitstone, Devon). |
| | BROWN | Christopher | Blacksmith | 1828: Christopher Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Millbrook, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Christopher as 23yrs, living at 44 Mount Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Lucy 24yrs (born Devonport, Devon). Children: George 1yr, Lucy 6mths infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | BROWN | Edmond (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1800: Edmund Brown (Snr), blacksmith master. Born about 1800 in Lamerton near Tavistock , Devon, England. He was a smith at Meavy nr Yelverton, Devon. Lived in the Smithy at Meavy with wife Peggy and 10 children. See Blacksmiths of devon for 2 sons Edmund (born 1827) and John (born 1826). Edmund (Snr) and wife Peggy are both buried at Meavy church. The smithy is still there albeit slightly altered over time, but is still occupied. Contact Alec by |
| | BROWN | Edmond (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1827: Edmund Brown (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Edmund as 14yrs, living at the Smiths Shop in Meavy with his parents master blacksmith Edmund 40yrs and Peggy 40yrs. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents and several siblings. Contact Alec by |
| | BROWN | James | Blacksmith | 1787: James Brown, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1787 in Kelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 64yrs, living in Tinney, Tinney, Lifton, Tavistock,Devon with wife Ann 66yrs (born Lifton, Devon). |
| | BROWN | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Meavy (Plymouth), Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 15yrs living at the Smiths Shop in Meavy with his parents master blacksmith Edmund 40yrs and Peggy 40yrs. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents and several siblings. Contact Alec by |
| | BROWN | John | Blacksmith | 1807: John Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Broadwoodwidger Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 44yrs, living in Broadwood Town, Broadwoodwidger with wife Mary 36yrs (born Launcell, Cornwall). Children: Thomas 9yrs, Elizabeth 7yrs, John 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: Elexander Stephens 19yrs. Lodger: William Blithe 67yrs (ag. Labourer). Visitor: Charity Sleeman 15yrs. |
| | BROWN | John | Blacksmith | 1833: John Brown, blacksmith. Born about1833 in Lamerton,Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 18yrs living at Lamerton Green with his parents blacksmith Charles (born 1795) & Mary Brown. In 1861 John is 28yrs, unmarried, living at Lamerton Gren with his brother Thomas 31yrs (born 1830 balcksmith). His widowed mother Mary 63yrs. His sister Mary Ann Brown 23yrs. His brother John Brown 28yrs. Niece Elizabeth Brown 2yrs. Servant James Dart 31yrs, unmarried (blacksmith). Lodger Christopher Sowton 27yrs, unmarried (copper miner). |
| | BROWN | Philip | Blacksmith | 1786: Philip Brown, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1786 in Holbeton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 65yrs, lodging in Creacombe, Plympton St Mary, Devon with William & Mary Brown (blacksmiths). |
| | BROWN | Robert | Blacksmith | 1828: Robert Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Churchstanton, Taunton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 23yrs, lodging at the Kings Arms Inn, Taunton, Devon with William & Sarah Boalch. |
| | BROWN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1750: Thomas Brown, blacksmith. Born 1750 and died 1829. Thomas was a blacksmith at Lifton, Devon. Wife: Susanna Chapman, born about 1748 and died 1824. Children: Elizabeth born about 1777, married Roger Palmer in 1803; Peter born about 1779, married Charlotte Squire in 1806; Thomas born about 1780, married Grace Parkin in 1806; William born about 1782, married Mary Ann Minifee in 1808; Henry born about 1784, married Ann; John born about 1786; Richard born about 1788, married Martha Blatchford in 1827; Thomasine born about 1790; Christopher born about 1792, married Elizabeth Newberry in 1815; Charles born about 1794, married Mary. Contact Trevor by |
| | BROWN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Lamerton, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 11yrs living in Lamerton with his parents Charles 45yrs and Mary 40yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 15yrs; John 8yrs; Henry 6yrs; Mary 3yrs. Phillip Greening 15yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 21yrs still living at Lamerton Green with his family. |
| | BROWN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1800: Thomas Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in ?NK. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, lodging in Green Lane, Barnstaple with Charles 40yrs and Elizabeth 40yrs Hooper family (umbrella makers). |
| | BROWN | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Brown, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, living in Mulberry St Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Ann 33yrs (born Teignmouth, Devon) and son Robert 5yrs. |
| | BROWN | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Brown, master blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Holbeton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in Creacombe, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Mary 49yrs (born Harburton, Devon). Children: Mary 1yrs, James 16yrs, Philip 12yrs. Lodger: Philip Brown 65yrs (blacksmith journeyman). |
| | BROWNING | John | Blacksmith | 1788: John Browning, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 63yrs, living in Northlew Town, Okehampton, Devon with wife Ann 60yrs (born Northlew) and son William 22yrs (blacksmith) plus grandson John Browning 1yr infant. |
| | BROWNING | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Browning, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living in Northlew Town, Okehampton, Devon with his parents, blacksmith John & Ann plus john Browning 1yr infant (grandson of John and Ann Browning). |
| | BROWNSCOMBE | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Brownscombe, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Atherington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 30yrs, living in Dark Lane, Bideham, Devon with wife Elizabeth 32yrs (born Wear Gifford, Devon) and sons John 3yrs and William 1yr infant. Visitor: George Parkhouse 23yrs (blacksmith). |
| | BUCKLER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1798: Richard Buckler, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Pyworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 53yrs, living in North Street, Pyworthy. Children: Jane 15yrs, John 11yrs, Richard 6yrs. Possibly not the same Richard as 'Richard Trease Buckler who is also listed in this index. |
| | BUCKLER | Richard Trease | Blacksmith | 1801: Richard Trease Buckler, blacksmith. Born about 1801, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 40yrs, living at Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 40yrs (born Devon). Children all born in Devon: Eliza 15yrs, Charlotte 13yrs, Mary 8yrs, Jane 5yrs, William 4yrs, John 2yrs. Contact Cynthia by . |
| | BUCKNOLE | Mary | Blacksmith | 1807: Mary Bucknole, blacksmith master, employs 3 men including her son. Born about 1807 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mary as 44yrs, a widow, living in Lyme St. Axminster with her son Samuel (born 1834 blacksmith). |
| | BUCKNOLE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1834: Samuel Bucknole, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 17yrs, living in Lyme St. Axminster with his mother Mary Bucknole 44yrs, a widow and blacksmith. |
| | BUDD | James | Blacksmith | 1811: James Budd, blacksmith. Baptised 05 May 1811, Chittlehampton, Devon, England. Parents William Budd (1767-1823) and Mary Avery. Wife Sarah Johnson (1808-1878). Moved to Cardiff. Bp 5 May 1811 Chittlehampton, Devon; parents William Budd 1767-1823 and Mary Avery. 1851 48 Bridge Street, St John's, Cardiff, James Budd 40, blacksmith, with wife Sarah 40, Mary 5, Robert Henry 2, and lodger John Taylor, labourer, 45, all born Cardiff. (NB 1851 census has his birthplace as Chislehampton, Oxfordshire! Clearly an error.) 1861: at 18 Nelson Street, Cardiff , James Budd 50, blacksmith, with wife Sarah 50, daughter Mary 16 and a lodger William Laurie? 35, carpenter. Can't find him in 1871 or 1881.FreeBMD death aged 76 March quarter 1887 Cardiff 11a, 177. Contact Linda by |
| | BUDD | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Budd, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 25yrs, living in High Street, Clarence Place, Ilfracombe with Joshua Avery. |
| | BULLEN | James Rowe | Blacksmith | 1807: James Rowe Bullen, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 44yrs, living in Alphington Street, Apostle St Thomas Devon with wife Mary Ann 42yrs (born Alphington) |
| | BULLEN | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Bullen, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in St Tomas, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists 17yrs , living in Alphington Street, Apostle St Thomas, Devon with his parents, blacksmith James Rowe Bullen & Mary Ann Bullen. |
| | BULLEY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1833: Henry Bulley, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1833 in East Ogwell, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 18yrs, living in East Ogwell with his parents Thomas & Elizabeth. |
| | BULLEY | Martin | Blacksmith | 1822: Martin Bulley, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Martin as 29yrs, living at 18 Catherine Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Charlotte 27yrs (born Exmouth, devon) and sons William 3yrs and Walter 1yr. |
| | BULLEY | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Bulley, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 60yrs, living in St Andrew Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary 60yrs (born Tavistock, Devon). See census 1851 for 6 children listed. Also, see the Iron Workers Index for sons William and Samuel. |
| | BULLRY | Charles | Blacksmith | 1825: Charles Bullry, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 24yrs, living at Horsepool, Totnes, Devon. Son of John & Jane Bullry (blacksmiths). Brother William 37yrs (blacksmith) and sisters Mary 22yrs and Grace 17yrs. |
| | BULLRY | John | Blacksmith | 1793: John Bullry, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 58yrs, living at Horsepool, Totnes, Devon with wife Jane 61yrs (born Brixham). Children: William 37yrs (blacksmith), Charles 24yrs (blacksmith), Mary 22yrs and Grace 17yrs |
| | BULLRY | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Bullry, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living at Horsepool, Totnes, Devon. Son of John & Jane Bullry (blacksmiths). Brother Charles 24yrs (blacksmith) and sisters Mary 22yrs and Grace 17yrs |
| | BUNKER | William | Blacksmith | 1789: William Bunker, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Hennock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 62yrs, a widower, living at 1-Union Workhouse, Newton Abbott, Wolborough,Devon. |
| | BUNRELL | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Bunrell, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Stoke Admiral, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, visiting shipwright James Waller and his family at 27 Charlotte Terrace, Morice, Devon. |
| | BURDEN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1803: Henry Burden, master blacksmith. Born 1803 in Stoke Clissland, Cornwall, England and died March 1883. Henry married Mary Larke on 27th May 1827. The 1841 UK census for Broadwood Widger, Devon lists him as 35yrs living at Thorn Moor with wife Mary 40yrs (born Dunterton). Children listed: James Burden 10yrs (became a blacksmith); Robert Burden 7yrs; William Burden 5yrs. Seen again in 1851 census still at Thorn Moor. The 1861 census lists Henry as 57yrs, at Thornmoor Cottage; wife Mary 61yrs. See Blacksmiths of Devon for son James and his family. Contact Wendy by |
| | BURDEN | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Burden, master blacksmith and farmer. Born 1830-1831 in BroadwoodWidger, Devon, England and died December 1894. James married Mary Kennard in March 1857. The 1861 census lists him as 30yrs, living at BroadwoodWidger with wife Mary 26yrs (born BrattonClovelly). Children listed: Ellen Kennard Burden 3yrs; Henry 2yrs, William 6 months infant. The 1871 census shows extra children, namely, John 8, James 6, Richard 4, Mary 2. Although James was a master blacksmith he became a farmer by 1881. The possible reason he became a farmer is that in 1851 there were 5 blacksmiths in this small village. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents Henry (born 1803) and Mary plus siblings. Contact Wendy by |
| | BURGESS | Michal | Blacksmith | 1838: Michal Burgess, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1838 in Combmartin, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Michael as 13yrs, living in Part of Harrises, Barnstpale, Devon with his parents George (a postman) and Mary plus his siblings. |
| | BURGISS | William | Blacksmith | 1792: William Burgiss blacksmith master and farmer of 14 acres, employs 1 blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Trentishoe , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 59yrs, living in East Down Mills, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Rebecha 56yrs (born Paracombe, Devon). |
| | BURGOYNE | Robt. | Blacksmith | 1824: Robert Burgoyne, blacksmith. Born about 18214 in Chivelstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists 27yrs, lodging in New House, East Portlemouth, Kingsbridge, Devon with blacksmith James & Mary Powlesland. |
| | BURMAN | Richard (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1840: Richard Burham (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1840-1841 in Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 4yrs, living in Clovelly with his parents, blacksmith Richard (born 1809) amd Mary Burham. Siblings: Samuel 8yrs; Diana 6yrs; Mary 1yr infant. In 1851 Richard is 14yrs still with his family in Clivelly. In 1871 Richard is listed as 30yrs ?unmarried, still with his parents. Also listed is apprentice blacksmith Graham Arnott 15yrs (born 1856) and house servant Fanny Fruthen, 15yrs. |
| | BURMAN | Richard (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1809: Richard Burman (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 30yrs, living in Sierra, Clovelly, Devon, England with wife Mary 30yrs (born Clovelly). Children: Samuel 8yrs; Diana 6yrs; Richard 4yrs; Mary 1yr infant. In 1851 Richard is 42yrs, Mary 44yrs, still in Sierra, Clovelly. Children: Samuel 18yrs, Dina 16yrs, Richard 14yrs, Mary. A. 11yrs, Charlotte 8yrs. Servant: John Collins 24yrs, unmarried, born Clovelly. 1871 census: Richard is listed as 61yrs, Mary 62yrs, and son Richard 30yrs (blacksmith), still in Clovelly. Others Listed: Fanny Fruthen 15yrs and Graham Arnott 15yrs (born 1856 in Clovelly, blacksmiths apprentice). |
| | BURMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1795: William Burman, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Clovelley, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 46yrs, living at North Hill, Clovelly, Devon with wife Mary 40yrs (Monkley, Devon) and son Richard 19yrs (born 1818). In 1851 William is 56yrs, Mary 50yrs, living at Quay, Bideford, Devon. No others listed. |
| | BURNEL | Robert | Blacksmith | 1796: Robert Burnell, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Brendon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 55yrs, living in House, Barnstable, Devon. with wife Mary 61yrs (born East Down, Devon). |
| | BURNELL | David | Blacksmith | 1827: David Burnell, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Lynton, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists David as 24yrs, living in East Ilkerton, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Jemima 26yrs (born Lynton) and son William 8yrs. They are living with Jemima's father James Vellacott (widower) & family. |
| | BURNELL | David | Blacksmith | 1797: David Burnell, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Countisbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists David as 54yrs, living at Countisbury Mill, Barnstaple with wife Esther 47yrs (born Lynton, Devon) and son Robert 3yrs. |
| | BURNELL | John | Blacksmith | 1788: John Burnell, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Brendon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 63yrs, living at Barbrook Mill, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Agness 63yrs (born Barnstaple). |
| | BURNELL | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Burnell, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1820 in Lynton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 31yrs, living in Chapple Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Harriet 24yrs (born Brixham, devon) and sons John 2yrs & Robert 1yr. |
| | BURNELL | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Burnell, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Lynton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, living at Barbrook Mill, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents William & Mary Burnell (farmers); his brother Joseph 17yrs Burnell and his sister Sarah Burnell 13yrs. |
| | BURNETT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1801: Thomas Burnett, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1801, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at Gasking Street, Plymouth, Devon with his two sisters Sarah Burnett 35yrs (born Devon) and Martha Burnett 25yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). In 1851 Thomas is 58yrs, at 17 Gasking Street, Plymouth; his sisters Sarah Burnett 52yrs (unmarried,seamtress) and Martha Burnett 48yrs (unmarried,seamtress). Contact Andy by |
| | BURNETT | William | Blacksmith | 1835: William Burnett, blacksmith. Born 1835-1836, Torquay, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 4yrs, living with his mother Ann Burnett 25yrs (serge weaver), Dean Street, Crediton, Devon. In 1851 William is 15yrs, living with his step-father Robert Full and mother Ann Full (was Burnett) and family at 33 Temperence Street, Newton Abbott, Devon. Contact Andy by |
| | BURRIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1788: William Burridge, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Kingsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 63yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Jane 62yrs (born Silveton, Devon). |
| | BURROW | Henry | Blacksmith | 1834: Henry Burrow, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1834 in Sidmouth, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 17yrs, living in Sidmouth with his parents Samuel & Sarah Burrow. |
| | BURY | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Bury, blacksmith journeyman and servant. Born about 1833 in Offwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs lodging with blacksmith Thomas & Priscilla Edwards at Pot Lake, Watchcombe, Tithing, Colyton, Axminster, Devon. |
| | BUTCHER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1814: Samuel Butcher, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Gittisham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 37yrs, Whimple, St Thomas, Devon with wife Sarah 33yrs (born Whimple) and their sons Henry 7yrs; William 3yrs and Thomas. M. 1yr infant. |
| | BUTLAND | William | Blacksmith | 1805: William Butland, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 46yrs, living at 15 Church Street, Newton Abbot, Tormoham, Devon with wife Ann 50yrs (born Ashburton). Children: Edward 19yrs,Eliza 14yrs,Thomas 12yrs,Charlotte 9yrs,Emma 4yrs. Niece: Eliza Syons 18yrs. |
| | BUTLAND | William | Blacksmith | 1775: William Butland, blacksmith. Born about 1775 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 76yrs, a widower, living at 3 Laborman Row, Newton Abbot with his son Robert (& Maria). |
| | BUTLER | George | Blacksmith | 1789: George Butler, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Morthoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 62yrs,living in Willincott, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 71yrs (born George Ham, Devon) plus daughter Maria Butler 41yrs and grandson Robert Butler 4yrs. |
| | BUTLER | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Butler, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Westsdown, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 42yrs, living in Willincott, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 36yrs (born Morthoe). Children: Mary Ann 16yrs, Elizabeth 13yrs, John 10yrds, William 8yrs, Eliza 5yrs, George 3yrs, Ann 1yr. |
| | BUTT | James | Blacksmith | 1819: James Butt, blacksmith. Born about 1819, Shobrooke, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists James as 32yr, unmarried, at North Street, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | BUY | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Buy blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1727 in Coldridge , Devon. or Buy The 1851 UK census lists him as 24yrs, at Lower Bowdon, Totnes, Ashprington, Devon; with Edward & Harriett Crees (listed in Blacksmiths of Devon). |
| | BUZZACOTT (BERSECOTT) | John | Blacksmith | 1831: John Buzzacott (Bersecott),blacksmith. Born about 1831, Bishops tawnton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, at 100 George's Lane, Newport, Devon as apprentice to master blacksmith George Eddy born 1796. |
| | CALLARD | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1811: Abraham Callard, blacksmith journeyman, marker. Born about 1811, at North Huish, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Abraham as 30yrs, unmarried, living at New House, North Huish, Devon with parents Thomas 60yrs (blacksmith) and Catherine 60yrs plus his sister Eleanor 15yrs. In 1851 Abraham is 42yrs, unmarried, at Newhouse Village, 253, North Huish; with his father Thomas 80yrs and sister Eleanor 29yrs, unmarried. |
| | CALLARD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1816: Robert Callard, blacksmith. Born about 1816, Ashreigney, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 25yrs, at Ridlecombe, Ashreigney. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members. In 1851 Robert is 42yrs, at the Village, Ashreigney with wife Mary 28yrs (born Ashreigney). Children: Ann 6yrs, William 3yrs. |
| | CALLARD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1771: Thomas Callard, master blacksmith. Born about 1771, Buckfastleigh, North Huish, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 80yrs, a widower (blacksmith marker)at Newhouse Village, 253, North Huish,Totnes,Devon. Daughter Eleanor 27yrs hosuekeeper. Son: Abraham 42yrs (blacksmith). |
| | CALLARD | William | Blacksmith | 1805: William Callard, blacksmith. Born about 1805, Ashreigney, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 35yrs, at Ridlecombe, Ashreigney with wife Susanna 25yrs. Children: William 2yrs; Robert 6 months infant. Also listed are: Robert Callard 25yrs (blacksmith); Thomas Callard 25yrs; William Callard 15yrs (blacksmith journeyman). In 1851 William is 46yrs, at Ellacotts, Ashreigney, Devon; with wife Susanna 38yrs (born Winkleigh,Devon). Children: William 12yrs; Robert 10yrs; John 6yrs; Mary Grace 3yrs. |
| | CALLARD | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Callard, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826, Ashreigney, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living at Ridlecombe, Ashreigney. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members. In 1871 William is 49yrs, at 2 Whiteoak, Burrington, Devon with wife Ann 49yrs (born Ashreigney). Children: Sarah.J. 17yrs; Thomas 12yrs; Arthur 9yrs; Mary.G. 6yrs; James 2yrs. |
| | CALLAWAY | James | Blacksmith | 1787: James Callaway, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Poughill, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 64yrs, living in Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Sarah 63yrs (born Gibralta, British Subject) and children James 30yrs unmarried (a tailor) and Eliza 20yrs unmarried (milliner). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | CALLAWAY | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Callaway, blacksmith. Born about 2828 in Tamerton Folliott, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, living in Seven Star Lane, Plympton St Mary, Devon. with wife Jane 24yrs (born Cornwood, devon) and daughter Susan.N. 3yrs. |
| | CALLAWAY | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Callaway, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Eggbuckld, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living in Lamberts Place, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Lavinia 36yrs (born Eggbuckld). Children: Lavinia 6yrs, Richard.G. 4yrs, Alice.C. 2yrs, Fanny.M. 4 months infant. Mother-in-Law: Ann Gould 66yrs widow. |
| | CALLAWAY | Zachariah | Blacksmith | 1798: Zacharia Callaway, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Zacharia as 53yrs, a widower, living in Seven Star Lane, Plympton St Mary, Devon with his son Edward 13yrs scholar. |
| | CALLOW | George | Blacksmith | 1836: George Callow, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Newton St Cyres, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 15yrs, living in Newton Village, Newton St Cyres with his parents, blacksmith James (born 1806) and Fanny. Siblings: William 21yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 8yrs, James 5yrs, Frank 2yrs. |
| | CALLOW | James | Blacksmith | 1806: James Callow, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Culmstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census Lists James as 45yrs, living in Newton St Cyres, Devon with wife Fanny 43yrs (born Crediton, Devon). Children: William 21yrs (blacksmith), George 15ys (blacksmith), Elizabeth 8yrs, James 5yrs, Frank 2yrs. |
| | CALLOW | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Callow, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 21yrs, living in Newton Village, Newton St Cyres with his parents, blacksmith James 45yrs (born 1806) and Fanny 43yrs. Siblings: George 15yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 8yrs, James 5yrs, Frank 2yrs |
| | CAME | Thomas.H. | Blacksmith | 1819: Thomas. H. Came, master blackmith. Born about 1819 in Cornworthy, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists 32yrs, living in Cornworthy Village with wife Harriet 28yrs (born Dittisham, Devon) and children Mary. J. 4yrs and son William. N. 1yr. |
| | CAMP | Stephen (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1824: Stephen Camp (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 4th January 1824 in Stoke Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Stephen as 27yrs, unmarried, living in Newhouse Cott’s with parents, blacksmith Stephen 54yrs (born 1797) & Ann Camp 47yrs . See familysearch.org for details. |
| | CAMP | Stephen (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1797: Stephen Camp (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Harberton, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Stephen as 54yrs, living in Newhouse Cotts, Dartington Totnes, Devon with wife Ann 47yrs (born Stoke Fleming, devon) and their son Stephen 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith) and Emma 10yrs. |
| | CAMPIN ? | George | Blacksmith | 1814: George Campin, blacksmith.Born About 1814, Ilsington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 37yrs, at Water Cottage, Ashburton, Devon with wife Mary 36yrs (born Ermington, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 10yrs; Emma 9yrs; Susannah 7yrs; Enoch 4yrs; Aaron 2yrs; Lodgers: John Leaman 74yrs (born Ashburton) ag.labourer and Joseph Leaman 23yr (born Ashburton) ag. Labourer. |
| | CAMPION | John | Blacksmith | 1803: John Campin,blacksmith. Born about 1803, Ilsington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 48yrs, at Lower Sigford, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 36yrs plus children Ann 6yrs, Jonas 3yrs. Living with his father Samuel Campion 69yrs(blacksmith). |
| | CAMPION | Robert Burn | Blacksmith | 1857: Robert Burn Campion, blacksmith,shoeing smith. Born 1857, Ilsington, Devon, son of William Field Campion. Wife: Ellen Louisa Pascoe,married 1878 in Kingskerswell. Died 1930,Truro, Cornwall. 1881 Census: Shoeing Smith at 2 Beenlands Cottages, Tor Square, Tormoham, Devon. 1891 Census: Railway Blacksmith living at Blacksmiths Shop, 44 Mill Lane, Highweek, Devon with his wife & family. 1901 Census: Living at 43 Hilton Rd, Wolborough with Newton Abbott. Shortly after he & the family moved to Cornwall, living at Kenwick St, Truro & employed as a blacksmith on 39s a week. Also entered in Blacksmiths of Cornwall. Contact Alan by. |
| | CAMPION | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1782: Samuel Campion,blacksmith. Born about 1782, Ilsington, Devon, England. The 1851 aUK census lists Samuel as 69yrs,a widower, at Lower Sigford, Newton Abbot. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his son John 48yrs; daughter-in-law Mary Campion plus grandchildren Ann campion 6yrs and Jonas campion 3yrs. |
| | CAMPION | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1806: Thomas Campion, blacksmith. Born about 1806, Ilsington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 45yrs, at Town, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 45yrs (bornborn East Ogwell, Devon) plus son William Field Campion (blacksmith). |
| | CAMPION | William Field | Blacksmith | 1830: William Field Campion,blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in East Ogwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at Town,Newton Abbot, Devon with parents Thomas & Mary(blacksmiths). |
| | CAMPLIN | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Camplin, blacksmith. Born about 1832, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 19yrs, unmarried, living at Mill Green,Lyme Regis, Devon. Also listed are his father Robert 65yrs (pauper former sailer); mother: Elizabeth 60yrs; sister Sarah Covey 34yrs and grandfather John Camplin 88yrs,wiodower (pauper former sailer). |
| | CAMPSIN | Jonas | Blacksmith | 1825: Jonas Campsin, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Ilsington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Jonas as 26yrs, living in Roborough Lane, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Harriet 25yrs (born Bickington, Devon). |
| | CANN | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1827: Isaac Cann, blacksmith. Born about 1827, Parkham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Isaac as 24yrs, Lodges with & works for blacksmith John & Arabella Hill, in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devon. Contact Linda by.
