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| | HALFYEARD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1817: Robert Halfyeard, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Exmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 34yrs, living in number 4 Owen Cottages, William Lane, St Andrew, Plymouth, Devon. Lodging with his uncle Thomas and aunt Thomasine Vernon. |
| | HALL | Charles | Blacksmith | 1848: Charles Hall, blacksmith and art metal worker. Born about 1848/1849, in Galmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 2yrs, living at 60 George Street, Tormoham, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents, master blacksmith John Hall and Charlotte, plus his siblings. In 1881 Charles is 32yrs, at 189 Carlton Rd, Willesden, Middlesex, England with wife Susan 33yrs. Children: Alice Evelyn 6yrs; Charles Bertram 5yrs. Visitor: William Henry, unmarried, 25yrs (mason). 1911 census: Charles is 63yrs, a widower, at 38 Fairfax Road, South Hampstead, with his son Arthur John, aged 38yrs (see Black smiths of London. His firm made the Queens Coronation Arches in the Mall for the 1953 Queen's Coronation. Description says foundry was located at Coleridge Gardens, West Hampstead. British Pathe filmed the making of the Lion and Unicorn. One of these sets of Lion and Unicorn went to the toll bridge on Sydney Harbour Bridge to mark the arrival of the new Queen into Australia for the first time. Unknown whereabouts of this but was in the South West pillion of the bridge for many years afterwards. Charles is noted as "Art Metal Worker" in his fathers Probate records in Dec 1900. Contact Quentin by |
| | HALL | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1853: Emanuel Hall, blacksmith, farrier. Born about 1853, Torquay, Devon. The 1861 UK census lists Emanuel as 10yrs, at 10 George Street, Torquay, with parents blacksmith John Arthur Hall and Caroline. plus siblings. In 1871 Emanuel is 18yrs, still with family at George Street. In 1881 Emanuel is 28yrs, unmarried, lodging at No.1. Chester Place, Torquay. Contact Quentin by |
| | HALL | John | Blacksmith | 1795: John Hall, blacksmith. Born about 1795, Shaugh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 56yrs, at 4 Exeter Street, Plymouth, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 54yrs (born Stonehouse, Devon). |
| | HALL | John Arthur (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1865: John Arthur Hall (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1865, Torquay, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census lists John. A. as?23yrs (incorrect age), living at 10 George St, Torquay; with his father blacksmith John Arthur (Snr) and siblings. Contact Quentin by |
| | HALL | John Arthur *Snr) | Blacksmith | 1818: John Arthur (called Arthur) Hall, master blacksmith. 27th September 1818, Churston Ferrers, Devon. Died 11th December 1900 Torquay, Devon. The 1871 UK census lists John. A. (Snr) as 52yrs, at George Street, Tormoham, Devon; with wife Caroline 44yrs (born Otterham, Devon). Children: Bessie 21yrs; Emmanuel 18yrs (smith); William 16yrs; Frederick 14yrs; John. A. (Jnr) 12yrs; Thomas 9yrs; Albert 8yrs; Carrie 6yrs; Ernest 4yrs; Edgar 2yrs. Sister-in-Law: Harriet Corbyn 66yrs, widow. In 1881 John.A. (Snr) was 62yrs, a widower living at 10 George St, Torquay. Children listed: John Arthur 23yrs, unmarried (see Blacksmiths of Devon); Caroline 15yrs; George Ernest 13yrs (plumber); Edgar 11yrs. General servant: Jesse Coombes 19yrs. In 1891 John A. (Snr) is 72yrs, living on widower means at 4 Summerfield Terrace, with son-in-law Henry. C. Goss; Caroline Goss (nee Hall); and 2 grandsons. Contact Quentin by |
| | HALL | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Hall, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1810, Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 41yrs, at Lemon Cottage 2, Newton Abbot, Highweek,Devon with wife Susan 43yrs (born Lewes, Sussex) and son William 18yrs (painter journeyman). |
| | HAM | Francis | Blacksmith | 1829: Francis Ham, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 22yrs, living at Petherwyn Gate, Launceston, Devon with his parents John & Anne Ham (blacksmiths) & his siblings. |
| | HAM | Hermon | Blacksmith | 1823: Hermon Ham, blacksmith. Born 1823 in Aylesbeare, Devon, England. Parents: Abraham and Elizabeth. In 1844 married Louisa Paver born 1821 in Otterton, Devon. Louisa was the daughter of James and Hannah Paver The 1851 census lists Herman as blacksmith of Tipton St John, nr Ottery with wife and 2 children. On the 1871 census Hermon is described as smithy of Tipton but now with wife Louisa descrbed as publican of the Golden Lion Inn. Contact Anne by |
| | HAM | John | Blacksmith | 1789: John Ham, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Nth Petherwyn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 62yrs, living at Petherwyn Gate, Launceston, Devon with wife Anne 54yrs (born Nth Petherwyn). Children: William 29yrs (master blacksmith), John 24yrs, Francis 22yrs (blacksmith), Jane 18yrs, Sophia 12yrs, Mary Ann2 9yrs. Also listed is blacksmith William Batten 22yrs and a visitor Selina Tucker 10yrs. |
| | HAM | William | Blacksmith | 1822: William Ham, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1822 Nth Petherwyn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 29yrs, living at Petherwyn Gate, Launceston, Devon. with his parents John & Anne Ham (blacksmiths) & his siblings. |
| | HAMBLEY | George | Blacksmith | 1806: George Hambley, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 35yrs, living in John Street, Charles the Martyr, Plymouth, Devon with wife Charlotte. Children: John 14yrs; George 10yrs; Mary Ann 5yrs; William 2yrs. |
| | HAMBLY | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1836: Edwin Hambly, blacksmith. Borna bout 1836 in Beerferris, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 15yrs, living in Beerferris,Tavistock . Mother: Elizabeth 59yrs widow. Siblings: Charles 24yrs (a carpenter) 7 Mary 22yrs. |
| | HAMBLY | John | Blacksmith | 1781: John Hambly, blacksmith retired. Born about 1781 in Morvinstow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 60yrs, living in Rose Cottage, Egg Buckland with wife Mary Ann (nee ?Witherspoon born Egg Buckland, Devon). Children: Betsy 20yrs; Sophia 14yrs. Also listed James Forsyth 25yrs (labourer). In 1851 John is 70yrs, Mary is 66yrs, Betsy 34yrs, still in Rose Cottage. |
| | HAMLING | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Hamling, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 44yrs, living in the Landover Shop, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Jane 44yrs (born devon). Children: Henry 15yrs; Jane 10yrs. Plus Agness Hamling 80yrs. In 1851 John is 54yrs, a widower, still at Landover Shop, Plympton, with daughter Jane 19yrs who keeps her father’s house. |
| | HAMLING | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1819: William Hamling (Jnr), blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1819 in Stockleigh-Pomeroy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Jnr) is 32yrs, unmarried, Cross Cottage, Crediton, Devon. Parents: master blacksmith William (born 1779) and Mary Hamling. His sister Harriott Bennet 45yrs and her daughter Mary Ann Benet 4yrs. |
| | HAMLING | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1779: William Hamling (Snr), master blacksmith, employs 1 man and 1 boy. Born about 1779 in Stockleigh-Pomeroy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Snr) as living in Crediton, 72yrs, Cross Cottage, Crediton, Stockleigh-Pomeroy with wife Mary Mary 72yrs (born Stockleigh-Pomeroy). Son: William 32yrs unmarried (born 1819 blacksmith. Daughter: Harriott Bennet 45yrs and grand daughter Mary Ann Bennet 4yrs. |
| | HAMLYN | George | Blacksmith | 1791: George Hamlyn, blacksmith assistant. Born about 1791 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 60yrs, unmarried, servant to Mary Ann Gove, 51yrs, widow, living in Crockernwell, Devon. Also listed are Mary Ann’s son William 22yrs (born 1829 blacksmith) and her daughter Jane Gove 24yrs. |
| | HAMLYN | John | Blacksmith | 1824: John Hamlyn, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Widecombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living at Newpark Cot, Newton Abbot, Devon with his sister Avis Hamlyn aged 14yrs. |
| | HAMLYN | Pancras | Blacksmith | 1796: Pancras Hamlyn, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Widecombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Pancras as 55yrs, living in Poundsgate, Widecombe in Moor Newton Abbot. Wife: Elizth. 52yrs born (Widecombe) and their 5 children. |
| | HAMMETT | George | Blacksmith | 1828: George Hammett, blacksmith. Born about 1828, Tormoham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 23yrs, Swan Street, Torquay, Devon, with William.R. and Mary Furze family (Brother-in-Law). |
| | HAMMETT | Henry | Blacksmith | 1816: Henry Hammett, blacksmith. Born about 1816, Landkey, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 25yrs, living/working in the village of Dolton. 1851: Henry is 36yrs living in Beaford with wife Jane 34yrs (nee Westcott, born Beaford). Children: Rebecca 8yrs; William 5yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. Blacksmith servant John Isaac 22yrs, unmarried. In 1861 Henry was 45yrs, a blacksmith living in Ilsington Devon with his wife Jane? 40yrs. Children: William 15yrs (blacksmith); Elizabeth 8yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HAMMETT | William | Blacksmith | 1846: William Hammett, blacksmith. Born about 1846, Beaford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 5yrs living in Beaford with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parent’s blacksmith Henry and Jane Hammett plus siblings. 1861: he is 15yrs, still with parents at Ilsington Devon. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HAMMOND | John | Blacksmith | 1796: John Hammond, blacksmith. Born about 1796, Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 40yrs, at Riddlecombe Street, Ashreigney with wife Elizabeth 40yrs (born Ashreigney, Devon). In 1851 John is 55yrs, at, Great Lee Street, Ashreigney, Devon with wife Elizabeth 55yrs .Granddaughter Lusenda Hammond 5yrs. Mother-in-law Elizabeth Bater 78yrs,widow, pauper. Niece Mary Ann Harris 24yrs(glover). |
| | HAMYLIN | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1822: Joseph Hamylin, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Beer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 29yrs, living in the Village of Jump, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Mary 25yrs (born Bockleigh, Devon) and daughter Elizabeth 25yrs. Servants: John Knapman 23yrs(blacksmith) & Thomas Elford 18yrs. |
| | HANCOCK | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Hancock, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1830 in Berrynarbor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith and iron monger Joshua Avery in High Street, Clarence Place, Ilfracombe. |
| | HANLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Hanley, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Cork, Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, unmarried, living in Fore Street, St Thomas, Littleham, Devon with his mother Elizabeth 42yrs , widow. Siblings: William 14yrs; Joseph 12yrs; Mary Ann 6yrs; Thomas 4yrs. |
| | HANNAFORD | Nathl. | Blacksmith | 1836: Nathl. Hannaford, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Moreton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nathl as 15yrs, living in Ewings Street, St Mary Steps 282, Exeter, Devonshire. Parents: Robert & Susan Hannaford. |
| | HANNICK | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1795: Thomas Hannick, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Torquay, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 56yrs, living at 7 Higher Terrace Mews, Newton Abbot, Tormoham. Wife: Maryann 58yrs (born Newton St Cerus, devon). Daughter: Ellen Hannick 20yrs. Grand-daughter: Caroline Hannick 12yrs.Seen on ancestry.com as Hannick not Hannock. |
| | HARADON | William Adams | Blacksmith | 1797: William Adams Haradon, master blacksmith, employs 1 labourer & 1 apprentice. Born about 1797 in Sherford, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 54yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham, Devon. Wife: Susannah 48yrs (born South Pool, Devon). Children: Henrietta 22yrs, Louisa 9yrs. Plus an apprentice Robert Lambert 19yrs. |
| | HARADON | William.H. | Blacksmith | 1825: William. H. Haradon, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham, Devon. Married but no other details shown. |
| | HARDING | Samuel Hill | Blacksmith | 1852: Samuel Hill Harding, blacksmith. Born 1852 in Berrynarbor, Devon, England. Samuel was son of Thomas Harding and wife Kezia (Hill), who were married at Berrynarbor in 1846. His father Thomas Harding was also a blacksmith and farmer in Berrynarbor. Samuel Hill Harding married Ellen Richards (b.1854 Berrynarbor) late in 1873. Their children were: Edward 1874, Anna 1876, Eveline 1877, Ellen 1882, Bessie Ann 1885, William Samuel 1890. The family lived at Linches Cottage, Berrynarbor in 1881. Death of Samuel H. Harding age 76 reg. June Qtr 1928 Barnstaple. Death of Ellen Harding age 84 reg. Sept Qtr 1938 Barnstaple. Both buried at St Peter's, Berrynarbor. Contact Fenella by. |
| | HARLFORD | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Harlford, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Fremington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 51yrs, living at 23 Cornwall Street, Devonport, Devon. Lodges with Peggy Carey (green grocers) & family. |
| | HARPER | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1835: Edwin Harper, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1835 in Bushop Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 16yrs, living in Newport Road, Barnstaple, Devon with parents Henery (Blacksmith) & Mary Harper. Siblings: John 25yrs (blacksmith), William 14yrs, Sarah 13yrs, Martha 10yrs, James 7yrs, Eliza 5yrs. |
| | HARPER | Henery | Blacksmith | 1800: Henery Harper, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Bushop Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henery as 50yrs, living in Newport Road, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 48yrs (born Tawstock, Devon). Children: John 25yrs (blacksmith), Edwin 16yrs (blacksmith), William 14yrs, Sarah 13yrs, Martha 10yrs, James 7yrs, Eliza 5yrs. |
| | HARPER | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Harper, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826 in Bushop Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, living in Newport Road, Barnstaple, Devon with parents Henery (Blacksmith) & Mary Harper. Siblings: William 14yrs, Sarah 13yrs, Martha 10yrs, James 7yrs, Eliza 5yrs. |
| | HARPER | John | Blacksmith | 1833: John Harper, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 18yrs, living in Litchdon Street, Barnstaple with parents Robert & Mary (Lime Burners) Harper. See Iron Workers Index for brother Henry. |
| | HARRAD | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Harrad, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Uffculm, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, lodging with blacksmith John and Mary Sanders at Norman's Green, Plymtree, Honiton, Devon. |
| | HARRADON | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1800: Daniel Harradon, blacksmith. Born about 1800-1806, (varies with census) at Sherford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Daniel as 35yrs, living in Kingsbridge with wife Jane 40yrs (born Marlborough, Devon). Children: Edwin 14yrs; Mary 13yrs; Susanna 9yrs; Maria 7yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. Also William Harradon 75yrs and apprentice William Adams 15yrs. In 1851 Daniel is 50yrs, still in Sherford. Jane is 53yrs. Children: Edwin 24yrs (blacksmith); Elizabeth 12yrs; Sarah 9yrs. Nephew Henry Harradon 18yrs, apprentice blacksmith (born Dodbrooke). 1861: Daniel 58yrs, Jane 60yrs. Children: Edwin 34yrs, unmarried: Elizabeth 22yrs unmarried. Grandson Frederick Adams Jeffrey 3yrs. |
| | HARRADON | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1827: Edwin Harradon, master blacksmith. Born about 1827, Sherford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Edwin as 14yrs, living in Sherford, Kingsbridge with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his father Daniel (born 1806) and mother Jane plus many others from the Harradon family. In 1851 Edwin is 24yrs, still with his parents in Sherford. The 1861 census lists Edwin as 34yrs, unmarried, with parents and sister Elizabeth 22yrs. See freebmd.org.uk fro marriage Edwin and ElizaHenley, December quarter 1862, Kingsbridge. 1871: in Sherford Edwin is 44yrs, Eliza 39yrs (born Plymstock). Children: William. A. 8yrs; Edwin. Hy. 6yrs; John 4yrs; Charles 6 months infant. Apprentice blacksmith Edwin Efford, 20yrs (born Charlton, Leicestershire). |
| | HARRADON | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1843: Edwin Harradon, blacksmith. Born about 1843, Chivelstone, Devon , England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 8yrs, living in Chivelstone, Devon with his parents blacksmith Henry Harradon 48yrs (born 1803) & Jane 41yrs (nee Knowles). Siblings: William 21yrs; Mary 19yrs; Thomas 12yrs. In 1861 Edwin is 18yrs, still living in Chivelstone with his parents. In 1871 Edwin is ?26yrs (born 1845) with his widowed mother Jane 62yrs. 1881 and Edwin is 37yrs, unmarried, still living with his mother Jane 72yrs in Chivelstone. 1891: Edwin 45yrs, single, living in a cottage at Kingsbridge, Devon. |
| | HARRADON | Henry | Blacksmith | 1811: Henry Harradon, blacksmith. Born about 1810-1811, Charelton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 30yrs, living Kingsbridge, Stokenham, Devon with wife Jane 30yrs (born Slapton, Devon). Children: William 11yrs (born about 1830); Mary 9yrs; Thomas 4yrs (blacksmith born 1837. Apprentice blacksmith Thomas Tucker 15yrs (born Devon). In 1851 Henry is 48yrs, living in So Allington, Kingsbridge, Chivelstone, Devon; Jane 41yrs. Children: William 21yrs (blacksmith born 1830), Mary 19yrs, Thomas 14yrs (blacksmith born 1837), Edwin 8yrs. 1861: Henry is 56yrs, still in Chivelstone. Wife Jane is 53yrs. Son Edward is 18yrs, unmarried (blacksmith). Jane is a widow on 1871 census and son Edwin 26yrs, unmarried is with her. |
| | HARRADON | Henry | Blacksmith | 1833: Henry Harradon, blacksmiths apprentice. Born about 1833, Dodbrooke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 18yrs, apprenticed to his uncle master blacksmiths Daniel Harradon (born 1801 Sherford, Devon). IN 1861 Henry is 27yrs, living in Liverpool, Lancashire with wife Emily 23yrs (born Salcombe, Devon) and son George 5yrs and daughter Emily 4yrs. |
| | HARRADON | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Harradon, blacksmiths apprentice. Born about 1837, Chivelstone, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 4yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents, blacksmith Henry Harradon (born 1811) and Jane plus other family members. In 1851 Thomas is 14yrs, still living with family at Kingsbridge. In 1851 Thomas is 14yrs, living in So Allington, Kingsbridge, Chivelstone, Devon; with his family. The 1871 census has Thomas as 34yrs, in Chivelstone with wife Selina 34yrs (born Durgaron, Ireland). Children: Eliza J. 5yrs; Henrietta 2yrs; Mary. K. 1yr infant. Blacksmiths apprentice George ?Searle 15yrs (born 1856,Stoke Damerel). |
| | HARRADON | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Harradon, blacksmith. Born about 1829-1830, Sherford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, living in Chivelstone, Devon with his parents blacksmith Henry Harradon 48yrs (born 1803) & Jane 41yrs (nee Knowles). Siblings: Mary 19yrs; Thomas 12yrs; Edwin 8yrs. In 1861 William is 31yrs, living in Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Sarah.G. 35yrs (born Chivelstone). Childen: John. H. 6yrs; Mary. J. 3yrs. William 2yrs; Elizabeth. D. 7 months infant. 1871: William is 40yrs, still in Stoke Damerel. Sarah 43yrs. Children: Mary. J. 14yrs; William 12yrs; Elizabeth. D. 10yrs; Edwin 6yrs. |
| | HARRADON | William Adams | Blacksmith | 1797: William Adams Harradon, master blacksmith, employs a labourer & an apprentice. Born about 1797, Sherford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William Adams Harradon as 54yrs, living in Stokenham with wife Susannah 48yrs (born South Pool, Devon). Daughters Henreitta 22yrs and Hannah Louisa 9yrs. Apprentice blacksmith Robert Lambert 10yrs (born Blackawton,Devon). In 1861 William is 66yrs, living in Kingsbridge; Susannah is 59yrs, no children with them. |
| | HARRADON | William Adams | Blacksmith | 1863: William Adams Harradon, blacksmith. Born about 1863, Sherford, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living with his family in Sherford, Frogmore. Parents: blacksmith Edwin Harradon (born 1827 Sherford) and Eliza (born Albarton, Devon). Siblings: Edwin. H. 16yrs (Engineer); John 14yrs; Charles 10yrs; Emily 8yrs; Ernest 6yrs. In 1891 William is 28yrs, living in Kingsbridge with wife Annie Beer nee Willis, 27yrs (born Deal, Kent). Listed with them is Williams’ mother Elizabeth Harradon 57yrs,Widow and his brother Charles Harradon 20yrs (blacksmith born 1871). Marriage of William and Annie seen at freebmd.org.uk September quarter 1887, Kingsbridge, Devon Vol: 5b Page: 387. 1901: William is 38yrs, Annie 37yrs, still in Sherford. No children listed. |
| | HARRIE | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Harrie, blacksmith. Born about 1800, Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 40yrs, at Ashwater; with Elizabeth Harrie 25yrs; William Harrie 6yrs; John Harrie 4yrs; James Harrie 1yr infant. Apprentice blacksmith John Murley 15yrs(born Ashwater). |
| | HARRIS | Charles | Blacksmith | 1830: Charles Harris, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born about 1830 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 21yrs, unmarried, living in Haights Ebford, Woodbury St Thomas, Devon. Lodging with him is Stephen Maeers 73Yrs (ag. Labourer), Arabella Maeers 73yrs and Adela Maeers 32yrs. In 1861 Charles is 31yrs, now a whitesmith, still in Woodbury St Thomas. Wife: Mary Ann 22yrs (born Clyst, Georgham, Devon). Lodger: James Francis Haskins 23yrs (copper miner). |
| | HARRIS | Charles | Blacksmith | 1826: Charles Harris, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Dinnington, Somerset, England. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 25yrs, living in Smallbridge, Axminster, Devon with wife Sarah 25yrs (born Marthall, Somerset). Children: Levinia 4yrs; Nancy 3yrs and Emma 1yr. In 1851 Charles is 36yrs, still living in Axminster. Census says he is married but Sarah not listed. Children: Emma 11yrs; Sarah 9yrs; Robert 8yrs; Caroline 6yrs; Thomas 4ys; Charles 4yrs; Daniel 2yrs. The 1861 densus lists Charles as 46yrs, living in Langport, Curry Rivell, Somerset. Wife Sarah 47yrs. Children: Emma 21yrs; Sarah 19yrs; Robert 18yrs ( a miller); Caroline 16yrs; Thos. Chas. 14yrs (a miller); Daniel 12yrs (plough boy); Mary Ellen 6yrs; Florence Ann 3yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | HARRIS | Edward | Blacksmith | 1791: Edward Harris, blacksmith. Born 1791, Atherington, Devon, England. Edward married Sarah Harris (no obvious relation) 25 Feb 1816 (Devon Marriages) in Barnstaple. They had 12 children, of whom only the eldest, William (born 1816) followed his trade. Censuses of 1841 & 1851 show him as a blacksmith in Barnstaple. He died there in 1855. Contact Frances by |
| | HARRIS | Elias | Blacksmith | 1821: Elias Harris,blacksmith. Born about 1821,Topsham, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 20yrs, at Hunt’s Court, Topsham; with wife Mary 25yrs (born Topsham) Elizabeth 2months infant. |
| | HARRIS | Francis | Blacksmith | 1820: Francis Harris, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1820-1821 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Francis(Fank) as 20yrs, living in living in White Street, St Thomas,Topsham with his father John 76yrs (blacksmith)and mother Elizabeth 60yrs plus his cousin James Harris 16yrs. Others listed: Francis Dunn 12yrs; Mary Axon 40yrs; Mary Axon 15yrs; Edwin Axon 9yrs. In 1851 Francis is 30yrs still in White Street, Topsham with his father John 76yrs (widower, blacksmith). Sibling: Ann Mully nee Harris 46yrs. Others listed: William Mully 17yrs; Mary.A. Mully 11yrs; John Mully 6yrs. Cousin James Harris 26yrs unmarried (a fisherman). |
| | HARRIS | James | Blacksmith | 1836: James Harris, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Brushwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 15yrs, living with John and Mary Hunt in Burton Street, Totnes, Devon. James and his sister Jane Harris 11yrs are Mary’s children by previous marriage. |
| | HARRIS | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Harris, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in East Farleigh, Kent, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 10yrs, living with his parents John 35yrs and Frances 34yrs in Loose Rd, Loose, Kent. Siblings: George 8yrs; Henry 2yrs; Frederick 1yr infant and Mary newborn infant. In 1851 John is 20yrs, unmarried, living in Well Street, Maidstone, Loose, Kent with his parents John 46yrs (farm bailiff) and Frances 39yrs. Siblings: George 18yrs; Henry 12yrs; Alfred 6yrs; Jane 3yrs; Francis under 1yrs infant. Servant Sarah Styance 15yrs. In 1861 John is 30yrs and wife Jane is Jane 30yrs. See also 1871 Census. |
| | HARRIS | John | Blacksmith | 1790: John Harris, blacksmith. Born 1790-1791 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 50yrs, living in Plymouth, Charles the Martyr with wife Ann 50yrs (born Devon). In 1851 John is 60yrs, a widower, boarding with the Dyer family n Georgeham Village, Georgeham, Devon. |
| | HARRIS | John | Blacksmith | 1792: John Harris, master blacksmith, employs 1 man and 1 apprentice. Born about 1792 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 59yrs, living in Plymouth parish Charles the Martyr, Devon with wife Ann 63yrs (born Plymouth). |
| | HARRIS | John | Blacksmith | 1775: John Harris, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1775 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 65yrs, living in living in White Street, St Thomas,Topsham with his wife Elizabeth 60yrs and son Francis (Frank) 20yrs (born 1820 blacksmith). Nephew James Harris 16yrs. Others listed: Francis Dunn 12yrs; Mary Axon 40yrs; Mary Axon 15yrs; Edwin Axon 9yrs. In 1851 John is 76yrs, widower, still in White Street, Topsham with his son Francis 30yrs. His daughter Ann Mully nee Harris 46yrs. Grandchildren: William Mully 17yrs; Mary.A. Mully 11yrs; John Mully 6yrs. Nephew James Harris 26yrs unmarried (a fisherman). |
| | HARRIS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1800: Robert Harris, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born 1800-1801 in Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 50yrs, living in the Village, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Betsy 44yrs (born Beaford, Devon). Children: Thomas 24yrs (born 1827 blacksmith), Robert 16yrs, Richard 14yrs, Eliza 12yrs, Betsy 10yrs, Lucy 8yrs, John 7yrs, William 4yrs, Mary 2yrs. Brother-in-law: Thomas Jones 36yrs (a miller). |
| | HARRIS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Harris, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1827 1801 in Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, living in the Village, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents, master blacksmith Robert (born 1800) and Betsy Harris. Siblings: Robert 16yrs, Richard 14yrs, Eliza 12yrs, Betsy 10yrs, Lucy 8yrs, John 7yrs, William 4yrs, Mary 2yrs. Brother-in-law: Thomas Jones 36yrs (a miller). |
| | HARRIS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1834: Thomas Harris, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1834 in Ringsash, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 17yrs, living in Gammaton Cottage, Bideford, Devon. Apprentice to master blacksmith Peter & Mary Ann Ackland. |
| | HARRIS | William | Blacksmith | 1783: William Harris, blacksmith. Born about 1783 - 1785, Topsham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 55yrs, living at Westcliff Devon with son Henry 18yrs. In 1851 William is 68yrs, a widower, living at West Cliff, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with daughter Loveday Harris 29yrs (A laundress). |
| | HARRIS | William | Blacksmith | 1803: William Harris, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1803, Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs, a widower, at White Street, Topsham. Children: Mary 19yrs; Frances 17yrs; Sarah 15yrs; Elizabeth 13yrs; Rebecca 9yrs; Emma 5yrs; |
| | HARRIS | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Harris, blacksmith. Born about 1830, Germansweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith William Shopland (and family) at Grimacombe Moor Blacksmiths Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon. In 1861 William is 30yrs, at Callington, Cornwall with wife Rachal.A. 32yrs(born Conrwall). |
| | HART | Francis | Blacksmith | 1830: Francis Hart, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Hemlock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 21yrs, lodging in the Square, Wellington, Devon with John & Ann Pursey (blacksmiths). |
| | HARVEY | George | Blacksmith | 1804: George Harvey, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 47yrs, living at 47 Navy Row, Morice Town, Devon. Wife Mary 45yrs (born Stoke Damerel). See census 1851 for 8 children & mother-in-law: Elizabeth Beer 68yrs. |
| | HARVEY | Henry.W. | Blacksmith | 1836: Henry. W. Harvey, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Manaton, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census Lists Henry as 15yrs, living in Wreyland, Manaton with parents John & Mary Harvey (blacksmiths) and his sister Mary. W. Harvey 22yrs |
| | HARVEY | Humphrey | Blacksmith | 1820: Humphrey Harvey, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1820 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Humphrey as 31yrs, living at Majors Court, Newton Abbot, Wolborough,Devon. Wife Mary 30yrs (born Collimpto, Devon). Children: William. H. 6yrs, Albert 4yrs, Joanna 1yrs. Daughter-in-law: Anna M. Grant 3yrs (?adopted). |
| | HARVEY | John | Blacksmith | 1795: John Harvey, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 56yrs, Wreyland, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 56yrs (born Moreton Hampstead, devon). Children: Henry. W. 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith) and Mary. W. 22yrs (dressmaker). |
| | HARVEY | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1833: Samuel Harvey, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Moreton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 18yrs, living in Lustleigh, Newton Abbot,Devonshire. Lodges with Joseph & Louisa Smalridge. |
| | HARVEY | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Harvey, blacksmith. Born about1832 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Brook Hill, Newton Abbot, Devon. Lodges with the Tothill family. |
| | HARVEY | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Harvey, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Kenton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living in the Starcross District, Kenton, St Thomas, Devonshire with wife Jane 35yrs (born Kenton). |
| | HATHERLY | George | Blacksmith | 1818: George Hatherly, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Shebbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 33yrs, living in Bow Village, Crediton, Devon with wife Jane 32yrs (born Bow). Children: William 11yrs, John 8yrs, Thos 6yrs, Mary 4yrs. |
| | HAVILL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1816: Richard Havill, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Budleigh , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 35yrs,Fairmile, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Awliscombe, Devon). Children: Emma 5y, Sarah Ann 3y. |
| | HAVILL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1793: Richard Havill, blacksmith. Born about1793 in Clist Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 58yrs, a widower, living with his son Robert 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith), East of England Tree Office, East Budleigh, St Thomas, Devon. |
| | HAVILL | Robert | Blacksmith | 1834: Robert Havill, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 17yrs,living with his father, Richard (born 1793 blacksmith), East of England Tree Office, East Budleigh, St Thomas, Devon. |
| | HAWK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Hawk, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in North Petherwyn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 60yrs, living in Eggbear,Launceston, Devon with wife Thomazin 60yrs (born Lifton, Devon). Servant: Maria Trewin 14yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: William Freeze 17yrs. |
| | HAWK | Robert | Blacksmith | 1800: Robert Hawk, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in St Ewen, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 51yrs, living in 25 Parade, Plymouth parish of St Andrew, Devon. Wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Padstow, Cornwall). See Shipwrights Index for son Francis. listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | HAWKENS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1835: Samuel Hawkens, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in East Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs, living in Union Lane, East Stonehouse, with his father Samuel 66yrs a widower. Siblings: John 11yrs, Fanny 8yrs, Edward 5yrs |
| | HAWKINS | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1825: Abraham Hawkins, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Exmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Abraham as 26yrs, living at 6 Duke Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Eliza 24yrs (born Devonport, Devon) and son Edwin 2yrs. |
| | HAWKINS | Charles | Blacksmith | 1819: Charles Hawkins, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 15yrs, living at 32 Looe Street, Plymouth with his parents Charles & Margaret plus his sister Eliza 20yrs. |
| | HAWKINS | John | Blacksmith | 1777: John Hawkins, blacksmith. Born about 1777 in Burnel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 74yrs, living in Baddich, St Thomas, Whitestone, Devon. Wife: Grace 70yrs (born Whitestone). Sons: Thomas 43yrs (born 1808 blacksmith) and John 39yrs (ag.labourer). |
| | HAWKINS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1808: Thomas Hawkins, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Whitestone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 43yrs, living in Baddich, St Thomas,Whitestone with his parents John & Grace (blacksmiths) and his brother John 39yrs (ag. Labourer). |
| | HAYES | Joel | Blacksmith | 1813: Joel Hayes, master blacksmith,employs 1 man. Born about 1813 in Thorncombe, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joel as 38yrs, living in the Village of Hawkchurch, Axminster, Devon with wife Matilda 30yrs (born Chard, Somerset). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | HAYES | Josiah | Blacksmith | 1824: Josiah Hayes, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Yeovil, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists Josiah as 27yrs, unmarried, boarding with William and Eliz. Burge in Bearnes Lane, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | HAYLES | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1832: Thomas Hayles, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1832 in Martinhoe, North Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 19yrs, living in Trenstihoe Coom, North Devon, lodging with the Hayles family. Contributor sent this in but I cannot see him on the census. |
| | HAYMAN | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1800: Benjamin Hayman, master blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 40yrs, living at Ashburton, Devon; with wife Mary 37yrs. Children: Mary Ann 12yrs; William 9yrs; Elizabeth 1yr infant. In 1851 Benjamin is 49yrs, living at 27 Exeter Street, Plymouth. Children listed: William 20yrs (blacksmith, born Ashburton); Benjamin 5yrs. Apprentice blacksmith John Adams 20yrs (born Plymouth); Sarah Mill 18yrs (house servant). |
| | HAYMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Hayman 19yrs, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1832 in Elsington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, unmarried, lodging at 1 Salem Street, Plymouth. Devon with master tailor William & Fanny Edmonds and family. |
| | HAYMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Hayman, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Burrington, Devon, England. he 1851 UK census lists John as 33yrs, living in the Village, Torrington, High Bicton, Devon. Wife: Charlotte 32yrs (born High Bickington). Daughters: Sarah 5yrs and Ann 5mths infant. |
| | HAYMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1831: William Hayman, blacksmith. Born about 1831,Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, living at 27 Exeter Street, Plymouth. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents Benjamin and Mary plus siblings. |
| | HAYMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1796: William Hayman, blacksmith. Borna bout 1796 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in Ebrington Street, Plymouth, St Charles the Martyr with wife Mary 45yrs (born Devon). Cannot find them on 1851census. |
| | HAYMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1803: William Hayman, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Gillisham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs, living in Mitchells Cottage, Honiton, Gittisham with wife Eliza 37yrs (born Luppitt, Devon) and their 5 children. |
| | HAYWARD (HEYWOOD) | James.J. | Blacksmith | 1844: James. J. Hayward (Heyward), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1844 in Kingsteignton, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists James as 17yrs, apprentice lodging with James. Prowse (born 1825 blacksmith) and his family in Abbotskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | HEAD | John B. | Blacksmith | 1825: John. B. Head, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Bovy Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, married, visiting ??? Robert & Nancy Uren at Foggietor Granite Works, Walkhampton, Devon. Also listed is servant Honor. R. Jenkins 15yrs. |
| | HEADON | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Headon, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living in Holsworthy Beacon, Devon with wife Grace 31yrs born (Holsworthy) and children Richard 6yrs and John 3yrs. |
| | HEAL | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Heal, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Chittel Hampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 54yrs, Village, High Bickington Great Torrington, Devon. Wife: Margaret 50yrs (born High Bickington). Children: Sarah Heal 16yrs, Margaret King Heal 12yrs, Mary King Heal 8yr. Servant blacksmiths: Barth. Squire 27yrs & John Fursdon 28yrs. |
| | HEAL | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Heal, blacksmith. Born 1832-1833 in Buckland Brewer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith John Prouse 47yrs (born 1804) and Catherine 49yrs. IN 1861 William is 29yrs, Wife Elizabeth 25yrs (born Channel Isalnds), living in Slyo Lane, St Hellier, Jersey, Channel Island. No others listed. Listed in Blacksmiths of Channel Islands and Devon. |