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| | CANN | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Cann, blacksmith. Born about 1810-1811, South Tawton, Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, living at High St, St.Thomas,Topsham, with wife Jane 38yrs (born Topsham). Children: Mary Jane, George 13yrs, Elizabeth 10yrs, Samuel 8yrs, William Honey Cann 5yrs (blacksmith); James.H. 3yrs. & Rheuben 1yr infant. Contact Linda by. |
| | CANN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1822: Samuel Cann, blacksmith. Born about 1822, Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 29yrs, living in Town, High Street, Topsham, Devon with wife Clarissa 31yrs (born Topsham, Devon) and daughter Charirt 8months infant. Contact Linda by. |
| | CANN | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Cann, blacksmith, journeyman. Born1820-1821 in Drewsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK ce nsus lists William as 30yrs, living in Mill Street, Chagford, Devon. With wife Mary 31yrs (born Chagford, Devon) and daughter-in-law Elizabeth Stoneman 8yrs (?step daughter). Contact Linda by. |
| | CANN | William Honey | Blacksmith | 1846: William Honey Cann, blacksmith. Born about 1846, Colebrook, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 5yrs, living at Penstone Village, Crediton, Devon; with wife Eliza 34yrs (born Colebrook). Children: Thomas 8yrs, Mary 5yrs, George 2yrs. I have a copy of his indenture with shipbuilders in Topsham - a partial scan of it and my transcription of it is on my personal research website at
http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~blumbarton/occupations/whcannind.htm I have more information on William H. Cann and John Cann. Contact Linda by. |
| | CAPE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1845: Thomas Cape, blacksmith. Born about 1845 London, Middlesex, England . The 1871 UK census lists Thomas as 26yrs, unmarried, working as a general smith. Boarding with cloth maker John Hibberd and family in Chippenham. In 1881 Thomas is 36yrs, wife Anne 41ys, living at No 4 Prospect Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire. Children: William 7yrs; Edith. A. 6yrs; Lillian. M. 5yrs; Thomas. H. 2yrs; Harriet. A. under 1yr infant. They moved to Uxbridge, Devon and Thomas died there 5th January 1920 in Uxbridge. Anne died in Uxbridge about April 1914. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Wiltshire. Contact Kathy by |
| | CAPRON | Richard | Blacksmith | 1789: Richard Capron, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Heavitree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 62yrs, living Back of North Place, St Thomas, Heavitree with wife Mary Ann 67yrs )born Pinhoe) plus his daughter Mary 28yrs and grandson Samuel Capron 26yrs (blacksmith). |
| | CAPRON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1825: Samuel Capron, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Heavitree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 26yrs, living Back of North Place, St Thomas, Heavitree with his grand-parents, blacksmith Richard 62yrs (born 1789) & Mary Ann Capron 67yrs. |
| | CARAWAY (CARWAY) | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1776: Joseph Carway/Caraway?, blacksmith. Contributor states he was born about 1776 in ?Guil, Devon, England and in 1851 he was 75yrs, a widower, living at Little Cossoman, Upottery, Honiton, Devon with his son Thomas 42y; daughter-in-law Hannah 40yrs and grandaughter Sarah 8y. I cannot find them on 1841-1851-1861 census. |
| | CARMICHAEL | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1834: Nicholas Carmichael, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in East Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 17yrs, living at 344 Adelaide Street, East Stonehouse with his father Alexander 60yrs widower and brothers Henry 22yrs (a mason) and Alexander 10yrs. |
| | CARNALL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1830: Richard Carnall, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Lyme Regis, Axminster, Devon-Dorset boarder, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 21yrs, lodging with Sarah Adams 56yr and her daughter Martah Adams 18yrs in Monmouth Street, Lyme. |
| | CARNELL | Mary | Blacksmith | 1803: Mary Carnall, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Zeal Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mary as 48yrs, a widow, living in Red Cow, St David, Exeter, Devon. |
| | CARPENTER | Charles | Blacksmith | 1833: Charles Carpenter, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Buckland Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 18yrs, lodging with Samuel Vennor and his family in Buckland Village. |
| | CARPENTER | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1799: John Carpenter (Jnr), master blacksmith, employs 3 men. Born about 1799 in Huish, Devon, England. The 1851 Uk census lists John as 52yrs, living in More Cottage, Torrington, Devon with his wife Betsey 48yrs (born Little Torrington). See census 1851 for several children listed. Living with them is Johns’ father John Carpenter (Snr) 80yrs, a retired blacksmith-pauper. |
| | CARPENTER | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1771: John Carpenter (Snr), blacksmith, pauper. Born about 1771 in Iddesleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 80yrs, living in More Cottage, Torrington, Devon with his son John (a blacksmith), daughter-in-law Betsy & family. John (Snr) is listed in Blacksmiths of Norfolk and Pauper Indexes. |
| | CARTER | Francis | Blacksmith | 1806: Francis Carter, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Colaton Rawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 45yrs, at House, St Thomas, Lympston, Devon with wife Anna 35yrs (born Seamster Lympstone, devon) and children Abraham, Arthur, Agnes and Alfred. |
| | CARTER | John | Blacksmith | 1788: John Carter, blacksmith & parish clerk. Born about 1788 in Revelstoke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John Carter as 63yrs, living in Bridgend Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Elizabeth 70yrs (born Newton Ferror, Devon). |
| | CARTER | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1795: Joseph Carter, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Revelstoke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 56yrs, living in Bridgend Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Sarah 50yrs (born Newton Ferrors, Devon) and sons William 16yrs (blacksmith) & Joseph 6yrs. |
| | CARTER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1836: Richard Carter, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 15yrs,living at 18 Banawell Street, Tavistock, with his parents Wm & Ann Carter(Min Share Brokers). Siblings: William 9yrs, Samuel 7yrs, Joseph 4yrs, John 3yrs. Cousin: John Carter 19yrs (a miner). |
| | CARTER | William | Blacksmith | 1835: William Carter, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Revelstoke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 16yrs, living in Bridgend Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon with his parents, blacksmith, Joseph 56yrs (bron 1795) and Sarah 50yrs |
| | CARWAY | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1776: Joseph Carway/Caraway?, blacksmith. Contributor states he was born about 1776 in ?Guil, Devon, England and in 1851 he was 75yrs, a widower, living at Little Cossoman, Upottery, Honiton, Devon with his son Thomas 42y; daughter-in-law Hannah 40yrs and grandaughter Sarah 8y. I cannot find them on 1841-1851-1861 census. |
| | CARYL | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Caryl, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Bramford Speke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, living at 1 Pancras Place, St Pancras. Son of Benjamin & Eliz. |
| | CASELY | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Casely, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Ide, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 19yrs, living at Malthouse, St Thomas, Devonshire with his widowed mother Mary 44yrs and 4 siblings: John 13yrs (ag.albourer); Lucy 10yrs; William 8yrs; Samuel 3ys. Blacksmith servant: Moses Cole 24yrs. |
| | CASTLE | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1835: Frederick Castle, blacksmith. Born about 1835,Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 18yrs living at Foundry Cottages with his parents Thomas Castle 63yrs (millwright) and Jane 62yrs. Also listed is his siblings Josiah Castle 20yrs (carpenter); Henry Castle 18yrs (carpenter); and married sister Charlotte Stephens 25yrs(nee Castle) and her two children Thomas Stephens 4yrs and Louise Stephens 2yrs. Charlotte’s husband Thomas, engine driver, not at home. |
| | CASTLE | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Castle, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living at 21 Claremont Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizabeth 24yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). |
| | CASWELL | James | Blacksmith | 1835: James Caswell, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Thorncombe, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 16yrs, living in Holditch, Axminster, Devon with his parents, blacksmith Thomas 51yrs (born 1800) and Mary 52yrs plus siblings: William 10yrs (blacksmith); Thomas 14yrs and Richard 11yrs. |
| | CASWELL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1800: Thomas Caswell, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Chard, Somerset, England. In 1841 Thomas is 40yrs, living in Holditch, Thorncombe Parish, Devon with wife Mary 40yrs (born Chard). Children: William 8yrs; James 6yrs; Thomas 4yrs; Richard 2yrs. Lodger John Sawyer 20yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 51yrs, still in Holditch with wife Mary 52yrs (born Chard). Children: William 10yrs; James 16yrs; Thomas 14yrs; Richard 11yrs. Thomas is listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | CASWELL | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Caswell, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Thorncombe, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living in Holditch, Axminster, Devon with his parents, blacksmith Thomas 51yrs (born 1800) and Mary 52yrs plus siblings: James 16yrs (blacksmith)Thomas 14yrs (blacksmith) and Richard 11yrs. |
| | CAULMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Caulman, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living in Central Street, Parish of St Andrew, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Frances 40yrs (born Croscombe, Somerset). John's step-children: Susan Bay 10yrs, John Bay 7yrs, Elizabeth Bay 3yrs. Lodger: Ann Bay 31yrs. |
| | CAWSEY | Edmund | Blacksmith | 1828: Edmund Cawsey, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Chawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edmund as 23yrs, visiting his mother Mary, widow, and his sister Thirza in Cottage, Lapford, Devon. |
| | CHALLICE | George | Blacksmith | 1813: George Challice, blacksmith.Born about 1813 in Lapford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 38yrs, in a Cottage, Lapford, Devon with his wife Elizabeth 36yrs (born Uffculme, Devon). Sons: William 13yrs, John 10yrs, Samuel 8 yrs, George 2yrs. |
| | CHAMBERLAIN | James | Blacksmith | 1837: James Chamberlain, blacksmith. Born about 1837, Trusham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 14yrs, living with his brother blacksmith William Chamberlain (born 1826) and his family. In Church Street, Dodbrook, Kingsbridge, Devon. |
| | CHAMBERLAIN | William | Blacksmith | 1826 William Chamberlain, blacksmith. Born about 1826, Trusham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, blacksmith journeyman, lodging with blacksmiths James Crispin (born 1816) and family in Dunsford, Devon. In 1851 William is 25yrs, living at Church Street, Dodbrook, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Mary 23yrs (born West Alvington, Devon) and daughter Mary.A. 1yr infant. Brother: James 14yrs (Blacksmith). Lodger: William Pepperill 21yrs (maltman). |
| | CHAMIN | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Chamin, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Broadwood-Kelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, apprenticed to master blacksmith John Dart in the Village, Crediton, Devon |
| | CHAMMINGS | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Chammings, blacksmith. Born 1823 in Broadwood Kelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living in Lakesland, Broadwoodkelly with his parents Giles & Phillipa Chammings. Siblings: Mary Chammings 38yrs and William Chammings 26yrs. |
| | CHANNING | William | Blacksmith | 1802: William Channing, blacksmith. Born aout 1802 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 49yrs, living in New St. Honiton with wife Martha 48yrs (born Honiton). |
| | CHANNON | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Channon, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Ottery, St Mary Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, apprenticed to master blacksmith James Salter living at Butts Hill, Honiton. |
| | CHANNON | Robert | Blacksmith | 1819: Robert Channon, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Clist St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 32yrs, living in Clist Rd, St Thomas, Devon with wife Harriet 35yrs (born Clist St George, Devon). |
| | CHANTER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1699: Richard chanter, blacksmith. Born 1699 in Sandford, Devon, England and died 1735 in Sandford. Richard married Elizabeth Steer on 21 Jan 1723 Sandford. Identified as Blacksmith from administration of father's will dated 1723. great grandson of Phillip Chanter born 1627 (blacksmith). See also entry for blacksmith Thomas Sharland who may be an uncle of Richards. Contact David by. |
| | CHANTER | Phillip | Blacksmith | 1627: Philip Chanter, blacksmith. Born circa 1627 Sandford, Devon, England and died 1691 Sandford. Philip married Ann Jacobs on 22 May 1648 Sandford. Identified as Blacksmith from will of 1689. Great-grandfather of Richard Chanter born 1699 (blacksmith listed in this index). Contact David by. |
| | CHAPMAN | James | Blacksmith | 1832: James Chapman, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Fremington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 19yrs, living in Tawstock Village, Barnstapl, Devon with his widowed mother Johanna. Lodger: Nicholas Way 3yrs old child. |
| | CHAPMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1811: William Chapman, blacksmith. Born about 1811 in North Petherwin Devon, England. Married Harriet Sparkes.On the 1841 census lists him as 30yrs, a Blacksmith living in Launceston Cornwall (in the parish of St Mary Magdalene) UK with one daughter Fanny. The 1851 census shows him as 45yrs old (?born 1806), Harriet 30yrs. Children: Fanny 10yrs, Thomas 6yrs, Elizabeth 10 months infant. No trace of William on the 1861 census, no trace of a death cert. On census 1861 Harriet is now 48yrs, head of family with Thomas 17yrs, ? Emma 12yrs, Elizabeth 10yrs . Also listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall. See Whitesmiths Index for son Thomas who became a tin plate worker. Contact David by |
| | CHAPPLE | John | Blacksmith | 1805: John Chapple, blacksmith. Born 4 July 1805, s/o John Chapple (Bishop's Nympton 1771) and Mary Huxtable (Chittlehampton, 1782), 1851 census in Chittlehampton, Smith and tool maker. Widowed (wife was Elizabeth Luxton b:1806-1811, d: 1841-1851). With him are daughters Jane Luxton Chapple b: 1832, and Mary Luxton Chapple b: 1841. John and daughters and another daughter Lydia b: about 1838, and one son either James or John emigrated to Huron Co. Ontario in 1852 or 3. He continued to be a blacksmith there. He died 1899 in Huron Co. Ontario. Laura McMahan, great great granddaughter. Contact Abby by |
| | CHARLEY | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Charley, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born about 1820 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living in High Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Grace 31yrs (born Slapton, Devon). Children: William 8yrs, Edward 6yrs, John 4yrs, Elizabeth 1yrs. |
| | CHASTEY | Edward | Blacksmith | 1832: Edward Chastey, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Bridestow, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at New Quay, New Quay, Tavistock, Devon; as apprentice to master blacksmith John Redstone & family. Also listed John Bloye 25yrs (blacksmith). |
| | CHESTER | Edward | Blacksmith | 1825: Edward Chester, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Scutlethorp, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 25yrs, lodging in Goulds, Plympton St Mary, Devon with Henry & Kezia Penny. |
| | CHICK | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1835: Edwin Chick, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 16yrs, living in White Pot Lane, Axminster,Devon with his mother Susan 72yrs widow pauper and his brother Samuel 17yrs farm labourer. |
| | CHILCOT | Francis | Blacksmith | 1830: Francis Chilcott, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Uffculme, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 20yrs, living in Castle Hill, Wellington, Devon with blacksmith Matthew & Dorothy Trump and family. |
| | CHILTON | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1819: Thomas Chilton, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Pamshire, Durham, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 32yrs, living at 4 North Street, St David, Exeter with wife Elizabeth 31yrs (born Gateside, Durham). Listed in Blacksmiths of Durham and Devon. |
| | CHIVER | Jospeh | Blacksmith | 1810: Joseph Chiver, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 40yrs, living in Cambridge Street, Plymouth with wife Susan 37yrs (born Plymouth) and niece Emma Ash 5yrs. |
| | CHORLEY | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Chorley, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, living in Fore St, St Thomas, Heavitree, devon with wife Elizabeth 32yrs (born Exforde, Somerset) and children: Elizabeth, William, Jas., John and Jos. |
| | CHOWN | George | Blacksmith | 1825: George Chown, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Buckerell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 26yrs, Living in Corscombe, Feniton, Honiton, devon with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Plymtree, Devon) and son George 2yrs. |
| | CHOWN | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Chown, master blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Buckland Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 42yrs, living in Milton, Buckland Monachorum with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Chagford, devon). Children: William 16y, John 11yrs. Mother: Clarissa Chown 72yrs widow. |
| | CHUBB | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Chubb, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1827 in Bradworthy, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, living in the Village of Bradworthy with his brother Thomas Chubb (blacksmith) & family |
| | CHUBB | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Chubb, blacksmith retired. Born about 1786 in Prancrasweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 65yrs, living in Cottage on Coles Dinworthy, Bradworthy with wife Ann 54yrs (born Bradworthy). Son Benjamin Chubb 12yrs. Granddaughter Mary Grace Chubb 6yrs. |
| | CHUBB | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1823: Thomas Chubb, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Bradworthy, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 28yrs, living in the Village of Bradworthy with wife Ann 26yrs (born Bradworthy). Children: Richard 4yrs, Mary Ann 2yrs. Brother: John Chubb 24yrs (blacksmith). |
| | CHUGG | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Chugg, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Marwood, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 20yrs, living in Guineaford, Guineaford, Devon with his parents Thomas & Anne (Innkeepers) and his sister Eliza 14yrs. |
| | CHURCHWARD | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Churchward, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Brikham, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists John as 60yrs, a widower, living in Union St Newton Abbot, Devonshire with daughters Ellen 21yrs, Sarah Jane 18yrs and son Thomas.H. 15yrs. |
| | CLAPP | James | Blacksmith | 1790: James Clapp, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Exeter, Devon, ENG. The 1851 UK census James is 61yrs, living at Smythen St , St George, Exeter; with wife Mary.A. 58yrs (born St Thomas Devon) and son John 15yrs, errand boy (born Exeter). Contact Kam by |
| | CLARK | Hugh | Blacksmith | 1837: Hugh Clark, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Burrington, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Hugh as 14yrs, lodgingwith his aunt Ann Mare in Chittleham Holt, South Molton, Devon |
| | CLARK | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Clark, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Chittlehampton, Devon, Egnland. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living in the Village, Barnstaple, Bishops Tawton, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 31yrs (born Chitelhampton). Son: William 7yrs. Servant blacksmith: John Lake 19yrs. |
| | CLARK | William | Blacksmith | 1822: William Clark, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 29yrs, living in Sticklepath, Okehampton, Devonshire. Wife: Mary 22yrs (born S/Courtenay, Devon) and sons Robert Clark 3yrs & William Way Clark 1yr infant. |
| | CLARK | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Clark, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Chittlehampton, Devon, Egnland. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living in Clarks Cott,Torrington, Devon. Wife: Maria 31yrs (born Chittlehampton) and children: James 2yrs & Emma 9mths infant. |
| | CLARKE | George | Blacksmith | 1782: George Clarke, blacksmith. Born about 1782 in St Giles, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 69yrs, widower, living in Limebridge, Bideford, Devon with son John (Blacksmith) & Maria Clarke. |
| | CLARKE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1836: Henry Clarke, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in St Giles, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 15yrs, living in the Village, Dolton, Devon with blacksmith Samuel and Ann Lyne |
| | CLARKE | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Clarke, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Aylesbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 20yrs Sidmouth Rd, Farringdon St Thomas, Devon with blacksmith William & Grace Smith. |
| | CLARKE | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Clarke, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living in Limebridge, Bideford, Devon with wife Maria 29yrs (born Hartland) and his father George Clarke 69yrs, widower, blacksmith. |
| | CLARKE | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Clarke, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Colyton, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, living in Pursbrook, Axminster, Devon with his aunt Sarah Sibley 61yrs widow. |
| | CLARKE | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Clarke, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1820 in Sidmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 31yrs,living in Annings Row, Sidbury Honiton with his widowed mother Rebeck 66yrs. |
| | CLARKE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1798: Robert Clarke, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Roborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 53yrs, living in Squances,Torrington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 48yrs (born Roborough) and daughter Susan Clarke 20yrs,a glover (born Roborough). |
| | CLARKE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1837: Robert Clarke, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in V, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 14yrs, living in Stowford, Barnstaple, Devon with his brother William (& Mary) Clarke Clarke (blacksmiths). |
| | CLARKE | Thos. | Blacksmith | 1789: Thos Clarke, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Warkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thos as 62yrs,living in Chittlehampton Park End, South Molton, Devon with wife Mary 65yrs (born South Molton) and son Jas. Clarke 16yrs. |
| | CLARKE | William | Blacksmith | 1784: William Clarke, blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists William as 67yrs, living in Cottage, Lapford, Devon with wife Sarah 64yrs (born Chawleigh, Devon) and son William 27yrs (blacksmith). House servant: Ann Josland14yrs. |
| | CLARKE | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Clarke, master blacksmith, employs 1 labourer. Born about 1827 in Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 24yrs, living in Stowford, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 21yrs (born Chipplehampton, Devon) and daughter Catherine Clarke 6yrs. Plus William’s brother Robert Clarke 14yrs (Blacksmith App ). |
| | CLEAR | George | Blacksmith | 1837: George Clear, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Dartington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 14yrs, living in Brooking, South Hams, Devon with his parents Henry & Maria Clear. |
| | CLEAR | Henry | Blacksmith | 1810: Henry Clear, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Dartington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 40yrs, living in Brooking, South Hams, Devon with wife Maria 47yrs (born Dartington). Children: Alice Jane 15yrs, George 14yrs, Owen Henry 12yrs, Anna Maria 7yrs. Nephew: John Parnell Searle 19yrs |
| | CLEAR | Peter | Blacksmith | 1787: Peter Clear, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Dartington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 64yrs, a widower, living in Longcause, Dartington Totnes, Devon with his son William 19yrs (blacksmith). |
| | CLEAR | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Clear, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Dartington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Longcause, Dartington Totnes, Devon with his father Peter 64yrs (born 1787 blacksmith). |
| | CLEAVE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Cleave, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Kenn, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 19yrs, living in Kenn St.Thomas with parents Samuel and Ann Cleave (farmers). Siblings: Maria 35yrs; Samuel 31yrs; Harriet 21yrs; Joseph 17yrs. Anna Mortimore 6yrs (granddaughter of Samuel and Ann Cleave). Farm servants: John Smale 27yrs and Peter Snow 13yrs. |
| | CLEAVE | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Cleave, blacksmith & wheelwright, employs 4 men. Born about 18124 in Kenn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living in Fore St. Newton Abbot, Chudleigh, Devonshire with wife Maria 22yrs (born Mamhead, Devon). |
| | CLEGG | William | Blacksmith | 1784: William Clegg, blacksmith & farmer 13 acres, employs 5 men. Born about 1784 in Shute, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 67yrs, living in Whitford (near Shute) with wife Ann 67yrs (born Buckland St.Mary, Somerset). |
| | CLEMENS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1817: Thomas Clemens, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in St Giles, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 34yrs, living in 4 High Bullin,Torrington, Devon with wife Ann 30yrs (born High Bickington, Devon) and children Fanny 4yrs & John 1yr. |
| | CLEMENTS | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Clements, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Ottery St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 40yrs, lodging with Henry Tucker and family in Cad Lane, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | CLIBBETT | John | Blacksmith | 1785: John Clibbett, blacksmith. Born 1785 in Georgham, Devon, England. The 1851UK census lists John as 75yrs, living at Netherham Cottage, Georgeham with wife Jane 67yrs (born Georgeham). Daughter Maria Clibbett 25yrs & grand-daughter Eliza Clibbett 1yr infant. Another daughter Jane Clibbett (born Georgeham 1817) was mother of John Clibbett Thomas (blacksmith listed in this index). In various census and official certificates name is spelt as: Clibbitt; Clibbit; Clibett; Clibbett; Clibbet. Contact GG grandson Roy by. |
| | CLIGG | James | Blacksmith | 1798: James Cligg, master blacksmith, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1798 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 53yrs, living in Upin Cott, Crediton, Devon with wife Ann 56yrs (born Sandford, Devon). Brother-in-law: Joseph Comer widower, 62yrs Pauper. Apprentice Blacksmith Edmund Pope 16yrs. |
| | CLOAK | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Cloak, blacksmith. Born about 1826, Abbotsmham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, at West Webbery Town, Alverdiscott, Torrington, Devon with his parents: blacksmith Thomas & Wilmot, plus his siblings. |
| | CLOAK | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1797: Thomas Cloak, blacksmith. Born about 1797, Wolsery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 54yrs, at West Webbery Town, Alverdiscott, Torrington, Devon with wife Wilmot 56yrs ( born Abbotsmham, devon). Children: John 25yrs(blacksmith), Grace 21yrs(glover), Margaret 14yrs(glover), Mary Ann 12yrs(glover), Henry 10yrs (glover), Wilmot 7yrs. |
| | CLYNICK | Henry | Blacksmith | 1815: Henry Clynick, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 36yrs, living in Plympton St Mary with wife Mary Ann 34yrs (born Buckland Monacorum, Devon). See 1851 census for several children listed including William 14yrs (born 1837 blacksmith). |
| | CLYNICK | William | Blacksmith | 1837: William Clynick, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living in Plympton St Mary with his parents Henry & Mary Ann (blacksmiths). |
| | COCK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1820: Richard Cock, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in East Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 30yrs visiting with William (a carpenter) & Thirza Stivey in Union Lane, East Stonehouse. |
| | COLDRIDGE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1839: Henry Coldridge, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1839 in Doddiscombsleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 12yrs, living at Ducks Pool Cottage, St Thomas, Doddiscombsleigh with employer George & Susan Bolly (blacksmiths). |
| | COLE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Christow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living at 1 Lower Southernhay, Holy Trinity, Exeter, Devonshire. Wife Rosine 39yrs (born Christow). |
| | COLE | John H. | Blacksmith | 1824: John.H.Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Tavistock-, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living at Vigo Bridge, Tavistock with wife Eliza.W. 26yrs (born Tavistock) and daughter Sarah 3months infant. |
| | COLE | Moses | Blacksmith | 1827: Moses Cole, blacksmith. Borna bout 1827 in Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Moses as 24yrs, living at Malthouse, St Thomas, Devonshire. Lodges with Robert Casely (blacksmith) & family). |
| | COLE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1811: Samuel Cole, blacksmith, farmer 5 acres. Born about 1811, Ashwater, Devon, England. Thr 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 30yrs, living at Eastdown Cottages, Ashwater with wife Maria 25yrs (born Northcott Hamlet, Devon) and daughter Ann 1yr infant. Female servant Mary Stanlick, 11yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 44yrs, at Coles Shop, Ashwater Holsworthy, Devon; Maria 46yrs. Also listed is his father William Cole 85yrs retired blacksmith. Children: Ann 10yrs, William 3yrs. |
| | COLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1795: Thomas Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1796, Jacobstow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 56yrs, at Watergate, Okehampton, Devon; with wife Mary 63yrs (born Broadwoodkelly, Devon). Father-in-law: William Vanstone 86yrs widower, pauper. Visitors: Jane Edworthy 5yrs & Elizabeth Edworthy 4yrs(Labourers daughters). |
| | COLE | William | Blacksmith | 1771: William Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1771, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 70yrs, living at Zurditch Moor with wife mary 65yrs (born Devon). |
| | COLE | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1800, ?Clawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 41yrs, living at Clawton with wife Mary Ann 35yrs (born Devon). Children: Isabella 12yrs and William 6yrs. In 1851 William (Snr) is 49yrs, at Clawton Bridge Cottage; Mary Ann is 45yrs. Children: William 16yrs (scholar) and Lewis 8yrs.. Also listed, daughter-in-law Mary Ann Baskerville 9yrs. |
| | COLE | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1806, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 45yrs, at St Matthew Street, Tavistock, Devon, with wife Jane 49yrs (born Tavistock). No other family members noted. |
| | COLE | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Cole, blacksmith. Born about 1800, Denbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 41yrs, at Green Street, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Jane 31yrs (born Torbryan, Devon). Children: George 6yrs; Edwin 5yrs; Lucy 3yrs; Jane 1yr. Servant: Phillip Jackson 15yrs. |