| | HEAMAN | Robert | Blacksmith | 1855: Robert Heaman, blacksmith. Born about 1855 in Dalton, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census lists Robert as 26yrs, unmarried, working as the Bailiff – living at Dean Court, Dean Pior, Devon. See the Wheelwrights Index for his father John Heaman (born 1810) and his brother George. See census 1861 for another brother William, a Machinist. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Charlott | Blacksmith | 1864: Charlotte Heard nee Stanbury, blacksmith. Took over her husband’s (Richard Heard born 1826) business when he died in 1864. She is described as employing 2 men and a boy in 1871. One of the men was her son Robert the master smith 1881-1901. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Edward | Blacksmith | 1798: Edward Heard, blacksmith. Bornabout 1798 in Beaford, devon, England. dward was the youngest child of Robert Heard and Jane nee Snell. Brother of William Heard (Snr) in the index. Edward worked in West Anstey Devon. He is on the1841-1861-1871 as retired blacksmith. In 1861 three of his sons are working with him as Blacksmiths. Edward 21yrs, William 19yrs and George 15yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Edward | Blacksmith | 1843: Edward Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1843 in Dreeth, Devon, England. In 1861 Edward is with his blacksmith Father William (Snr born 1794) and mother Betsy 66yrs (born Dreeth) in Beaford Devon. Edward died March qtr 1871. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | George | Blacksmith | 1778: George Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1778, Crediton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 63yrs in Exeter with wife Mary 63yrs (born Crediton). In 1851 George as 73yrs, living at Exe Street Sanders Cottages, St David, Exeter, Devon Mary 72yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1833, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living at Beaford and employed by his master blacksmith father Silas Heard. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | George | Blacksmith | 1840: George Heard, blacksmith. Born Devon, England. Son of William Heard (Snr) was working as a smith with his father in Beaford 1841 he left Beaford until sometime between 1845-1849 when he was a police constable in Bristol he is back in Beaford in 1861 and works as a blacksmith until 1871 he died in 1876. His sons Silas and William are working as smiths with him in Beaford in 1871. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | John | Blacksmith | 1780: John Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1780-81 (?r.i), 1851 John is listed as 71yrs, living at Gooding’s Cott, St.Thomas,Upton Pyne, Devon with wife Elizabeth 59yrs (born (?r.i) and daughter Ann 12yrs. Visitor: Fanny Calvery 6yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Heard, master blacksmith, employs 1 man & 1 boy. Born about 1806, Colebrooke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrs, at Hookway Road, Crediton, Devon, with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Colebrooke) and nephew Richard Heard 11yrs (apprentice blacksmith). Also listed William Seldon, 20yrs (blacksmiths Servant) and apprentice blacksmith James Davey 17yrs (born Crediton). Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | John. M. | Blacksmith | 1838: John. M. Heard, blacksmith. Born 1838, Beaford, Devon, England and died 1912. On every census 1851 -1901 in Beaford mentioned in several Trade directories the last being Kelly’s of 1914 (it took time to compile and he had died before its publication). He had 5 daughters and one son William who was also a smith in Beaford. Parents: blacksmith William and Elizabeth Heard. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1812: Richard Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1812, Moorwinslow , Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 39yrs, at Woolfardisworthy Village, Bideford, Devon, with wife Mary 35yrs (born Moorwinslow) and daughter Maria 2yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1826: Richard Heard, master blacksmith. Born 1826 Dolton, Devon, England and died in 1864 aged 38yrs. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 25yrs, in Dolton Village, Dolton Torrington, with wife Charlotte 25yrs (nee Stanbury, born Dolton). In 1861 Richard is 34yrs, Charlotte 34yrs. Children all born Dolton: Robert 9yrs; Emily 6yrs; Ellen 5yrs; Edward 3yrs; William 1yrs. Charlotte carried on the blacksmithing when Richard died. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1840: Richard Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1840, Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 11yrs, at Hookway Road, Crediton, apprenticed to his master blacksmith uncle John Heard (born 1806) and aunt Elizabeth. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1795: Robert Heard, blacksmith. Born 1795, Beaford, Devon, England and died 1864. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 56yrs, living in Dolton Village, Devon. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1852: Robert Heard, master blacksmith. Born about 1852, Dolton, Devon, England. Robert was son of blacksmiths Richard and Charlotte Heard. He was a blacksmith in Dolton 1871, master blacksmith in Dolton in 1881, blacksmith Dolton 1891 - 1901. His sons John and Alfred were both working as blacksmiths with him in 1901. Reuben Clements was his assistant in 1901, he married Robert's daughter Charlotte in 1906. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Robert Carpenter | Blacksmith | 1815: Robert Carpenter Heard, blacksmith. Born 1815 Devon, England and died 1883. A Blacksmith in Bridgewater Somerset 1841, Son of William Snr. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1832: Thomas Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1832, Pinhoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 19yrs, unmarried, at Newton’s, St Thomas, Rewe, Devon with sister Sarah Littlejohns and brother-in-law George Littlejohns. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | William | Blacksmith | 1853: William Heard, blacksmith. Born 1852-1853 in Huish, Devon, England. 1871: William is 17yrs, an apprentice in Dolton Devon with Charlotte Heard (nee Stanbury? widow of Richard Heard). Parents: Joh and Jane Heard (nee Cole, a Miller from Dolton, Devon). 1881: William is 28yrs, a blacksmith's assistant to James Harris (Blacksmith shop keeper) in Burrington Devon. John married Sarah Butler in June 1885, at Molton, Devon. The1891 census lists John as 39yrs, Sarah 40yrs, and their two children, Elizabeth. C. 5yrs and Mary.J.B. 3yrs - staying with Sarah's father John Butler in Burrington, Devon. All born in Burlington. 1901: in Burrington, a blacksmith with James Trigger apprentice blacksmith next to James Harris retired Blacksmith. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | William | Blacksmith | 1863: William Heard, blacksmith. Born about 1863, Devon, England. Son of John M. Heard born 1838 (on this index) . William was a blacksmith in Beaford with his father in 1891 and 1901 He had been a pupil teacher in Beaford in 1871 and married Julia Wescott a teacher in the September qtr 1901. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1833: William Heard (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1833 in Beaford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living in Village, Beaford with parent’s master blacksmith William and Elizabeth Heard, plus siblings. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARD | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1792: William Heard (Snr), blacksmith. Born 1792 at Beaford, Devon, England and died 25 Jan 1871. The 1851 census lists him as 58yrs, at Village, Beaford, Devon; his wife Elizabeth 53yrs (born Meeth, Children: William 18yrs (blacksmith born 1833), Hannah 16yrs, John 13yrs (blacksmith born 1838), Edward 7yrs. Contact Hazel by. |
| | HEARL | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Hearl, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Buckland Brewer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith John and Catherine Prouse, living at Bilsford Cottage, Buckland Brewer, Devon. |
| | HEARN | Clement | Blacksmith | 1825: Clement Hearn, blacksmith. Born 1825-1826 in Buckland Mun, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Clement as 25yrs, living at 15 Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon. Wife Ann 28yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Visitors: Elizabeth Gorden 7yrs and Thomas Gorden 5yrs. |
| | HEARN | James | Blacksmith | 1811: James Hearn, blacksmith, Born about 1811, Abbotsham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 40yrs, living at the village, Abbotsham with wife Catherine 40yrs (born Devon). Daughter Ann 14yrs and son James 11yrs. |
| | HEARN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1837: Richard Hearn, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Buckland Mun, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 14yrs, living at 38 Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon with his parents, blacksmith William 37yrs (born 1814) and Tamar 30yrs. Richard had 6 siblings. |
| | HEARN | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Hearn, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Buckland Mun, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living at 38 Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Tamar 30yrs (born Egg Buckland, Devon). They had 7 children listed including Richard (born 1837 blacksmith |
| | HEATH | Clement | Blacksmith | 1834: Clement Heath, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Clement as 17yrs,living in Ram Alley, Totnes, Devon with his parents, blockmaker journeyman Thomas 62yrs & Sarah 60yrs and his sister Sarah 13yrs. Lodger Richard Meathrel 54yrs (a butcher). |
| | HEATH | Henry | Blacksmith | 1820: Henry Heath, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born 1820-1821 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 30yrs, living in Station Road New Quay Road, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Wife: Eliza 35yrs (born Ashburton, Devon). Children: Ann 9yrs, Henry 7yrs, John 3yrs, Samuel 1yr. In 1861 Henry is 40yrs (now a whitesmith), Eliza 45yrs, living in Newton Abbot. Children: Ann Maria 19yrs; Albert Henry 17yrs; Samuel Thomas 10yrs; Richard 8yrs; William 5yrs;. Boarder Eliza Ann Thorns 24yrs. |
| | HEATH | Henry (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1799: Henry Heath (Snr), master blacksmith, employs 1 man and 1 boy. Born about 1799 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry (Snr) as 40yrs, living in Warland, Totnes with wife Ellenor 43yrs (born Totnes). Children: Emailia 13yrs; John 11yrs; Ellen 5yrs; Henry 2yrs; Mary under 1yr infant. Eleanor Tucker 85yrs. In 1851 Henry (Snr) is 52yrs, Ellenor 53yrs, still living in Warland. Children: Emily .J. 23yrs; John 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Ellen 14yrs; Henry.W. 12yrs; Mary 9yrs. Visitor: Ada Copplestone 2yrs. In 1861 Henry is 62yrs, Ellenor 63yrs, still in Warland. Children: John 32yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Henry. W. 22yrs (born 1839 blacksmith); Mary 20yrs;. Boarder Ida. J. Copplestone 12yrs. |
| | HEATH | Henry. W. (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1839: Henry. W. Heath (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1839 in Warland, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry (Jnr) as 2yrs, living in Warland with his parents Henry (born 1799 blacksmith) and Ellenor. In 1851 Henry. W. is 12yrs, still in Warland with his parents. In 1861 Henry. W. is 22yrs, unmarried, still living in Warland with parents and siblings. 1871 finds Henry.W. 32yrs, wife Ann 32yrs (born Totnes) living in Totnes. Children: Mary. E 8yrs; Elizabeth 6yrs; Alfred. H. 5yrs; Lewis 3yrs; John 1yr. Lodger: Edwin Heath 62yrs. |
| | HEATH | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Heath, blacksmith. Born 1825-1826 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, living at Grove Cottage, Totnes with his parents, master blacksmith Samuel 69yrs (born 1782) & Ann 66yrs, plus ?nephew Thomas. W. Heath 13yrs (scholar). |
| | HEATH | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Heath, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Warland, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 11yrs, living in Warland with his parents Henry (born 1799 blacksmith) and Ellenor. In 1851 John is 21yrs still in Warland with his parents and siblings. In 1861 John is 32yrs, unmarried, still living with parents and siblings. 1871 finds John.S. as 41yrs, wife Elizabeth 41yrs living in Totnes with son Thomas. T. 4yrs. |
| | HEATH | Richard (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1833: Richard Heath (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1833 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard (Jnr) as 8yrs, living in Coles Cross, East Allington with his parent, master blacksmith Richard 30yrs (born 1810) and Mary 35yrs. Siblings: William 4yrs; Philip 6yrs; Mary 2yrs; Albert 1yr infant. Grandmother Agness Heath ?60yrs. In 1851 Richard is 18yrs, still at Coles Cros, with his parents and siblings. |
| | HEATH | Richard (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1810: Richard Heath (Snr), master blacksmith. Born about 1810 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard (Snr) as 30yrs, living in Coles Cross, East Allington with wife Mary 35yrs (born Stoke Fleming). Children: Richard 8yrs; William 4yrs; Philip 6yrs; Mary 2yrs; Albert 1yr infant. Agness Heath 60yrs. In 1851 Richard is 40yrs, Mary Ann 45yrs, still at Coles Cross. Children: Richard 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith); Mary Ann 12yrs; Samuel 10yr; John 7yrs;Tryphosa 4yrs. Mother: Agnes Heath born 1786 ?65yrs pauper. |
| | HEATH | Robert | Blacksmith | 1817: Robert Heath, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census listsRobert as 34yrs, married but wife not listed. Living at 2 Higher Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon. Children; Robert 8yrs, Emma 7yrs, Agnes 5yrs, Ruth 3yrs, Eliza 1yr. Nephew: Robert Sheepham 15yrs,apprentice, born Brixham. In 1861 Robert is 45yrs, widower, living in Madiera Place, Tormoham, devon. Children: Emma 18yrs; Agness 15yrs; Peter 13yrs; Eliza 10yrs;Sophia 8yrs; John 6yrs. |
| | HEATH | Samuel (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1851: Samuel Heath (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 41yrs, living in Fore Street, Totnes with wife Marian 38yrs (born Totnes). Children: Mary.G. 13yrs; Susan 9yrs; Richard 6yrs; Emily 3yrs; Edwin 1yr. Samuel (Jnr) is son of master blacksmith Samuel (Snr. Born 1782) and Ann Heath. Siblings listed: John 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith) and a grandson Thomas. W. Heath 13yrs (scholar). |
| | HEATH | Samuel (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1782: Samuel Heath (Snr), master blacksmith. Born about 1782 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 69yrs, wife Ann is 66yrs (born St Stephens, Cornwall), living at Grove Cottage, Totnes. Sons: John 25yrs (blacksmith) and a grandson Thomas. W. Heath 13yrs (scholar). Samuel’s other son Samuel (born 1808) is also listed in Blacksmiths of Devon. |
| | HEATHMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1773: John Heathman, blacksmith retired. Born about 1773 in Sampford Courtenay, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 78yrs, a widower, living at Woods, Okehampton, Devon with his son Solon Heathman 35yrs Farmer of 59acres and his other children. See census 1851 for others. |
| | HEATHMAN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1808: Richard Heathman, blacksmith master, employed 1 apprentice. Born about 1808 in Sampford Courtney, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 43yrs, living at Woodland Head, Crediton, Devon. with wife Eliza 44yrs (born Crediton). Children: William 1yrs, Fanny 9yrs, Thomas 2yrs. Apprentice James Diamond 18yrs. |
| | HEEMAR | Thomas Henry | Blacksmith | 1826: Thomas Henry Heemar, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 25yrs, living at 18 Fort Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Elizabeth 27yrs (born Devonport) and son Henry John 11months infant. |
| | HELLIER | John | Blacksmith | 1753: John Hellier, blacksmith. Born 1753-1754 in Froyle, Hampshire, England. John aged 21yrs married Martha Silvester of the same Parish, at Froyle on 10th October 1774. Children all hristened in Teignmouth, Devon. Frances on 29 Jan1816. John on 16 February 1817; Williamon 20 January 1820; James on 15 May 1818. LIsted in Blacksmiths of Devon and Hampshire. |
| | HELSON | John | Blacksmith | 1813: John Helson, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Crediton-DEV. The 1851 UK census lists him as 38yrs, at Lillypit, Buckland Monachorum, Devon; with wife Mary 39yrs (born Samford Spiny, Devon). Children: Sarah 14yrs; Joseph.H. 5yrs; Mary Ann 4yrs; Elizabeth 10 months infant. John’s siblings: Ann 24yrs,unmarried; Susan 20yrs, unmarried. Visitor: Emma Bolt, 19yrs. Servants: Richard Pike 22yrs (blacksmith). John Nicholls 15yrs (apprentice blacksmith). See Blacksmiths of Devon and Edge Tool Makers Indexes for John’s father Thomas Helson (Snr) and brother Thomas Helson (Jnr) . Contact Jane by |
| | HELSON | Thomas (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1816: Thomas Helson (Jnr), blacksmith & edge tool maker. Born about 1816, Dunsford, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 35yrs; with wife Martha 28yrs (born Brideford). Children listed: Elizabeth 7yrs; John 6yrs. Living at Iron Mills, Dunsford with father Thomas (Snr) 69yrs,widower. Also listed Mary Helson 30yrs, unmarried (daughter of Thomas Snr). Servants: George Day 45yrs,married (edge tool maker); George Sercombe 23yrs, unmarried( edgetool maker); James Sercombe 18yrs (apprentice edgetool maker) & William Wright 9yrs (apprentice edgetool maker). See Index for Implements (agricultural). Contact Jane by |
| | HELSON | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1782: Thomas Helson (Snr), master blacksmith & edge tool maker, employs 3 men,1 boy. Born about 1782, Dunsford, Devon. . The 1851 UK census lists him as 69yrs, living at Iron Mills Dunsford, Devon. Also listed is his daughter Mary Helson 30yrs, unmarried. Thomas Helson (Jnr), 35yrs (blacksmith & edge tool maker). Daughter-in-law: Martha 28yrs. Grandchildren: Elizabeth Helson 7yrs; John Helson 6yrs. Servants: George Day 45yrs,married (edge tool maker); George Sercombe 23yrs, unmarried( edge tool maker); James Sercombe 18yrs (apprentice edge tool maker) & William Wright 9yrs (apprentice edge tool maker). From 1821 Thomas's (Snr) took over the mills from his brother (also called John Helson). The Helsons originate from roadwoodwidger - Brattonclovelly, Devon. see Blacksmiths of Devon & for Implements (agricultural) Index. Contact Jane by |
| | HENDY | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Hendy, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1835 in PlymstockDevon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 16yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith John Coleman, in the Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon. |
| | HENLEY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1787: Richard Henley, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Rattery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 64yrs, living in Bittaford, Ugborough,Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth 67yrs (born Dartington, Devon). |
| | HENSLEY | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Hensley, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829, Exmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, living with his brother master wheelwright John Hensley at Fore Street, littleham, Exmouth. |
| | HENWOOD | Samuel (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1826: Samuel Henwood (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1826 at Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel (Jnr) as 15yrs, living in the Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with his parents, blacksmith Samuel (Snr born 1806) and Ann Henwood. Siblings: Mary 13yrs; Jane 10yrs; Elizabeth 7yrs. Grandmother: Elizabeth Rundle 73yrs. In 1851 samuel is 25yrs, living in Tavistock with wife Elizabeth Jane 28yrs (born 1823 Bridestow, Devon) and daughter Mary Ann 12yrs (born 1849 and married Robert Toye 1874). Contact Pauline by |
| | HENWOOD | Samuel (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1806: Samuel Henwood (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 35yrs, living in the Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with wife Ann 33yrs (born Devon). Children: Samuel 15yrs (born 1826 blacksmith); Mary 13yrs; Jane 10yrs; Elizabeth 7yrs. Also ann’s mother Elizabeth Rundle 73yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 45yrs, Ann is 44yrs, living in Tavistock. Children: Jane Henwood 20yrs and Elizabeth 17yrs. Contact Pauline by |
| | HERDING | John | Blacksmith | 1807: John Herding, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Sampford Spiney, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 44yrs, living in Honabridge, Part of the Honabridge, Devon with wife Catherine 60yrs (born Maristow, Devon) and son John Herding under 30yrs Engineer . |
| | HERN | James | Blacksmith | 1829: James Hern, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Langtree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 22yrs, living in the Cottage, Bideford, Devon with wife Elizabeth 24yrs (born Alwington, Devon) and son Thomas 1y infant. |
| | HERN | James | Blacksmith | 1799: James Hern, master blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Bulkworthy¸Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 52yrs, living at the Strand,Bideford, Devon. Wife: Catherine 50yrs (born Littleham, Devon). Lodgers: William Hern 28yrs (shoemaker) & Elizabeth Hern 30yrs (shoebinder) and their daughters Mary Jane 4yrs, Charlotte 2yrs. |
| | HERN | William | Blacksmith | 1788: William Hern, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Buckland Br, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living at Groves Crop, Littleham in Bideford, Devon. Wife: Sarah 45yrs (born Monkley, Devon). Children: Joseph 19yrs Ann 7yrs. In 1851 William is 63yrs, Sarah 61yrs, still at Groves Daughter Ann 17yrs. |
| | HEXT | James | Blacksmith | 1832: James Hext, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Widecombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as19yrs, living in Widecombe in Moor Cleave Abbot. Lodges with George & Mary Bennett (blacksmiths). |
| | HEXTER | James | Blacksmith | 1812: James Hexter, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Dawlish, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 39yrs, living at Powder Hill, Lidford, Tavistock, Devon. Wife: Maryann 37yrs (born Dawlish). Children: Maryann 13yrs, John 11yrs, Bessey 8yrs, Hannah 4yrs, Sarah 2yrs. |
| | HEYWOOD | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Heywood, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Coleridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 40yrs, living in Newton Village, St.Cyre, Devon. Wife: Mary 39yrs (born Monachorum, Devon). Children: Emily 11yrs, George 10yrs, John 8yrs. |
| | HICKS | Ferdinando | Blacksmith | 1846: Ferdinando Hicks, blacksmith. Born about 1846 in Landrake, Cornwall, England. The 1911 UK census lists Ferdinando as 65yrs, living in Bere Ferris, Devon. His daughter Mary Elizabeth Hicks was born October 1860 in Menheniot, Cornwall and she married aged to Charles Gourley on 2nd July 1882 at the Register Office Plymouth. On her marriage certificate her father is stated as Frederick Andrew Hicks, blacksmith. I believe the registrar just misheard his name. She married him again 17 December 1884 at the Register Office East Stonehouse; father is stated as Charles Hicks, blacksmith. This time, I believe the registrar got confused with the name of the groom. Contact Jeanette by |
| | HICKS | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Hicks, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living at 10 Market Lane, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his parents Charles & Elizabeth. Plus his siblings: Maria 31yrs, Louisa 20yrs, William 18yrs, George Edwin 16yrs.