| | COLE | William | Blacksmith | 1766: William Cole, blacksmith retired. Born about 1766, Pancrassweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 85yrs, widower, retired, living with his son. See Blacksmiths of Devon for son Samuel and family. |
| | COLE | William | Blacksmith | 1801: William Cole, blacksmith, farm labourer. Born about 1801, Ashwater Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 40yrs, at Little Blagaton, Ashwater, Devon with wife Mary 45yrs (born Holsworthy). Children: Ann 9yrs; Isabella 7yrs; Emma 4yrs. In 1851 William is 52yrs, at Zurditch Common, Ashwater, Devon; Mary 55yrs; daughter Isabella Cole 17yrs. Granddaughter Fanny Cole 2yrs. |
| | COLEMAN | George (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1795: George Coleman (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 56yrs, living in the Village of Staddiscombe, Plymstock St Mary, Devon. Wife: Mary 52yrs (born Knighton St Mary, devon). Children: George 23yrs (see Farriers Index), Nicholas 22yrs, John 20yrs, William 14yrs & widowed daughter Jane Gould (nee Coleman) 27yrs. |
| | COLEMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1812: John Coleman, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 39yrs, living in Knighton Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Margaret 48yrs (born Wembury, Devon). Children: John 11yrs,Nicholas 9yrs. Niece: Ann Coleman 15yrs. Apprentice blacksmith John Hendy 16yrs. |
| | COLEMAN | Philip (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1833: Philip Coleman (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Learing Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists UK census lists Philip as 18yrs, living in the Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon . Parents: Philip & Peggy (blacksmiths). Brother William 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith). |
| | COLEMAN | Philip (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1847: Philip Coleman (Snr), master blacksmith. Born about 1847 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 48yrs, living in the Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Peggy 45yrs (born Ugborough, devon) and sons Philip 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith) & William 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith), Nicholas 11yrs,John 9yrs. |
| | COLEMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Coleman, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Learing Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living in the Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Parents: Philip & Peggy(blacksmiths). Brother Philip 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith). |
| | COLEMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1808: William Coleman, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1808 in Brixton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Wiliam as 43yrs, living at the Fox Hound Inn, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Maria 38yrs (born Brixton). Children: William 13yrs, John 11yrs, Catherine 7yrs, Samuel 5yrs. |
| | COLES | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Coles, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 21yrs, visiting John & Amy Bennett (blacksmiths) in Folly, Okehampton, Devon. |
| | COLES | Moses | Blacksmith | 1847: Moses Coles, blacksmith. Born about 1847 in Bow, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Moses as 49yrs, apprentice to master balcksmith John Glanfield living in East Side of Green, Crediton, Devon. |
| | COLES | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1814: Thomas Coles, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 27yrs, living in Tiphayes, Upottery Parish, Devon with wife Charlotte Coles 21yrs (born Churchtaunton, Somerset). Plus William Buttell 15yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 37yrs, Charlotte 31yrs, living in Colyton, Axminster, Devon.Children: William 8yrs; John 6yrs; Thomas 3yrs; Henry 1yr infant. |
| | COLES | William | Blacksmith | 1818: William Coles, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Tealminasherum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 33yrs, living at Tiphill, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with wife Mary 32yrs (born Tealminasherum) and children Fanny 2y and a boy 4y. |
| | COLLICOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1827: Richard Collicott, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 24yrs, living in Brook Street, Tavistock with wife Susan 25yrs (born Tavistock) and mother Mary Minhunnick 63yrs, widow. |
| | COLLINGS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1786: Robert Collings, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 55yrs living in Stoker Damerel, Devon with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Devon). Children: Harriett 10yrs; Mary 9yrs. In 1851 Robert is 64yrs, in Membury Parish, Axminster, Devon. |
| | COLLINGS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1807: William Collings (Snr), master, employing 3 men. Born about 1807 in Shaugh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 35yrs, a journeyman living in Exeter Street, St Charles the Martyr, Plymouth with wife Wilmot nee Pope 25yrs (born North Tawton, Devon). Children: William 10yrs; Elizabeth 8yrs; Wilmot 4yrs. In 1851 William is 44yrs, master blacksmith, Wilmot 37yrs, at St Charles the Martyr. Children: William. H. 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith ); Elizabeth. A. 15yrs; Wilmot 13yrs. |
| | COLLINGS | William H. (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1832: William. H. Collings (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Guernsey, Channel Islands. The 1841 UK census lists William as 10yrs, living in Exeter Street, St Charles the Martyr, Plymouth with his family. Parents: William Born 1807 master blacksmith) and Wilmot plus his sisters Elizabeth 8yrs and Wilmot 4yrs. In 1851 William is 19yrs, unmarried, still in St Charles the Martyr, Plymouth, Devon with his parents master blacksmith William and Wilmot; plus his sisters Elizabeth. A. 15yrs and Wilmot 13yrs. |
| | COLLINS | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Collins, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Membury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 42yrs, living in North Tithing of Membury, Axminster, Devon with wife Elizabeth 35yrs )born Lyme Regis, Dorset). |
| | COLLINS | John | Blacksmith | 1787: John Collins, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Eggbuckld, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 64yrs, living in Seven Star Lane, Tamerton Foliott, Devon with wife Frances 56yrs (born Tamerton Foliott) and sons James 26yrs and Henry 10yrs. |
| | COLLINS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1816: Richard Collins, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Membury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 35yrs, living in Coombe Lane, Axminster, Devon with wife Elizth 30yrs (born Axminster, Devon). |
| | COLLINS | William | Blacksmith | 1808: William Collins, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1808 in Membury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 43yrs, living in Kilmington, Devon with wife Mary 52yrs (born Kilmington). Daughters: Elizabeth 20yrs; Louisa 14yrs; Mary Ann 11yrs. Employees lodging with them: Timothy Trivet 24yrs, unmarried (born 1827 blacksmith) and George Farrant 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | COLLISS | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Colliss, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr. The 1841 UK census lists John as 20yrs, lodging at 26 Lower Street, Plymouth with Sarah Colliss 11yrs (?sister). Others at this address: James Thomas and family. |
| | COLWELL | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1787: Nicholas Colwell, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Quithiock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas, Devon) and daughter Jane 25yrs;plus two grandsons Samuel Colwell 14yrs (apprentice blacksmith) & William Samuel Dart 7yrs. |
| | COLWELL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1837: Samuel Colwell, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 14yrs,living at 4 Moon Street, Morice Town, Devon with his grandparents, blacksmith Nicholas 64yrs & Jane 62yrs Colwell & other family members. |
| | COLWELL | Thomas Parson | Blacksmith | 1799: Thomas Parson Colwell, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1799 in Saltash, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 52yrs, living at 8 Hampton Cottages, Plymouth, Devon. Wife Maria 53yrs (born Devonport, Devon). Children: Lucy 23yrs, Philip 19yrs, William. H. 15yrs. Lodger: John Savidge 71yrs widower (blacksmith). Thomas is listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | COLWILL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1805: Richard Colwill, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1805 in Tawstock, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 46yrs, living at 22 Vicarage Street, Barnstaple, Devon. Married but wife not listed. Daughter: Ann Colwill 21yrs (Bonnett Maker) born Horwood, Devon. |
| | COLWILL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1822: Thomas Colwill, blacksmith journeyman. Borna bout 1822 in Torrington, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 29yrs, living in Calf Street, Torrington, Devon with wife Grace 30yrs (born St Giles in the Wood, Devon). Children: Thomas 5yrs, Lucy 2yrs, Henry 8mth infant. Lodger: Elizabeth Markin 19yrs (a glover). |
| | COLWILL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1800: Thomas Colwill, master blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Week St Mary, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, living in North Petherwin Launceston, Devon. Wife Mary 45yrs (born Launcells, Cornwall). Children: Thomasin 17yrs, Thomas 15yrs, John 13yrs, Jane 10yrs, Anne 7yrs, Caroline 1yr. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | COMBE | Edmund (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1836: Edmund Combe (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edmund as 15yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon. Parents Edmund & Sarah(blacksmiths). |
| | COMBE | Edmund (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1798: Edmund Combe (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Sourton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edmund as 53yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon. Wife Sarah 42yrs (born Cornwall). Children: Samuel 20yrs (blacksmith), Edmund 15yrs (blacksmith), John 13yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 10yrs, Ellen 6 yrs, Harriet 4yrs, William 1yrs. |
| | COMBE | John | Blacksmith | 1838: John Combe, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 13yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon. Parents Edmund & Sarah (blacksmiths). |
| | COMBE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1830: Samuel Combe, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 20yrs, living in the Village, Okehampton, Devon. Parents Edmund & Sarah (blacksmiths). |
| | CONEYBEER | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Coneybeer, blacksmith. Borna bout 1836 in Newton St Cyres, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in Exwick Village, St Thomas, Devon. Brother of blacksmith Samuel Coneybeer 28yrs & his wife Mary Ann 30yrs. |
| | CONEYBEER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1823: Samuel Coneybeer, blacksmith & victualler. Born about 1823 in Morchard Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 28yrs, living in Exwick Village, St Thomas, Devon, with wife Mary Ann 30yrs (born South Molton, Devon). Brother of blacksmith John Coneybeer (born 18136). |
| | CONGDON | Wiliam | Blacksmith | 1829: William Congdon, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Dodbrook, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, living at 11 Canterbury Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. See census 1851 for parents John & Eliz & others. |
| | CONIBEAR | Charles | Blacksmith | 1820: Charles Conibear, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Georgeham, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 30yrs, living in Hamhill, Devon with wife Anne 30yrs (born Chittlehampton, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 7yrs, Mary 6yrs, Anne 1yr. Brother-in-law: Peter Godbeer 17yrs (apprentice blacksmith). Visitor: Robert Goss 33yrs. |
| | CONIBEAR | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Conibear, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1830-1831 in Morthoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 20yrs, living in Coats, Barnstaple, Devon with his brother William (& Susan) Conibear (Blacksmiths & Innkeepers). |
| | CONIBEAR | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1825: Samuel Conibear, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Morthoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 26yrs, living in Banicane Teathey, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 27y (born Littleham, Devon). |
| | CONIBEAR | William | Blacksmith | 1818: William Conibear, blacksmith & innkeeper, employs 1 man & 1 boy. Born about 1818 in Morthoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 33yrs, living in Coats, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Susan 29yrs (born Combmartin, Devon). Daughters: Elizth Mary Knight Conibear 8yrs, Mary Hannah Conibear 5yrs. Brother: James Conibear 20yrs (blacksmith). House servant: Mary Ann Conibear 15yrs. Visitor: William Harding 50yrs. |
| | CONIBEAR | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Conibear, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Georgeham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, living at Ford Cottage, Georgeham, Devon with his father John 61yrs, widower, born Georgeham and his sister Mary Ann 21yrs. |
| | CONWAY | Charles | Blacksmith | 1836: Charles Conway, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 15yrs, living in St Thomas Woodbury, Aylesbear, Devon with Robert & Martha Crews (blacksmiths). |
| | COOK | George | Blacksmith | 1816: George Cook, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1816 in Hinton, St George, Somerset, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 25yrs, living in Fore Street, Thorncombe Parish, Axminster, Devon. Wife Ruth 25yrs (born Thorncombe, Dorset). Children: William 4yrs and Elizabeth 2yrs. In 1851 George is 35yrs, Ruth is 35yrs, son William 14yrs (A masons labourer), still living in Thorncombe. The 1861 census lists George as 45yrs, Ruth 45yrs is also a blacksmith, still living in Thorncombe. Children: Matilda 15yrs; Mary 12yrs; Jane 9yrs; Frank 6yrs; Ellen 3yrs. The 1871 census lists George as 55yrs, Ruth 55yrs, still in Thorncombe. Children: Matilda 25yrs; Jane 19yrs; Frank 16yrs (blacksmiths assistant); Ellen 12yrs. Grandson James Down 5yrs. George is listed in Blacksmiths of Somerset and Devon. George and his wife Ruth are my 2 x GGP. NOTE: Thorncombe is a village and civil parish now in the English county of Dorset but historically until 1844 in Devon. It lies in the West Dorset administrative district, five miles (8 km) south east of the town of Chard in neighbouring Somerset. Thorncombe is situated close to the borders of both Somerset and Devon. Contact John by |
| | COOK | Henry | Blacksmith | 1828: Henry Cook, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1828 in Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 23yrs. Gunr Dviv. 1-Frederick & Legonier Squares Artillery Barrack, Devonshire. Listed in Blacksmiths of Northumberland and Military Smiths Indexes. |
| | COOK | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Cook, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 34yrs, living in Brook Street, Tavistock with wife Elizabeth 35yrs (born Tavistock). See census 8151 for 6 children listed. |
| | COOK | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Cook, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Lapford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Sidmouth Rd. StThomas, Sowton, Devon with wife Mary Ann 41yrs (born Cadbury, Devon). Children: Charles 14y, John Thomas 11yrs, Mary Jane 8yrs, George Gates 5yrs, Maria Ann 1yr. |
| | COOK | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1825: John Cook (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Thorncombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, living in Fore Street, Axmintser, Devon with his father John 57yrs & brother William 17yrs both blacksmiths. |
| | COOK | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1794: John Cook (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Thorncombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 57yrs, widower, iving in Fore Street, Axmintser, Devon with his sons John 26yrs & William 17yrs both blacksmiths. |
| | COOK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1819: Richard Cook, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in West Alwington , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 32yrs, unmarried, living in Richmond Street, Plymouth, Devon. Lodgers: Kezia Ashton 26yrs, widow, needlewoman & Jane Ashton 7yrs. |
| | COOK | Ruth | Blacksmith | 1816: Ruth Cook, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1816 in Thorncombe, Dorset/Devon Border. The 1851 UK census lists Ruth as 35yrs, living in Fore Sttreet, Thorncombe, Devon with her husband George (born 1816 blacksmith). See entry for George to see other family members. George is listed in Blacksmiths of Somerset and Devon. Ruth is listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. George and Ruth are my 2 x GGP. Contact John by |
| | COOK | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1822: Thomas Cook, blacksmith & labourer. Born about 1822 in Banwell, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 29yrs, living at 6 North Bridge, St David, Exeter, Devon with wife Sophia 26yrs (born Weston Super Mare, Somerset). |
| | COOK | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Cook, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 35yrs, living in Chapel Court, Chapel Lane, Plymouth Parish: St.Charles the Martyr. Wife: unclear ?Jane 38yrs (born Devon). |
| | COOK | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Cook, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Thorncombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, , living in Fore Street, Axmintser, Devon with his father John 57yrs & brother John 26yrs both blacksmiths. |
| | COOMBE | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Coombe, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Stokeckimsland Tutwell, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, an apprentice to master blacksmith John & Eliz. Hooper, living in Sydenham Damerel Village, Sydenham, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | COOMBES | Benedict | Blacksmith | 1797: Benedict Coombes, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Lezant, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists Benedict as 54yrs, lodgin with George & Susan Walter, living in Week, Tavistock, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | CORAM | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Coram, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Devonport, Devon, England. Thomas and Harriet Crossman, married 06 Feb 1846 at Parish Church of East Stonehouse, Devon. Children: Henry, Harriett & Mary. They lived in Union Lane, East Stonehouse & 53 Monument Street, Devonport. Found him in 1861C - RG9/1455-30-54. Contact Debbie by . |
| | CORNEY | Willian | Blacksmith | 1828: William Corney, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Heanton Punchardon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, lodging in Wrafton,Barnstaple, Devon. Lodges with John & Hannah Pearce, farmers of 6 acres. |
| | CORNISH | Andrew | Blacksmith | 1820: Andrew Cornish, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in North Bovey, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Andrew as 31yrs living in Ideford Newton Abbot, Devonshire. Visitor: Thomas Burge 26yrs. |
| | CORNISH | Gideon | Blacksmith | 1786: Gideon Cornish, blacksmith. Born about 1786, Cornwall, England. The 1841 Uk census lists Gideon as 55yrs, living in Bridgerule West, Devon with blacksmith John Cornish (born 1811) and his wife Joanna. Listed in Blacksmiths Cornwall and Devon. Contact Perry by |
| | CORNISH | John | Blacksmith | 1798: John Cornish, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Sherwill, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 53yrs, living in Westdown Village, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Ann 51yrs (born Monkleigh, Devon) and son John 22yrs |
| | CORNISH | John | Blacksmith | 1811: John Cornish, blacksmith. Born about 1811,Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living in Bridgerule West, Devon with wife Joanna 30yrs and son John 2yrs. Also listed Gideon Cornish 55yrs (blacksmith). Listed in Blacksmiths Cornwall and Devon. Contact Perry by |
| | COSWAY | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1776: Joseph Cosway, blacksmith. Born about 1776 in Tiverton (near Honiton), Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph as 65yrs, Living at Hayes Cottage, Upottery Parish, Devon. Children: Thomas Cosway 34yrs; Thomas’s wife Hannah 33yrs and their daughters Mary 7rs; Ann 4yrs and Sarah 2yrs. In 1851 Joseph is 75yrs living at Little Common, Upottery, Honiton, with his son Thomas Cosway 42yrs; Thomas’s wife Hannah 40yrs and their daughter Sarah 8yrs. Visitor Mary Turner 7yrs. |
| | COUCH | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1818: Abraham Couch, master blacksmith, employs 1 boy. Born about 1818 in Kings Nympton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Abraham as 33yrs, living in Brampford Speake, Cott, St Thomas,Upton Pyne, Devon. Wife Maria 30yrs )born Sandford,Devon) and daughter Ellen 1yrs infant. Visitors: William Couch 18yrs,Mary Bicknell 12yrs, Ann Bicknell 16yrs, Emma Alford 15yrs. |
| | COUCH | George H. | Blacksmith | 1823: George. H. Couch, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in St Ives, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists George as 28yrs, living at 38 Cannon Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Amelia 26yrs (born South Hill, Cornwall) and daughter Mary Ann 1yr infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | COULMAN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1792: Henry Coulman, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Haverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 59yrs, living at 7 North Bridge Terrace, St David, Exeter, Devon with wife Johanna 58yrs (born Ashburton, Devon) and daughter Mary 19yrs. |
| | COUNTER | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Counter, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 22yrs, visiting Thomas Belworthy 25yrs (Farmer) at Tremains Begbeer, Okehampton, Devon. Also listed is Eliza Counter 19yrs (listed as sister of Thomas?); Henry Belworthy (brother) 16yrs; Mary Ann Belworthy 14yrs (sister); Louisa Belworthy 22yrs (visitor); Mary Harvey 71yrs (visitor); William white 15yrs (farm servant); Emma Counter newborn infant (niece of Thomas). |
| | COURTENAY | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Courtenay, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Ide, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as, Devon). Visitor: Elizabeth Hayn 11yrs. |
| | COURTNEY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1834: Henry Courtney, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Landkey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 17yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith George & Harriet Hill, living in Landkey Newland, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | COURTNEY | Robert | Blacksmith | 1825: Robert Courtney, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Silverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 25yrs, living in Park Street, Crediton, Devon with wife Louisa 22yrs (born Monksilvel, Somerset). |
| | COURTNEY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1836: Thomas Courtney, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 15yrs, lodging with blacksmith James & Eliz. Thomas at Cobbaton Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | COWILL | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1815: John Cowill (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 36yrs, living in Higher Street, Kenton, St Thomas, Devonshire with parents John & Jane Cowill (blacksmiths). |
| | COWILL | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1773: John Cowill (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1773 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 78yrs, living in Higher Street, Kenton, St Thomas, Devonshire with wife Jane 72yrs (born Witheridge, Devon). |
| | COWLING | Bella | Blacksmith | 1837: Bella Cowling, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Wolborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Bella as 14yrs, living in Harris Cottage, Newton Abbot, Ipplepen, Devon with parents William & Susan Cowling). |
| | COWLING | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Cowling, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Dawlish, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 42yrs, living in Harris Cottage, Newton Abbot, Ipplepen,Devon. Wife: Susan 44yrs (born Dawlish), devon). Children: Bella 14yrs (blacksmith), Nicholas 9yrs, Edmund 6yrs, Frederick 4yrs. |
| | COX | Henry | Blacksmith | 1810: Henry Cox, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 40yrs, living in Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with wife Jane 42yrs (born Newton Ferrers, Devon). Children: Jane. A. 16yrs, Caroline 14yrs, William. H. 12yrs. Niece: Betsy. A. Cox 16yrs. |
| | COX | Robert | Blacksmith | 1830: Robert Cox, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 West Buckland, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists Robert as 30yrs, living at Pitminster, Somerset. In 1871 Robert is 40yrs, living at Clayhideon, Devon. Parents: Thomas and Ann Cox. Contact Ann by |
| | COX | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1804: Thomas Cox, blacksmith. Born about 1804 at Ottery St Mary, Devon , England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 47yrs, living at Dunkeswell, Devon. Parents: Thomas & Hannah Cox. Contact Ann by |
| | COX | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Cox, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living in Richmond, Plymouth, Devon. Son of James & Grace. Siblings: Grace Cox 24yrs. Nephew: William Cox 7yrs. |
| | COYSH | Edward | Blacksmith | 1814: Edward Coysh, blacksmith. Born about 1814, Ideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 37yrs, living at St Lawrence Lane, Ashburton, with wife Elizabeth 33yrs (born Teignmouth, Devon). Children: Charlotte 3yrs, Charles 2yrs. |
| | COYSH | Richard | Blacksmith | 1833: Richard Coysh, blacksmith. Born about 1833, Ashcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 18yrs, at Shop Cottage, Ashcombe. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William (born about 1811) and Mary plus his siblings. In 1861 Richard is 28yrs, unmarried, living in the blacksmiths Cottage, Ashcombe. Also listed: mother Mary 52yrs,Widow and siblings including brother Thomas (blacksmith). |
| | COYSH | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1840: Thomas Coysh, blacksmith. Born 1840-1841 in Ashcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 10yrs, living at Shop Cottage, Ashcombe with his parents, blacksmith William (born 1809) and Mary plus siblings. In 1861 Thomas is 20yrs, unmarried, living in the blacksmiths Cottage, Ashcombe with widowed mother Mary 52yrs. Siblings: Richard 28yrs (blacksmith); Edmund. J. 16yrs (gardener); William 12yrs; Robert 10yrs. |
| | COYSH | William | Blacksmith | 1811: William Coysh, blacksmith. Born about 1811, Ashcombe, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living at Wood Cott, Ashcombe with wife Mary 30yrs plus daughter Frances 5yrs and Thomas 9 months infant. They are living with William’s father Edward Coysh 72yrs shoemaker. The 1851 census lists William as 42yrs, at Shop Cottage, Ashcombe; Mary 42yrs. Children: Richard 18yrs; Frances 16yrs; Thomas 10yrs; Edwin 6yrs; William 2yrs; Robert 9 months infant. In the 1861 census William is deceased. Mary is 52yrs,widow. Children: Richard |
| | COYSH | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Coysh, blacksmith. Born about1809 in Ashcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 42yrs, living in Upper Town, Ashcombe with wife Mary 42yrs. Children: Richard 18yrs; Frances 16yrs; Thomas 10yrs; Edwin 6yrs; William 2yrs; Robert newborn infant. William died before 1861 census. In 1861 Mary is 52yrs, widow, living with her children in blacksmiths Cottage, Ashcombe. |
| | CREASE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1833: Richard Crease, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Diptford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 18yrs, living at Boons Shop, Totnes, Staverton, Devon. Servant blacksmith with John & Eleanor Boon. |
| | CREBER | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Creber, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Peteravy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living in Long Bridge Cottage, Devonshire with wife Sibilla 29yrs (born Plymtpon St Mary, Devon). Children: Margaret Ann 6yrs, Mary Jane 5yrs, John 1yr. Sister-in-Law: Ann Anthony 25yrs (seamans wife). Nephew: Joseph Anthony 1yr infant. |
| | CREDICOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Credicott, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1828 in St Stephans, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, lodging with blacksmith Richard and Elizabeth Bennett in Yealmbridge Village, Werrington, Launceston, Cornwall. |
| | CREEK | John | Blacksmith | 1803: John Creek, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Combmartin, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 48yrs, living in Wards, Barnstable, Devon with wife Matilda 50yrs (born Stourhead, Devon). |
| | CREES | Edward | Blacksmith | 1802: Edward Crees, master blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Harberton, East Leigh, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 49yrs, living in, Harberton with wife Maria 48yrs (born Harberton) and son George 3yrs. |
| | CREES | Edward | Blacksmith | 1827: Edward Crees (Crus),master blacksmith , employs 1 man & 1 boy. Born about 1827, Harberton, devon, England. The 1851 UK censuslists Edward as 24yrs, living at Lower Bowdon, Totnes, Ashprington, Devon; with wife Harriett 18yrs (born Bery Pomey, Devon)and daughter Mary 8months infant. Lodgers: John Bery(Buy) 24yrs (blacksmith) & Samuel Dolon 16yrs (apprentice blacksmith). |
| | CREES | George | Blacksmith | 1855: George Crees, blacksmith. Born about 1855 in Rattery, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists George as 16yrs, an apprentice in Rattery, Devon. Parents, blacksmith William 46yrs (born 1825) and Elizabeth 47yrs. Siblings: Mary Jane 20yrs; Maria. C. 13yrs; Rhoda 11yrs; Annie 9yrs. In 1901 George is 46yrs, still living in Rattery with wife Elizabeth 50yrs. Children: Florrie.G. 13yrs; William.G. 11yrs; Frederick.J. 6yrs. Apprentice blacksmith Ernest Bully 19yrs (born Rattery). |
| | CREES | Robert | Blacksmith | 1829: Robert Crees, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 22yrs, living in St Thomas Woodbury, Aylesbearel, Devon with wife Martha 26yrs (born Exminster, Devon) and daughter Ellen 4months infant. |
| | CREES | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Crees, blacksmith. Born about1825 in Harberton, East Leigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living in Harberton with his parents, master blacksmith Edward Crees 35yrs (born 1802) and Maria 35yrs. Siblings: Edward Crees 14yrs; John Crees 12yrs; Daniel Crees 9yrs. Others: William Helms 20yrs; Maria Helms 18yrs. In 1851 William is 25yrs, at Millcross Village, Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth 26yrs (born Ugborough, Devon) and daughter Mary 8 months infant. 1871: William 46yrs; Elizabeth 47yrs. Children: Mary Jane 20yrs; George 16yrs (blacksmith); Maria. C. 13yrs; Rhoda 11yrs; Annie 9yrs. |
| | CRISPIN | George | Blacksmith | 1798: George Crispin, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Dunchideock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 53yrs, living in Dunchideock, St Thomas, Devonshire with wife Susannah 38yrs (born Exminster, Devon). Children: Jane 7yrs, George 4yrs & Susannah’s daughter Ann Bolt 20yrs unmarried. |
| | CRISPIN | James | Blacksmith | 1816: James Crispin, , master blacksmith, master wheelwright, employs 3 men. Born about 1816, Dunchideock , Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 25yrs, living in Dunsford, Devon with wife Mary 30yrs (born Kenton, Devon). Children: Thomas 3yrs; William 2yrs; Jane 3 months infant. In 1851 James is 39yrs, at Reedy, St Thomas, Dunsford, Devonshire with Mary 41yrs. They had 5 sons, 3 daughters. |
| | CROCKER | Arscott | Blacksmith | 1821: Arscott Crocker, blacksmith. Born about 1821, Shebbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Arscott as 30yrs, at Summer Hill, Littleham in Bideford, Devon; with wife Mary Ann 30yrs (born Minousbury-GLS). Children: Louis.E. 5yrs & Alice.H. 3yrs. |
| | CROCKER | Charles | Blacksmith | 1811: Charles Crocker, blacksmith. Born about 1811, Launceston, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 40yrs, at Knackerknowle, Egg Buckland, St Mary, Devon; with wife Mary 50yrs (born Werrington-CON)and son Henry 14yrs. |
| | CROCKER | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Crocker (Croker), blacksmith. Born about 1829, Werrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 22yrs, lodging at 12 Willow Street, Plymouth, Devon. |
| | CROCKER | Hugh | Blacksmith | 1797: Hugh Crocker, blacksmith. Born about 1797, Shebbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Hugh as 54yrs, at House,Torrington, Devon; with wife Mary 57yrs (born Shebbear). Lodger: Nathaniel Clark 22yrs,Butcher . |
| | CROCKER | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1824: John Crocker (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1824, Shebbear, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John(Jnr) as 27yrs, House,Torrington, Devon; with wife Martha 21yrs (born Plymouth, Devon) and daughter Mary 11mths infant (vorn Shebbear). |
| | CROCKER | Rueben | Blacksmith | 1838: Rueben Crocker, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1838, Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Rueben as 13yrs, lodging at Village of Street, Kingsbridge, Devon. |
| | CROCOMB | George | Blacksmith | 1812: George Crocomb, blacksmith, shoeing smith. Born about 1812, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 29yrs, living in Elbow Lane, Tavistock with wife Fanny 31yrs (born Devon). Children: William 7yrs (became a copper miner); Henry 5yrs (became a wheelwright); Edward 3yrs . 1861: George is 47yrs, a shoeing smith, still living in Tavisctock.Fanny is 49yrs. Several children listed. |
| | CROSSMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Crossman, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1827 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 14yrs, living in Higher Street, Plymouth, Parish: St Charles the Martyr. Thomas as an apprentice/lodges with Benjamin Fowell and family. |
| | CRUSE | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1846: Daniel Cruse, blacksmith. Born about 1846 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Daniel as 5yrs, staying with grandmother Ann Pester 64yrs at Whitestone, Devon. In 1861 Daniel is 15yrs, living at South Town, Kenton, back with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents, master blacksmith John Cruse and Sarah, plus siblings. |
| | CRUSE | John | Blacksmith | 1812: John Cruse, master blacksmith. Born about 1812, Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living at Kenton with wife Sarah 41yrs (nee Pester born Whitestone, Devon). Children: John 15yrs(carpenter); Mary 13yrs; Emily 10yrs; George 5 months infant. Also listed: grandfather Samuel Cruse,98yrs, widower. Nephew Robert Cruse 18yrs (see Blacksmiths of Devon); Edwin Brackney 36yrs see Blacksmiths of Devon). 1861: John is 50yrs, living at South Town, Kenton with wife Sarah 51yrs. Children: Emily Cruse 20yrs; Daniel Cruse 15yrs (blacksmith); George Cruse 10yrs. In 1871 John is 59yrs, a widower, still living at Kenton. Also listed: Susan Moxey, 49yrs,widow, house keeper and apprentice blacksmith John William Wallace 13yrs (see Blacksmiths of Gloucestershire & Devon). |
| | CRUSE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1803: Robert Cruse, blacksmith. Born about 1803, Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 48yrs, at the Back of Dolphin, Exmouth, Devon; with wife Fanny 49yrs (born Lyme, Dorset). Children: Elizabet;, Johanna; William (blacksmith). |
| | CRUSE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1817: Robert Cruse, blacksmith. Born about 1817, Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 34yrs, at Cockwood, Newton Abbot, Devonshire; with wife Sarah 35yrs (born Dawlish, Devon). |
| | CRUSE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1833: Robert Cruse, blacksmith. Born about 1833, Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, apprentice living at Kenton with his uncle master blacksmith John Cruse & family. |
| | CRUSE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1781: Samuel Cruse, blacksmith, farrier. Born about 1781, Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 70yrs, a prisoner at 1-Devon County Prison, St David,Exeter, Devonshire. Listed in the Blacksmiths of Devon and Prisoners Index. |
| | CRUSE | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Cruse, blacksmith. Born about 1836, Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living at the Back of Dolphin, Exmouth, Devon with parents, blacksmith Robert & Fanny Cruse. |
| | CRUZE | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Cruse, blacksmith. Born about 1829, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, lodging at 2 West Bridge Cottages, Tavistock, Devon, with Thomas Gregary & family. |
| | CRUZE | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Cruze, blacksmith. Born about 1832, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, a prisoner at Devon County Prisons, St David, Exeter, Devonshire. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Prisoners Index. |
| | CUMING | James | Blacksmith | 1800: James Cuming, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1800-1801 in South Pool, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 50yrs, living in the Village of South Pool, Kingsbridge, Devon. Brother of master blacksmith and farmer Richard (& Betsy) Cuming). |
| | CUMING | Richard | Blacksmith | 1800: Richard Cuming, master blacksmith & farmer of 65 acres, employs 3 labourers. Born about 1800 in South Poool, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 51yrs,living in the Village of South Pool, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Betsy 57yrs (born Stokenham, devon). His brother James 50yrs (born 1800blacksmith). Several children listed see census 1851. |
| | CUMMING | George | Blacksmith | 1830: George Cumming, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Teignmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 20yrs, living at Brook Hill, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with his mother Ann 65yrs widow. |
| | CUMMING | George.F. | Blacksmith | 1844: George. F. Cumming, blacksmith. Born about 1844 in Dartford, Kent, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 7yrs living at 39 Chapel Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his parents, blacksmith John. G. Cummings (born 1820) and Jane plus his sister Maria. J. 3yrs. In 1861 George is 17yrs, unmarried, still living in Stoke Damerel with his parents. |
| | CUMMING | James | Blacksmith | 1852: James Cumming, blacksmith. Born about 1852 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists James as 19yrs, living in Bovey Tracey with his parents, master blacksmith William 56yrs (born 1816) and Jane 45yrs. Siblings: William 17yrs (blacksmith); Elizabeth `1yrs; Mary 10yrs;Janes 7yrs; Emma 5yrs; Charles 3yrs. |
| | CUMMING | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1854: William Cumming (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1854 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living in Bovey Tracey with his parents, master blacksmith William 56yrs (born 1816) and Jane 45yrs. Siblings: James 19 (blacksmith); Elizabeth `1yrs; Mary 10yrs;Janes 7yrs; Emma 5yrs; Charles 3yrs. |
| | CUMMING | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1816: William Cumming (Snr), master blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 35yrs, living in Mary Street, Newton Abbot Bovey Tracey. Wife Jane is 25yrs (born Chudleigh, Devon) and daughter Ann is 1yr infant. Also listed is apprentice Richard Sellick 21yrs; James Sellick 38yrs; John Sellick 36yrs Ann Sellick 31yrs. In 1861 William is 45yrs; Jane 36yrs still in Mary Street. Apprentice blacksmith ?name. In 1871 William is 56yrs, Jane is 45yrs. Children: James 19yrs (blacksmith); William 17yrs; Elizabeth `1yrs; Mary 10yrs;Janes 7yrs; Emma 5yrs; Charles 3yrs. |
| | CUMMINGS | John G. | Blacksmith | 1820: John. G. Cummings, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living at 39 Chapel Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Jane. H. 32yrs (born Devonport). John worked at H.M.Dockyard Devonport. Children: George. F. 7yrs and Maria. J. 3yrs. In 1861 John is 40yrs, Jane is 42yrs. Still living in Stoke Damerel. Children: George.F. 17yrs (apprentice blacksmith); Maria.S. 13yrs; John. G 10yrs; Mary.E. 8yrs; Jessie.U. 6yrs; Thomas.S. 3yrs. |
| | CUMMINGS | Sarah | Blacksmith | 1784: Sarah Cummings, blacksmith on parochial relief. Born about 1784 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Sarah as 67yrs, a widow, living at 43 Pembroke Street, Stoke Damerel with her grand-daughter Sarah. A. Sharter 8yrs. |
| | CUNNETT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1833: Robert Cunnett, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 18133 in North Bovey, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 18yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith John and Arabella Hill. Living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | CURSON | James | Blacksmith | 1815: James Curson, master blacksmith. Born about 1815 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 36yrs, living at Crosspark Cottage, Okehampton, Devon with wife Jane 35yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: Jane 6yrs; William. F. 5yrs; Matilda 3yrs; Susanna newborn infant. Lodger: Thomas Gidley 22yrs (copper & tin miner). |
| | CUTCLIFFE | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Cutcliffe, blacksmith. Born aout 1825 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 25yrs, living in High Street, Ilfracombe, with wife Mary Ann 21yrs (born Ilfracombe). No other details. |
| | CUTLAND | James | Blacksmith | 1823: James Cutland, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1823 in Charles, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 28yrs, lodging with William and Catherine Thorne (tea dealers) in Stoke Town, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | CUTLAND | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Cutland, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Instow, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrs, a widower, living in Tawstock Village, Barnstaple, Devon. with his children: Mary 12yrs,Elizabeth 10yrs, Arthur 8yrs, John 6yrs, Frederick 4yrs. |
| | CUTLAND | William | Blacksmith | 1835: William Cutland, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 16yrs, lodging with Mary Lock 70yrs, widow in Tawstock Village, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | CUTTS | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Cutts, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Oulton (?Catton), Suffolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 17yrs and his sister Rebekkah 15yrs, visiting with Innkeepers Samuel & Mary Ann Huggins at 22 Briggate Worstead, Tunstead, Norfolk. In 1881 James is 47yrs , living at Hatfield Grove, Penge, Surrey with wife Elizabeth 47yrs. Children: Arthur 12yrs; Minnie 10yrs and Earnest 6yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Suffolk, Norfolk and Surrey. |
| | CUTTS | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Cutts, master blacksmith, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1810 in Milton Abbot, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Meadwell, Tavistock, Devon with wife Mary 48yrs (born Milton Abbot) and son William 15yrs (a blacksmith). Plus their nieces Mary Oxman 13yrs & Mary Pinkham 16yrs. Lodger: Henry Rundle 22yrs. Apprentice blacksmith Thomas Pengelly 19yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | CUTTS | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Cutts, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Milton Abbot, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living in Meadwell, Tavistock, Devon with his parents, master blacksmith John (born 1810) & Mary Cutts.Also listed is his cousins Mary Oxman 13yrs & Mary Pinkham 16yrs. Lodger: Henry Rundle 22yrs. Apprentice blacksmith Thomas Pengelly 19yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DALLING | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Dalling, blacksmith master. Born about 1822 in Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living in Village Hunts Tent, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Sally 31yrs born Landkey, Devon. Children: James 9yrs, John 7yrs, Elizabeth 6yrs, Philip 4yrs, Mary 1yr. |
| | DAM | Herman | Blacksmith | 1823: Herman Dam, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Aylesbear , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Herman as 28yrs, living in Tipton Village, Honiton, Devon with wife Louisa 29yrs (born Otterto, devon). Children: Rosina 4yrs and William 1yr. |
| | DAMARELL | Henry | Blacksmith | 1813: Henry Damarell, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Dodbrook , Kingsbridge,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 38yrs, living at 70 Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Jane 38yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: Thomas 12yrs, Henry. F. 6yrs, Frances. J. 3yrs, Sarah. A. 3yrs. Apprentice: Roger Saunders 19yrs. |
| | DAMARELL | Henry | Blacksmith | 1849: Henry Damarell, blacksmith. Born about 1849 in Ivybridge Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists Henry as 22yrs, unmarried, a boarder with John Pearce 42yrs (born 1809 a tinplate worker) and his wife Charlotte. |
| | DARE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1810: Robert Dare, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Musbury, Axminster, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 30yrs, living in Millands, Musbury with wife Mary nee Quicke 40yrs (born Devon). Children: Mary 10yrs; Sarah 5yrs; Susanna 4yrs. Plus Sarah Quicke 80yrs and John Quicke 50yrs. Robert Dare married Mary Quicke 5th June 1831 in Musbrury, Devon. See www familysearch.org for details. |
| | DARKE | Charles | Blacksmith | 1820: Charles Darke, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1820 in Sidbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 25yrs, living in New Road Fore Street, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Jemima 22yrs (born Teignmouth, Devon) and son Edwin 1yr infant. Visitor: Fanny Chaple 43yrs widower. |
| | DARLING | James | Blacksmith | 1819: James Darling, blacksmith. Born about 1819 place unknown. The 1851 UK census lists James as 32yrs, unmarried, working for John Lee 60yrs and Priscilla 57yrs, farmers of 1200 acres at extra parochial Lundy Island, Bideford, Devon. |
| | DART | Henry | Blacksmith | 1829: Henry Dart, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Tormoham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 22yrs, living with his mother Sarah and stepfather William Sheward in Upton, Newton Abbot, Devon. Henrys’ sisters are: Sarah Dart 28yrs and Priscilla Dart 15yrs. |
| | DART | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Dart, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Black Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 24yrs, living in the Village at 303, Black Torrington with his parents, blacksmith John Dart 65yrs (born 1786) & Sarah Dart plus James Balsdon 9yrs old, grandson of John and Sarah Dart. In 1861 James is 31yrs, unmarried lodging with and working for blacksmith John Brown (born 1833) in Lamerton Green, Tavistock, Devon. |
| | DART | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Dart, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 55yrs, living in East side of Village Black Torrington with wife Sarah 52yrs. Children: Susanna 15yrs; Eliza 15yrs; James 14yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Sarah 11yrs;. William Soper 9yrs. Elizabeth Rockey 20yrs. Kezia Rockey 2yrs. In 1851 John is 65yrs, living in Village, 303, Black Torrington Devon with wife Sarah 62yrs (born Black Torrington, Devon and son James 24yrs (born 1830 blacksmith) and their grandson James Balsdon 9yrs. |
| | DART | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Dart, blacksmith master, employed 1 man. Born about 1806 in Coldridge , Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrsliving in the Village, Crediton, Devon with wife Mary.A. 38yrs (born Bow, Devon). Children: Mary J. 15yrs, John 9yrs, William 7yrs, Matilda 4yrs, Anna 1yr. Apprentice: William Chamin 17yrs. |
| | DART | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Dart, blacksmith master. Born about 1804 in Winsford, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs, living in Landkey Village, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Harriet 39yrs (born Bishops Tawton, Devon). Children: Mary 13yrs, Michael 10yrs, Richard 6yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. You will find plenty of Dart’s in Devon. |
| | DART | Matthew | Blacksmith | 1792: Matthew Dart, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Landkey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Matthew as 59yrs, living in Newland, Barnstaple, Devon with his daughters Lyddia 13yrs and Julia 8yrs. Lodgers: Mary Rees 40yrs and Mary A. Rees 4yrs. |
| | DART | Michael | Blacksmith | 1806: Michael Dart, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1806, Christened 16 January 1806 in Landkey, Devon, England. Son of Michael and Grace Dart. The 1851 UK census lists Michael as 45yrs, unmarried, living in Landkey Village, Barnstaple, Devon with his mother Grace 68yrs, widow, farmer; his sister Ann Dart 28yrs and brother Richard DART 26yrs.(Ag Lab). IN 1871 Michael is 65yrs, still in Landkey. Living with his brother Richard 48yrs (ag.labourer) and his wife Anne 58yrs. Plus Richard’s nephew Charles Dart 8yrs and grandson John Moon 2yrs. |
| | DART | Philip | Blacksmith | 1816: Philip Dart, blacksmith. Born 1816 in Landkey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 35yrs, living in Saint Sidwell, Exeter, Devon with wife Nancy 40yrs (born Tavistock, Devon). Children: John. H. 8yrs; George 6yrs; William. E. 4yrs; Thomas 3yrs; Charles newborn infant. |
| | DART | Philip | Blacksmith | 1798: Philip Dart, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Bratton Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 40yrs, living in Bratton Fleming, Devon with wife Fanny (Frances) 40yrs and daughter Elizabeth Dart 20yrs. In 1851 Philip is 53yrs, still living in Bratton Town, Fanny 34yrs (born Stoke Rivers, Devon). |
| | DART | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1799: Thomas Dart, blacksmith master, employs 1 lad. Born about 1799 in Hatherleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 52yrs, living at Harpers Hill, Okehampton, Devon with wife Mary 57yrs (born Northlew, devon). Children: Harriet 21yrs, Jane 19yrs. Grand-daughter: Mary E. Bolt 5yrs. Visitor: Susan Maynard 28yrs. Apprentice Blacksmith: Thomas Down 18yrs. |
| | DART | William | Blacksmith | 1763: William Dart, blacksmith, pauper. Born about 1763 in Land key, Devon, Engalnd. The 1851 UK census lists William as 88yrs, living in Stoke Town, Barnstaple, Devon with his daughter Elizabeth Hoile; son-in-law Elias Hoile and granddaughter Ann (labourers). |
| | DARTON | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Darton, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, living at 30 New Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizabeth 39yrs (born Alphington, Devon). Children: Richard 15yrs, James 12yrs, William 4yrs, Elizabeth 2yrs. |
| | DAVEY | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Davey, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 17yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith John and Elizabeth Heard, in Hookway Road, Crediton, Devon. |
| | DAVEY | John | Blacksmith | 1777: John Davey, blacksmith. Born about 1777 in Dulow, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 74yrs, a widower, living at 5 Bakers Place, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DAVEY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1818: Richard Davey, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Sheviock, Cornwall. England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 33yrs, living at 40 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon with wife Elizabeth 33yrs (born Stoke Damerel, Devon). Children: Henry 7yrs and Ellen. C. 5mths infant. Richard worked at H.M. Dockyard. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DAVEY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1828: Thomas Davey, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Pilton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 23yrs,living in Tawton Road, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents Richard & Jane (Labourer & Lime Burner). Siblings: Martha 12yrs, John 8yrs. Grandfather: Gregory Davey, 78yrs, widower, leaseholder. Visitor: Richard Turner 2yrs. |
| | DAVEY | William | Blacksmith | 1795: William Davey, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Barnstable, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 56yrs, visiting William & Johannah Bremblecombe (green grocers) at St Andrew Street, Plymouth, Devon. |
| | DAVEY | William George | Blacksmith | 1860: William George Davey, blacksmith, brass founder. Born 1860-1861 at Ottery St Mary, Devon, England. Parents were George and Susan Davey. The 1881 UK census lists William as blacksmith and living with his family in Sandhill Street, Ottery St Mary. In 1891 he is living in King Street Honiton, with his wife Fanny and daughter Lucy. In 1901 the family have moved to High Street, Honiton, Devon. A further daughter, Frances has been born and his occupation is now given as brass founder. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and the Brownsmiths Indexes. Contact Sue by |
| | DAVIES | James | Blacksmith | 1810: James Davies, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Bodmin, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 40yrs, living in Dunmoore Cottage, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Works at HM DockYard. Wife: Ann 42yrs (born North Petherwin, Devon). Children: John 19yrs (blacksmith), William 17yrs, James 15yrs, Ann 13yrs, George 11yrs, Richard 8yrs, Selina 5yrs. Listed in Balcksmith of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DAVIES | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Davies, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, living in Dunmoore Cottage, Plympton St Mary, Devon with his parents, blacksmith James 40yrs (born 1810) & Ann 42yrs. Siblings: William 17yrs ( apprentice cordwainer), James 15yrs (ag. Labourer), Ann 13yrs, George 11yrs, Richard 8yrs, Selina 5yrs. |
| | DAVIES | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Davies, blacksmith master. Born about 1813 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 38yrs, living in High Street, Bideham, Devon with wife Mary A. 39yrs (born Bo, Devon). See census 1851 for 7 young children listed. |
| | DAVIES | Wm. | Blacksmith | 1823: Wm. Davies, blacksmiths servant.Born about 1823 in Westlee, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Wm as 28yrs, lodging with Edward McLaughlin and family at 8 High Street Globe Inn, Plymouth, Devon. |
| | DAVIS | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1794: Daniel Davis, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Daniel as 57yrs,living in Higher Street, Kenton, St Thomas with wife Elizabeth 85yrs )born Atherington, devon). |
| | DAVIS | George | Blacksmith | 1808: George Davis, blacksmith master, employed 1 man. Born about 1808 in Chudleigh , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 43yrsliving at Old Exeter St. Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Mary 38yrs (born Chudleigh). |
| | DAVIS | George | Blacksmith | 1782: George Davis, blacksmith, retired. Born about 1782 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 69yrs, living in Clifford Street, Chudleigh, Devonshire. With wife Mary 70yrs (born Chudleigh). |
| | DAVIS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1822: Robert Davis, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 18yrs, living at 10 Richmond Street, Plymouth, Devon with parents John & Elizabeth. |
| | DAVIS | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1840: William Davis (Jnr),blacksmith, springmaker. Born 1840-1841 in Hastings, Sussex. The 1851 UK census lists him as 10yrs, living at 14 Coffins Place, St Stephen, Exeter, Devonshire with parents William & Susan Davis. |
| | DAVIS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1815: William Davis (Snr), blacksmith,springmaker master. Born about 1815 in London Holborn-MID. The 1851 UK census lists him as 36yrs,living at 14 Coffins Place, St Stephen, Exeter, Devonshire. Born: Wife: Susan 36yrs born Devonport-DEV. |
| | DAVY | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1819: Samuel Davy, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Cheriton Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 32yrs, living at Pipers Cot, Crediton, Devon with wife Sarah 32yrs (born Topsham, Devon) and daughter Sarah newborn infant. Parents Samuel 74yrs & Ann 55yrs Davy. Servant Sarah. A. Hutchings 12yrs. Apprentice blacksmiths: William Yelland 21yrs and George Oxford 18yrs. |
| | DAVY | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Davy, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Cheriton Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 24yrs, living in Cockington Village, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 29yrs (born Tor Cros, devon) and daughter Matilda 1yrs. |
| | DAVY | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Davy, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Broadwoodwidger, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, unmarried, working for master blacksmith John Veal at Veals Shop, Holsworthy, Devon. |
| | DAWE | George | Blacksmith | 1834: George Dawe, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Winkleigh ¸Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 17yrs, an apprentice with master blacksmith William (born 1815) and Eliza Raymond in Folly,Torrington, Devon. IN 1861 George is 27yrs, living in Stoke Damerell, Devon with wife Agnes 27yrs (born Morchard Bishop, Devon). Children: George 6yrs; Fred 3yrs; James 1yr infant. Catherine Werring,34yrs, married. |
| | DAWE | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Dawe, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Bickleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith James (born 1810) and Ann Lavers in Plympton, St Mary, Devon. In 1861 William is 29yrs, living in Wellington, Somerset with wife Eliza 30yrs (born West Buckland, Somerset). Children: William Marks 7yrs (wife’s son); Henrietta Dawe 2yrs and Emma.S. Dawe newborn infant. Lodger: ? H.H.Down 22yrs (blacksmith born 1839 Burlington, Somerset). William is listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | DAWE | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Dawe, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs,lodging at 5 Keates Street, Devonport, Devon with William & Mary Dustin (Cabinet makers). |
| | DAY | Cephas | Blacksmith | 1820: Cephas Day, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born 1820-1821 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists as 20yrs, living in St.Stephans Street, in the Close of St.Peters Cathedral, Devon; with wife Jemima 20yrs (born Exeter) and daughter Matilda 5months infant. In 1851 Cephas is 33yrs, living at park Cottages, Islington, Middlesex. Jemima is 32yrs. Children: Matilda.W. 10yrs; Jemima 4yrs; Emma.M. 2yrs. Cephas is listed in the Blacksmiths of Devon & Middlesex and in the Whitesmiths Index. |
| | DAY | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1815: Samuel Day, blacksmith master, employs 1 labourer. Born about 1815 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 36yrs, living in Fore Street, North Tawton with wife Louisa 34yrs (born Colebrook, Devon). Children: John 10yrs, Samuel 8yrs, Thomas 6yrs, Henry 3yrs, Hermon 1yr. Visitor; Mary Ann Lock 24yrs. |
| | DAY | William | Blacksmith | 1812: William Day, blacksmith master,employs 1 man. Born about 1812 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 39yrs, living in Fore Street, North Tawton Okehampton with wife Ann 41yrs (born North Tawton). Children: Mary Amelia 13yrs, Naomi 9yrs, William George 6yrs, Lewis Wm. 3yrs. Mother: Tamazin Day 81yrs,widow. Servant: Robert Raymont 22yrs (blacksmith). Servant: Ann Howard 13yrs. |
| | DAYMOND | Henry | Blacksmith | 1830: Henry Daymond, blacksmiths labourer. Born 18130-1831 in Moreton Hampstead , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 20yrs, lodging with James Mann and family in Newton Abbot, Devonshire. |
| | DAYMOND | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1796: Joseph Daymond, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 55yrs, living in East Street, Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey with wife Mary 55yrs (born Bovey Tracey). Chidlren: William 21yrs (blacksmith); Mary 15yrs. Grandson Samuel 5yrs and nephew Jabez Mugford. George Chappel 11yrs (farm labourer). |
| | DAYMOND | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Daymond, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, living in East Street, Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey with parents, blacksmith Joseph (born 1796) & Mary Daymond. |
| | DEACON | Edward | Blacksmith | 1793: Edward Deacon, blacksmith. Born about 17913 in Landilph, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 58yrs, living in Black Down, Milton Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 57yrs (born Tavistock, Devon). Children: 4 listed see census 1851. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DEACON | George | Blacksmith | 1819: George Deacon, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in St Stephens, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 32yrs, living at 54 Gloucester Street, Morice Town, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Jane 31yrs (born St Stephens, Cornwall). Children:?unclear ((Elizabeth J.)) Deacon; plus a son 4yrs and son William G. Deacon 2yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DEACON | Mathias | Blacksmith | 1792: Mathias Deacon, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in St Stephens, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mathias as 59yrs, a widower, living at 7 Sutton Road, Plymouth, Devon with his children: William 16yrs (rope maker), Emma Jane 12y, John Erwin 10y, Ellen 6y, Robert 4y. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DEACON | Matthias | Blacksmith | 1813: Mathias Deacon, blacksmith. Born about 1813 at St Stephens by Saltash, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mathias as 38yrs, living in Cremill, St Germans, Maker St Germans, Devonshire. Wife: Ann 35 (born St Columb, Cornwall). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DEAN | Edward | Blacksmith | 1796: Edward Dean, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 55yrs, living in Bridge, Honiton, Devon with wife Loveday (was Newcombe) 47yrs (born Branscombe). Son: William Dean 20y. Loveday’s children from previous marriage: Mary Newcombe 21yrs unmarried; William Newcombe 19y unmarried; Emily Newcombe 15y; John Newcombe 13ys.Visitors: Seth Payton 34yrs married (joiner); Loveday Payton 29yrs married; William payton 4yrs and Georgina Payton 2yrs. |
| | DEAN | Ellis | Blacksmith | 1810: Ellis Dean, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Ellis as 40yrs, an invalid, Living in Honiton, Devon. Ellis works for his father Ellis Bartlett Dean (famer) & Tryphena Dean and his brother John Dean31yrs blacksmith. |
| | DEAN | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Dean, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 31yrs, living in Honiton, Devon with his parents, farmers, Ellis Bartlett & Tryphena Dean and his brother Ellis 40yrs (blacksmith. |
| | DEAN | John T. | Blacksmith | 1836: John. T. Dean, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Stoke Damerell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living at 62 Gloucester St, Morice Town, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his parents and siblings. See Shipwrights Index for parents John & Martha & brother William. E. Dean 15yrs. Several other children listed in census 1851. |
| | DEAN | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1804: Joseph Dean, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Harpford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 47yrs, living at the School House, Farrington, Farrington St Thomas, Devon with wife Ann 47yrs (born Woodbur, Devon) plus 4 children. |
| | DEAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1817: Thomas Dean, blacksmith. Born about 18171 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 54yrs,living in Bridge,Honiton, Branscombe with daughter Rhoda Dean 19yrs and his grand daughter Sarah Perriman 4yrs. Visitor Albert Holloway 2yrs. Thomas is listed as married but wife not listed. |
| | DEAN | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Dean, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1828 in Sidmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, living in Marsh, Sidmouth Honiton with wife Maria 22yrs (born Honiton) and daughter Emma 10mths infant |
| | DEAN (NEWCOMBE) | John | Blacksmith | 1838: John Dean (Newcombe), blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (aka Dean) as 13yrs, living at Bridge, Honiton, Devon. John is stepson of Edward Dean 55yrs (Snr. born 1796 blacksmith) and grandson of Ellis Bartlet Dean. John’s mother Loveday Dean 47yrs was widow of ‘Newcombe’. Others listed: William Dean 20yrs (a butcher). Lovedays other children from previous marriage: Mary Newcombe 21yrs; William Newcombe 19yrs (farm labourer); Emily Newcombe 13yrs. Visitors: Seth Payton 34yrs ( a joiner); Loveday Payton 29yrs; William Payton 4yrs and Georgina Payton 2yrs. John is listed under both Dean (Newcombe) and Newcombe (Dean). |
| | DELBRIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1840: William Delbridge, blacksmith. Born About 1840, North Molton, Devon, England. William lived in South & North Molton & Bishops Nympton from 1841 to 1927. The 1971 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living at New Buildings,, North Molton, Devon with wife Jane 38yrs (born Wiveliscombe,Devon). Children: William 4yrs; Thomas 2yrs. Lodging with them Thomas Collard 75yrs (farm labourer) and his wife Harriett Collard 75yrs (both born devon). Contributor does not wish to be contacted. |
| | DELVE | Edward | Blacksmith | 1783: Edward Delve, blacksmith. Born about 1783 in East Down, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 68yrs, living in Cispris Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 63yrs (born East Down). Son: George 28yrs (blacksmith). Servants: Francis Harris 17yrs (labouer) & Keziah Thorne (house). |
| | DELVE | George | Blacksmith | 1823: George Delve, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in East Down, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census George as 28yrs, living in Cispris Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon with parents, blacksmith Edward (born 1783) & Elizabeth Delve. |
| | DELVE | William | Blacksmith | 1816: William Delve, master blacksmith, farmer 30 acres, employs 1 man. Born about 1816 in East Down, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 35yrs, at Village of Cott, Loxhore, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 29yr born (Loxhore) and daughter Elizabeth 4yrs. Servant/lodger: James Berry 45yrs. |
| | DEMONT | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1786: Benjamin Demont, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Chedock, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists Benjamin as 65yrs, living in Charmouth St Charmouth, Devon. married but wife nto recorded here. Children: John 26yrs (blacksmith. John’s wife Caroline 27yrs and their son Samuel. S. 1yr infant. Blacksmiths servant Elijah Pidgeon 17yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | DEMONT | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Demont, blacksmith. Born about1825 in Chedock, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, living in Charmouth St Charmouth Devon with his wife Caroline 27yrs. and son Samuel S. 1yr infant. Living with John’s father Benjamin 65yrs (born 1786 blacksmith). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | DENBON | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Denbon, blacksmith master, employs 2 men and 1 boy. Born about 1791 in Great Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 60yrs, a widower, living in Calf Street,Torrington. He has a house servant: Harriet Lander, 47yrs,widow. |
| | DENNESS | John | Blacksmith | 1808: John Denness, blacksmith and farrier. Born about 1808 in Rattery, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 33yrs, living in Churchtown, Staverton with wife Mary 36yrs (born Teignhead, Devon). Children: Anna 7yrs; Dinag 5yrs; Hubert 3yrs. Johanna Williams 75yrs. Also listed is John Perryman 5yrs (born Staverton) and Mary Perryman 3yrs (born Staverton). In 1851 John is 43yrs, still in Staverton Town, Totnes. Mary 47yrs. Children: Dinah 15yrs, Hubert.S. 13yrs, Albert.J. 7yrs. |
| | DENNESS | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Denness, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Rattery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 41yrs, living in Diptford, Totnes, Devon with wife Susanna 36yrs (born Broadhampton, devon). Children: Rhoda 10yrs and George.T. 8yrs. |
| | DENNETT | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Dennett, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, unmarried, living in Gosford, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon. Lodging with Thomas & Grace Harding (carpenters). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | DENNIS | Alexander | Blacksmith | 1778: Alexander Dennis, blacksmith. Born about 1778, Huntshaw,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Alexander as 73yrs, living in Langdpn Cottage, Littleham in Bideford, Devon with wife Jane 61yrs (born Winkleigh, Devon). House servant: Elizabeth Tucker 16yrs. |
| | DENNIS | Charles | Blacksmith | 1852: Charles Dennis, blacksmith. Born about 1852, Littleham, Devon, England. Son of master wheelwright, carpenter John Dennis (born 1820) and Mary Ann. The 1861 UK census lists Charles as 9yrs, living with his parents and siblings. In 1871 Charles is 22yrs, living in Dolton Devon, working as a blacksmith journeyman with Charlotte Heard nee Stanbury. 1881 & 1891 a blacksmiths in in Frome Somerset (also listed in Blacksmiths of Somerset Index). See Wheelwrights Index for his father John. Contact Hazel by. |
| | DENNIS | John | Blacksmith | 1787: John Dennis, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1787, Monkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 64yrs, living in Monkleigh Village with wife Ann Ann 54yrs (born Bideford, Devon). Children: Richard 19yrs (wheelwright), Mary Ann 22yrs, Rowland 13yrs. Plus Apprentice blacksmith Caleb Wakely 18yrs (born Parkham Devon). |
| | DENNIS | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Dennis, master blacksmith. Born about 1818, 33yrs, Monkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 33yrs living in Monkleigh Village with wife Grace 36yrs (born Great Torringto, Devon). |
| | DENNIS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1781: Richard Dennis, master blacksmith, employing 1 man. Born about 1781 in Monkleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 600yrs, living in Monkleigh Village with wife Mary (born Instow, Devon) and son John 20yrs. Plus Mary Cock 15yrs. In 1851 Richard is 70yrs, wife Mary 72yrs, still in Monkleigh Village. House servant Agnes Hern 20yrs. |
| | DENNIS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1820: Thomas Dennis, master blacksmith. Born about 1820, Monkley, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 31yrs, living at 15 Conduit Street, Okehampton, Devon with wife E.D. 29yrs (born Hatherleigh, Devon) and daughter S.A.D. Dennis 2yrs. |
| | DENSLOW | G. | Blacksmith | 1827: G. Denslow, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Membury, Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists ‘G” as 24yrs, unmarried, living in Village, Membury with his widowed father and siblings. Father John Denslow 60yrs (carpenter. Sisters: A. Denslow 29yrs; M. Denslow 14yrs. Brothers: M. Denslow 26yrs (carpenter); E. Denslow 19yrs (carpenter); W. Denslow 17yrs ( shoemaker). Nephew F. Denslow 7yrs. |
| | DENSLOW | John | Blacksmith | 1813: John Denslow, blacksmith, whitesmith, mechanic. Born about 1813 in Membury, Devon, England and died 1894. The 1841 UK census lists him as 25yrs, lodging with blacksmith Christopher Type and family at Charmont Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset. In1851 John Denslow (Snr) was a Mechanic at Flax Mills, Greenham, Crewkerne; wife Mary (nee Type) 33yrs. Children: Catherine 8yrs; Elizabeth 7yrs; John 2yrs. Lodger: John Stanton 29yrs, widower (mill foreman). 1861: John 49yrs, a widower, and is now a blacksmith, at Membury, Devon living with his daughter Elizabeth Caddy nee Type, 17yrs (flax reeler); sons John (Jnr) 12yrs and William 6yrs. John is listed in Blacksmiths of Dorset and Devon and the Whitesmiths Indexes. His son John (Jnr) moved to London and was a coachmaker. Contact Debbie by |
| | DIAMOND | James | Blacksmith | 1833: James Diamond, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Sampford, Courtney, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 18yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith Richard (born 1808) and Eliza Heathman in Woodland Head, Crediton, Devon. IN 1861 James is 28yrs, living in Pancras Place, St Pancras, Exeter, Devon with wife Elizabeth 26yrs (born Payhembbury, Devon). |
| | DILLON | George | Blacksmith | 1800: George Dillon, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Chawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 50yrs, a widower, living at Pleasane House, Crediton, Devon with his son James 21yrs (blacksmith) and a niece Louiza Dillon 20yrs. |
| | DILLON | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Dillon, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Chawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 21yrs, living with his father widower George 50yrs (blacksmith) and his cousins Louiza Dillon 20yrs at Pleasane House, Crediton, Devon. |
| | DILLON | Wm Henry (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: William Henry Dillon (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Chawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living at Wards, Crediton, Devon with his father Wm.Henry (Snr) 44yrs (blacksmith). Siblings: Edwin 15yrs & Amelia 13yrs. |
| | DILLON | Wm Henry (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1807: William Henry Dillon (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Chawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 44yrs, a widower, living at Wards, Crediton, Devon with his children: William Henry (Jnr) 17yrs (blacksmith); Edwin 15yrs and Amelia 13yrs. |
| | DIMOND | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1829: Daniel Dimond, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Offwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Daniel as 22yrs, lodging at the Three Mariners, Honiton, Devon with blacksmith Thomas O’Bridge & Ann O'Bridge. |
| | DIMOND | Richard | Blacksmith | 1810: Richard Diment, blacksmith and iron monger. Born about 1810 in Colyton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 30yrs, living in Sidmouth Street, Seaton & Beer, Axminster, Devon. Wife Charlotte 30yrs. Son John 3ys. Also listed is James Rowe 20yrs (?realtionship). In 1851 Richard is 40yrs, living in Sidmouth Street, Seaton & Beer, Axminster, Devon. Wife: Charlotte 41y (born Taunton, Somerset) and several children. Son John 13y (becomes a moudler). See also the Iron Workers Index. |
| | DINHAM | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1792: Daniel Dinham, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1792, Sr Edmunds, Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Daniel as 59yrs, at 14 Holloway Street, Holy Trinity, Exeter.; with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Thoverton, Devon). |
| | DINHAM | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Dinham, blacksmith. Born about 1819, Burlescombe, Devon, England. John was the eldest son of Thomas and Mary Dinham (see Wheelwrights Index ) of Nicholashayne, Culmstock, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists John as 22yrs, a blacksmith journeyman, lodging in High Street, Wellington. By 1846 he was in Nicholashayne, and established as the village smith. The 1851 census lists John as 32yrs, with wife Elizabeth Ann 38yrs (born Culmstock,Devon). Children: Elizabeth 2yrs; William 1yr infant. In 1861: John is 43yrs, at the smithy, Nicholashayne; Eliza Ann 49yrs and boarder Edwin Pook 4yrs (possible nephew). Their two small children are missing from the census. Contact Andy by |
| | DOBBS | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Dobbs (Jnr), blacksmith,wheelwright. Born about 1822-1826 (census changes age), Mattishall, Norfolk, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living in Mattishall. Parents: wheelwright William Dobbs 55yrs (born 1786) and Elizabeth 35yrs (born 1806). Williams brothers Rayner 15yrs and Edward ?Edmund) 13yrs. Others listed at address are Elijah Towel, 25yrs (blacksmith journeyman, born Norfolk); Clara Bear 9yrs; Lorenza Mann 15yrs. In 1851 William is 29yrs (?born 1822) living in Mattishall with wife Sarah 26yrs (born Welbourne, Norfolk) and son Frederick 5yrs. Also Elizabeth Kern 77ys,widow, pauper. Mary Cutyer 57yrs,widow annuitant; Hannah Groom 48yrs (sister) visiting. Listed in Blacksmiths Norfolk and Wheelwrights Indxes. |
| | DOBLE | James | Blacksmith | 1807: James Doble, blacksmith and publican. Born about 1807 in Churchstanton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 44yrs, living at The New Inn,Taunton, Devon with wife Ann 43yrs (born Upottery, Devon). Apprentice: Robert Wescott 19yrs. House servant: Sarah Bromfield 17yrs. |
| | DOBLE | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Doble, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Churchstanton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, Living at Hole,Taunton, Devon with wife Mary 21yrs (born Churchtanton) and daughter Elizabeth 6yrs. |
| | DODD | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Dodd, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Stoke Damerell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, Kinterbury Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Sarah 26yrs (born Exeter, Devon). In 1861 William is 36yrs, Sarah is 35yrs still living in Plymouth. Children: Sarah 5yrs; William 3yrs; John 1yr infant. Niece Mary Ann Cann 23yrs. |
| | DODDERIDGE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1823: Joseph Dodderidge, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1823 in Ugborough, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 28yrs,living in Lower Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Agness 25yrs (born Ugborough). Children: Thomas 7yrs, Charlotte 1yrs. Visitor: Alfred Carwithen 7yrs. |
| | DODDERIDGE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1797: Joseph Dodderidge, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 54yrs, living in the Square, Totnes, Devon with wife Mary Ann 54yrs (born Diptford, Devon). Sons: Thomas Tobias Dodderidge 27yrs (blacksmith) & William Dodderidge 34yrs (cordwainer). |
| | DODDERIDGE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1820: Richard Dodderidge, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 31yrs,living at No 7 Granby Ope, Devonport, Devon with wife Charlotte 33yrs (born Devonport) and son Jas. 1yr infant. Richard worked at HM Dockyard. |
| | DODDERIDGE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1824: Thomas Doddridge, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 27yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Elizabeth 28yrs (born Plymstock) and sons John. H. 3yrs and Richard 2yrs. |
| | DODDERIDGE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Doddridge, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 14yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with his parents, blacksmith John. P. (born 1795) and Elizabeth Dodridge. Siblings: Priscilla 23yrs; Sarah 20yrs; John. P. (Jnr) 17yrs (blacksmith); Thomas 14yrs ; Eliza 12yrs. IN 1861 Thomas is 24yrs, living in Ley Ford, Plympton with wife Rebecca 22yrs (born Plymouth, Devon) and daughters Allis 2yrs and Louisa new born infant. |
| | DODDERIDGE | Tobias | Blacksmith | 1824: Tobias Dodderidge, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Tobias as 27yrs, living in the Square, Totnes with parents, blacksmith Joseph 54yrs (born 1797) & Mary Ann 54yrs and his brother William Dodderidge 34yrs (cordwainer). |
| | DODDERIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Dodderidge, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Stoke Damerell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living in Kinterbury Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Sarah 26yrs (born Exeter, Devon). |
| | DODRIDGE | James | Blacksmith | 1817: James Dodridge, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 34yrs living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Ann 34yrs (born Down Gat, Cornwall). Children: John Dingle Dodridge 10yrs, Ann. C. Dodridge 9yrs, Catherine Dodridge 6yrs. |
| | DODRIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1771: John Dodridge, blacksmith, pauper. Born about 1771 in Ugborough, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 80yrs, living in Turnpike Cottage, Ugborough with wife Elizabeth 67yrs (born Holbeton, Devon). Paupers. |
| | DODRIDGE | John.P. (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: John. P. Dodridge (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Plymstock, Devon, England The 1851 UK census lists John (Jnr) as 17yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with his parents John. P. & Elizabeth (blacksmiths). |
| | DODRIDGE | John.P. (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1795: John. P. Dodridge (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Snr) as 56yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Elizabeth 55yrs (born Plymstock). Children: John. P. 17yrs (blacksmith), Thomas 14yrs (blacksmith), Priscilla 23yrs, Sarah 20yrs, Eliza 12yrs. |
| | DODRIDGE | Josiah | Blacksmith | 1825: Josiah Dodridge, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Josiah as 25yrs, living in Cannon Street, Devonport with wife Catherine 25yrs (born Devonport) and daughters Elizabeth 2yrs and Jane 8mths infant. |
| | DODRIDGE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1781: Robert Dodridge, blacksmith, retired. Born about 1781 in Plympton, St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 70yrs, living in Plympton St Mary. Lodges with widow Mary Ann Mayne & family. |
| | DODRIDGE | Robert (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1833: Robert Dodridge (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as living in Plympton St Mary with his parents, blacksmith Robert (born 1799) & Mary Ann. Siblings: William 23yrs (shipwright) and Harriet 16yrs. |
| | DODRIDGE | Robert (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1799: Robert Dodridge (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Roebrt (Snr) as 52yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Mary Ann 46yrs (born Plymstock) Children: William 23yrs (shipwright); Robert 18yrs (blacksmith) and Harriet 16yrs. |
| | DOIDGE | Charles (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1835: Charles Doidge (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 16yrs, living in Brook Street, Tavistock with his parents Charles & Prudence Doidge (blacksmiths). |
| | DOIDGE | Charles (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1804: Charles Doidge (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles (Snr) as 47yrs, living in Brook Street, Tavistock with wife Prudence 50yrs (born Stratton, Cornwall). Children: Elizabeth 20yrs, Charles (Jnr) 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith); John 13yrs and Richard 9yrs. |
| | DOLBEAR | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Dolbear, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Moreton Hampstead, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 42yrs, living in Forder Street, Newton Abbot, Moreton Hampstead with wife Ann 47yrs (born Moreton Hampstead) and daughters Mary Ann 18yrs and Louisa G.10yrs. |
| | DOLBEAR | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1785: Samuel Dolbear, blacksmith. Born about 1785. Christened 16 Janaury 1785 in Moretone Hampstead, Devon, England. Father William Dolbear. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 55yrs, living in living in Ford Street, Newton Abbot, Moreton Hampstead with wife Grace 55yrs (born Newton St.Cyres, Devon). Also listed is Robert Rossiter 20yrs born Moreton Hampstead. In 1851 Samuel is 66yrs, still in Ford Street, Newton Abbot, Moreton Hampstead with wife Grace 66yrs. 1871: Samuel is 77yrs, retired, a widower, still in Newton Abbott. Children: John 52yrs (master blacksmith and iron monger) and his wife Ann 57yrs (born Chagford, Devon). Granddaughter Mary.A. 26yrs. Grandson John Rossiter 4yrs. John Loram 19yrs (apprentice blacksmith). |
| | DOLON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1835: Samuel Dolon, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Ashprington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs, as apprentice with master blacksmith Edward and Hariett Crees, living in Lower Bowdon, Totnes, Devon |
| | DOMMETT | John | Blacksmith | 1790: John Dommett, blacksmith. Born 1790-1791 in Yarcombe, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 50yrs, living at March Cottage, Yarcombe with wife Ann 50yrs. IN 1851 John is 59yrs, a widower, lodging at James and Ann Trickey and family (Ag.labourers). |
| | DONAVAN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1816: Richard Donavan, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Ermington, Cirnwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 35yrs, living at No: 4 Navy Row, Stoke Damerell, Devon. Wife: Eliza 36yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). They had 6 children. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DONEY | John | Blacksmith | 1796: John Doney, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Linkinghorne, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists John is 45yrs , living in Marlborough Street, Stoke Damerell, Devon with wife Elizabeth 40yrs (born Liskeard, Cornwall). In 1851 John is 5yrs, Elizabeth 50yrs, living at 39 Marlborough Street, Stoke Damerell. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | DOUST | Stephen | Blacksmith | 1832: Stephen Doust, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Ilsington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Stephen as 19yrs, as apprentice to master blacksmith George Smabridge and family, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Hennock, Devonshire. |
| | DOWELL | William | Blacksmith | 1786: William Dowell, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Devon, England. William married first wife Jane Hare in 1786 at Aylesbeare, Devon He married second wife Sarah Paver in 1790 at Otterton. William was described as blacksmith of Sidford. No other information give. |
| | DOWN | Edward | Blacksmith | 1810: Edward Down, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Edward as 31yrs, living in Ebrington Street, Plymouth Parish of St.Charles the Martyr with wife Ann 39yrs (born Devon). Children: Mary 9yrs; Elizabeth 8yrs; Edward 6yrs; Ann 2yrs. Several other people at same address. |
| | DOWN | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Down, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1797 in Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 54yrs, a widower, lodging with master blacksmiths John Bowden 55yrs (born 1796) and his 3 sons (all blacksmiths)in the Village, Okehampton, Devon. |
| | DOWN | John | Blacksmith | 1824: John Down, blacksmith. Born about1824 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living at 2 Spry Downs, Tavistock, Devon with his parents John & Mary Down (farmers). |
| | DOWN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1828: Thomas Down, blacksmith. Born about 1828,Halwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 23yrs,living at Little Foxhole, Holsworth, Devon. Son of Richard (Carpenter) & Mary Down. Brothers; John 21yrs (carpenter), William 11yrs. Servant: Samuel Down 23yrs (carpenter).
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| | DOWN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1833: Thomas Down, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 18yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Thomas Dart 52yrs (born 1799) and Mary 57yrs, living at Harpers Hill, Okehampton. |
| | DOWN | Thomas Samuel | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Samuel Down, blacksmith. Born in July 1837, Tavistock, Devon, England. After serving his apprenticeship as a blacksmith, family legend says he walked up from Devon to London find work. The 1861 Census lists him as working as a smith in the Small Arms factory at Enfield Essex. Contact Alan by |
| | DOWNEY | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1825: Frederick Downey, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Lapford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 26yrs, living in the Village, Crediton, Devon with John & Elisabeth Simmons. |
| | DRAKE | George | Blacksmith | 1814: George Drake, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Clist Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 37yrs, living at Own End No.6, Honiton with his brother John 40yrs (blacksmith). |
| | DRAKE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Drake, blacksmith master, employed 2 men. Born about 1810 in Clist Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living at Own End No.6, Honiton with his wife Ann 37yrs (born Broadclist, Devon). Children: John 12yrs; Emma 10yrs; Serena 8yrs; Walter 4yrs. Also his father Samuel Drake 76yrs, pauper and his brother John 40yrs (blacksmith). |
| | DREW | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Drew, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Northleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrsliving at Fades, Sidbury, Honiton, Devon. Wife Ann 22yrs (born Plymouth, Devon) and son Henry 2yrs. They are lodging with Henry & Hanna Maeer. |
| | DROWN | James | Blacksmith | 1787: James Drown, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1787 in Kelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 64yrs, living in Tinney, Lifton, Tavistock, Devon with wife Ann 66yrs (born Lifton). Paupers formally a blacksmith. |
| | DROWN | John | Blacksmith | 1799: John Drown, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Stagshead, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 52yrs, living in Stagshead with wife Ann 50yrs (born Plymouth, devon). Children: Eliza.T. 22yrs, Elizabeth 12yrs, James.B. 7yrs. |
| | DROWN | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Drown, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Brentor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 42yrs, living in Long Cross, Tavistock, Devon. Wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Sampfordspiney, Devon) and their 6 children. |
| | DRUMMOND | James | Blacksmith | 1819: James Drummond, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists James as 32yrs, living at 4 North Street, St David, Exeter. Wife Catherine 36yrs (born Scotland). Children: Margaret 9yrs and Robert 7yrs both born Scotland. |
| | DUCKHAM | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Duckham, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Chard, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 20yrs, lodging with blacksmith William and Frances Priscott in Instow Town, Barnstaple, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of devon and Somerset |
| | DULLING | Henry (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1786: Henry Dulling (Snr), blacksmith.Born about 1786 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 65yrs, living in North Street,Torrington, Devon. Wife Martha 63yrs (born Exbourne, Devon). Children: James 29yrs, Samuel 27yrs. Grandson George Dulling 6yrs. |
| | DUM | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Dum, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1830 in Newcastle, Northumberland, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, living at 44 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon. Lodges with William & Mary Gay & family. |
| | DUMMETT | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Dummett, blacksmith. Born about1786 in Widworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 65yrs,living in Cottage, Chard, Devon with wife Ann 75yrs (born Tiverton, Devon). Visitor: Charles Tucker 20yrs. |
| | DUNN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1809: Henry Dunn, blacksmith master. Born about 1809 in : Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 42yrs, living in the Village Barnstaple, Devon with wife Sarah 42yrs(born Swimbridge) and son William 12yrs. Lodger: Johanna Stribling 81yrs( Pauper Ag Labs Wife). |
| | DUNN | James | Blacksmith | 1836: James Dunn, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Chivelstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 15yrs, living in Bickerton, Stokenham, Kingsbride, Devon. Parents, blacksmith John (born 1807) & Elizabeth Dunn. 6 siblings listed 1851 census. |
| | DUNN | James | Blacksmith | 1824: James Dunn, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 27yrs, living in Eastacombe Village, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 25yrs (born Tawstock, Devon). Children: Samuel 1yrs and Mary Ann 1yr. |
| | DUNN | John | Blacksmith | 1807: John Dunn, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 44yrs, living in Bickerton, Stokenham, Kingsbride, Devon with wife Elizabeth 39yrs (born East Allington, Devon). See census 1851 for list of 7 children. Son James 15yrs (born 1836 a blacksmith). |
| | DUNN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1827: Richard Dunn, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 24yrs, living in Queen Street, Plymouth, Devon with his widowed mother Sarah and his sisters Sarah 33yrs and Eliza 26yrs. |
| | DUNN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1771: Richard Dunn, blacksmith master, employed 3 men, now a pauper. Born about 1771 in Stoke Damerell, Devon England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 80yrs, a pauper living at 1-Workhouse, Devonport. |
| | DUNN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1774: Samuel Dunn, blacksmith and farmer 18 acres, employs 1 journeyman smith & 1 Labourer. Born about 1774 in West Putford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 77yrs, living in Heckadown, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife Sarah 66yrs (born Swimbridge, Devon). Son: Thomas Dunn 28yrs (Fidler & Dealer In Dead Horses). Son-in-law: John Adams 22yrs (blacksmith). Servant: John Martin 28yrs (labourer). |
| | DUNN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1814: Samuel Dunn, blacksmith and farmer. Born about 1814 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 37yrs, living in Harracott Village, Barnstaple with wife Ann 32yrs (born High Bickington, devon). Children: James 9yrs, Eliza 6yrs, Thomas 4yrs, Elizabeth 1yr. Servant: John Pickard (labourer). |
| | DYMENT | John | Blacksmith | 1860: John Dyment, blacksmith. Born about 1860, Beaford, Devon. The 1881 census: John was visiting his future wife in Beaford Devon. In 1891 John is 31yrs old, living and blacksmithing in Crediton Devon; with wife Maria 31yrs (born Beaford). Children: Walter Ely 9yrs; Ivy Myrtle 6yrs; Albert Charles 4yrs; in 1891 and in 1901 he has become a gas producer engineer. Contact Hazel by. |
| | EASOM | Richard | Blacksmith | 1814: Richard Easom, blacksmith. Born about 1814, Pentyn,Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at 10 Gloucester Street, Morice Town, Devon;with wife Mary 41yrs (born Penryn). |
| | EASTERBROOK | James | Blacksmith | 1824: James Easterbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1824, lslington, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 17yrs, in Brimley, Devon; lodging/working with Henry Bowden 70yrs(ag labourer)& his wife Winnafred Bowden 60yrs; Samuel Bowden 2yrs; and Mary Ann Easterbrook 40yrs (Weaver). The 1851 UK census lists him as 27yrs,unmarried, as head of household. Lodger Winnafred Bowden Widow 73yrs (born Alms People Islington) at Brimley, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | EASTERBROOK | James | Blacksmith | 1770: James Easterbrook , blacksmith. Born about 1770 in Buckfastleigh, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 81yrs, at Chapel Street, Totnes, Devon; with wife Grace 82yrs (born Buckfastleigh). |
| | EASTERBROOK | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Easterbrook , blacksmith. Born about 1819, Okehampton , Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, at Cowick Street, St.Thomas, Apostle, St Thomas, Devon with parents James & Joannah Easterbrook and his brother Thomas Easterbrook 24yrs (a tailor). |
| | EASTERBROOK | John | Blacksmith | 1801: John Easterbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1801, Buckfastleigh, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 50yrs, t Market Street, Totnes, Devon;with wife Mary 46yrs (born Ashburton, Devon). Children listed: Frederick Foster 21yrs(blacksmith); John Easterbrook 15yrs(wool comber); Mary Easterbrook 13yrs (dressmaker); Emma Easterbrook 9yrs. Plus William Easterbrook 48yrs (brother of John Snr), unmarried, a Chelsea Pensioner 48Reg. |
| | EDDY | George | Blacksmith | 1796: George Eddy, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1796 in Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 45yrs,living in Pound Lane, Burrington, Devon; with wife Mary 40yrs (born Devon). Children: James 20yrs, Elizabeth 14yrs, Henry 9yrs, Anna (?Hannah) 7yrs, Mary 3yrs. Plus blacksmiths apprentice Thomas Prideaux 15yrs. The 1851 UK census lists him as 59yrs, living at George’s Lane, Bishops Tawton, Newport; with wife Mary 53yrs and daughter Hanna 17yrs. Plus blacksmith apprentice John ?Bersecott, 20yrs. Contact Linda by. |
| | EDDY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1833: Henry Eddy, blacksmith. Born about 1833, Newport, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 18yrs, living with his brother James (master blacksmith)& his family. Parents: George Eddy born about 1796 (blacksmith) & Mary born about 1801. Contact Linda by. |
| | EDDY | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Eddy, master blacksmith. Born about 1820, Newport, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 31yrs. Living at ? Edward Street(unclear); with wife Fanny 33yrs. Children listed : Fanny 8yrs, Hannah 6yrs, Mary. E. 1yr infant. Plus his brother Henry Eddy 18yrs(blacksmith). His parents were George Eddy born about 1796 (blacksmith) & Mary born about 1801. Contact Linda by. |