| | | HICKS | Philip | Blacksmith | 1830: Philip Hicks, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1830 in Exbourne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 21yrs, living with Thomas and Ann Shobrook in Exbourne. |
| | HILL | George | Blacksmith | 1791: George Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 60yrs, living in Well Street, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Alice 67yrs (born Barnstaple). See census 1851 for several children listed. |
| | HILL | George | Blacksmith | 1820: George Hill, master blacksmith, employs 1 boy. Born about 1820 in Berrynarbor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 31yrs, living in Landkey Newland, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Harriet 32yrs (born Shirwell, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 6yrs & George. H. 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith Henry Courtney 17yrs. |
| | HILL | John | Blacksmith | 1833: John Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 18yrs, living on The Island, Chagford with parents Samuel & Ann Hill (blacksmiths). |
| | HILL | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, Castle Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Ann 23yrs (born Plymouth) and daughter Agnes 2yrs. |
| | HILL | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Marwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 42yrs, living in Prixford, Devon with wife Ann 39yrs (born Atherington, devon). Children: William 13yrs, Margarett 7yrs, John 6yrs, Thos 2yrs. |
| | HILL | John | Blacksmith | 1796: John Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in North Bovey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 55yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Arabella 56yrs (born North Bovey) and unmarried daughter Matilda Hill 22yrs. |
| | HILL | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Moreton Hampstead, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 51yrs, living in Cross Street, Newton Abbot, Moreton Hampstead,DevonshireWife: Mary 49yrs (born Moreton Hampstead). |
| | HILL | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1836: John Hill (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in Barnstaple, Devon with his parents John & Mary (blacksmiths) and siblings: Mary 14yrs, William 12yrs, Susan 8yrs. Servants: James Huxtable 23yrs (blacksmith journyman) and William Weslake 22yrs (Ag.Lab). |
| | HILL | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1810: John Hill (Snr), master blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Marwood¸Devon, England. . The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs,living in Barnstaple, Devon with wife Mary 43yrs (born Ilfracombe, Devon). Children: John 15yrs (born 18136 blacksmith), Mary 14yrs, William 12yrs, Susan 8yrs. Servants: James Huxtable 23yrs (blacksmith journyman) and William Weslake 22yrs (Ag.Lab). |
| | HILL | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1832: Joseph Hill, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1832 in Bovey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 19yrs, living in Ducks Pool Cottage, St Thomas, Doddiscombsleigh,Devonshire. Employed by George & Susan Bolly (blacksmiths). |
| | HILL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1778: Richard Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1778 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 73yrs, a widower, visiting master blacksmith Thomas 28yrs (born 1823) & Ann 24yrs Hill, living in Cleavesgate House, Throwleigh, Devon. |
| | HILL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1819: Samuel Hill, master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1819 in Spreyton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samue, Devon). Children: John 4yrs, Stephen T. 2yrs, Samuel 1yr. Niece: Elizabeth Sluggett 15yrs. Apprentice is his nephew William Hill 20yrs ( born 1831 blacksmith). Another apprentice is William Langmead 19yrs (blacksmith). |
| | HILL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1800: Samuel Hill, blacksmith and shop keeper. Born about 1800 in North Bovey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 51yrs, living in Cowick Street, St Thomas, Apostle, St Thomas, Devon. Wife: Fanny 46yrs (born Spreaton, Devon). Children: William 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith); Silas 18yrs, Edwin 3yrs; Mary Jane 21yrs. Niece: Mary Lee Hill 18yrs. Apprentices: John King 17yrs and Robert Wills 20yrs. |
| | HILL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1799: Samuel Hill, master blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Colebrook, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 52yrs, living on The Island, Chagford with wife Ann 45yrs (born Chagford). Children: John 18yrs (blacksmith), James 16yrs, William 14yrs, Elizabeth 5yrs. |
| | HILL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1793: Thomas Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 58yrs, living in the Hamlet, Barnstaple with wife Elizabeth 61yrs (born Bratton Fleming, Devon). Lodger: Thomas Sloley, 50yrs, retired farm worker. |
| | HILL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1823: Thomas Hill, master blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Throwley, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 28yrs, living in Cleavesgate House, Throwleigh with wife Ann 24yrs( born Throwley) and children Thomas 4yrs, Jan 3yrs, Ann 1yrs. Visitor: Richard Hill, 73yrs (born 1778 blacksmith). |
| | HILL | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Hill, blacksmith apprentice. Born 1830-1831 in Spreyton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, apprenticed to his uncle master blacksmith Samuel 32yrs (born 1819) & Ann 30yrs Hill at Cross, Okehampton, Spreyton Okehampton, Devon. |
| | HILL | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Hill, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826 in North Bovey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 25yrs, living in Cowick Street, St Thomas, Apostle,St Thomas, Devon. Parents blacksmiths and shopkeeper Samuel 51yrs (born 1800) & Fanny 46yrs. Siblins: Silas 18yrs, Edwin 3yrs; Mary Jane 21yrs. Cousin Mary Lee Hill 18yrs. Apprentices: John King 17yrs and Robert Wills 20yrs. |
| | HILL | William | Blacksmith | 1805: William Hill, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in St Mabin, Bodmin, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs, living in 5 North Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary 44yrs (born Torpoint, Cornwall). Children: Emma Jane 15yrs (born Torpoint, Cornwall) and Thomas 12yrs (born Bodmin Cornwall). In 1861 William is 56yrs, Mary 54yrs, son Thomas 22yrs (cabinet maker), living in Tothill Lane, Charles the Martyr. Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | HINE | Arthur | Blacksmith | 1830: Arthur Hine, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in West Alvington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Arthur as 20yrs, living in with his uncle, blacksmith George Hine 42yrs (born 1809) and aunt Eliz. 37yrs, in West Alvington, Kingsbridge. Cousins Jane Hine 6yrs; George Hine 2yrs; Thomas Hine under 1yr infant.George’s elderly mother Mary Hine 82yrs. Servant blacksmith Joseph Bowden. |
| | HINE | George | Blacksmith | 1809: George Hine, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in West Alvington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 42yrs, living West Alvington, with wife Elizabeth 37yrs (born Churchstow, Devon). Children: Jane 6yrs; Thirza 4yrs; George 2yrs; Thomas under 1yr infant. Mother Mary Hine 82yrs. Also listed is blacksmith servant Joseph Bowden. |
| | HINE | George | Blacksmith | 1809: George Hine, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in West Alvington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 42yrs, living in West Alvington, Kingsbridge. Wife Elizabeth 37yrs (born Churchstow, Devon). Children: Jane 6yrs; George 2yrs; Thomas under 1yr infant. Mother Mary Hine 82yrs. Nephew Arthur Hine 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith). Servant blacksmith Joseph Bowden. |
| | HINE | Roger (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1827: Roger Hine (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Malborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Roger (Jnr) as 24yrs, living in Malborough Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with parents Roger62yrs & Ann 50yrs (blacksmiths) plus his sister Susanna 10yrs. |
| | HINE | Roger (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1789: Roger Hine (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Charleton¸Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Roger (Snr) as 62yrs, living in Malborough Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Ann 50yrs. Children: Roger 24yrs (born 1827 blacksmith) and daughter Susanna 10yrs. |
| | HINGSTON | George | Blacksmith | 1814: George Hingston, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Halwell, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 24yrs living in Halwell Village with his father John 72yrs and mother Elizabeth 63yrs. In 1851 George is 37yrs, living in Halwell Village, Totnes, Devon with his widowed mother Elizabeth 73yrs and his brother Anthony 40yrs, unmarried (cordwainer). Robert ? 9yrs. In 1861 George is 47yrs, wife Eliza 45yrs (born Ashsprington, Devon). In 1871 George is 57yrs Eliza is 55yrs, still in Halwell. |
| | HINGSTON | Richard W. | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Hingston, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 17yrs, living in 25 Looe Street, Plymouth with parents John (a baker journeyman) and Mary plus his sister Sarah 21yrs |
| | HIT | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Hit, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1827 in Bristol, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 24yrs, lodging in Castle St. Axminster, Devon with blacksmith Elias & Mary Belling and their daughter Mary 18yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. |
| | HITCHMAN | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Hitchman, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 21yrs, living at 4 Stoke Lane, Plymouth, Devon with wife Ann 24yrs (born Devonport, Devon)and son James 2yrs; mother: Elizabeth Hichman 62yrs widow and sister Mary.A. Maunder 24yrs a sailors wife. |
| | HITCHOCK | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1814: Joseph Hitchcock, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph as 27yrs and wife Mary 28yrs (born Blagdon, Devon) with son Samuel under 1yr infant, living in Paradise Row, Otterton, Devon. In 1851 Joseph is 37yrs, living in Woodbury, Woodbury St Thomas with wife Mary Ann 37yrs and children Samuel 10yrs; Emma 7yrs; James 4yrs. |
| | HITT | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1825: Benjamin Hitt, blacksmith master. Born about 1825 in Tiverton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Benjamin as 15yrs, living with blacksmith Thomas and Mary Ann Stone and family at Marsh Cottage, Yarcombe, Devon. Also listed is William Bliss 30yrs (born 1811 blacksmith). In 1851 Benjamin is 25yrs, lodging with John and Elizabeth Skinner in Wiggatton, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon. In 1861 Benjamin is 36yrs (blacksmith master), wife Elizabeth 29yrs (born Ottery St Mary, Devon). Children: Emily Ann 7yrs; Mary Jane 6yrs; Elizabeth.E. 4yrs; Henry. R. 1yr infant. |
| | HOAR | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Hoar, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830, Petrockstow , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Arthur Pedrick, at Caw Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon. |
| | HOARE | Elias | Blacksmith | 1775: Elias Hoare, blacksmith. Born about 1775 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Elias as 66yrs, wife Mary 65yrs, living in South St. Axminster with the White family, namely James White 45yrs; Elizabeth 45yrs; Frederick 15yrs; Emily 12yrs; John 5yrs; Charlotte 5yrs; Ellen 3yrs. In 1851 Elias is 76yrs, still living in South St. Axminster with wife Mary 76yrs (born Axminster). |
| | HOARE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1816: Thomas Hoare, blacksmith journeyman, whitesmith. Born about 1816 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 25yrs, living in the Village, Uplyme Parish, Devon. In 1851 Thomas is 25yrs (whitesmith) living in Church Street, Lyme Axminster, Devon with wife Ann 34yrs and son Henry 1yr infant. |
| | HOBBS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1802: Henry Hobbs, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 49yrs, living in Mill Lane, Newton Abbot, Highweek, Devon with wife Elizabeth 41yrs (born Newton Bushell, Devon) and daughter Lydia 19rs (dressmaker). |
| | HOCKAWAY | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Hockaway, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Ware Gifford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 20yrs, visiting William & Ann Dennis (labourers) in New Street, Bideham. |
| | HOCKEY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1832: Thomas Hockey, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Whites Totnes Taunton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 19yrs, lodging with William & Eliza Hayman and their family at Mitchells Cottage, Honiton, Gittisham, Honiton, Devon. |
| | HOCKINGS | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Hockings, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Churston, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, lodging with Thomas (father-in-law) & Ann Collings (see Shipwrights Index) in Galmpton Warboro, Totnes, Devon. |
| | HODGE | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Hodge, blacksmith. Born about 1830, South Milton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, living at Harris Tenement, South Milton. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents, blacksmith Richard & Eliz Hodge. |
| | HODGE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1788: Richard Hodge, blacksmith. Born about 1788, Churchstow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 50yrs, at South Milton Tenement, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 40yrs. Children: Betsy 15yrs; John 11yrs; Robert 11yrs; Margretta 5yrs. 1851 UK census lists Richard as 62yrs, still at Harris Tenement, South Milton; with wife Elizabeth 51yrs (born Chivelstone, Devon). Children listed: Betsey 26yrs; William 24yrs(blacksmith); John 20yrs (blacksmith); Robert 17yrs(carpenter); Margaret 15yrs. |
| | HODGE | William | Blacksmith | 1788: William Hodge, blacksmith. Born about 1788, Slapton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 62yrs, a widower and pauper, living at 1-Kingsbridge Union Workhouse, Kingsbridge, Devon. |
| | HODGE | William | Blacksmith | 1790: William Hodge, blacksmith. Born about 1790, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living in Stillman Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. |
| | HODGE | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Hodge , blacksmith. Born about 1827, South Milton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 24yrs, living at Harris Tenement, South Milton. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents, blacksmith Richard & Eliz Hodge plus siblings. |
| | HODGE | William | Blacksmith | 1887: William Hodge, blacksmith. Born about 1887, Exeter, Devonshire, England. The 1901 UK census lists William as 13yrs,with his parents and 4 siblings at Bridge Cottages, Exeter, Devon. Parents: Samuel Hodge 49yrs (railway guard/ brakesman) and Mary Grace nee Tinkham 50yrs. The 1911 census lists William as 24yrs,unmarried, still at Bridge Cottages, Well St, Lions Holt, Exeter. Have one photo of him but not in work setting or work clothes. Contact David by |
| | HODRIDGE | Silas | Blacksmith | 1816: Silas Hodridge, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Silas as 25yrs, living at No 11 Victoria Street, with wife Elizabeth 26yrs. |
| | HOLLWAY | Michael | Blacksmith | 1824: Michael Hollway, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Michael as 27yrs, living in Newton Village, Devon with wife Elizabeth 28yrs (born Glover South Molton, Devon) and son Michael 1 yr infant. |
| | HOLMAN | James | Blacksmith | 1818: James Holman, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1818 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 33yrs, a Ptnt Pauper, at 1-Devon Lunatic Asylum, Exminster, St Thomas. |
| | HOLMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Holman, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Berry, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 22yrs, living in Stabbs Court, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Wife: Harriet 21yrs ( born Brent, Cornwall). Sons: William 1yr & James 2months infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | HOLMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Holman, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Berry Pomeroy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 65yrs, living at 26 Fore Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Susan 62yrs (also a blacksmith - born Totnes). Children: Harriet 30yrs, Maria 27yrs, Mary 17yrs, Cornelia 14yrs. |
| | HOLMAN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1826: Richard Holman, blacksmith. Born about 1826, Abbotsham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 15yrs, apprentice blacksmith to master blacksmith Thomas Trebell; living at Abbotsham Rickersdown, Devon. In 1851 Richard is 28yrs, blacksmith journeyman, visiting Joseph and Elizabeth Holman and family, who worked for and lodged with farm owner Adderley Wren at Berrydan, Bradworthy, Devon. |
| | HOLMAN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1823: Samuel Holman, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Boyton, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 28yrs, living in Pyworthy Village, Holsworthy, Devon. Wife: Catherine 26yrs (born Pyworthy). Children: Emily Short 3yrs & John Holman 3yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | HOLMAN | Susan | Blacksmith | 1789: Susan Holman, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Susan as 62yrs, living at 26 Fore Street, Totnes, Devon with her husband John Holman 65yrs(blacksmith listed on this index). |
| | HONEY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1795: Henry Honey, blacksmith journeyman, pauper. Born about 1795 in Stoke Dameral, Devonport, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 45yrs, living in Battery Street, East Stonehouse, Devon. Others listed: Henry Honey 10yrs; Charity Honey 13yrs; Mary Honey 5yrs. John Shadels 16yrs. In 1851 Henry is 56yrs, unmarried, a pauper living at the Workhouse, Devonport. |
| | HONEY | John | Blacksmith | 1789: John Honey, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Holsworth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 62yrs, living in Collinsdown, Buckland Brewer, Devon with wife Mary 46yrs (born Petrockstowe, Devon). |
| | HONEYWELL | Mary | Blacksmith | 1808: Mary Honeywell (Honeywill), blacksmith. Born about 1808, Holcombe Burnell, Devon, England. In 1851 Mary is 42yrs,widow, owns the shop at Holcombe Burnell with daughter Elizabeth 21yrs, unmarried and son William 24yrs (blacksmith) ; plus apprentice blacksmith Thomas Helson 19yrs. The 1861 census lists Mary as 53yrs, widow, at Longsdown Village, Holcombe Burnell with her son William Honeywill, 34yrs (blacksmith). Also listed: William White 19yrs (apprentice blacksmith). |