| | EDDY | John | Blacksmith,Ag.Implement Maker | 1848: John Eddy, blacksmith, agricultural implement maker. Born about 1848, in Kennford, Devon. The 1891 UK census lists him as 43yrs, living at Kennford Village, Devon; with wife Anna. S. Eddy 39yrs (born Dunsford, Devon). Children: Mary 14yrs; Anna Wills Eddy 5yrs; Beatrice 3yrs; John Eddy 3mths infant. Plus widowed aunt Mary.D. Miles, 65yrs, living on own means. Contact Linda by. |
| | EDDY | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Eddy, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Ashreigney, Devom, England. The 1851 UK census listed him as 17yrs, living at the village, Ashreigney, Devon; with widower father Thomas (born about 1801). |
| | EDDY | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Eddy, blacksmith & machinist, employing 10 men and 3 boys . Born about 1818, Kennford, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census lists John as 63yrs, at Kennford with wife Charlotte 65yrs Bishops Tawnton, Devon). Children: George 30yrs, unmarried & Mary 41yrs, unmarried. Contact Linda by. |
| | EDDY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1801: Thomas Eddy, blacksmith. Born about 1851, Burrington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 40yrs, living ?alone at the village, Ashreigney, Devon. His two children Elizabeth Eddy 8yr and John Eddy 8yrs are living with Jonathan and Susanna Short and Family at Houndhill, Burrington, Devon. In 1851 Thomas is 50yrs, a widower, at the village, Ashreigney. Son John Eddy, 17yrs (blacksmith). |
| | EDGCOMB | Francis | Blacksmith | 1825: Francis Edgcomb, blacksmith. Born about 1825, Arctongifford, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Church Street, Kingsbridge, Devon; with wife Mary Ann 22yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon) and daughter Eliza 2yrs. |
| | EDWAIN (EDEVAIN) | Robert? | Blacksmith | 1824: Robert Edwain Edevain), blacksmith, engine fitter. Born about 1824 in Plymouth, Devon, England. Can't find him on the 1851 census - maybe working away. His wife Jane 27yrs (born Fowey-Cornwall) is Living at 11 Victoria Street, Plymouth, Devon with children Elizabeth 3yrs, Eliza 2yrs, Emma 3 months infant. All born Plymouth. On 1861-1871 census a Robert Edevain (Edwain) an Engine fitter/driver is with wife Jane. Children:12yrs; Charles 8yrs; Alice 6yrs; Elizabeth 3yrs; Ellen 1yr infant. Eliza plus other children. Check census forms. |
| | EDWARDS | Benjm | Blacksmith | 1783: Benjm Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1783, Chivelstone, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 68yrs, New House, East Portlemouth, ingsbridge, Devon; with wife Susanna 66yrs (born Chivelstone) and sons John 32yrs (Labourer) & Geo. 26yrs (blacksmith). |
| | EDWARDS | Geo. | Blacksmith | 1825: Geo. Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1825, Portlemouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at New House, East Portlemouth, Kingsbridge, Devon; with parents Benjm. & Susanna Edwards and his brother John Edwards 32yrs. |
| | EDWARDS | John | Blacksmith | 1807: John Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1807, Hatherleigh, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs, at 32 Conduit Street, Okehampton, Devon; with wife E.E. Edwards 44yrs (born Monkle, Devon) and children. Daughter: H. E. Edwards 18yrs. Sons: J. E. Edwards 11yrs, F. E. Edwards 7yrs & W. E. Edwards 4yrs. |
| | EDWARDS | John | Blacksmith | 1811: John Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1811, Townstall, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at Higher Norton Village, Totnes; with parents Robert & Elizabeth Edwards. |
| | EDWARDS | Lawrence | Blacksmith | 1787: Lawrence Edwards , blacksmith. Born about 1787, Chudleigh , Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 64yrs, at Rock House, Newton Abbot, Chudleigh,Devonshire; with wife Fanny 40yrs (born Chudleigh). |
| | EDWARDS | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1806: Nicholas Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1806, Penzance, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 45yrs, at 12 Tin Street, Plymouth, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 29yrs (born Tanerton-Folict-Devon) and daughter Elizabeth 4yrs. |
| | EDWARDS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1816: Richard Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1816, Braunton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 35yrs, at Cane Street, Barnstaple, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 37yrs (born Braunton) and children William 8yrs, Margrett 6yrs, Richard 2yrs. |
| | EDWARDS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1808: Robert Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1808, Dartmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK censu, Devon) and their niece Mary A, Trist 12yrs. |
| | EDWARDS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1783: Robert Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1783, Townstall, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 68yrs, at Higher Norton Village, Totnes, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 70yrs (born Totness, Devon). Son: John Edwards 40yrs (blacksmith). Grandson: Frederick Edwards 2yrs. |
| | EDWARDS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1818: Thomas Edwards, blacksmith m,aster, employs 1 man. Born about 1818, Colyton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 33yrs, at Pot Lane, Watchcombe, Tithing, Devon; with wife Priscilla 28yrs (born Colyton) and son Harry. E. Edwards 3mths infant. |
| | EDWARDS | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Edwards, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Plympton St Mary, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 42yrs, lodging at Cornwood Village Plympton St Mary, Devon; with his mother Maria Sandover (blacksmith master) & her family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for Maria Sandover , her husband John and other family members. |
| | EFFORD | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1850: Edwin Efford, blacksmith. Born about 1850, Charlton, Leicestershire, England. The 1871 UK census lists Edwin as 20yrs, apprenticed to master blacksmith Edwin Harradon (born 1827, Sherford) living at Sherford, Devon. |
| | ELLACOTT | J. | Blacksmith | 1829: J. Ellacott, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Hatherleigh , Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, living at Gibbons, Okehampton, Devon; with parents George & A. Ellacott (labourers). |
| | ELLACOTT | John | Blacksmith | 1773: John Ellacott, blacksmith & farmer 50 acres. Born about 1773 in Nth Petherwyn. The 1851 UK census lists him as 78yrs, at Trillicott, Launceston, North Petherwin Launceston, Devon; with wife Jane 70yrs (born Calnstock, Cornwall). Children: Peter 44yrs, Eliza 30yrs, George 27yrs. Granddaughter: Jane Pedlar 16yrs. |
| | ELLACOTT | Peter | Blacksmith | 1807: Peter. Ellacott, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Nth Petherwyn, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 44yrs, ). Children: Jane 16yrs; Ann 14yrs; John 10yrs; Emala 8yrs; William 5yrs. Brother: Charles Peckard 39yrs (mason). Servant: Joseph Lane 60yrs. |
| | ELLETT | Henry | Blacksmith | 1835: Henry Ellett, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Chardstock, Dorset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Cottage, Axminster, Devon; with parents John & Ann Ellet (blacksmiths) and his brother Thomas Ellet (blacksmith). |
| | ELLETT | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Ellett, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Chardstock, Dorset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 47yrs, Cottage, Axminster,Devon; with wife Ann 42yrs born Chardstock. Sons Thomas 20yrs & Henry 16yrs both blacksmiths. |
| | ELLETT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1831: Thomas Ellett, blacksmith. Born about 1831 in Chardstock, Dorset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, living in Cottage, Axminster, Devon; with parents John & Ann Ellett (blacksmiths) and brother: Henry (blacksmith). |
| | ELLIOT | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Elliott, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1800-1801 in Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 40yrs,at Stillman Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. Also listed are Ann Elliott 25yrs; Isabella Elliott 30yrs (?wife); Eliza Elliott 10yrs; William Elliott 8yrs. |
| | ELLIOTT | Edward | Blacksmith | 1825: Edward Elliott , blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Upton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Upton, Newton Abbot, Devon; with his father Edward 59yrs (widower). Siblings: Robert 23yrs; Caroline 17yrs; John 13yrs; William 9yrs. |
| | ELLIOTT | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1824: Emanuel Elliott, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1824 in France (is a British Subject). The 1851 UK census lists him as 27yrs, at 3 Little Morley Lane, Plymouth, Devon; with wife Emily 24yr (born Plymouth) and son Henry 7yrs. |
| | ELLIOTT | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Elliott, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Honiton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at Challingcombe, Kingston, Devon with wife Mary Jane 20yrs (born Modbur, Devon) and daughter Susan 1yr infant. Contact Margo by |
| | ELLIOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Elliott, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Braunton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Knowl, Knowl, Devon as an apprentice with George & Jane Labbe (blacksmiths). |
| | ELLIS | George | Blacksmith | 1836: George Ellis, blacksmith. Born about 1836, Monkleigh, Devon, England. Census 1851 lists him as 17yrs,blacksmith,at Lane,Newton St Petrock. See Blacksmiths of Devon Index for parents William (born about 1807) & Eliza plus siblings Elizabeth, William & James. Contact David by. |
| | ELLIS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1830: Henry Ellis, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1830 in Selworthy, Somerset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 21yrs, at Lee Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 21yrs (born Selworthy). Servant: Abraham Burgess 19yrs. |
| | ELLIS | Peter.H. | Blacksmith | 1829: Peter. H. Ellis, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Dartmouth, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at Silver Street, Totnes, Townstall, Devon with parents William & Elizabeth Ellis (see Shipwrights Index). |
| | ELLIS | William | Blacksmith | 1817: William Ellis, blacksmith. Born about 1817 at Bridestow-DEV. The 1851 census lists him as 34yrs, at Wollacott, Tavistock, Devon with wife Betsey 39yrs born Bratton Clovelly-DEV. Children: Jane 6yrs, William1yr. Apprentice blacksmith William Ayres 19yrs. |
| | ELLIS | William | Blacksmith | 1807: William Ellis, blacksmith. Born about 1807, Devon. Census 1841 lists him as 35yrs,at Salterns Cottages, Monkleigh the village where he was born. Wife: Eliza 35yrs. Children: Elizabeth 10yrs, George 5yrs (became a blacksmith), William 3yrs, James 6 months infant. Contact David by. |
| | ELSTON | Edmund | Blacksmith | 1798: Edmund Elston, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Clanaborough, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 53yrs, at Road to the Star, Crediton, Devon with wife Ann 60yrs (born Crediton, Devon). |
| | ELSTON | Henry | Blacksmith | 1795: Henry Elsto, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1795 in Stockland, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 56yrs, living at The Brook Hill, Honiton,Honiton, Devon with wife Jane 58yrs (born Honiton). |
| | ELSTON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1820: Samuel Elston, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Crediton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 31yrs, at Exeter Road, Newton St.Cyre, Devon with wife Mary 29yrs (born Crediton). Children: Mary 9yrs; Patience 7yrs; Ellen 4yrs; George 2yrs; Samuel 5mths infant. Visitor: Maira Northcote 23yrs. |
| | ELSTON | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Elston, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Devonport, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at 2 Canterbury Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his mother Elizabeth Elston 61yrs widow |
| | EMMETT | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Emmett, blacksmith. Born about 1826, Topsham Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, in Monmouth Street, Topsham. Also listed Emily Emmett 35yrs and Francis Emmett 4yrs. |
| | ENDACOTT | George | Blacksmith | 1821: George Endacott, blacksmith. Born about 1821 in Stoke Abbas, Dorset. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, lodging at Brook Street, Newton Abbot,Devonshire. |
| | ESSARY | Robert | Blacksmith | 1827: Robert Essary, blacksmith. Born about 1827, Bideford, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 24yrs, living with and apprenticed to master wheelwright & carpenter Roger Rice (Snr), see Wheelwrights index for the Rice. Contact Lynn by |
| | EVANS | Alonzo | Blacksmith | 1833: Alonzo Evans, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Devonport, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at No 15 Geaks Alley, Devonport, Devon with parents Francis & Mary Alonzo and his sisters Eliza Jane 15yrs and Emma 10yrs. |
| | EVANS | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Evans, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1810, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, a prisoner at 1-Devon County Prisons, St David, Exeter, Devonshire. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Prisoners Index. |
| | EVANS | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Evans, blacksmith. Born about 181 in Buckland, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 33yrs, at Danacot, Bideford, Devon with wife Jane 34yrs (born Bradworthy, Devon) and children Sarah. J. 7yrs; William 5yrs and John 3yrs. |
| | EVANS | Robert (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1817: Robert Evans (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Braunton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, at Cane Street, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Ann 33yrs (born Braunton) and children William 12yr; Ann 11yrs; Robert 10yrs; John 5yrs; Maria 3yrs and Silina 1yr. |
| | EVANS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1822: Thomas Evans, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in North Hush, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 29yrs, at 3 John Lane, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon) and daughter Emma 10yrs. |
| | EVANS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1823: Thomas Evans, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Appledore, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at Torrington Lane East the Water,Bideford, Devon with wife Mary Ann 30yrs (born Devonpor, Devon) and saughter Elizabeth 3yrs. |
| | EVANS | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Evans, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Notham, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 60yrs, at Vernons lane,Bideford, Devon with wife Mary 59yrs (born Northam) and daughters Poly 19yrs and Grace 10yrs. |
| | EVANS | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Evans, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Hartland, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 21yrs, at Hartland Village, Hartland with parents John (Ag.Labourer) & Elizabeth Evans. Siblings: Richard 8yrs and Elizabeth 6yrs. |
| | FACEY | Edward | Blacksmith | 1797: Edward Facey, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Combmartin, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 54yrs, living in Barnstaple, Devon with wife Jane 49yrs (born Combmartin) and children: Thomas 17yrs (Sailor) and Eliza 12yrs |
| | FACY | James | Blacksmith | 1827: James Facey, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Hatherleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 27yrs, living at Ware Quay 8 , Tavistock, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 28yrs (born Beerferris, Devon). Children: Anthony Northey Facy 3yrs, Elizabeth Northey Facy 1yrs. Niece: Elizabeth Friend 12yrs. James’ brother Arthur Facey 33yrs(Labourer at Smelting Works). Lodger: John Facey 33yrs(Labourer at Smelting Works). |
| | FAIRCHILD | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1830: Samuel Fairchild, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Woolwich, Kent, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 21yrs, living in Rumsum, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents: Samuel (a Chelsea Pensioner ) and Alice. Siblings: Alice 23yrs & John 18yrs (taylors apprentice). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Kent. |
| | FARLEY | Philip | Blacksmith | 1784: Philip Farley, blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Kingswear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 67yrs, living at the Square, Totnes, Kingswear, Devon with wife Selia 60yrs (born Brixham, Devon) and daughters Ellen Farley 24yrs and Ann Husband 27yrs. |
| | FARNALL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Farnall, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Plymtree, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, living in Plymtree Village, Honiton, Devon with parents, blacksmith William (born 1799) and Mary Farnall. |
| | FARNALL | William | Blacksmith | 1799: William Farnall, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Kentisbeer, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists William as 52yrs, living in Plymtree Village, Honiton, Devon with wife Mary 47yrs (born Croyden, Surrey). Children listed: Thomas 24yrs (blacksmith); Rebecca 8yrs; Fanny 6yrs; Rueben 2yrs. |
| | FARRANT | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Farrant, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Rockbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 16yrs, , lodging withmaster blacksmith William Collins 43yrs (born 1808) and Mary Collins 52yrs and their 3 daughters in Kilmington, Axminter. Also listed is another employee Timothy Trivet 24yrs (born 1827). |
| | FEATHERSTONE | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Featherstone, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in St Mary, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 51yrs, living at 43 Granby Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Tamson 48yrs(born St Mary, Cornwall). Can’t find them on 1841or 1861 census. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | FERRIS | George Fox | Blacksmith | 1823: George Fox Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 28yrs, living at Cross, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Mary 29yrs (born West Allington, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 5yrs; Grace 3yrs; George 1yr infant; Niece Emma Prout 1yr infant. |
| | FERRIS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1837: Henry Ferris, blacksmith apprentice to his father. Born about 1837 in Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 4yrs, living in Fore Street, Kingsbridge with parents Philip & Eliz Ferris. Also listed: nephew William Lamble 7yrs; newphew John Lamble 21yrs; Thos Eavens 19yrs. In 1851 Henry is 14yrs, still in Fore Street, Kingsbridge with his parents. In 1861 there is a Henry Ferris listed as a veterinary student, boarding with Thos Reever and family in St Pancras, London. |
| | FERRIS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1798: Henry Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 53yrs, living in Village of Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Susanna 62yrs (born Blackawton). |
| | FERRIS | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Harbertonford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living in Fore Street Myrtle Cottage, Kingsbridge with wife Mary Ann 22yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon) and daughter Ann 9yrs. |
| | FERRIS | Philip | Blacksmith | 1800: Philip Ferris, blacksmith master, employs his apprentice son. Born 1800-1801 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 41yrs, living in Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Elizabeth 45yrs (born West Alvington, Devon). Children and son Henry 4y. Also listed is nephew William Lamble 7yrs; newphew John Lamble 21yrs; Thos Eavens 19yrs. In 1851 Philip is 50yrs, Elizabeth 55yrs, still in Fore Street, Kingsbridge,. With them is son Henry 14yrs apprentice blacksmith. Nephew: William Lamble 17yrs apprentice blacksmith. Nephew: James Hannaford 19yrs (painter). |
| | FERRIS | Phillip | Blacksmith | 1787: Philip Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Dittisham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 64yrs, living at Diptford Green,Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth 60yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon). |
| | FERRIS | Phlip | Blacksmith | 1841: Philp Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 25yrs, living in Looe Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr with wife Ann 30yrs (born Devon). |
| | FERRIS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1803: Robert Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Cornworthy, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 48yrs,a widower, living in Tideford, Cornworthy with his son William 19yrs (a blacksmith) and daughter Eliza 18yrs. |
| | FERRIS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1823: Samuel Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 28yrs, living at 17 Quarry Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Mother: Ann Alee 72yrs widow, Inn Keeper. William Alee 32yrs (Ann’s son, shoemaker) & Samuel’s sister Mary Ann Ferris 30yrs. Abigail Peck 14yrs. |
| | FERRIS | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Ferris, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Cornworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Tideford, Cornworthy with his father, blacksmith Robert 48yrs(widower born 1803) and his sister Eliza 18yrs. |
| | FEWINGS | James | Blacksmith | 1814: James Fewings, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1814 in Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 37yrs, lodging in Village Sd Courtenay, Devon with blacksmith William & Mary Ann Fewings. |
| | FEWINGS | William | Blacksmith | 1807: William Fewings, blacksmith master. Born about 1807 in Sampford-Courtenay, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 44yrs, living in Village Sd Courtenay with wife Mary Ann 39yrs (born Sampford Courtenay) and son Simon 8yrs. Blacksmiths Servant: James Fewings 37yrs. |
| | FEWINS | John | Blacksmith | 1784: John Fewings, blacksmith assistant. Born about 1784 in Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 61yrs, living at Coombow Bridge, Okhampton. Lodging with blacksmith William Alford & family. |
| | FICE | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Fice, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Halwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrs, living at Rude Mead, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Halwell). Children: Jane 15yrs, William 12yrs, John 10yrs, Grace 8yrs, Samuel 6yrs. Apprentice blacksmith Samuel Parrish 18yrs. |
| | FICKLE | John Hingston | Blacksmith | 1824: John Hingston Fickle, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in St Andrew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living in Heathfield Cottage, Tavistock, Devon. Lodges with blacksmith Samuel & Ann Allen. |
| | FINCH | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Finch, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 16yrs, living in Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with his parents, blacksmith William. R (born 1832) and Jenny Finch. |
| | FINCH | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1830: Isaac Finch, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Isaac as 21yrs, living in Whiddendown, Okehampton, Devon with his parents, blacksmith John (born 1795) and Susanna Finch. |
| | FINCH | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1799: Isaac Finch, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Isaac as 52yrs, living in South Zeal, Devon with his son James 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith) and his niece/housekeeper Mary Ann Fowler 21yrs. Servant blacksmith: William Rowe 14yrs. |
| | FINCH | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Finch, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1830 in Southtawton, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists James as 21yrs, living in South Zeal, Devon with his father, blacksmith Isaac 52yrs (born 1799) and his cousin/housekeeper Mary Ann Fowler 21yrs. Also listed is Servant blacksmith: William Rowe 14yrs. |
| | FINCH | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Finch, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 30yrliving at Two Bridges, Lidford Tavistock, Devonshire with wife Ophilia 30yrs (born South Tawton). Children: John 5yrs, Susan 4yrs, Mary 3yrs, Sarah 8mths infant. House servant Mary Northcott 14yrs. Lodger: Robert Worral 64yrs widower (Shoe Make). Servant: David ouler 18yrs |
| | FINCH | John | Blacksmith | 1794: John Finch, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1794 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 57yrs, living in Whiddendown, Okehampton, Devon with wife Susanna 53yrs (born Southtawton). Children: William 34yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 33yrs, Isaac 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith), Mary 19yrs, Ann 10yrs. Grandson John Finch 6yrs. |
| | FINCH | John S. | Blacksmith | 1822: John.S.Finch, blacksmith master. Born about 1822 in Brighten, Sussex, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 39yrs, living in Hornden, Milton Abbot, Devon with wife Jane AR. 39yrs (born Tavistock, devon). Children x 5 listed see census 1851. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Sussex. |
| | FINCH | William | Blacksmith | 1817: William Finch, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 34yrs, living at Whiddendown, Okehampton, Devon with his parents, blacksmith John (born 1794) and Susanna Finch. |
| | FINCH | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Finch, blacksmith apprentice. Born aout 1832 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, lodging with blacksmith John and Thomazin Bond in Chapple, Okehampton, Devon. |
| | FINCH | William R. | Blacksmith | 1832: William. R. Finch, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 47yrs,living in Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with wife Jenny 69yrs (born Launceston, Cornwall) and sons George 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith); John 10yrs and Isaac 7yrs. |
| | FISH | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Fish, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Upton Pyn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living in Cowick Street, St.Thomas, Apostle, St Thomas, Devon with wife Ann 30yrs (born Cheriton Bishop, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 6yrs, Elizabeth 8yrs Jane 8yrs. Mother: Mary 72yrs. |
| | FISH | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: John Fish (Jnr), blacksmith employed by his parents. Born about 1834 in Welcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, living in Danacot, Bideford, Devon with his parents, blacksmith master John (born 1800) and Betsy Fish. |
| | FISH | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1800: John Fish (Snr), blacksmith master,employs his son. Born about 1800 in Welcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 50yrsliving in Danacot, Bideford, Devon with wife Betsy 40yrs (born Bath, Somerset). Children: John 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith), Amelia 9yrs, Tryphena 6yrs and William 14yrs. |
| | FISHER | James Evans | Blacksmith | 1843: James Evans Fisher, blacksmith. Baptised 29 March 1843, Northam, Appledore, Devonshire, England. James married Mary Jane Ellis on 24 Nov 1866. UK Census 2 April 1871 ahs them living in Meeting Street, Appledore. In 1911: an Inmate at Union Workhouse Bideford - formerly Blacksmith. Buried at Appledore 15 March 1915. Contact Leon by |
| | FISHER | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Fisher, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Moreton Hampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, living at York House, Exmouth, St Thomas, Devon with his parents John & Sarah Fisher. |
| | FISHER | William | Blacksmith | 1768: William Fisher, blacksmith. Born about 1768 in Martin, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 83yrs, living in Church House, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 71yrs (born Tawstock, Devon). |
| | FLAHERTY | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Flaherty, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Bath, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 17yrs, living at 7 Higher Balter Street, Plymout, Devon with parents Patrick & Margaret. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | FLOOD | James | Blacksmith | 1813: James Flood, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1813 in Sampford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 38yrs, living at 17 Mount Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Harriet 43yrs (born Washford Pine, Devon) and daughter Sarah 5yrs. |
| | FOALE | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Foale, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born 1820-1821 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 20yrs, a blacksmith living in Hampton Street, Plymouth (St Charles the Martyr) with his father John 50yrs (born Devon a carpenter,joiner). Siblings: John 25yrs; Robert 15yrs; Jane 12yrs. In 1851 James is 30yrs, now a whitesmith, living in Tything of Compton Gifford, with his father John 62yrs; mother Elizabeth 63yrs; sister Jane 21yrs. 1871 James is 50yrs, Emily 34yrs and daughter Emily 11yrs. Living in Charles, Devon. |
| | FOGERTY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1833: Richard Fogerty, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as18yrs, lodging at 3 Cambridge Lane West, Plymouth, Devon with Susanna Newton and her family (lodging house keeper). |
| | FOIL | Charles | Blacksmith | 1822: Charles Foil, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Sidmouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 17yrs, living at Sidmouth with parents Charles 45yrs and Mary.A. 44yrs. Siblings: Susan 18yrs; Charlotte 14yrs; Samuel 12yrs; Edward 10yrs; Thomas 9yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs. In 1851 Charles is 29yrs, living at Dean, Honiton and working for farmers Ellis Bartlett & Tryphena Dean. |
| | FOLLAND | Henry | Blacksmith | 1836: Henry Folland, blacksmith worked in St Giles in the Wood Devon, He left a will in 1836 saying his nephew another Henry Folland was living with him possibly as his apprentice. The younger Henry then joined his uncle Whilian Hogg in Upton Pyne an agricultural machine maker. Young Henry continued to follow the Machine making trade. Contact Hazel by. |
| | FOLLAND | Michael | Blacksmith | 1792: Michael Folland, blacksmith. Born about 1792, Beaford, Devon, England. The 1841 UKI census lists Michael as 48yrs, in Merton with wife Ann 45yrs (born Littleham-Devon). Children: William 15yrs; Wilmot 10yrs; Thomas 8yrs. Michael worked in Merton Devon between 1841-1861 he is also mentioned in History, Gazetteer & Directory of Devon, 1850. In 1851 Michael is 59yrs, living at Little Pethridge, Torrington, Devon; Ann 54yrs. Children: Thomas 18yrs (blacksmith). Mother-in-law: Ann Stapleton 97yrs, widow, pauper. Niece: Elizabeth Stapleton 18yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | FOLLAND | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1833: Thomas Folland, blacksmith. Born about 1833, Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 18yrs, living at Little Pethridge, Torrington, with his parents: Michael & Ann (blacksmiths). Contact Hazel by. |
| | FOOT | John | Blacksmith | 1813: John Foot , blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Buckland Monachorum, Devon, England. Bapt: 20 June 1813 at Buckland Monochorum. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at Horrabridge, Buckland Monachorum, Devon. Wife: Mary Ann 35yrs born Lamerton, Devon. 1851: he was the blacksmith at Horrabridge, Devon. Parents: Thomas Foot & Elizabeth Abel. He was my partner's great grandfather. See Interesting Stories Link on home page for photo of the Horrabridge smithy. Contact Madalene by |
| | FORD | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1836: John Ford (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living at 18 Southside Street, Plymouth with his parents John & May.A Ford. Siblings: Nicholas, Sarah.A. & Elizabeth. |
| | FORD | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1800: John Ford (Snr), blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1800 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 50yrs, living at 18 Southside Street, Plymouth with wife May.A. 39yrs(born Plymouth). Children: Nicholas 8yrs, Sarah.A. 3yrs, Elizabeth 1y infant & John 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith). |