| | HONEYWELL | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Henry Honeywell (Honeywill), blacksmith. Born about 1791 in St Pancras, Middlesex (London), England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 50yrs, At Justins, Ashton, Devon. Also listed: Elizabeth Honeywell 42yrs; William 14yrs; Mary 17yrs; Elizabeth 9yrs; Caroline 1yr infant. In 1851 William is 60yrs (farm labourer) and daughter Caroline 11yrs, living in St Thomas Ashton, Devon. No mention of wife and others. However, in 1861 William is listed as 70yrs, Elizabeth 62yrs, daughter Caroline 21yrs, living in lower village, St Thomas Ashton, Devon. Also listed is Aron Banow 21yrs (police Contable). |
| | HONEYWELL | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Honeywell (Honeywill), blacksmith. Born about 1827, Ashton, Devon, England. In 1841 he is 14yrs with his blacksmith father William at Justins, Ashton, Devon. 1851 census: William is 24yrs. The 1861 UK census lists William as 34yrs, living at at Longsdown Village, Holcombe Burnell. Also listed is Mary Honeywell 53yrs (blacksmith); and William White 19yrs (apprentice blacksmith). |
| | HOOKER | Alfred.A. | Blacksmith | 1825: Alfred. A. Hooker, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. The 1851 UK census lists Alfred as 25yrs, living in St Thomas, Huxham, Devon with parents William (a paper maker) & Charlotte Hooker. |
| | HOOLE | John | Blacksmith | 1786: John Hoole, blacksmith. Born 1786. No other information given. Contact Don by |
| | HOOPER | Barnabas | Blacksmith | 1830: Barnabas Hooper, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1830 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Barnabas as 20yrs, living at Paffords, Okehampton, Devonshir, working withhis uncle Barnabas Hooper 50yrs (born 1800 master blacksmith) & Elizabeth 52yrs Hooper. |
| | HOOPER | Barnabas | Blacksmith | 1800: Barnabas Hooper, master blacksmith, employs 3 men. Born 1800-1801 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Barnabas as 50yrs, living at Paffords, Okehampton, Devonshire. Wife: Elizabeth 52yrs (born North Tawton). Children: Elizabeth 20yrs, Mary 17yrs. Granddaughter: Elizabeth Pyke 4yrs. Nephew: Barnabas Hooper 20yrs (blacksmiths servant). |
| | HOOPER | John | Blacksmith | 1779: John Hooper, blacksmith. Born about 1779 in North Tawton¸Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 62yrs, living in Church Town, Sydenham Damerel Village Devon. Wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Brentor Westcotts Devon), Children: Elizabeth 20yrs; Mary 15yrs; Frances 13yrs. Also William Ball 30yrs, (blacksmiths assistant). Hugh Green 15yrs. In 1851 John is 72yrs, Elizabeth is 64yrs, still in Sydenham. Daughters: Elizabeth 35yrs & Mary 33yrs. Also William. T. Ball 40yrs (blacksmith assistant) and William Coombe 20yrs (blacksmith apprentice). Visitor Charles Courtice 66yrs, unmarried (farm labourer |
| | HOOPER | John | Blacksmith | 1769 John Hooper, master blacksmith,employs 2 men. Born about 1769 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 72yrs, unmarried, living in Fore Street, North Tawton. In 1851 John is 82yrs, unmarried still in Fore Street. No other information given. |
| | HOOPER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Hooper, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Silverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 60yrs, living in Parsonage Lane, Tiverton, Silverton. Wife Mary Quant Hooper 45yrs (born Bradninch, Devon). Lodger: Susan Taylor 36yrs. |
| | HOOPER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1816: Richard Hooper, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1816 in Silverton, North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 25yrs, living in Silverton near Exeter with wife (1) Agnes 35yrs (born Devon) and mother-in-law: Elizabeth Bowden 80yrs. In 1851 Richard is 36yrs, Agnes is 49yrs and mother Elizabeth Bowden is 90yrs. Living in Exeter Street, North Tawton. In 1871 Richard is 56yrs, Agnes is 69yrs. |
| | HOOPER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1826: Samuel Hooper, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in St Cleer, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 25yrsmarried but wife not listed. Visiting the Ryder family (licensed victuallers) at 30 Cornwall Street, Devonport, Devon. |
| | HOOPER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1788: Thomas Hooper, blacksmith retired. Born about 1788 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 63yrs, living in Common Piece, Okehampton with daughter Hannah and son-in-law John Shobbrook. |
| | HOOPER | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Hooper, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Huntshaw-, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 15yrs, apprenticed to master blacksmith William and Susanna Prescott in Huntshaw Water,Torrington, Devon. |
| | HOOPER | William | Blacksmith | 1816: William Hooper, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Zeal Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 35yrs, living at the Fourways Cottage, Crediton, Devon with wife Sarah 36yrs (born Silverton, Devon). Children: John 7 yrs, Sarah A. 4yrs, Mary 1yr |
| | HOPGOOD | Bryant | Blacksmith | 1833: Bryant Hopgood, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1833 in Woolfardisworthy, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Bryant as 18yrs, living in Woolfardisworthy Village, with parents Richard & Rebecca (blacksmiths). Siblings: Susan 21yrs, Ann 15yrs, William 12yrs, Rebecca 9yrs. |
| | HOPGOOD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1799: Richard Hopgood, master blacksmith,employs 1 man. Born about 1799 in Woolfardisworthy, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 52yrs, living in Woolfardisworthy Village with wife Rebecca 50yrs (born Woolfardisworthy). Children: Susan 21yrs, Bryant 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith), Ann 15yrs, William 12yrs, Rebecca 9yrs. |
| | HOPKINS | John | Blacksmith | 1831: John Hopkins, blacksmith. Born about 1831, Heanton Punchardon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, unmarried living at Ashford, Devon. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William and Elizabeth plus siblings. |
| | HOPKINS | Philip | Blacksmith | 1840: Philip Hopkins, blacksmith. Born 1840 in Clovelly, Devon, England. Wife: Mary Ching (born 1839 Hartland). Parents: Samuel and Harriet (nee Heard) Hopkins. 1861: Living at Rosedown, Hartland. Contact Julie by |
| | HOPKINS | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1833: William Hopkins (Jnr), Blacksmith. Born about 1833, Ashford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 18yrs, unmarried living at Ashford, Devon. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William and Elizabeth plus siblings. |
| | HOPKINS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1800: William Hopkins (Snr),blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Woolfardis Worthy, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 40yrs, at the cottage, Ashford, Devon with wife Betsy (Elizabeth, born Heanton Punchardon, Devon). Children: John 10yrs; William 9yrs; Mary Ann 4yrs; James 2yrs. Servant Mary ?Conche 11yrs. John Lewis 70yrs (Ag. labourer). In 1851 William is 52yrs, at Ashford, Devon; Elizabeth 42yrs. Children: John 20,unmarried (blacksmith); William 18yrs(blacksmith); Mary.A. 14yrs; James 12yrs; Caroline 10yrs; Elizabeth 7yrs; Phillip 4yrs; Samuel 1yr infant. |
| | HORN | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Horn, blacksmith. Born about 1791, Crediton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 60yrs, at Keddicott Street, Crediton; with wife Ann 50yrs (born Crediton). Children: John 20yrs (carpenter); Henry 12yrs; (shoemaker apprentice); Emmanuel 10yrs; Mary 6yrs. |
| | HORN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1834: Thomas Horn, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Week St Mary, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, living at Crown Hill, Egg Buckland, St Mary, Devon. Thomas and his sister Mary Jane Horn 14yrs were lodging with his uncle John Dannan 30yrs. |
| | HORNE | John | Blacksmith | 1613: John Horne, blacksmith, lived in Parkham, Devon, England. Children John born 26th Mar 1613; Dorietta born 3rd Aug 1615; Arminell born 13th Dec 1616 and died 2nd Jan 1616; Marye born 6th Dec 1617. Possibly had more children. Contact Karen by |
| | HORRELL | George | Blacksmith | 1808: George Horrell, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1808 in South Brent, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 43yrs, living in Diptford, Totnes, Devon with wife Matilda 36yrs (born Diptford) and son George 2yrs. |
| | HORTON | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Horton, gunsmith, master blacksmith, whitesmith, employs 2 men. Born 1810-1811 in Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at West Street, Ashburton; with wife Ann 30yrs and daughter Mary Ann 1yr. In 1851 John is 40yrs, still at West Street; Ann 40yrs. Children: Mary Ann 11yrs; Elizabeth 7yrs; Jane 5yrs. 1861: John is 50yrs; Ann 52yrs. Daughter Elizabeth 17yrs and son Henry 9yrs. Living at West Street with Mary Horton,70yrs, widow and house owner. 1871: John 60yrs (whitesmith; Ann 63yrs; son Henry 19yrs (whitesmith), still living at West Street. This family is listed in Blacksmiths of Devon, Whitesmith and Gunsmiths Indexes. |
| | HORWELL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Horwell, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 17yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Richard Barter and family in Fore Street, Totnes, Devon. |
| | HOSGOOD | George | Blacksmith | 1827: George Hosgood, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 24yrs, living at 6 Galpin Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon with his widowed mother Sarah 55yrs. Plus his brothers Edwin 20yrs and Richard 14yrs (both shoemakers) and his sister Elizabeth 28yrs. |
| | HOSKIN | Arthur | Blacksmith | 1827: Arthur Hoskin, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Arthur as 24yrs, living in Chilsworthy, Holsworthy with wife Elizabeth Hoskin 23yrs and son Thomas 9yrs. Also listed is father-in-law George Taylor 57yrs, widower, Chelsea Pensioner. |
| | HOSKING | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1815: Samuel Hosking, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1815 in St Perran, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel a, Cornwall). Paupers. See 1851 census for 5 children listed. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | HOUSE | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John House, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Ottery St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 14yrs. John and his brother William House15yrs (a tailor) are lodging with their grandparents William House 72yrs (ag. Labourer) and Elizabeth House 73yrs in Sandhill Street, Ottery St Mary |
| | HOWARD | Philip | Blacksmith | 1788: Philip Howard, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1788 in Georgeham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 63yrs, living in Rumpet, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Hannah 61yrs (born Georgeham) and daughter Hannah 16yrs. |
| | HOWARD | Philip | Blacksmith | 1800: Philip Howard, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Lapford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 50yrs, living in Broomsmead farm, Crediton, Devon with wife Mary 50yrs (born Chawleigh, Devon). Children: Thomas 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Elizabeth 18yrs; Philip 13yrs; Jane 6yrs. |
| | HOWARD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Howard, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Lapford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, living at Broomsmead Farm, Crediton, Devon with his family. Parents: blacksmith Philip 50yrs and Mary 50yr. Siblings: Elizabeth 18yrs; Philip 13yrs; Jane 6yrs. |
| | HOWE | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1833: Frederick Howe, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 18yrs, living in a Tenement of the Back of Gloucester Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Mother: Elizabeth 57yrs . Siblings: Elizabeth 19yrs, Thomas 13yrs, Mary. A. 10yrs. In 1871 Frederick is 38yrs, wife Emma 32yrs, living in Devonport, Stoke Demeral, with children: Thomas 8yrs; Lilley 6yrs; Emma 4yrs; Mary 3yrs; Richard under 1yr infant. |
| | HOWE | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Howe, blacksmith, carrier. Born about 1827 in Kentisbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, married but no details given. Living in Crediton, Morchard Bishop, Devon. In 1881 John is 58yrs, now a carrier, pensioner . Wife Mary 53yrs (born Morchard Bishop). Sons: Frederick 27yrs (general labouer). Lodger: James Davey 63yrs widower (wood dealer). |
| | HOWE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Howe, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 17yrs, living in High Street, Bideham, Devon with mother Rebecca Howe 55yrs, widow, pauper. Siblings: William Howe 26yrs and Rebecca Howe 14yrs. |
| | HOYLE | James (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1817: James Hoyle (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1817 and Christened 07 April 1817 in Broadclist, Devon, England. Parents James and Mary Hoyle. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists James as 34yrs, unmarried, living at Hamlet of Dogs, Broad Clist St Thomas, Devon. Father: James 61yrs (born 1790 blacksmith); brother John 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith) and his sister Susan Murray 29yrs. Susan’s children: William Murray 6yrs; Mary Murray 2yrs and Edward Murray under 1yr infant. |
| | HOYLE | James (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1790: James Hoyle (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Bransclombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 61yrs, a widower, living at Hamlet of Dogs Broad Clist St Thomas, Devon. Children: James 34yrs unmarried (born 1817 blacksmith); daughter Susan Murray 29yrs. Grandchildren: William Murray 6yrs; Mary Murray 2yrs and Edward Murray under 1yr infant. |
| | HOYLE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Hoyle, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living in Hampton Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr with wife Margaret 30yrs (born Devon). Son John 2yrs (Christened 30 June 1839 in St Andrew Wesleyan Ebenezer Chapel Plmouth). See familysearch.org for details. Also listed is Susan Latemburg 45yrs and Henry Light 40yrs. |
| | HOYLE | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Hoyle, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Broadclist, Devon, England. Parents James and Mary Hoyle. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, Hamlet of Dogs, Broad Clist St Thomas, Devon. Father: James 61yrs (born 1790 blacksmith); brother James 34yrs unmarried (born 1817 blacksmith) and his sister Susan Murray 29yrs. Susan’s children: William Murray 6yrs; Mary Murray 2yrs and Edward Murray under 1yr infant. |
| | HUBBER | Jno. | Blacksmith | 1835: Jno. Hubber, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Jno as 16yrs, a servant blacksmith with master lacksmith John and Ann Stone in Westwood, Crediton, Devon. |
| | HUMPHRIES | Charles | Blacksmith | 1835: Charles Humphries, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Salerton, East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 16yrs, living in Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton with parents Robert Humphries 42yrs (born 1809 blacksmith) and Hannah 43yrs. Also brother Joseph 14yrs (born 1837 blacksmith). |
| | HUMPHRIES | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1837: Joseph Humphries, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Salerton, East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 14yrs, living in Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton with parents Robert Humphries 42yrs (born 1809 blacksmith) and Hannah 43yrs. Also brother Charles (born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | HUMPHRIES | Robert | Blacksmith | 1809: Robert Humphries, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Exmouthm, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 42yrs, living in Fore Street, Salterton, East Budleigh with wife Hannah 43yrs (born Teignmouth, Devon). They had 6 Children. See blacksmiths of Devon for sons Charles born 1835 and Joseph born 1837 |
| | HUNT | James | Blacksmith | 1829: James Hunt, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1829 in Ringash, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 22yrs, an assistant blacksmith to master blacksmith George and Sarah Gribble in Taddiport, Torrington, Devon. |
| | HUNT | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Hunt, blacksmith. Born 1825-1826 in Drewsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, lodging with Thomas Heale (A quarryman) and his wife Elizabeth Heale in Kiln Village, Kiln, Devon. |
| | HUNT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1804: Robert Hunt (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Bratton Fleming, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 35yrs living in Knowl, Devon with wife Ann 25yrs (born Braunton, Devon). Children: Robert (Jnr) 9yrs; Sarah 2yrs; William under 1yr infant. Also listed Thomas Lewis 15yrs and John Collins 30yrs. In 1851 Robert is 47yrs, living in Knowl, Devon with wife Ann 37yrs. Children: Sarah 12yrs, William 10yrs, Lucy 8yrs, Richard 6yrs, Charles 2yrs. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other son Robert (Jnr. born 1832) working as assistant blacksmith with farmers William & Rebecha Burgiss. |
| | HUNT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Hunt (Jnr), blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1832 in Braunton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 9yrs, living in Knowl, Devon with parents Robert Hunt 35rys (born 1804 blacksmith) and Ann Hunt 25yrs. Siblings: Sarah 2yrs; William under 1yr infant. In 1851 Robert (Jnr) is 19yrs, working as a blacksmiths assistant with farmers William & Rebecha Burgiss at East Down Mills, Barnstaple, Devon |
| | HUNT | William | Blacksmith | 1818: William Hunt, master blacksmith. Born 1818 South Molton, Devon, England and died before 1901. In 1841 he was blacksmith in Badger St Thurlbear, Somerset, England, still single. The 1851 census lists him as a master blacksmith in Fore St North Petherton with wife Hannah nee Franklin 1823-1909. Children: John 1844, Mary 1846, Sarah 1841, Frederick 1851, Emily 1855, Henry 1858, Julia 1860, Flora 1863 & Richard 1866. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Somerset. Contact Patricia by |
| | HURFORD | James | Blacksmith | 1828: James Hurford, blacksmith. Born about 18238 in Burlescombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 23yrs, lodging with Robert and Ann Page in Westleigh, Wellington ,Devon |
| | HUXHAM | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Huxham, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in West Alvington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, lodging with William and Elizabeth Stumbles in Buckley Street, Marlborough, Kingsbridge, Devon. |
| | HUXHAM | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1794: Samuel Huxham, blacksmith. Borna bout 1794 in South Huish Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 45yrs, living in Malborough Village, West Alvington, Devon with wife Ann 45yrs. Children: Jane 20yrs; Mary 15yrs; John 15yrs (born 1825 blacksmith); Sarah 15yrs; Martin 13yrs; Samuel 11yrs. Simon Huxham 3yrs and Harriot Huxham under 1yr infant. Elizabeth Sanders 8yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 57yrs, living in Malborough Village, Kingsbridge, Devon. Wife: Ann 56yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon). Children: Jane 29yrs, Elizabeth Ann 18yrs, Simon 14yrs. See Blacksmiths of Devon for son Robert (born 1825). |
| | HUXTABLE | James | Blacksmith | 1828: James Huxtable, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1818 in Brauton Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 23yrs, living in Barnstaple, Devon with blacksmiths John Hill (Jnr born 1836) and Mary Hill. |
| | HUXTABLE | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Huxtable, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Highbray, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 34yrs, living in Brayford, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 34yrs (born Highbray). Children: John 8yrs, Elizabeth 6yrs. Apprentice Blacksmith Edward Webber 17yrs. |
| | HUXTABLE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1814: Joseph Huxtable, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Berrynabor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 37yrs, living in Berrydown Cross, Barnstaple with wife Elizabeth 35yrs (born Berrynabor). Children: Mary 12yrs, Sarah 10yrs, Ann 8yrs, Elizabeth 5yrs, Hannah 2yrs, Agness 6yrs. |
| | HUXTABLE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1832: Richard Huxtable, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Berrynabor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 19yrs, living in South Street, Barnstaple, Devon. Apprenticed to Thomas & Prudence Huxtable (blacksmiths), relationship not listed. |
| | HUXTABLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Huxtable, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Berrynabor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 26yrs, living in South Street, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Prudence 36yrs (born Braunton, Devon). Daughters: Martha 4yrs, Sophia 3yrs, Prudence 11mths infant. Apprentice blacksmith Richard Huxtable 19yrs. Visitor: William Perryman 11yrs. |
| | HUXTABLE | William | Blacksmith | 1779: William Huxtable, blacksmith retired. Born about 1779 in South Molton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 72yrs, living in Church Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Jane 62yrs (born Harburton, Devon). |
| | HYATT | John | Blacksmith | 1781: John Hyatt, blacksmith retired, pauper. Borna bout 1791 in Cullimpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 70yrs, a widower, living at Bidgoods,Salterton, Woodbury, St Thomas, Devon. Pauper formally a blacksmith. Lodges with Thomas & Eliz. Tolman (blacksmiths). |
| | HYNE | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1808: Benjamin Hyne, blacksmith. Born in West Alvington 1808, where there are several Hynes listed as blacksmiths. The 1851 UK census lists Benjamin is 42yrs, living at Chapel Street, St John, Devonport with wife Amelia Jane nee Moore, 39yrs (born W.Allington). Children: Arthur Edward. 16yrs; Amelia Jane 15yrs; Frederick George 13yrs; Helen. D. 4yrs; Winifred Beatrice 1yr infant. Mother-in-Law Jane Moore, 62yrs, widow. Moved into Plymouth to work in the Dockyard by 1871 and lived there until his death in 1912. Married Amelia Jane Moore (also known as Handle)also born in West Alvington. Other children born after 1851 census were Alice Edith, Florence Gertrude, Kate Louise. Contact Jacky by |
| | HYNE | James.F. | Blacksmith | 1829: James. F. Hyne, blacksmith. Born about 1829, South Pool, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 22yrs, at Frogmore, Kingsbridge, Devon; with wife Susanna 21yrs (born Charleton, Devon). Children: Sophia 1yrs. Father: William Hyne 62yrs, a widower, retired blacksmith (born Charlton). |
| | HYNE | Philip | Blacksmith | 1786: Philip Hyne, blacksmith. Born about 1786,Slapton,Devon, England. In 1851 Philip is 65yrs, at Malborough, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Mary 66yrs (born West Alvington, Devon) and son Edward 24yrs. Visitor: William. H. Masters 7yrs. |
| | HYNE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1809: Richard Hyne, blacksmith. Born about 1809, West Alvington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 42yrs, at Malborough Village, Kingsbridge, Devon; with wife Mary 42yrs (born Malborough) and son Alfred Richard Hyne 5mths infant. Servant: Mary Jane Adams 14yrs. |
| | HYNE | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Hyne, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 inCharleton, Devon, England. . The 1841 UK census lists William as 40yrs (born 1801), at Frogmore, Charlton with wife Jane 35yrs (born Charlton). Children: William (Jnr) 20yrs; Louisa 15yrs; Mary 12yrs; Frederick 10yrs. Not sure if this is the same William Hyne listed here as widower living with blacksmith James. F. Hyne. |
| | IRELAND | Richard | Blacksmith | 1813: Richard Ireland, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Chulmley , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 38yrs, living in High Street, Inn, Honiton, Devon. Wife: Sarah 38yrs (born Yarcombe, Devon). Children: George 11y, Harriet 9y, Ann 4y, Elizabeth. A.15mth infant. |
| | IRISH | James | Blacksmith | 1815: James Irish, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Sidbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 36yrs, living in Barton, Sidbury Honiton with wife Mary Ann 34yrs (born Sidbury). |
| | IRISH | Thos. | Blacksmith | 1786: Thos. Irish, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list Thos as 65yrs, lodging in Chapel St.Totnes, Devon with the Chaff family. |
| | IRISH | William Harold | Blacksmith | 1878: William Harold Irish,master blacksmith. Born 1st January 1878 in Camden Town, London, England and died in Birmingham in (I think) 1951. By 1916 he was a widower, and on 26 September 1916, aged 38, married Louisa Lucy Force in Cullompton, Devon, where he was a blacksmith. By 1920 he was a master blacksmith, also in Cullompton, but in c. 1930 moved to Birmingham, where he established a grocer's store. On his marriage certificate, it is noted that his father, also named William, was also a Blacksmith. William was my grandfather. Listed in Blacksmiths of London and Devon. Contact David by |
| | IRWIN | Christopher | Blacksmith | 1835: Christopher Irwin, blacksmith. Borna bout 1835 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Christopher as 16yrs, living in Strand, Ilfracombe, Devon with parents William (a sawyer) & Agness Irwin and his sister Mary 16yrs. |
| | ISAAC | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John Isaac, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Swimbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 14yrs, living in the Village, Barnstaple, Devon with parents William & Eliz. See census 1851 for siblings. |
| | JACKMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1787: Thomas Jackman, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Petter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK Census lists him as 64yrs, at Black Down, Milton Abbot, Devon; his wife Ann 58yrs born St.Allery, Cornwall. Children: William 24yrs (copper miner); Josiah 20yrs (copper miner); Eliza 17yrs; James 15yrs (copper miner). See Blacksmiths of Devon for his other son Thomas Jackman (born about 1825). Contact George by |
| | JACKMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Jackman, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Petter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK Census lists him as 26yrs, living in Viteford (?Vitifer) Street, North Bovey, Devon(near the Vitifer Tin Mine) with wife Pamela 26yrs, born St. Hilary-DEV. Father-in-Law: Thomas Gilbert 69yrs and is blind (formally a miner). Brother-in-Law: Nicholas Gilbert, 22yrs, unmarried (miner). Niece: Ann Gilbert 8yrs(lodger). Niece: Eliza Gilbert 7yrs(lodger). Niece: Mary Gilbert 5yrs (lodger). Nephew: John Gilbert 2yrs(lodger). See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents Thomas (born about 1787) & Ann plus siblings. Contact George by |
| | JACKSON | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1796: Frederick Jackson, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Lympstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 55yrs, living in Blook Cottage, East Budleigh, St Thomas, devon with wife Edith 50yrs (born East Budleigh). They had 5 sons. See Blacksmiths of Devon for one son James (born 1825). |
| | JACKSON | Henry | Blacksmith | 1799: Henry Jackson, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Lympstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 52yrs, living at 36, Strand, St Thomas, Topsham St Thomas, Devon. Wife: Jane 61yrs (born Topsham). Servant: William Taylor 14yrs (blacksmith). |
| | JACKSON | Henry Sivell | Blacksmith | 1816: Henry Sivell Jackson, master blacksmith, whitesmith & machinist. Born January 26th, 1816, Lympstone, Devon, England. The 1861 census lists him as 45 years, Higher Lympstone; wife Grace (formerly Hackaday), 44 years, born 26th January 1817 at Lew Trenchard, Devon. Children (11 in all): 5 sons, 6 daughters between 1842 and 1863 including John, 14yrs(blacksmith) & Henry Sivell Jackson Jnr born April 19th, 1851. Apprentice: nephew, John Bickle, aged . Henry’s [parents were John Denning Jackson & Elizabeth Sivell Jackson who by second marriage was named Beckstone. Henry S Jackson died March 13th 1875, aged 59 yrs. Grace Jackson died November 12th 1899 aged 82 yrs. Henry is listed in both Blacksmiths of Devon & Whitesmiths Indexes. Son John listed in Blacksmiths of Devon. Contact Judy by |
| | JACKSON | James | Blacksmith | 1825: James Jackson, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in East Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 26yrs, living in Blook Cottage, East Budleigh, St Thomas, Devon with parents Frederick 55yrs (born 1796 blacksmith) and Edith 50yrs. He had several siblings |
| | JACKSON | John | Blacksmith | 1846: John Jackson, blacksmith. Born:September 24th 1846 in Lympstone, Devon, England. 1861 census shows John aged 14yrs a blacksmith, living at Higher Lympstone with parents Henry Sivell Jackson & Grace. |
| | JAGO | Henry | Blacksmith | 1802: Henry Jago, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Stowford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 49yrs, living in Tinney, Tavistock, Devon with wife Jane 4yrs (born Devon). |
| | JAMES | George | Blacksmith | 1815: George James, blacksmith. Born about 1815, Lambeth, Surrey, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 36yrs, living at Cremill Point, East Stonehouse, Devon with wife Louisa 31yrs (born Plymouth). Children: Louisa 10yrs; Sarah 8yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs; George 1y infant. Contact William by |
| | JAMES | George | Blacksmith | 1832: George James, blacksmith. Baptised 1832 at St. Ishmaels,PEM. Widower. Married second wife Margaret James at Narbeth, Wales, on 31 Aug 1872 (RO). Wales. Both had same surname but not related. No other information available |
| | JAMES | John | Blacksmith - Journeyman | 1795: John James (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1795 (not sure) Plymouth, Devon, England. Married Mary (maiden name unknown) and in 1813 they lived in Higher Street Plymouth (Parish of Charles Church). John (Snr) is listed as a blacksmith on his son’s (John Jnr) baptism record dated 19th September 1813, at Charles Church Plymouth, and again on John (Jnr) marriage to Marry Cole in Brixham 28 December 1845 at All Saints Church. This is where I lose track of my blacksmith John (Snr). Any help appreciated. Contact Ruth by |
| | JAMES | Josiah | Blacksmith | 1829: Josiah James , blacksmith. Born abour 1829, St Just Cornwall, England. Josiah married Betsy Ann Hocking December quarter 1848 at Stoke Damerel, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists Josiah as 22yrs, living at Walkham Cottage No 2, Buckland Monachorum, Devon with wife Betsy Ann 23yrs (born Brays Shop, Cornwall) and daughters Livinia 1yr and Augusta 1yr. Can’t find them after this – may have immigrated. |
| | JAMES | Martin William | Blacksmith(Master) | 1817: Martin William James, master blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Shebbear, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 34yrs, living at Ashburton Arms,Torrington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Little Torington). Children: William 6yrs; George 4yrs; Mary.J. 2yrs. Apprentice blacksmith John Betty 17yrs. Lodger Mary Vanstone 68yrs, widow. In 1861 martin is 45yrs, living in Mill Street, Torrington. Elizabeth is 39yrs. Children: William 16yrs; George 14yrs; John 9yrs; Joseph Welch James 7yrs; Edwin 5yrs; Thomas 5yrsRichard 3yrs and Mary Susanna 1yr infant. |
| | JAMES | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1820: Samuel James, blacksmith. Born about 1820, Shobrooke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 30yrs, lodging at James Cottages, Crediton, Devon. with James & Ann HILL. |
| | JAMES | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1826: Thomas James, blacksmith. Thomas as a widower married Martha Page(from Walton) on 25 May 1826. No other details available. Contact James by |
| | JAMES | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William James, blacksmith. Born about 1829, Northhampton, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, a lodger at Back Lane, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | JAMES | William | Blacksmith | 1873: William James, blacksmith. Born 1873. Died 18 May 1933 at Teignmouth, Devon, England. Married at Maindee Parish Church Newport on 26 Dec 1898 to Alice Linda Maud Day (born 18 Apr 1875). See interesting stories LINK on home page. Contact David James by |
| | JARMOND | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1822: Abraham Jarmond, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Abraham as 29yrs, living Above Town, Totnes, Devon. Lodging with Mary Wills and family. |
| | JEFFERY | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Jeffrey, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Milton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 16yrs, living in the Village, Tavistock, Devon with grandparents Walter (a labourer)& Jane Warren. |
| | JEFFRY | John Snell | Blacksmith | 1830: John Snell Jeffrey, blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Sr. Ive. Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, living in Ottery, Tavistock, Devon. Apprentice to Isaac & Jane Rosekilly (blacksmiths). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | JEMERSON | Henry | Blacksmith | 1829: Henry Jemerson, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Torpoint, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 22yrs, living in 9 Mutton Cove, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Parents: William & Mary. A. Jemerson, pensioners. |
| | JEMHEMISON | James | Blacksmith | 1790: James Jemhemison, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 61yrs, living in 57 George Street, East Stonehouse, Devon. Wife: Jane 52yrs (born East Stonehouse). Children: Mary. J. 15yrs, Joseph R. 12yrs. |
| | JENKINS | Edmond | Blacksmith | 1796: Edmond Jenkins, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edmond as 55yrs, living in Higher Passage Lane, St Thomas, Topsham. Wife: Mary Ann 54yrs (born Topsham). Children: Faith 16yrs, Joseph 15yrs (born 18136 blacksmith), Jessey 10yrs. |
| | JENKINS | John | Blacksmith | 1824: John Jenkins, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living at 19 Temperence Street, Newton Abbot, Devon. Wife: Nora 26yrs (born Torpoint, Cornwall). Children: John 5yrs, Richard 3yrs, Nora 5months infant. |
| | JENKINS | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1836: Joseph Jenkins, blacksmith. . Born about 1836 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 15yrs, Higher Passage Lane, St Thomas,Topsham. Parents: Edmond & Mary Ann. Sisters: Faith & Jessey. |
| | JENKINS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1819: Thomas Jenkins, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1819 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 32yrs, living in High Street, Bideford with parents William & Ann Jenkins (blacksmiths) and his sister Mary Ann 17yrs |
| | JENKINS | William | Blacksmith | 1793: William Jenkins, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1793 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 58yrs, living in High Street, Bideford with wife Ann 64yrs (born Bideford). Children: Thomas 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith and Mary Ann 17yrs. |
| | JEWELL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1823: Samuel Jewell, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Dawlish, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 28yrs, living in 3 Brook St, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Emily 26yrs (born Dawlish). |
| | JEWELL | Samuel (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1796: Samuel Jewell (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Mamhead, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 55yrs, a widower, living in Old Town St, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with daughter Selina 21yrs. |
| | JEWELL | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Jewell, blacksmith. Borna bout 1824 in Broadwoodwidger, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, unmarried visiting the Dawe family in Coombow Bridge, Okhampton, Devon. |
| | JOB | Henry (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1817: Henry Job (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Ideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 34yrs, living in Royal Oak, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Sarah 30yrs (born Kingston, Devon) and his father Henry Job 63yrs. |
| | JOB | Henry (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1788: Henry Job (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Kenn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 63yrs, living in Royal Oak, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with his son Henry Job 34yrs (born 1817 blacksmith) and daughter-in-law Sarah Job. |
| | JOB | William | Blacksmith | 1822: William Job, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Ideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 29yrs, living at 12 Braddons Place, Newton Abbot,Tormoham, Devon with wife Mary 27yrs (born Tiverton, Devon). |
| | JOHNS | David | Blacksmith | 1795: David Johns, blacksmith. Born about 1795, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists David as 45yrs, at Ford Hamlet, Alwington, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 50yrs. Children: James 15yrs; William 13yrs. Servant Collacott 19yrs. In 1851 David is 56yrs, at Cooper Street,---, Devon. Born: Bideford-DEV. Wife: Elizabeth 60yrs born Bideford-DEV. Son: James (Jas) Johns 26yrs (blacksmith with father). |
| | JOHNS | James | Blacksmith | 1809: James John, blacksmith. Born about 1809, St Just, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 42yrs, at Stabbs Court, Newton Abbott, Wolborough,Devon; with his sister Grace John 39yrs( born St.Just-Cornwall). |
| | JOHNS | James(Jas) | Blacksmith | 1825: James (Jas )Johns, blacksmith. Born about 1826, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists 15 yrs, living at Ford Hamlet, Alwington, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents David and Elizabeth Johns plus brother William Johns. In 1851 Jas is 26yrs, at Cooper Street, ?Bideford. The 1851 UK census lists James as 42yrs, at Stabbs Court, Newton Abbott, Wolborough,Devon; with his sister Grace John 39yrs( born St.Just-Cornwall). |