| | FORD | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1819: Jospeh Ford, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Morchard Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 32yrs, living in Cottage, Bampford Speke St Thomas, Devon with wife Ann 35yrs (born South Tawton, devon). Children: William 6y, Ann 3y,Eliza 1yr. Apprentice: Richard Lendon. |
| | FORD | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Ford, blacksmith. Born 1820 - 1821 in Burrington, North Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living in Alwington Bideford, Devon. Listed as married but no wife listed. See familysearch.org for parents details, father James Ford; mother Amy. |
| | FORWARD | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1819: Samuel Forward, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 32yrs, living in West Street, Tavistock, Devon with wife Elizabeth Jean (nee Saunders) 29yrs (born St Garth, Cornwall). Children: Elizabeth 5yrs, James 3yrs, Ellen 1yr infant. |
| | FOSTER | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1830: Frederick Foster, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Buckfastleigh, Totnes, Devon,England. The 1841 UK census lists Frederick as 11yrs, living in Higher Street, Buckfastleigh with master blacksmith John Easterbook 40yrs; Mary Easterbook 36yrs and their children. IN 1851 Frederick is 21yrs, unmarried, still with the Easterbrook family in market Street, Buckfastleigh . |
| | FOWELL | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1800: Benjamin Fowell, master blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in St Charles the Martyr, Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Benjamin as 40yrs, living in Higher Street, Plymouth with wife Sarah 40yrs (born Devon); Mary Fowell 20yrs; and Benjamin Fowell 20yrs (See Shipwrights Index ). Listed at same address is apprentice blacksmith Thomas Crossman 14yrs (born 1827 Devon). |
| | FOX | George | Blacksmith | 1825: George Fox, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 16yrs, living in Catdown, Charles The Martyr, Plymouth, Devon with parents, blacksmith Samuel (born 1796) and Mary. In 1851 George is 25yrs, still living in his parent’s house in Plymouth. Wife Mary Ann 22yrs (born Ireland). Children: Harriett. J. 2yrs and Eliza Ann 1yr infant. Lodger Samuel Cole 15yrs (groom). George’s father Samuel is now 59yrs and mother Mary.A. is 53yrs. |
| | FOX | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: John Fox (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Tavistock, Devon, England. 1841 UK census lists John as 11yrs, living in Lifton Village, Lower Town, Devon with his parents John (born 1799 blacksmith master) and Mary Ann and his brother George 9yrs. In 1851 John is 20yrs, still with his parents in Lifton. Siblings: Mary 13yrs; Richard 9yr; Ellen 7yrs; Sarah 5yrs. The 1861 census lists John as 30yrs, unmarried, still in Lifton. Mother Mary Ann 63yrs,widow. Siblings: Ellen 30yrs; Richard 19yrs; Sarah 16yrs. |
| | FOX | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1799: John Fox (Snr), blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1799 in Lifton, Devon, England.The 1841 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Lifton Village, Lower Town, Devon. Wife: Mary Ann 47yrs (born Lifton). Children: John 11yrs; George 9yrs. Others listed here are Edward Bartlett 20yrs; Thomas Bartlett 15yrs; Jane Cowles 15yrs. In 1851 John is 52yrs, Mary is 47yrs, still in Lifton Village. Children: John 20yrs (blacksmith); Mary 13yrs; Richard 9yr; Ellen 7yrs; Sarah 5yrs. Son George became apprentice carpenter with John Squire. |
| | FOX | Maria | Blacksmith | 1812: Maria Fox, blacksmith and farrier. Born about 1812 in Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Maria as 25yrs, living at 7 Broad Street, Modbury with husband Richard 30yrs (blacksmith,farrier). Children: Rebecca 4yrs; George 2yrs; Francis newborn male infant. Henry Knight 15yrs. Lodger Henry Knight 15yrs. In 1851 Maria is 39yrs, Richard is 40yrs, still in Braird Street, Modbury. Children: Rebecca 13yrs, George 11yrs, Francis 10yrs, Thomas 8yrs, Rhoda 3yrs, Emily 1yr. Apprentice: Henry Taylor 20yrs. |
| | FOX | Richard | Blacksmith | 1810: Richard Fox, blacksmith and farrier master, employs 1 man. Born about 1810 in Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 30yrs, living in Broad Street, Modbury, Devon, England with wife Maria 25yrs (born Modbury). Children: Rebecca 4yrs; George 2yrs; Francis newborn male infant. Henry Knight 15yrs. In 1851 Richard is 40yrs, Maria 39yrs, still at 7 Broad Street, Modbury. Children: Rebecca 13yrs, George 11yrs, Francis 10yrs, Thomas 8yrs, Rhoda 3yrs, Emily 1yr. Apprentice: Henry Taylor 20yrs. |
| | FOX | Robert | Blacksmith | 1803: Robert Fox, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 35yrs, lodging with Richard and Ann Beaver and family in Market Lane, Stoke Damerell, Devon. In 1851 Robert is 48yrs, a superannuated blacksmith, living at 1 Pond Lane, Stoke Damerell with wife Jane 49yrs (born Devonport). Children: none listed. |
| | FOX | Samuel W. | Blacksmith | 1792: Samuel. W. Fox, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 45yrs, living in Catdown, Charles The Martyr, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary 45yrs (born Wakeford, Devon). In 1851 Samuel is 59yrs, Mary is 53yrs, still in Plymouth Devon. Living with them is son George 25yrs (blacksmith); daughter-in-Law Mary Ann Fox 22yrs. Grandchildren: Harriett Fox 2yrs and Eliza Ann Fox 1yr. |
| | FRAGEL | James | Blacksmith | 1813: James Fragel, blacksmith. Born about 1813-1816, Hennock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 25yrs, at Golds Cottage, Ashton, Devon with wife Elizabeth William 4yrs, Anna 2yrs. In 1851 James is 38yrs, at Marygolds Cott, St.Thomas, Ashton St Thomas, Devonshire, with wife Elizabeth 34yrs (born Chudleigh, Devon. Children: William Henry Davis Fragel 14yrs(blacksmith); James John 9yrs; Elizabeth Jane 7yrs; Ann Eliza 5yrs; Ellen 2yrs; Therza 6mths infant. Smiths servant Henry Barnet 17yrs. |
| | FRAGEL | William Henry Davis | Blacksmith | 1837: William Henry Davis Fragel, blacksmith. Born about 1837, Chudleigh, Devon, England. In 1851 William is 14yrs, is with his family at Marygolds Cott, St.Thomas, Ashton St Thomas, Devonshire. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents James & Elizabeth Fragel(blacksmiths) and siblings. |
| | FRANCIS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Francis, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 22yrs, blacksmiths assistant living at Brushford, Crediton, Devon with master blacksmith Samuel Pope 23yrs who employs 3 men. |
| | FREEZE | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Freeze, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, apprentice with master blacksmiths Richard and Thomazin Hawk. Living in Eggbear, Launceston, Devon. |
| | FREND | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Frend, blacksmith apprentice. Born 1830-1831 in Ct Stephens, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith William (born 1843) & Mary Box. Living at Boxes Shop, St Giles on the Heath, Holsworthy, Devon. |
| | FREND | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1837: Samuel Frend, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1837 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 14yrs, living at Showsham Lower, St Thomas, Whitestone, Devon. Brother of blacksmith William Frend 31yrs (& wife Margaretta 25yrs). |
| | FREND | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Frend, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living at Showsham Lower, St Thomas, Whitestone, Devon with wife Margaretta 25yrs (born Exeter, devon). Brother of blacksmith Samuel Frend 14yrs (born 1837). |
| | FRIEND | Henry | Blacksmith | 1827: Henry Friend, blacksmith. Born about1827 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 24yrs, living at No 8 Granby Street, Devonport with parents Wm & Marina Friend. |
| | FRIEND | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1836: Joseph Friend, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 15yrs, living at 2 Sun lane, Modbury, Kingsbridge with parents James & Ann Friend and his sister Mary. J. Friend 13yrs. |
| | FRIEND | Robert | Blacksmith | 1858: Robert Friend, blacksmith. Born about 1859, Dolton, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census lists Robert as 23yrs, living at Aller Lane Dolton. Robert is a blacksmith journeyman with master blacksmith Robert Heard. In 1891 he is still a Blacksmith in Dolton boarding with other FRIENDS family in Halfpenny lane. Census 1901 he is listed as a blacksmith boarding in Chumleigh Devon. Contact Hazel by. |
| | FRIEND | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1866: Thomas Friend, blacksmith. Born about 1866 in Dolton, Devon. The 1881 UK census lists Thomas as 15yrs,aaapprentice with master blacksmith Robert Heard in Aller Lane Dolton. In 1891 Thomas is as a blacksmith in Plymouth. Contact Hazel by. |
| | FRIEND | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Friend, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1800 in Lydford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 51yrs, living in Whites Court Back Lane, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Kenn, Devon). |
| | FRIEND | Wm. | Blacksmith | 1781: William Friend, blacksmith, superannuated. Born about 1781 in Tamerton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 70yrs, living at No 8 Granby Street, Devonport, Devon. William wirked at HM Dockyard. Wife: Marina 68yrs (born Buckland, Devon). Children: Henry Friend 24yrs (blacksmith) & Elizabeth Parsons 30yrs. |
| | FRIZE | George | Blacksmith | 1834: George Frize (Frise), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Thrushelton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 17yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith William and Eleanor Soper. Living in Allerford, Tavistock, Devon |
| | FROST | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Frost, blacksmith. Born Devon, England worked 1830 HMD Yard of Devonport. Born: ? Wife: Elizabeth Gregory. Daughter Maria Frost born about 1803 married Thomas Richards, Blacksmith. Looking for more information. Contact Ann by |
| | FROST | Richard | Blacksmith | 1805: Richard Frost, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Mamhead, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 46yrs, living in Merrifuls Row, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Fanny 48yrs (born Stoke, Devon). |
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George | Blacksmith | 1808: George Fry, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Culmstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 43yrs, living in Golden Hill, Wellington, Holcombe Rogus, Devon/Somerset, England with wife Elizabeth 43yrs (born born Holcombe Rogus, Devon). Children: William 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith); Charles 17yrs (carpenter); Richard 13yrs (born 1838 blacksmith); John 11yrs; George 4yrs. Son-in law John Vickery 15yrs. Daughter-in-law Susan Vickery 14yrs. |
| | FRY | George | Blacksmith | 1798: George Fry, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Wellington, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 53yrs, living in Cottage, Appledore, Wellington with wife Ann 58yrs (born Burlescombe, devon) and nephew Radford 6yrs. Visitor: Jas. Sheene 73 yrs, widower. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | FRY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1838: Richard Fry, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1838 in Holcombe Rogus, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 13yrs, living at Golden Hill, Wellington, Devon. Parents: blacksmith George (born 1808) and Elizabeth Fry. Siblings: William 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith); Charles 17yrs (carpenter); John 11yrs; George 4yrs. Son-in law John Vickery 15yrs. Daughter-in-law Susan Vickery 14yrs. |
| | FRY | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1830: Samuel Fry, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Broadwoodwidger, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 20yrs, living at Ash Mill, Holsworthy, Devon. Apprenticed to master blacksmith Richard & Marina Roulty. |
| | FRY | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Fry, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Holcombe Rogus, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living at Golden Hill, Wellington, Devon. Parents: blacksmith George (born 1808) and Elizabeth Fry. Siblings: Charles 17yrs (carpenter); Richard 13yrs (born 1838 blacksmith); John 11yrs; George 4yrs. Son-in law John Vickery 15yrs. Daughter-in-law Susan Vickery 14yrs. |
| | FULE | George | Blacksmith | 1809: George Fule, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 42yrs, living in 12 Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Susan 36yrs (born Modbury, Devon). See census 1851 for 5 children listed. |
| | FULFORD | Bartholomew | Blacksmith | 1801: Bartholomew Fulford, blacksmith. Born about 1800-81, in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Bartholomew as 40yrs, living at Buckland Brewer Devon, with wife Harriet 33yrs (born Devon). Children: Edward 13yrs; John 10yrs; Christiana 8yrs; Harriet 4yrs; William 1yr. Bartholomew worked in Buckland Brewer Devon in 1841 before immigrating to Canada. Contact Hazel by. |
| | FURNEAUX | Henry | Blacksmith | 1775: Henry Furneaux, blacksmith, superannuated. Born about 1775 in Newton Abbot , devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 76yrs, living in a Tenement, Stoke Damerell, Devon with wife Alice 80yrs (born Newton Bushell, Devon). |
| | FURNEAUX | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Furneaux, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 60yrs, living Back of Church Street, Newton Abbot,Tormoham with wife Ann 59yrs (born Coffinswell, Devon). |
| | FURSDON | George | Blacksmith | 1864: George Fursdon, blacksmith. Born about 1864 in Sandford, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists George as 7yrs, living in Sandford with his family. Head of house Elizabeth Fursdon 73ys, widow. His father George Fursdon 46yrs (son of Elizabeth) and mother Susan 40yrs . Children: Sarah.Ann. E. 5yrs; Arthur. J. 3yrs. In 1881 George is 17yrs, an apprentice with Francis Leaman, living in Sandford. In 1901 George is 37yrs, Weston Super Mare Somerset George Fursdon Male 34yrs. Contact Don by |
| | FURSDON | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Fursdon, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Burrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living in the Village, High Bickington Gt Torrington, Devon with blacksmith John n & Margaret Heal. |
| | FURSDON | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Fursdon, blacksmith. Born 4th June 1830 in Sandford, Devon, England. 1861: John is a blacksmith. Bridgewater and Somerset Advertiser (Aug 1831-Dec 1832), Fursdon Jas. blacksmith, St John St. 1901: a blacksmith living at St. James Within, Somerset. Contact Don by |
| | FURSDON | William | Blacksmith | 1855: William Fursdon, blacksmith. Born March 1855 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living in Crediton with his uncle James Phillips 52yrs. Mother Susan Fursdon 58yrs (sister of James Phillips) and his sister Sarah. A. Fursdon 19yrs. In 1901 William is a blacksmith in Bristol; wife Mary Ann 45yrs and daughter Emily Fursdon 17yrs. Birth res 5b 369. Contact Don by |
| | FURSE | John | Blacksmith | 1838: John Furse, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Pancrasweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 13yrs, living in Tamerstone, Holsworthy, Devon with his widowed mother Mary (also a blacksmith listed here) & other family members. |
| | FURSE | Mary | Blacksmith | 1807: Mary Furse, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1807 in Pancrasweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mary as 44yrs, a widow, living in Holsworthy, Devon with her children: Maria 19yrs, Elizabeth 16yrs, John 13yrs ( born 1838 blacksmith). Mary’s mother Susanna Heard 83yrs,widow, on Parish Relief. |
| | FURSE | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Furse, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Aylesbeare, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, living in Salterton, Woodbury, St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary Ann 36yrs (born Exeter, devon) and children: Elizabeth, William, Sarah. |
| | FURSEMAN | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1820: Joseph Furseman, blacksmith. Borna bout 18120 in Buckland Brewer, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 30yrs, living in Little Dogoport,Torrington, Devon with his sister Catherine Furseman 37yrs. |
| | GABRIEL | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Gabriel, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1832 in Hunshard, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 19yrs, living in Torrington Lane East the Water, Bideford, Devon with George (pauper potter) & Izet Paddon. |
| | GALLIVER | Daniel.P. | Blacksmith | 1836: Daniel. P. Galliver, ships blacksmith. Born about 1836-37, Bridgewater, Somerset,England. The 1841 UK census lists Daniel as 4yrs, with his family living in Wales. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents Samuel and Ann Galliver plus siblings. In 1871, Daniel is 34yrs, living in South Church Street, Cardiff, Wales with wife Sarah 34yrs (born Somerset). Children: Daniel 7yrs; George.H. 5yrs; Samuel 3yrs. Contact Joy by |
| | GALLIVER | George.H. | Blacksmith | 1815: George.H. Galliver, blacksmith. Born about 1850, Bideford, Devon, England. 1815 UK census lists George as 1yr infant. In 1871 he is 21yrs, living in Bideford with his parents & family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members. Contact Joy by |
| | GALLIVER | Samuel (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1847: Samuel Galliver (Jnr), master blacksmith, employed 4 men. Born in 1847 in Bidford, Devon, England. 1851 census lists Samuel as 4yrs, living Torrington Lane, East the Waters, Bideford. In 1861 Samuel (Jnr) is 14yrs, living at living at Barnstaple Street, Bideford with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents master blacksmith Samuel and Ann Galliver plus siblings. 1871: Samuel (Jnr) 24yrs, unmarried, still with his parents at Bideford. Contact Joy by |
| | GALLIVER | Samuel (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1806: Samuel Galliver (Snr), master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1806, Harwood, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 35yrs, living at Glamorgan,Cardiff, Wales with wife Ann 35yrs. Children: Betsy 6yrs (born Devon); Daniel. P. Galliver 4yrs (born ?Somerset) ; Ann 1yr infant (born Wales). 1851 UK census lists Samuel (Snr) as 44yrs, living Torrington Lane, East the Waters, Bideford; with wife Ann 44yrs(born Wear Gifford Devon). Children: Betsy 16yrs; Daniel 14yrs (blacksmith); Ann 10yrs; Susan 6yrs; Samuel 4yrs (became a blacksmith); George.H. 1yr infant. 1871: Samuel (Snr) is 64yrs, still at Bideford. Wife Mary Ann 55yrs. Childen: Samuel 24yrs; George.H. 21yrs (blacksmith). Boarder Charles.J.A.Bald 20yrs (railway timekeeper) and Lodger George.E.Nicholson 21yrs (railway clerk). Contact Joy by |
| | GAMMON | George | Blacksmith | 1837: George Gammon, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1837 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 14yrs, visiting blacksmith John & Rebecca Grigg and family at 1 Plaistow Cottage, Barnstaple. George’s brother William Gammon 21yrs works for the Griggs as a blacksmiths labourer. |
| | GAMMON | James | Blacksmith | 1808: James Gammon, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Sherwill, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 43yrs, living in Croyden, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Ann 42yrs(born Georgeham, Devon). Children: William 16yrs (blacksmith), John 11yrs, Henry 9yrs, Eliza 6yrs, Elizabeth 4yrs. |
| | GAMMON | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1832: John Gammon (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, living at No.1, Lower Camscott, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents, blacksmith John (born 1807) & Elizth. Siblings Mary 23yrs, George 14yrs, Elizabeth 12yrs, Thomas 9yrs, Phillip 3yrs. |
| | GAMMON | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1807: John Gammon (Snr), blacksmith. Borna bout 1807 in Sherwill, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 44yrs, living at No.1, Lower Camscott, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Eizth. 44yrs (born Mortehoe, devon). Children: Mary 23yrs, John 19yrs (blacksmith), George 14yrs, Elizabeth 12yrs, Thomas 9yrs, Phillip 3yrs. |
| | GAMMON | William | Blacksmith | 1835: William Gammon, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Georgeham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 16yrs,living in Croyden, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents, blacksmith James & Ann Gammon. |
| | GAMMON | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Gammon, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1830 in Ilfracombe , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, a blacksmith labourer with blacksmith master John & Rebecca Grigg at 1 Plaistow Cottage, Barnstaple. William’ brother George Gammon (blacksmiths labourer) is visiting. |
| | GARDENER | George | Blacksmith | 1830: George Gardener, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 21yrs, living in Rack Street, Exeter St Mary, Devonshire with his parents Charles(a weaver) & Ann Gardener. |
| | GARDNER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Gardner, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Limpson, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, living in Higher Lane, Plymouth, Devon with wife Emma 26yrs (born Exeter, Devon). Children: William 5yrs, Walter 3yrs, Selina 2yrs, Caroline 1 month infant. |
| | GATER | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Gater, blacksmith. Born about 18130 in Cadleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, lodging with blacksmiths Charles and Elizabeth Marshall in Exeter Rd, Woodbury St Thomas, Devon. |
| | GAY | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Gay, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1810 in Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living at Ash Hill, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Susanna 41yrs (born Milton Damerell, devon). Children: Mary Ann 9yrs, John 8yrs, William 7yrs, James 5yrs, Elizabeth 4yrs, Richard 2yrs, Henry 1y. Servant: Caroline Bluett. Apprentice blacksmith: Samuel Bromell 18yrs. |
| | GAYDON | John | Blacksmith | 1824: John Gaydon, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1824 in Landkey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living in Landkey Newland, Barnstaple, with parents, blacksmith William (born 1796) & Mary. |
| | GAYDON | William | Blacksmith | 1796: William Gaydon, blacksmith master and farmer of 4 acres. Born about 1796 in Fremington, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 55yrs, living in Landkey Newland, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 55yrs (born Landkey). Children: Ann 29yrs, John 27yrs (blacksmith), Thomas 13yrs, Mary 7yrs. Visitor: Sarah Bowden 23yrs. |
| | GEEN | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Green, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Marwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Guineaford, Devon with wife Mary 44yrs (born Monkley, Devon). Children: John 12yrs, William 7yrs, George 5yrs. Apprentice Blacksmith: George Ackland 16yrs. |
| | GERRY | James | Blacksmith | 1778: James Gerry, blacksmith. Born about 1778 in Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 73yrs,living at the Corner, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Ann 70yrs (born Holsworthy, Devon). |
| | GIBBENS | Richard Ware | Blacksmith | 1804: Richard Ware Gibbens, blacksmith. Born 1804 in Pymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as Gibbons, aged 35yrs, at the parsonage, Butterleigh, Devon; with wife Sarah Ann Hobbs Prior (born 16 December 1810-Tiverton Devon). CHidlren listed: jane 5yrs; Richard 2yrs. On the 1851 census Richard is 47yrs, at 94 Westrell Rd. Tiverton; Sarah 40yrs + children Richard, Mary & Thomas The family emigrated on the "Calliope" from Southampton 1853.to Port Phillip, Victoria, Australia. The 1856 census Victoria .Australia.shows they own 2 acres freehold at Kororoit Creek.Victoria. Children: Jan; ,Richard; Elizabeh; Mary Ann; Thomas; Charlotte; William and possibly John. Richard set up Blacksmith business with another Englishman Alfred Newman, near Ballarat Rd. Sunshire Victoria. Listed on Blacksmiths of Australia & Devon. Contact Beverly by |
| | GIBBS | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Gibbs, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Thorncombe, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living in Chard Street, Axminster, Devon with parents, blacksmith Robert 48yrs (born 1803) & Sarah 45yrs Gibbs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | GIBBS | James | Blacksmith | 1798: James Gibbs, blacksmith and minister. Born about 1798 in Atherington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 53yrs, visiting George and Mary Lovering (farmers 165 acres) in Chappletown, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | GIBBS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1806: Robert Gibbs, blacksmith. Born about 1806, where?, not in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 35yrs,l iving in Chard Street, Thorncombe , Devon with wife Sarah 35yrs (born Devon). Children: Elizabeth 13yrs; Henry 11yrs; George 9yrs; Augusta 7yrs; Jane 5yrs;Jabex 1yr infant. |
| | GIBBS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1803: Robert Gibbs, blacksmith master. Born about 1803 in Beaminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 48yrs, living in Chard Street, Axminster, Devon with wife Sarah 45yrs (born Thorncombe, Dorset) and son George 18yrs blacksmith. |
| | GIBBS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1835: Thomas Gibbs, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Berrynarbor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 16yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Joshua Avery in High Street, Clarence Place, Ilfracombe, Devon. |
| | GIDLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John Gidley, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1837 in Dittisham, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 14yrs, living in Higher Dittisham with parents, blacksmith William (born 1810) & Frances Gidley. |
| | GIDLEY | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Gidley, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Blackawton, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UKc ensus lists William as 41yrs, living in Higher Dittisham with wife Frances 40yrs (born Dittisham) and son John 14yrs( born 1837 blacksmith) & several other children listed. |
| | GILBERT | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Gilbert born, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Kenwyn Truro, Cornwall. Died September Qtr 1887 in Stoke Damerel, Plymouth, Devon. Wife Maria Trethewey, married 21 December 1844. Maria was born in Roche, Cornwall 1814. Children: Rachel Tretheway Gilbert, Milcah Gilbert born 26 April 1848 . 1851 census shows John 30yrs (=b. 1821 incorrect), in Whitchurch Village, Whitchurch, Devon, Maria 35yrs, Rachel Tretheway Gilbert 5yrs, Maria Gilbert 2yrs, Elizabeth Jane Gilbert 1yr. Also listed in Blacksmiths of Devon Index. To share information contact Barbara by. |
| | GILBERT | John | Blacksmith | 1784: John Gilbert, blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Tetcott, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 67yrs, living at Gilberts Cross, Holsworthy with wife Sarah 75yrs (born Pancrasweek, Devon) and grandson John G. Harriss 10yrs. |
| | GILBERT | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Gilbert, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Thornbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living at Little Kennaland, Black Torrington Devon with wife Eliza 35yrs (born Thornbury). Children: Richard 9yrs, Mary Jane 8yrs, William 6yrs, Elizabeth 2yrs. Lodger: Thomas Crossman 26yrs. Visitor: William Hoar 21yrs (blacksmith). |
| | GILBERT | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Gilbert, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Pancrasweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 38yrs, living in Higher Square, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Grace 40yrs (born Holsworthy). Children: Richard 10yrs, Mary.A. 7yrs, William 3yrs. House servant: Emma Allin 16yrs. |
| | GILE | Christopher | Blacksmith | 1768: Christopher Gile, blacksmith. Born about 1768 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Christopher as 83yrs, living in Gapland, Honiton,Upottery,Honiton, Devon. Lodges with Richard Knight & family. |
| | GILES | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1813: Thomas Giles, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 28yrs, living in Bilbury Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr with wife Rebecca 24yrs (born Devon). |
| | GILL | Charles Henry | Blacksmith | 1838: Charles Henry Gill, blacksmiths. Born about 1838, Devonport, Devon. Census 1861 for Stoke Damerel, Devon RG9/1449 lists Charles. H. Gill as 23yrs, and Rachel Gill, aged 23, dressmaker, born Devonport, Devon living at 60 Mount St. Stoke Damerel. 1871 Census Stoke Damerel, Devon RG10/2138 Page 56: Charles H. (smith)gas fitter(apprentice), Rachel R., Annie R. age 9, scholar, Charles H. age 6,scholar, Ernest P. age 4 scholar. Contact Leslie by. |
| | GILL | Christopher | Blacksmith | 1769: Christopher Gill, blacksmith. Born about 1769 in Upottery, between Tiverton & Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Christopher as 72yrs, living in the Village, Upottery with wife Elizabeth 72yrs and son James Burrows Gill 25yrs (blacksmith). |
| | GILL | James | Blacksmith | 1816: James Burrow Gill, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Upottery (between Tiverton & Honiton) in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 25yrs, living in the Village, Upottery with his parents, blacksmith Christopher (born 1769) and Elizabeth Gill. |
| | GILL | James | Blacksmith | 1837: James Gill, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Upottery (between Tiverton & Honiton) in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 14yrs, apprentice and boarding with blacksmith master Richard Josland 38yrs and his family in High Street, Honiton. James is possibly the son of blacksmith James Burrow Gill born 1816. |
| | GILL | James | Blacksmith | 1804: James Gill, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 37yrs, living in Plymouth, Parish of Charles the Martyr. |
| | GILL | James | Blacksmith | 1837: James Gill, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 18137 in Upottery, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 14yrs, living in High Street, Inn, Honiton, Devon; with Richard & Sarah Ireland (blacksmiths). |
| | GILL | James | Blacksmith | 1796: James Gill, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Beaminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 55yrs, living at Rawridge Hill, Upottery, Honiton, Devon with wife Mary 54yrs (born Luppitt, Devon). |
| | GILL | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Gill, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Bratton Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living in Bratton Town, Barnstaple with wife Margaret 26yrs (born Knowston, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 5yrs, Anthony 3yrs, Betsy 2yrs, Millicant 1yr. |
| | GILL | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Gill, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Sanford Spiny, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in Buckland Village,near Barnstaple, Devon with his parents William & Ann Gill. |
| | GILL | Thomas.K. | Blacksmith | 1818: Thomas. K. Gill, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Revelstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 33yrs, living at Moor Farm, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Elizabeth 31yrs (born Plympton St Mary) and daughter Ann.M. Gill 1yrs. |
| | GILL | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Gill, blacksmith master, employs 1 apprentice and his sown son. Born about 1814 in Buckland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living in Buckland Village, Buckland Monachorum, Devon with wife Ann 34yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: John 15yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth1 2yrs, Mary 9yrs, Frederick 1yr. Wife's brother William Ball 22yrs. |
| | GILL | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Gill (Gills), blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Plymton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, married living in the Cornwood Village Plympton St Mary. Employed by master blacksmith Maria Sandover. |
| | GILLARD | George | Blacksmith | 1781: George Gillard, blacksmith. Born about 1781 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 70yrs,living in Millmoor,Wellington, Devon with wife Susan 60yrs (born Culmstock, Devon) and daughter Harriet 28yrs. |
| | GILLARD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1838: Richard Gillard, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Dodbrook, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 13yrs, living in Church street, Dodbrook, Kingsbridge, Devon. Parents Richard. C. & Mary.A. Gillard. Sisters: Maria 26yrs & Sally 16yrs. |