| | JOHNS | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Johns, blacksmith. Born about 1800, Woolfardisworthy, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 40yrs, at Hartland Devon; with wife Mary 40yrs(born Buckland Brewer,Devon). Children: Also listed is Mary Hoskin 15yrs; William Hoskin 15yrs and Louisa Hoskin 12yrs. Henry White 30urs, minister. In 1851 John is 50yrs, at Hartland Village,Hartland; Mary 50yrs. Blacksmith: Thomas Bayment 18yrs. Servant: Margaret Shadick 17yrs. |
| | JOHNS | Stephen | Blacksmith | 1797: Stephen Johns, blacksmith. Born about 1797, Grampound, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Stephen as 12 54yrs, at 4 Moon Lane, Plymouth Census Place: Charles Martyr Plymouth, Devonshire; with wife Elizabeth 33yrs(Born Redruth, Cornwall) and daughter Elizabeth Morris yrs. |
| | JOHNS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1812: Thomas Johns, blacksmith. Born about 1812, Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 25yrs, at North Street, Ashburton with wife Ann 25yrs (born Ashburton). Children: Thomas 4yrs; Mary Ann 9 mths infant. In 1851 Thomas is listed as 39yrs, a widower, at the Village,Newton Abbott, Hennock, Devonshire; with daughters Mary Ann 10yrs,Anna 7yrs. Mother Elizabeth Johns 73yrs. |
| | JOHNS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1792: Thomas Johns , blacksmith.Born about 1792 in Oakhampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 59yrs, living in Holdridge, Miltom Abbot, Devon. with wife Elizabeth 62yrs (born Oakhampton). Sons: John. M. Johns 25yrs (copper miner) & William Johns 20yrs (copper miner). |
| | JOHNS | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Johns, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Alwington, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, visiting William & Eliz. Bale (cordwinders) at Fairy Cross, Alwington. |
| | JONES | George | Blacksmith | 1821: George Jones, blacksmith. Born about 1821 in Devon. he 1841 UK census lists him as 20yrs, living at Pancrassweek with wife Ann 20yrs (born Devon) ; son John Jones 5months infant. Also listed: Robert Loft 15yrs,ag.labourer. Contact Webmaster if you wish to share information. |
| | JONES | John | Blacksmith | 1793: John Jones, blacksmith retired, pauper. Borna bout 1793 in Martinhoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 58yrs, living in Parracombe Mill, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 57yrs (born Trentishoe, Devon). Paupers. |
| | JONES | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1832: William Jones (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Jnr) as 19yrs, living in Pilton Quay, Barnstaple, devon with parents William 59yrs (born 1792 blacksmith) and Jane Jones 55ys. |
| | JONES | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1792: William Jones (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Snr) as 59yrs, living in Pilton Quay, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Jane 55yrs (born Brushford, Devon). Children: Susanna 23yrs, William 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith), Ann 17yrs. Visitor: Mary Luxton 7yrs. |
| | JORDEN | John | Blacksmith | 1805: John Jorden, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1805 in Spreyton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 46yrs, living at 11 Arch Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Agnes 42yrs (born Thronley, Devon). See census 1851 for 5 children listed. |
| | JOSLAND | Richard | Blacksmith | 1813: Richard Josland, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1813 in Chulmley (Chawley), Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 38yrs, living in High Street, Honiton, Devon with wife Sarah 38yrs (born Yarcombe, Devon and died 1871). Children: George 11yrs; Harriett 9yrs; Ann 4yrs; Elizabeth 1yr infant. Apprentice/boarder James Gill 14yrs (born 1837). In 1861 Richard is 48yrs, Sarah 48yrs, living at same address. Children: Sarah 16yrs; Elizabeth 12yrs. |
| | KEAGLE | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Keagle, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Buckland Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, living in Netherton Village with parents Richard 55yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Ann 55yrs. |
| | KEAGLE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Keagle, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1791 in Buckland Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 60yrs, living in Netherton Village, Buckland Monachorum with wife Ann 55yrs (born Buckland Monachorum). Children: Betsey 28yrs, Charlotte 22yrs, John 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith), George 11yrs. Grand-daughter: Eliz.Charlotte Keagle 1yr. |
| | KEAN | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Kean, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 24yrs, living in James Street, ?where. Information unclear, incomplete. |
| | KELLAND | Henry | Blacksmith | 1818: Henry Kelland, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Hemyock, Devon, England. The 1451 UK census lists Henry as 23yrs, living in Culmstock, Devon with wife Sarah 22yrs (born Gloucestershire) and daughter Ann under 1yr infant. Also listed is Ann Kelland 20yrs. In 1851 Henry is 33yrs, Sarah is 32yrs, living in the Town, Wellington, Devon with wife Sarah 32yrs. Children: Ann 10yrs, William 7yrs, John 5yrs, Thomas 3yrs. |
| | KELLY | James | Blacksmith | 1816: James Kelly, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Morchard , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 35yrs, living in Dickley, Colebrooke Crediton, Devonshire. Wife: Mary 40yrs (orn Crediton). Servant: William Howard 13yrs. |
| | KELLY | Simon | Blacksmith | 1829: Simon Kelly, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Thornton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Simon as 22yrs, living in Baddich, St Thomas, Whitestone, Devon with blacksmith John 74yrs & Grace Hawkins. |
| | KENNARD | Frederick | Blacksmith | 1858: Fredrick Kennard, blacksmith. Born about 1858 in Loddiswell, Devon,England. The 1881 census lists him as 23yrs, a blacksmith in Marlborough Village, West Alvington, Devon. Parents were John and Eliza Kennard . |
| | KENNARD | James | Blacksmith | 1840: James Kennard, blacksmith. Born 1840-1841 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1881 census lists him as 40yrs, a blacksmith in Loddiswell Village. Parents John Kennard and Mary Ann Light . |
| | KENNARD | John | Blacksmith | 1799: John Kennard, blacksmith. Born about 1799 and died 1879 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. Parents were William Kennard and Elizabeth Blake. See census 1841, 1851 & 1871. The 1851 census shows John as 52yrs, a blacksmith in Loddiswell Village. Wife: Mary Ann Light age 50yrs. Children: 4 Sons listed and 3 Daughters. Contact Julia by . |
| | KENNARD | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Kennard, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Born in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1861 census has him 29yrs, a blacksmith in Loddiswell. Wife: Eliza 27yrs. Children: 1 Son and 2 Daughters listed. Parents were John Kennard and Mary Ann Light. Contact Julia by. |
| | KENNARD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1804: Richard Kennard, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 47yrs, lodging with William and Sarah Lidstone in the Village, Kingsbridge, Devon. Contact Julia by. |
| | KENNARD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1843: Robert Kennard, blacksmith. Born about 1843 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1861 census lists him as a blacksmith in Loddiswell Village. Parents John Kennard and Mary Ann Light. Contact Julia by. |
| | KENSHOLE | William | Blacksmith | 1796: William Kenshole, blacksmith. Born about 1796, Sandford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK Census lists him as 45yrs; wife Susan 50yrs; living at Spicers, Sandford. Also present: Sarah Bidgood 55yrs (relationship not listed). 1851 census: still living at Spicers, Sandford; William 58yrs; wife Susan 60yrs. Visitor: James Hookway 14yrs (ag.labourer). William was listed as an "Absconding Apprentice" - see Interesting Stories Link on my Home Page. Contact Cath by |
| | KENWOOD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1833: Richard Kenwood, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Whimple St Thomas, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 8yrs, living in the village at Whimple with his parents William 45yrs (born 1792 blacksmith) and Mary 45yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 15yrs; William 14yrs; Robert 11yrs; Thomas 5yrs. Also listed is Thomas Leat 20yrs. In 1851 Richard is 18yrs, still in Whimple with his parents. In 1871 Richard is 38yrs, wife Sarah 39yrs, living in Whimple. Children: Mary. E. 14yrs; Lucy. A. 10yrs; Edith. A. 8yrs. Lodger John Mellish 26yrs (a thatcher). |
| | KENWOOD | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1827: William Kenwood (Jnr), blacksmith master. Born about 1827 in Whimple, St Thomas, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living in the village at Whimple with his parents William 45yrs (born 1792 blacksmith) and Mary 45yrs. Siblings: Richard 8yrs(born 1833 blacksmith); Elizabeth 15yrs; Robert 11yrs; Thomas 5yrs. Also listed is Thomas Leat 20yrs. In 1851 William (Jnr) is 24yrs, wife Charlotte 21yrs (born Musbury, Devon) and daughter Emily 11months infant.Still in Whimple. |
| | KENWOOD | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1792: William Kenwood (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Whimple St Thomas, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in the village at Whimple with wife Mary 45yrs (born Luppit, Devon). Children: Richard 8yrs; Elizabeth 15yrs; William 14yrs (born 1827 blacksmith); Robert 11yrs; Thomas 5yrs. Also listed is Thomas Leat 20yrs. In 1851 William is 59yrs, Mary is 58yrs still in Whimple. Children listed: Robert 21yrs; Richard 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith); William’s brother Richard Kenwood 71yrs pauper. Margaret Salter 6ys. In 1871 William is 69yrs, a widower, in Whimple living with son Richard 28yrs and his wife Sarah 29yrs. Grandchildren: Mary Elizabeth 4yrs; Alice Jane 2yrs; Lucy Ann under 1yr infant. |
| | KIEVILL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Kievill, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Landcross, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 21yrs, living in Landcross Village, with parents George & Sally Kievill (farm labourers). Siblings: John 19yr (shoemaker), Mary 9yrs, Ann 6mths infant. Lodger: Jeremiah Darch 18yrs (shoemaker). |
| | KING | James | Blacksmith | 1781: James King, blacksmith. Born about 1781 in Kingston, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 70yrs, living in Kingston with wife Mary 66yrs (born Kingston). Sons: William 47yrs (born 1804 blacksmith); George 29yrs. Granddaugter: Mary King 6yrs. Nephew: George Thomas 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | KING | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John King, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Samuel Hill 51yrs (born 1800 ) and Fanny Hill 46yrs. living in Cowick Street, St Thomas, Apostle, St Thomas, Devon. |
| | KING | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1798: Samuel King, blacksmith master and broker, employs 3 men. Born about 1798 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 53yrs, living in Green Lane, Barnstaple with wife Elizabeth 49yrs (born Barnstaple) and daughters: Agnes 18yrs, Sarah 14yrs, Jessie 11yrs, Mary 8yrs, Fanny 5yrs. Servant: Mary Tossell 19yrs. |
| | KING | William | Blacksmith | 1804: William King, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Kingston, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 47yrs, living in Kingston with his parents James (born 1781 blacksmith) and Mary King. |
| | KINGDON | Henry | Blacksmith | 1788: Henry Kingdon, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 63yrs, living at 5 Sutton Rd. Lockyer Place, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Mary 62yrs (born Plymouth). See Shipwrights Index for sons John. E. KIngdon and Edward Kingdon. |
| | KINGDON | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Kingdon, blacksmith, farmer 86 acres. Born 1810-1811 in Stoke Rivers, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living in Salem Street, Plymouth parish of Charles the Martyr with wife Mary 30yrs (born West Buckland, Devon). In 1861 John is 50yrs, Mary 39yrs, living in Tudeley village, South Molton, West Buckland. Children: Ellen 17yrs; William 17yrs. |
| | KINGWELL | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1825: Joseph Kingwell, blacksmith. Borna bout 1825 in Ilsington , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 26yrs, living in Fore Street, Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey,Devon. Wife: Mary 24yrs (born Newton St Cyres, Devon). Daughters: Mary Ann 2yrs, Kezia 4yrs. Servant: Mary Ann Lamb 12yrs. |
| | KITTS | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Kitts, blacksmith. Born about 18132 in Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, living in Sun Court, Newton Abbot with parents William & Fanny Kitts (ag.Labourers). |
| | KNAPMAN | George | Blacksmith | 1820: George Knapman, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 20yrs living in South TAwton with parents blacksmith William (born 1790) and Mary Knapman. Siblings: Ann 15yrs; John 14yrs; William 10yrs; James 8yrs; Grace 4yrs; Jordan 4yrs; Richard 1yr infant. In 1851 George is 31yrs, living in Ford Street, Tavistock, Devon. Wife: Ann 30yrs (born Tawton). Children: George 5yrs, Elizabeth. A. 4yrs, William 2yrs. |
| | KNAPMAN | James | Blacksmith | 1833: James Knapman, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in South Tawton, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 18yrs, living in Fore Street, South Tawton with parents William(born 1790) and Mary Knapman (blacksmiths). Brothers John born 1828 and William born 1830 are also blacksmiths. |
| | KNAPMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Knapman, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in South Tawton, Devon, England. Parents: blacksmith William (born 1790) and Mary Knapman. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, living in the Village of Jump, Plympton St Mary, Devon, employed as an assistant blacksmith with Joseph and Mary Hamlyn (blacksmiths). His brothers James born 18133 and William born 1830 are also blacksmiths. |
| | KNAPMAN | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: William Knapman (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Jnr) as 20yrs, living in Fore Street, South Tawton with parents William (born 1790) and Mary Knapman (blacksmiths). His brothers John born 1828 and James born 1830 are also blacksmiths. |
| | KNAPMAN | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1790: William Knapman (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1790 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William (Snr) as 50yrs, wife Mary 45yrs (born South Tawton), living in South Tawton. Children: George 20yrs (born 1820 blacksmith); Ann 15yrs; John 14yrs; William 10yrs; James 8yrs; Grace 4yrs; Jordan 4yrs; Richard 1yr infant. In 1851 William (Snr) is 61yrs, Mary 60yrs, living in Fore Street South Tawton. Children: William 20yrs (apprentice blacksmith), James 18yrs (apprentice blacksmith), Grace 14yrs, Richard 9yrs. |
| | KNIGHT | James | Blacksmith | 1808: James Knight, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Plumptree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 43yr, living in Manchester St, Exmouth, St Thomas, Devon with wife Eliza 42yrs (born Beer, devon) and their 6 children. |
| | KNIGHT | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Knight, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1834 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, apprentice to and lodging with blacksmith Robert and Susan Prout in the village, Petertavy, Tavistock, Devon. |
| | KNIGHT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1787: Thomas Knight, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 64yrs, a widower, living at 4 James St Ope, Stoke Damerel, Devon with daughter Emma 28yrs, housekeeper. In 1871 Thomas is 74yrs, still at 4 James St Ope East. Superannuated Dock Yard. |
| | KNIGHT | William | Blacksmith | 1812: William Knight, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 39yrs, living in Mount Tamer, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Mary 41yrs (born Meavey, Devon). Children: Joseph. H. 12yrs; Elizabeth 11yrs; William 9yrs; John 6yrs. Mother-in-Law: Elizabeth Northmore 74yrs widow. Contact Elizabeth by |
| | KNOWLES | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1837: Samuel Knowles, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Budleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 14yrs, lodging with John & Eliz.Tucker(Coachman), in Fore Street, Seaton, Axminster. |
| | LABBET | George | Blacksmith | 1820: George Labbet, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Braunton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 19yrs, lodging in Church Street, Braunton with Francis and Elizabeth Heddon anad family. In 1851 George is 30yrs, living in Braunton, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Jane 28yrs (born Tawstock, Devon). Children: Margaret 4yrs, George 2yrs. Brother: William Labbet 27yr (born 1824 blacksmith). Nephew: Charles Sparrow 2yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: Richard Elliott 17yrs. |
| | LABBET | George | Blacksmith | 1830: George Labbet, blacksmith, carpenter, employs 1 man and 1 boy. Born 1830-1831 in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 10yrs, living in Saltern’s Cottage, Monkleigh, Devon with William 35yrs (ag. Labourer) and Ann 35yrs Redcliff and family. In 1851 George as 20yrs, blacksmith apprentice, living at 11 Castle Street, Ilfracombe, Devon with parents Henry & Eliz Labbet (labourers). Siblings: George 30yrs (born 1820 blacksmith), Ellen 17yrs, Elizabeth 15yrs. Grandmother Mary Hawkins 85yrs, widow, pauper. In 1861 George is 29yrs, a carpenter; wife Fanny 35yrs and son Philip Henry 4yrs. |
| | LABBET | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Labbet, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1824 in Braunton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 15yrs, lodging at The Rectory, Parkham, Devon with several others. In 1851 William is 27yrs, living in Braunton, Barnstaple, Devon with his brother George (born 1820 blacksmith) and Jane Labbet. Also listed is George’s children Margaret 4yrs, George 2yrs. A cousin Charles Sparrow 2yrs. Also an apprentice blacksmith Richard Elliott 17yrs. |
| | LAKE | Charles | Blacksmith | 1820: Charles Lake, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1820 - 1821 in Holbeton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 20yrs, living in Holbeton with wife Louisa 20yrs (born Holbeton) and son John under 1yr infant. Other listed: Jane Hutchings 65yrs; Mary Clark 30yrs; Mary Clark 13yrs. In 1851 Charles is 31yrs, living in Holbeton Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Louisa 32yrs. Children listed: John 10yrs; Jane 8yrs; Louisa 6yrs; Mary 4yrs; William 2yrs; Susan under 1yr infant. |
| | LAKE | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Lake, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1832 in Chitelhampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, living with and employed by master blacksmith John & Elizabeth Clark in the Village, Barnstaple,Bishops Tawton |
| | LAKE | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1825: John Lake (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1825-1826 in Tedburn St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Jnr) as 25yrs, living in South Venemiles, St Thomas,Tedburn St Mary with parents John Lake 52yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Charlotte Lake 52yrs. |