| | GILLARD | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Gillard, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Portlemouth, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living in the Village, Totnes, Kingswear, Devon. Wife Mary Ann 29yrs (born Kingswear). Son: William.H. Langworthy (Gillard) 5months infant. SSnL: Charles Knapman (Gillard) 5yrs. |
| | GILLHAM | John | Blacksmith | 1808: John Gillham, blacksmith and inn keeper. Born about 1808 in Berry Pomeroy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 43yrs, living in Bridgetown Fore Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Dorothy 37yrs (born Paignton, devon) and children John 13yrs and Elizabeth 10yrs. |
| | GILLHAM | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1797: Thomas Gillham, blacksmith and inn keeper. Born about 1797 in Bridge Town, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 54yrs, living in Galmpton Horse Shoe Inn, Totnes, Devon with wife Ann 48yrs (born Dartington, Devon). Daughters: Mary 23yrs, Ann Amelia 16yrs. See Iron workers Index for son William Henry Gillham 18yrs. |
| | GIMBLETT | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Gimblett, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living in Under Street,Holsworthy with his mother Elizabeth 64yrs; his sister:Mary 33yrs and brother George 25yrs. |
| | GLANFIELD | Batholomew | Blacksmith | 1816: Batholomew Glanfield, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Morchard Bishop , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Bartholomew as 35yrs, living in Church Street, Crediton, Devon. Wife: Charlotte 29yrs (born Okehampton, devon) and son William 7yrs. Servant: Anna Cann 16yrs. |
| | GLANFIELD | John | Blacksmith | 1803: John Glanfield, blacksmith, ironmonger, brick layer, employs 4 men. Born about 1803 in Morchard Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 48yrs, living in East Side of Green, Crediton, Devon. Wife: Mary 31yrs (born Colebrook, Devon). Children: Mary A. 4yrs, John 2yrs, Susan 10mths infant. Moses Coles 49yrs (blacksmith). |
| | GLIDDON | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Gliddon, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Pancrasweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, living in Tamerstone,Holsworthy, Devon with wife Eliza 20yrs (born Minkley, Devon). |
| | GLIDDON | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Gliddon, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Pancrasweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, living in Dexber, Holsworthy, Devon. Employed by Richard Wickett, farmer 92 acres emloys men. |
| | GLOVER | John | Blacksmith | 1812: John Glover, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Milton Dameral, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 39yrs, living at Milton Town,Holsworthy, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth.A. 36yrs (born Milton Dameral). Children: Grace 10yrs, Mary. J. 8yrs, Frederick 6yrs, Catherine 4yrs, George 2yrs, Elizabeth. A. 1yr infant. |
| | GLOYN | William | Blacksmith | 1835: William Gloyn, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 16yrs, living in Notte Street, Plymouth with his parents Francis & Jane Gloyn (Dairyman). |
| | GODBEER | Peter | Blacksmith | 1834: Peter Godbeer, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 17yrs, living in Hamhill, Devon with his brother-in-law: Charles Conibear (Blacksmith). |
| | GODWOOD | James | Blacksmith | 1824: James Godwood, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1824 in Chivelstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 27yrs, living in East Prawles, Kingsbridge, Devon. Wife: Margerey 21yrs (born Chivelstone). |
| | GODWOOD | John | Blacksmith | 1794: John Godwood, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 57yrs, living in East Prawles, Kingsbridgewith wife Sarah 58yrs born (Chivelstone, Devon) and daughter Thirza 16yrs. Apprentice: Matthew Abbot 15yrs. |
| | GOLESWORTHY | James | Blacksmith | 1808: James Golesworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 43yrs, living in Queen Street,Honiton with wife Mary Ann 43yrs (born Taunton, Somerset). |
| | GOLMAN | Wm. | Blacksmith | 1835: William Golman, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Hennock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 16yrs, as apprentice to master blacksmith George Smabridge and family, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Hennock, Devonshire. |
| | GOODMAN | Robert | Blacksmith | 1830: Robert Goodman, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in South Creake , devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 20yrs, living in Docking, Devon with parents Mark & Sarah Goodman (see Wheelwrights Index). |
| | GORDEN | Philip | Blacksmith | 1804: Philip Gorden, blacksmith master. Born about 1804 in Great Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 47yrs, living in Well Street,Torrington with wife Jane 48yrs born (Packham, Devon). |
| | GORDON | Philip | Blacksmith | 1806: Philip Gordon, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 35yrs, living in Jubillee Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. |
| | GORRELL | Thomas Barnes | Blacksmith | 1829: Thomas Barnes Gorrell, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 22yrs, living in Meddon Street, Bideford with wife Mary Ann 22yrs (born Bideford) and daughter Ursila Gorrell 1yr infant. Nurse/servant: Sarah Davey 58yrs (married). |
| | GORVIN | Joshua | Blacksmith | 1825: Joshua Gorvin , blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Braunton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joshua as 26yrs, living in Holmacott,Barnstaple, Devon. Lodging at same address is Esther May 69yrs,widow, pauper, Fanny Dobb 42yrs (pauper), Eliza Dobb 15yr, John Dobb 9yrs, William Dobb 5yrs. |
| | GOSLING | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Gosling, blacksmith and lace maker. Born about 1834 in Otterton, St Thomas, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 7yrs, Living in Otterton with his parents William 34yrs (born 1807 blacksmith) and Mary. A. 35yrs. Siblings: Mary 6yrs; John 3yrs; Sally under 1yr infant. In 1851 James is 17yrs, living in Otterton, still with parents William & Mary. A. Gosling (blacksmiths). Siblings: Mary. A. 13yrs; Sally 10yrs; Susan 8yrs; Thomas 6yrs; Elizabeth 3yrs. Servant James Sabey 31ys (born 1820 blacksmith journeyman). |
| | GOSLING | Jeremiah | Blacksmith | 1834: Jeremiah Gosling, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1834 in Beer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Jeremiah as 17yrs, living in Fades, Sidbury Honiton, Devon. Lodging with Elias Baker. |
| | GOSLING | William | Blacksmith | 1807: William Gosling, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Otterton, St Thomas, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 34yrs, wife Mary. A. 35yrs (born Otterton). Living in Otterton. Children: James 7yrs; Mary 6yrs; John 3yrs; Sally under 1yr infant. In 1851 William is 44yrs, Mary. A. 46yrs, still in Otterton. Children: James 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith); Mary. A. 13yrs; Sally 10yrs; Susan 8yrs; Thomas 6yrs; Elizabeth 3yrs. Servant James Sabey 31ys (born 1820 blacksmith journeyman). |
| | GOSS | Edward | Blacksmith | 1823: Edward Goss, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Maryansley , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 28yrs, living in Westwood,Broad Clist,St Thomas with wife Mary 29yrs (born Cannington, Somerset). |
| | GOSS | George | Blacksmith | 1840: George Goss, blacksmith. Born about 1840 in Widecombe, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists George as 32yrs with wife Betsy in Blackawton,Devon. In 1881 George is 41yrs, living at the village in Blackawton, South Devon with wife Betsy 41yrs. Children: George 10yrs; Ellen 9yrs; John 5yrs; Thomas 2yrs and Anna Goss 1 yr infant. Contact Sandi by |
| | GOSS | George | Blacksmith | 1820: George Goss, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1820 in Morthoe , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 30yrs, living in a Cott Cottage, Banstaple, Devon with wife Charlotte 30yrs (born West Down, Devon). Paupers. Children: Henry 6yrs, William 4yrs, John 2yrs. |
| | GOSS | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Goss, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1820 in Landkey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 21yrs,living in Goodleigh, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents, blacksmith John (born 1803) & Grace Goss. Siblings: Jane 19yrs, William 14yrs, Sarah 12yrs, Grace 9yrs. |
| | GOSS | James | Blacksmith | 1798: James Goss, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Combmartin, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 43yrs living in the village, Combmartin with wife Francess 40yrs (born Devon). Children: Mary 9yrs; Sarah 7yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. In 1851 James is 53yrs, head of house, living in South Shop, Barnstaple, Devon. No others listed. |
| | GOSS | John | Blacksmith | 1803: John Goss, blacksmith master. Born about 1803 in Goodleigh , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 48yrs, living in Goodleigh, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Grace 47yrs (born Landkey, Devon). Children: James 21yrs (blacksmith), Jane 19yrs, William 14yrs, Sarah 12yrs, Grace 9yrs. |
| | GOSS | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Goss, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1809 in Huntshaw, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 42yrs, living in the Village, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 40yrs (born Tawton, Devon). Children: William 10yrs, Matilda 8yrs, Henry 5yrs, James 2yrs. |
| | GOSS | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Goss, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Georgeham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 22yrs, living in Caseleberry House, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents, blacksmith William (born & Ann Goss. Siblings: ), Ann 20yrs, William 18yrs (blacksmith), Thomas 14yrs (blacksmith), Hariott 12yrs, Mary Ann 10yrds, Thomas 6mths infant (as listed ???brothers named Thomas). Maybe the baby was the daughter Ann’s. |
| | GOSS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Goss, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Georgeham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 14yrs, living in Caseleberry House, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents blacksmith master William (born 1804) & Ann Goss). Siblings: John 22yrs (blacksmith), Ann 20yrs, Hariott 12yrs, Mary Ann 10yrds, Thomas 6mths infant (as listed ???two brothers named Thomas). Maybe the baby was the daughter Ann’s. |
| | GOSS | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Goss, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Combmartin, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living at Netherton Farm, Combmartin with wife Mary 25yrs (born High Bray, Devon). In 1851 William is 40yrs, Mary Ann 38yrs, Barnstaple, Devon. No children listed. Lodger Jacob Barrott 75yrs, widower, independent minister. |
| | GOSS | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Goss , blacksmith master. Born about 1800 in Goodleigh , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 50yrs living in Ferrets Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Sally 47yrs (born Landkey, Devon). Daughters: Jane 17yrs, Mary 15yrs, Frances 9yrs, Theresa 6yrs. |
| | GOSS | William | Blacksmith | 1779: William Goss, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1779 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 72yrs, living in Roberts Cott, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Kitty 73yrs (born Marwood, Devon). Paupers. |
| | GOSS | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1833: William Goss (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Georgeham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Jnr) as 18yrs,living in Caseleberry House, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents blacksmith master William (born 1804) & Ann Goss). Siblings: John 22yrs (blacksmith), Ann 20yrs, Thomas 14yrs (blacksmith), Hariott 12yrs, Mary Ann 10yrds, Thomas 6mths infant (as listed ???two brothers named Thomas). Maybe the baby was the daughter Ann’s. |
| | GOSS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1804: William Goss (Snr), blacksmith master, employs 2 labourers, 1 apprentice. Born about 1804 in Marwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Snr) as 47yrs, living in Caseleberry House, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Ann 49yrs (born Georgeham, Devon). Children: John 22yrs (blacksmith), Ann 20yrs, William 18yrs (blacksmith), Thomas 14yrs (blacksmith), Hariott 12yrs, Mary Ann 10yrds, Thomas 6mths infant (as listed ???two sons named Thomas). Maybe the baby was the daughter Ann’s. |
| | GOULD | James | Blacksmith | 1800: James Gould, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 51yrs, living in Lower Street, Totnes, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 53yrs (born Dartmouth) and son Richard James Gould 19yrs(ropemaker). |
| | GOULD | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Gould, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list John as 33yrs, living in Loveacott Village, Horwood, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 43yrs (born Fremington, Devon). Children: Louisa 8yrs, John 10yrs. |
| | GOULD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1825: Richard Gould, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Buckerell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 26yrs, in New Street, Honiton, Devon with James & Elizabeth Love (bakers). |
| | GOULD | Walter | Blacksmith | 1787: Walter Gould, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Walter as 64yrs, living in Bickington, Devon with wife Jane 68yrs School Mistress (born Bideford, Devon). |
| | GOULSWORTHY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1820: Richard Goulsworthy, blacksmith master, employs 1 living at Weech, Buckerell, Honiton with wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Hemlock, Devon). |
| | GOVE | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Gove, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Creditom, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living at the Royal Hotel Inn Crockernwell, Cheriton Bishop, Devon. Wife: Mary Ann 40yrs(died December 1842 Tavistock). Children: William 12yrs and Jane 14yrs. Also listed are John Brower 20yrs; John Gregory 15yrs and Eliza Gregory 15yrs. In 1851 John is 51yrs, a widower still living in Crockernwell. Children: William 22yrs (born 1829 blacksmith) and Jane 24yrs. Plus employee George Hamlyn 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith). |
| | GOVE | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Gove, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Drewsteignton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 12yrs, living at the Royal Hotel Inn Crockernwell, Cheriton Bishop, Devon. Parents: John 40yrs, Mary Ann 40yrs (died December 1842 Tavistock) and his sister Jane 14yrs. Also listed are John Brower 20yrs; John Gregory 15yrs and Eliza Gregory 15yrs. In 1851 William is 22yrs, living in Crockernwell. His father John Gove is 51yrs a widower. Sister: Jane Gove 24yrs. Servant: George Hamlyn 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith). |
| | GRANGER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Granger, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1827 in Payhembury, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, living in Payhembury Village, with his parents, master blacksmith William (born 1798) and Ann Granger. |
| | GRANGER | William | Blacksmith | 1798: William Granger, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1798 in Payhembury, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 53yrs, living in Payhembury Village with wife Ann 46yrs (born Clisthydon, Devon). They had 6 children including Thomas 24yrs (born 1827 blacksmith). |
| | GRANT | George | Blacksmith | 1787: George Grant (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1787 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 64yrs, living in the Village, Kingsbridge, Devon. Wife: Grace 69yrs (born East Allington). Son: William 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith). Grandson: Edward Rodgers 8yrs. |
| | GRANT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1817: Robert Grant, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1817 in Dulverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 34yrs, living in Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 29yrs (born Barrynabor, Devon) and their children William 3yrs & Elizabeth 1yr. |
| | GRANT | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Grant, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living in the Village, Kingsbridge, Devon. Parents, blacksmith George (born 1787) and Grace Grant. |
| | GRATTON | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Gratton, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 22yrs, living in Indewell, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Mary nee Dalling 25yrs (born Swimbridge, Devon).They lodge with Mary's parents William & Eliz. Dalling. |
| | GRAY | James | Blacksmith | 1822: James Gray, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 29yrs, living at 42 Monument Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. James worked at HM Dockyard Devonport. |
| | GRAY | Peter | Blacksmith | 1825: Peter Gray, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Shaugh Prior, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 26yrs, living at 2 Alston Cottage Morley Clay, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Emma 26yrs (born Shaugh Prior). Children: Emma.E. 1yrs, Kezia 5 months infant. |
| | GREEN | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Green, blacksmith, journeyman. Born about 1823, Exeter, Devon, Egnland. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, at Cuckoo Street, Colyton, Devon; with wife: Mary 30yrs (born Sidmouth, Devon) and daughters: Ellen 2mths infant & Catherine 3yrs. |
| | GREENSLADE | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1823: Daniel Greenslade, blacksmith. Born about 1823, Puddington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living at Puddington, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William (born about 1826) and Mary. Plus siblings Robert (labourer) and Georgel (blacksmith). |
| | GREENSLADE | George | Blacksmith | 1827: George Greenslade, blacksmith. Born about 1827, Puddington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 14yrs, living at Puddington, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William (born about 1826) and Mary. Plus siblings Robert (labourer) and Daniel (blacksmith). |
| | GREENSLADE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1811: Robert Greenslade, blacksmith. Born about 1811,Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 30yrs, living at The Mint, St Olave, Exeter, Devon; with wife Mary 35yrs(born Devon). No other family listed. In 1851 still at St Olave, Robert is shown as 45yrs and Mary as 43yrs. and again, no other family listed. |
| | GREENSLADE | Robert Josh | Blacksmith | 1828: Robert Josh Greenslade, blacksmith. Born about 1828, Totnes, Devon, England. In 1851: Robert is 22yrs, living at 16 Cottage No.1, Plymouth, Devon; with his mother Susan 62yrs, widow and his sister Susan 27yrs Greenslade (unmarried). See Shipwright Index for brother George Thos Greenslade 21yrs. |
| | GREENSLADE | William | Blacksmith | 1786: William Greenslade, blacksmith. Born about 1786, Chelton, Devon, England. The I841 UK census lists Robert as 55yrs, living at Puddington, Devon with wife Mary 45yrs(born Devon). Children: James 15yrs; George 14yrs; Robert 11yrs; Daniel 9yrs. In 1851 William is 64yrs, still at Puddington. Mary 65yrs. Children: George 23yrs (blacksmith); Robert 20yrs (ag.labourer); Daniel 18yrs (blacksmith). |
| | GREENWAY | David | Blacksmith | 1834: David Greenway, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Brampford, Speke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK Census lists him as 17yrs livining in Cottage, St.Thomas,Brampton, Speke, Devon. Parents: George (blacksmith) & Mary plus brother Frederick 10yrs. |
| | GREENWAY | George | Blacksmith | 1800: George Greenway, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Washfield, Devon, England. The 1851 UK Census lists him as 51yrs, living in Cottage, St.Thomas, Brampton Speke, Devon; with wife Mary 51yrs (born Stoodleigh,devon). Children listed : David 17yrs (blacksmith), Frederick 10yrs. |
| | GREET | Phillip | Blacksmith | 1830: Phillip Greet, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in East Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Phillip as 20yrs, living at 20 George Street, East Stonehouse. Mother: Jane Greet, married(husband not listed). Siblings listed: Jane 16yrs, James 13yrs, Elizabeth 11yrs, William 11yrs,Mary 5yrs. |
| | GREFFY | William | Blacksmith | 1787: William Geffy, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 64yrs, living at Kinscott, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 63yrs (born Tawstock, Devon). |
| | GREGORY | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Gregory, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Drewsteignton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 22yrs, living at Hunters Arms, Crediton, Devon. Parents: John & Elizabeth. See 1851 census for others listed. |
| | GREGORY | John | Blacksmith | 1824: John Gregory, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Tedburn St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, unmarried, Lodging with the Crocth family (Innkeepers & Farmers) in Parade, Okehampton, Devon. |
| | GREGORY | Matthew.H. | Blacksmith | 1815: Matthew. H. Gregory, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1815 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Matthew as 36yrs, living in Seven Star Lane, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 34yrs (born Tam Foliott, Devon). Children: Mary. J. 11yrs, Elizabeth 9yrs, Joseph 4yrs, John. D. 2yrs. Mother-in-Law: Jenny Dawe 64yrs widow. Brother: William Gregor 34yrs. Servant: Richard Plymounter 30yrs (blacksmith). |
| | GRIBBLE | George | Blacksmith | 1822: George Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Little Torrington, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at Taddiport, Torrington, Devon; with family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents, blacksmith William Gibble 60yrs and Jane 60yrs. Siblings: Mary 24yrs; Elizabeth 22yrs. In 1851 census George is 29yrs, at Taddiport, Torrington, Devon; with his wife Sarah 33yrs (born Lt.Torrington) and daughter Sarah Jane 6yrs. Blacksmith servant: James Hunt 22yrs. In 1861 George is 40yrs; Sarah 43yrs; Children: Sarah Jane 16yrs(dressmaker). Apprentice blacksmith William Broad 17yrs (born Little Torrington, Devon). |
| | GRIBBLE | James | Blacksmith | 1815: James Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Crediton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 36yrs, at High Street, Crediton, Devon. With wife Betsy 32yrs b(orn Drewsteignton-DEV). Children: John 7yrs, Henry H. 5yrs, Mary M. 4yrs, Emily E. 3yrs. In 1861 census James is 44yrs, at Dean Street, Crediton; Betty is 32yrs. Children: mary. M. 16yrs; Henry H. 16yrs (cordwainer); Emily 12yrs; William 10yrs; Thirza 8yrs; Susan 2yrs. In 1871, James is 54yrs, now a gardener living in Exminster; Betty 51yrs. Children listed: Lucy 12yrs; Albert 6yrs. Granddaughter Sophia Gribble 3yrs. 1881: James 65yrs a labourer; Betty 62yrs. Children: Henry Gribble 36yrs, unmarried , no trade; Mary Mahale Gribble 34yrs, unmarried; William Gribble 30yrs, unmarried; Thirza Gribble 38yrs, unmarried; Lucy Gribble 23yrs, unmarried; son Albert James Gribble 17yrs; son George Gribble 9yrs; granddaughter Sophie 14yrs. Nurse child: Henn? Kelewer (male), 6yrs. |
| | GRIBBLE | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1786, The 1841 UK census lists him as 55yrs,living at Crediton with wife Elizabeth 55yrs. In 1851 John is 68yrs,formally a smith, living at 52 High Street, Crediton, on parish relief. |
| | GRIBBLE | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Gribble, apprentice smith. Born about 1826, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 15yrs, at Salem Street, Barnstaple with his mother Elizabeth Gribble 35yrs (independent). Siblings: Charles 12yrs; James 10yrs; Elizabeth 8yrs; Joseph 5yrs. |
| | GRIBBLE | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1849: John. B. Gribble (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1849 in Crediton, Devon. The 1861 UK census lists him as 12yrs, living at 113 Greenhill Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire with family. See Blacksmith of Devon for parents John (born 1818) and Ann Gribble, plus siblings. In 1881 John (Jnr) is 32yrs, living 16 James St. Bedford; with wife Ada. E.30yrs. Children: John.H. 6yrs; Frederick 4yrs; Emma 1yr infant. |
| | GRIBBLE | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1818: John Gribble (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Crediton, Devon. The 1861 UK census lists John as 43yrs, living at 113 Greenhill Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire with wife Ann 42yrs. Children: John 12yrs; Samuel 9yrs; Herman 7yrs; George 5yrs; Harry 3yrs. In 1871: John is 43yrs at 31 Greenhill Street Bedford; Ann 45yrs. Children: John (Jnr) 21yrs, unmarried (blacksmith); Samuel 20yrs; Herman 17yrs; George 15yrs; Harry 13yrs; Lavina 10yrs; Frank 8yrs; Albert 6yrs |
| | GRIBBLE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1794: Samuel Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Crediton-DEV. The 1841 UK census lists him as 45yrs, at Westwood Village, Crediton, Devon with wife Susannah 45yrs. Children: Emma 20yrs; Sebina 15yrs; John 15yrs; Lavinia 10yrs; Selina 3yrs. Also listed James Palmer 5yrs. In 1851 census Samuel is 57yrs, with wife Susan 58yrs. They were living with daughter Martha Inch (nee Gribble) and her husband Christopher Inch (a carpenter). Other listed: Samuels daughters Lavinia Gribble 21yrs and Selina Gribble 13yrs. Grandchildren: Emma Inch, Ann Inch, Ellen Inch, John Inch, Emily Inch, Elizabeth Inch. |
| | GRIBBLE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1820: Samuel Gribble, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Crediton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 20yrs, living at Martin’s Lane, Crediton; with wife Mary 20yrs (born Crediton) and son Herman 1yr infant. |
| | GRIBBLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1790: Thomas Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Crediton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, at ?Westpatton Cottage, Crediton, Devon with wife Elizabeth (born Bishops Nympton-Devon). In 1851 Thomas is 60yrs, at Lower Pitton Cot, Crediton; Elizabeth 61yrs; son William 22yrs, unmarried (ag.labourer) and grandson John Gribble 5yrs. |
| | GRIBBLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1801: Thomas Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1801, Crediton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 40yrs, living at St Lawrences Green, Crediton; with wife Ann 40yrs (born Crediton). Children: William 20yrs; George 15yrs; Thomas 13yrs; Martha 10yrs; Mary 1yr infant. |
| | GRIBBLE | William | Blacksmith | 1777: William Gribble, blacksmith. Born about 1777 in Taddiport, Torrington, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists William as 60yrs, at Taddiport, Torrington, Devon;with wife Jane 60yrs. Children: George Gribble 20yrs (see Blacksmiths of Devon); Mary Gribble 24yrs; Elizabeth Gribble 22yrs. In 1851 William is 74yrs, still at Taddiport, Torrington, Devon; Jane 71yrs. |
| | GRIFFIN | James | Blacksmith | 1827: James Griffin, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 24yrs, living in Queen Street, Honiton with wife Jane 23yrs (born Honiton). Children: Elizabeth 6y, Hannah 4y, Augusta 1yr infant. Sister-in-law: Mary Ann Hussey 29y. |
| | GRIGG | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Grigg, blacksmith master. Born about 1825 in Marwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, living at 1 Plaistow Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Rebecca 32yrs(born Woolfardisworthy, devon) and sons William 3yrs and Thomas 1yr infant. Servant: Sarah Joce 11yrs. William Gammon 21yrs (blacksmiths laboeure). Visitor: George Gammon 14yrs (blacksmith, labourer). |
| | GRIGG | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Grigg, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Woolfardisworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, apprentice to master blacksmithRichard & Ann Grigg (?son but relationship not noted) in Parkham Village, Bideford, Devon. |
| | GRIGG | Richard | Blacksmith | 1810: Richard Grigg, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1810 in Parkham, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 41yrs, living in Parkham Village. Wife: Ann 40yrs (born West Putford, Devon). Children: William 9yrs, Mary. L. 7yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: John Grigg 21yrs (?relationship not noted). |
| | GRIGG | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1813: Thomas Grigg, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Marwood , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 38yrs, living in Sherwill, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Maria 42yrs (born Marwood). Children: Wm. Symonds Grigg 6yrs, George Grigg 3yrs, Anna Maria Grigg 2yrs. Father-in-law: John Symonds 82yrs,widower(Ag. Labourer ). House Servant: Mary Thomas 15yrs. |
| | GRILLS | Henry (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1838: Henry Grigg (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Charleton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry (Jnr) as 13yrs, living in Goveton, Kingsbridge, Devon with parents, blacksmith Henry (born 1804) & Jane. Siblings: Robert 18yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 11yrs, Jemima 5yrs, John 2yrs. |
| | GRILLS | Henry (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1804: Henry Grigg (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry (Snr) as 47yrs, living in Goveton, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Jane 44yrs (born Sherford, Devon). Children: Robert 18yrs (blacksmith), Henry 13yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 11yrs, Jemima 5yrs, John 2yrs. |
| | GRILLS | Phillip | Blacksmith | 1825: Phillip Grills, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Charleton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Phillip as 25yrs, living in Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon. Lodging with Jemima DeLe Hay. |
| | GRILLS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1833: Robert Grills, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Charleton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 18yrs, living in Goveton, Kingsbridge, Devon with parents, blacksmith Henry (born 1804) & Jane. Siblings: Henry 13yrs (blacksmith), Elizabeth 11yrs, Jemima 5yrs, John 2yrs. |
| | GRUNDY | Harry | Blacksmith | 1833: Harry Grundy, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Harry as 18yrs, living at 8 Mount Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Mother: Mary 50yrs. a widow. Siblings: Joseph Grundy 15yrs, William Grundy 11yrs, Elizabeth Way 48yrs. |
| | GRUTE | George.B. | Blacksmith | 1836: George. B. Grute, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Staverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 15yrs, living at Staverton Bridge, Totnes, Devon. Apprentice with master blacksmith James & Eliz.Parsons. |
| | GRUTE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1840: Thomas Grute, blacksmith. Born about 1840 in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 11yrs, living in Elliott, Totnes, Devon with his parents Thomas & Mary Grute (Ag.Labourers). See census 1851 for 5 children listed. |
| | GULLEY | Laurence | Blacksmith | 1804: Laurence Gulley, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Laurence as 47yrs, living in Collacott, South Molto, Devon. Wife: Grace 38yrs (born Torrington, Devon and daughters Sophia 12yrs and Grace 4yrs. |
| | GUORD | John | Blacksmith | 1789: John Guord, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Chudleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 50yrs, living in Woodway Street, Chudleigh with wife Ann 50yrs (born Topsham, Devon). Children: Mary 20yrs; Emma 15yrs; James 15yrs; William 10yrs. In 1851 John is 62yrs, Ann is 60yrs, Ann is 60yrs, living in Fore Street, Newton Abbot, Chudleigh. Children: Emma.M. Guord 27yrs and William Guord 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith). |
| | GUORD | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Guord, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Chudleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 10yrs, living in Woodway Street, Chudleigh with his parents, blacksmith John Guord (born 1787) and Ann Guord. In 1851 William is 19yrs, Fore Street, Newton Abbot,Chudleigh. His sister: Emma. M. Guord 27yrs. |
| | GUY | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Guy, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Wreyland, Manaton, Newton Abbot, Devon. Lodges with John & Mary Harvey (blacksmiths). |
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