| | LAKE | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1795: John Lake (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Tedburn St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Snr) as 56yrs, living in South Venemiles, St Thomas, Tedburn St Mary with wife Charlotte 52yrs (born Lidford). Son John Lake (Jnr. born 1825 blacksmith). |
| | LAKE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1837: Richard Lake, blacksmith master. Born about 1837 in Holbeton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 34yrs, unmarried, living in Holbeton Plympton St Mary, Devon. Listed is: mother Lydia Lake 55yrs (blacksmiths widow). Siblings: William 28yrs, unmarried (a mason); Thomas 25yrs, unmarried (a mason); John 21yrs, unmarried (ag. Labourer); Jane. A. 14yrs. In 1861 Richard is 44yrs, unmarried, living in Holbeton village with his mother Lydia 65yrs. |
| | LAKE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1775: Thomas Lake, blacksmith retired pauper. Baptised 15 May 1775 at Rockbeare, Devon, England. Parents: John Lake and Elizabeth. 1841 census: he was la blacksmith iving in Broadclyst, Devon, and. By 1851, Thomas 75yrs and his wife Sarah 68yrs (Halberton, Devon) are paupers living at Bouchers Cottage. Thomas died 3 March 1852 at Broadclyst. Sources: IGI; Census returns 1841 and 1851; Death certificate. See also in Blacksmiths of Devon Index. Contact Jeannette by. |
| | LAKE | William | Blacksmith | 1794: William Lake, blacksmith master. Born about 1794 in Holbeton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 57yrs, Holbeton Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Elizabeth 78yrs (born Truro, Cornwall). Can’t see them on 1841 or 1861. |
| | LAKEMAN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1829: Henry Lakeman, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1829 in Bridgerule, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 12yrs, living in Bridgerule West with parents William 50yrs and Grace 50yrs. Also listed is William Batten 45yrs. In 1851 Henry is 22yrs, living in Bridgerule West, Devon, Holsworthy wmaster wheelwright Samuel & Mary Cornish and their family. In 1861 Henry is 32yrs, living in Pancrasweek, Holsworthy with wife Mary 21yrs (born Holsworthy). Children: Mary Grace 7yrs; William Henry 5yrs; Fanny 3yrs. |
| | LAKEMAN | Robert | Blacksmith | 1800: Robert Lakeman, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 50yrs, living in 26 Lower Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. Wife: Ann 50yrs (born Devon). |
| | LALLY | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Lally, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, living at 14 New Street, Plymouth, St Andrew, Devon with his parents William 63yrs (labourer, born Ireland) and Rosina 56yrs(born Ireland). Brothers: James 25yrs, unmarried (labourer born Ireland) and Thomas 15yrs (scholar born Ireland). In 1861 John is 27yrs and now a labourer coal miner visiting Patrick Monaghan 36yrs (labourer coal miner) in Wheeldon Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Ireland. |
| | LAMBERT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Lambert, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 19yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham, Devon. Apprenticed to William Adams Haradon. |
| | LAMBLE | Edward | Blacksmith | 1833: Edward Lamble, blacksmith. Born 1833 in Teigngrace, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 18yrs, living Torquay, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his father blacksmith William Lamble (born 1793), mother Mary and siblings Elizabeth 20yrs; Philip 16yrs; Harriet 12yrs. Edward married Mary Ann Jane nee Pigeon in December quarter 1857, Newton Abbott. In1861 I cannt see Edward on the census but Mary A.J. and 2 daughters are visiting her mother Mary Pidgeon and siblings, torquay. 1871: Edward is 38yrs, living in Devonport, Devon; Mary A.J is 37yrs (born Torquay, an upholsterer) and daughters Harriet 11yrs and Mary 1yr infant. |
| | LAMBLE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1829: Henry Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1829, Teigngrace, Devon, Englanad. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 22yrs, lodging at Vicarage House, Totnes, Devon with William & Sarah Drew & family. |
| | LAMBLE | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Lamble, master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1791, Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 60yrs, at Cotterbury Green, Blackhawton; with wife Mary Ann 48yrs; Others listed: niece Ellen Lander 17yrs; servant Susan Snelling 16yrs; nurse Grace Heath 65yrs; nurse Grace Blake 48yrs; blacksmith Stephen Lip 64yrs and ?son (or ?grandson) blacksmith William West 16yrs. Father-in-:aw Richard Lander 87yrs,retired carpenter. |
| | LAMBLE | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1820-21, Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists 20yrs, with blacksmith Samuel lamble(65yrs), at St.Lawrence Lane, Ashburton, Devon. In 1851 John is listed as 31yrs, a widower, lodging at Kingsbridge, Devon. |
| | LAMBLE | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1830-31,Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, lodging with his uncle Richard & Mary Ann Joll at Bridge Street, Newton Abbot, Devon. |
| | LAMBLE | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: John Lamble (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1830-311, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John(Jnr) as 19yrs, at Wolborough, Newton Abbot with parents John & Susan (blacksmiths). |
| | LAMBLE | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1804: John Lamble (Snr), master blacksmith, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1804, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Snr) as 47yrs, at Wolborough, Newton Abbot; with wife Susan 41yrs (born Newton Abbot). See Blacksmiths of Devon for son John (Jnr). |
| | LAMBLE | John Henry Taylor | Blacksmith | 1824: John Henry Taylor Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Teigngrace, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, unmarried, lodging in Bamawell Street, Tavistock, Devon. In 1861 John is 37yrs living in Rack Street, Exeter, Devon with wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Collumpton, Devon). Step-childen: Elizabeth Floweraker 16yrs and Amy Floweraker 14yrs. |
| | LAMBLE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1776: Samuel Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1776, Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 65yrs, at St.Lawrence Lane, Ashburton with son John 20yrs (blacksmith). 1834: William Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, at Fore Street, Kingsbridge; with uncle Philip & aunt Eliz.Lamble. |
| | LAMBLE | William | Blacksmith | 1793: William Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1793, Wolborough,Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 59yrs living in Torquay with wife Mary 32yrs (born Bovey Tracey,Devon). Children: Elizabeth 20yrs; Edward 18yrs (blacksmith); Philip 16yrs; Harriet 12yrs. 1861: William is 67yrs, married, living in Higher Union Lane, Torquay with daughter Harriet 22yrs, unmarried, upholsterer. His wife Mary can be found visiting in-laws Edward Lamble 30yrs (cabinet maker) and Priscilla 28yrs and family. |
| | LAMBLE | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Lamble, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Blackhawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, at Fore Street, Kingsbridge; with uncle Philip & aunt Eliz.Lamble. |
| | LAMICRAFT | James | Blacksmith | 1822: James Lamicraft, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 29yrs, living in Plympton St Mary with wife Susan 27yrs (born Plympton St Mary) and daughter Mary Ann 1months infant. |
| | LAMICRAFT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1786: Richard Lamacraft, blacksmith master, employing I man and 1 boy. Born about 1786 in Pennycross, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 65yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Peggy nee Doddridge 60yrs (born Pennycross) and daughter Harriet 16yrs. In 1861 Richard is 75yrs, Peggy 70yrs. Daughter Harriet Martin 25yrs and grandson James Martin under 1yr infant. Still in St Mary. By now he employs I man and 1 boy. Richard died 1861 Dec quarter. See familysearch.org for details. |
| | LAMPHERER | Frederick H. | Blacksmith | 1827: Frederick Henry Lampherer, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Handsworth, Staffordshire, England. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 24yrs, lodging in Silver St. Lyme Regis, Devon/Dorset border. Frederick married in 1858 in West Bromich. See familysearch.org. |
| | LANDER | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Lander, blacksmith. Born about 1820, Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 20yrs, at Fords Lane Cottages, Stoke Damerel with other family members. See Shipwrights index for his father John Lander 45yrs; mother Jane 50yrs plus siblings. The 1851 UK census lists John as 31yrs, at 18 Boscawen Place, Devonport with wife Mary 30yrs (born Stoke Damerel). John worked at the dock yard. |
| | LANE | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Lane, master blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Uffculme-DEV. The 1851 UK census lists him as 33yrs, at Town,Wellington, Devon; with wife Emily 33yrs (born Culmstock-DEV); plus daughter Amelia 1yr infant. Servant blacksmith: Thomas Lane 14yrs. |
| | LANE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Lane, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Uffculme-DEV. The 1851 UK census lists him as 4yrs, at Town,Wellington,Devon; apprentice with blacksmith John & Emily LANE. |
| | LANG | Henry | Blacksmith | 1797: Henry Lang, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Exbourn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 54yrs, living in Broadberry Oatlein Inn Cottage, Okehamptom, Devon wuth wife Elizabeth 56yrs (born Beaworthy, Devon). |
| | LANG | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Lang, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1828 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, unmarried, living in Lower Street, Ugborough, Totnes, Devon. Apprentice with master blacksmith John & Eliz. Newman. |
| | LANG | Richard | Blacksmith | 1824: Richard Lang, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Berrynarbour,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 27yrs, Kings Arms Westdown Village, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Jane nee Ackland 26yrs. Children: George 3yrs, Mary Jane 1yr. Lodges with Jane’s parents, Hugh & Mary Ann Ackland (Innkeepers). |
| | LANG | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Lang, blacksmiths assisant. Born about 1833 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living in Coombe Lake, Ottery St Mary Honiton. Servant to blacksmith Thomas Manning 24y. |
| | LANGDON | John | Blacksmith | 1816: John Langdon, blacksmith. Born about 1816, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 25yrs, at Wheatly Village, Alphington lodging/working with master blacksmith John Pope and family. Also listed William Warren 10yrs (blacksmith apprentice). |
| | LANGFORD | Eli | Blacksmith | 1830: Eli Langford, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Clayhidon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Eli as 20yrs, living in Madford,Wellington,Devon with his father James Langfor 53yrs (born 1798 Blacksmith). |
| | LANGFORD | James | Blacksmith | 1798: James Langford, blacksmith. Borna bout 1798 in Northleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 53yrs, living in Madford,Wellington,Devon with his son Eli Langford 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith). Lodgers: William Netherwood 60yrs, widower (labourer); Eli Netherwood 22yrs (labourer; John Needs 24yrs (ag. Labourer). |
| | LANGLER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1827: Samuel Langler, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1827 in Teigngrace, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 24yrs, unmarried, visiting Innkeepers Samuel & Elizabeth Langler in Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. |
| | LANGMEAD | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Langmead, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Drewsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Samuel Hill 32yrs (born 1823) and Ann Hill 30yrs, in Cross, Okehampton, Spreyton, Devon. |
| | LANSKER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1824: Thomas Lansker, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 27yrs, unmarried, lodging with blacksmith Joseph Bird 57yrs (born 1794) and Mary Bird 57yrs in East Runton, Erpingham, Norfolk. Other lodgers listed: Alfred Haylett 20yrs, wheelwright); Joseph Smith 49yrs, married (cabinet maker); Elizabeth Smith 35yrs; Elizabeth Smith 3yrs; Mary Ann Smith 1yr infant. |
| | LARK | Charles | Blacksmith | 1852: Charles Lark, blacksmith. Born about 1852, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists Charles as 19yrs living at the Smiths Shop Widecinbe with his family. Mother Elizabeth Lark (nee Mead) 42yrs; Siblings: Charles Lark 19yrs; John lark 17yrs; Sarah Lark 10yrs; Fanny Lark 7yrs; Oliver Lark 1yr infant. Grandfather blacksmith John Mead 67yrs. Lodger: Elias Leaman 40yrs. 1881-1901 Charles was at Denbury . Contact Joan by |
| | LARK | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1856: Edwin Lark, blacksmith. Born about 1846 Islington, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists Edwin as 15yrs, living in Widecombe, Devon with his family. Grandfather John Mead 58yrs a widower. His mother Elizabeth Lark (nee Mead) 34yrs, widow. Siblings: James Lark 8yrs (blacksmith); John Lark 6yrs (blacksmith); George Lark 3yrs; Albert Lark 2yrs; Sarah Lark under 1yr (infant) . Lodger: Elias Leaman 24yrs, unmarried, labourer. 1910-1948 Edwin was at Exmouth. Contact Joan by |
| | LARK | James | Blacksmith | 1853: James Lark, blacksmith. Born about 1853 Islington, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists James as 8yrs living in Widecombe, Devon with his family. Grandfather John Mead 58yrs a widower. His mother Elizabeth Larke (nee Mead) 34yrs, widow. Siblings: Edwin 15yrs (blacksmith); John 6yrs (blacksmith); George 3yrs; Albert 2yrs; Sarah under 1yr (infant) . Lodger: Elias Leaman 24yrs, unmarried, labourer. Contact Joan by |
| | LARK | John | Blacksmith | 1855: John Lark, blacksmith. Born about 1855 Islington, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists John as 6yrs living in Widecombe, Devon with his family. Grandfather John Mead 58yrs a widower. His mother Elizabeth Larke (nee Mead) 34yrs, widow. Siblings: Edwin 15yrs (blacksmith); George 3yrs; Albert 2yrs; Sarah under 1yr (infant) . Lodger: Elias Leaman 24yrs, unmarried, labourer. 1881-1901John was at Tormoham. Contact Joan by |
| | LARK | Oliver | Blacksmith | 1870: Oliver Lark, blacksmith. Born 1869-1870 Widecombe, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists Oliver as 1yr infant living at the Smiths Shop, Widecmbe with his family. Mother Elizabeth Lark (nee Mead) 42yrs; Siblings: Charles Larke 19yrs; John lark 17yrs; Sarah lark 10yrs; Fanny Lark 7yrs. Grandfather blacksmith John Mead 67yrs. Lodger: Elias Leaman 40yrs. 1891-1930 Oliver was at Exmouth. Contact Joan by |
| | LARKWORTHY | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Larkworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Shebbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 60yrs, living in House,Torrington, Devon with wife Phillippa 62yrs (born Shebbear). Children: Harriett 36yrs, Ester 27yrs, Elizabeth 24yrs, Ann 20yrs. |
| | LAVERCOMBE | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1832: William Lavercombe (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Bratton Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Bratton Town, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents William 47yrs (born 1804 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 41yrs. Siblings: John 13yrs, Ann 11yrs, Jane 6yrs, Charles 1yr. |
| | LAVERCOMBE | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1804: William Lavercombe (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Bratton Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 47yrs,living in Bratton Town, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 41yrs (born Bratton Fleming). Children: William 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith), John 13yrs, Ann 11yrs, Jane 6yrs, Charles 1yr. |
| | LAVERS | James | Blacksmith | 1833: James Lavers, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Plymstock St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 18yrs, 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 Thomas Andrews 14yrs. |
| | LAVERS | James | Blacksmith | 1810: James Lavers, blacksmith master, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1810 in Plymstock St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 41yrs, living at Ridgeway, Plympton St Mary with wife Ann 39yrs (born Bundley, Devon). Apprentice: William Dawe 19yrs. |
| | LAVERS | John | Blacksmith | 1816: John Lavers, blacksmith master, employs 2 apprentices. Born about 1816 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 35yrs, living at 9 Galpin Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, with wife Susan (also a blacksmith) 34yrs (born Modbury). Children: Ann 9yrs,Hannah 7yrs,John 7yrs. |
| | LAVERS | Susan | Blacksmith | 1817: Susan Lavers, blacksmith master, employs 2 apprentices. Born about 1817 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Susan as 34yrs, living at 9 Galpin Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon with her husband John 35yrs (born 1816 blacksmith). Children: Ann 9yrs,Hannah 7yrs,John 7yrs. |
| | LAVIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1781: John Lavidge, blacksmith. Born about 1781 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 60yrs, living in How Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr. |
| | LAVIS | George (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1819: George Lavis, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 32yrs living in Higher Crowden, Okehampton, Devon with wife Mary Ann 36yrs (born Broadwoodwidger, Devon) and daughter Ellen 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmiths William Martin 21yrs & George Martin 16yrs. |
| | LEACH | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1747: Abraham Leach, blacksmith. In 1747 Abraham married Mary Hosegood. On a copy of his marriage licence it states he is of East Worlington in the County of Devon a Blacksmith. Contact Maggie by. |
| | LEADER | Edward | Blacksmith | 1835: Edward Leader, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in West Teignmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 16yrs, lodges in Bitton Street, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with John & Julia Pyne. |
| | LEAKER | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Leaker, blacksmith apprentice. Born 1830-1831 in Fremington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, living in Fremington with parents Philip 61yrs (ag. Labouer) and Elizabeth 59yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 22yrs; Eliza 14yrs. Brother-in-law ?: George Taylor 51yrs, unmarried, proprietor of house. |
| | LEAMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Leaman, blacksmith, wheelwright. Born 1800-1801, Widicombe, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 41yrs, at Ashburton, Devon. In 1851 William is 50yrs, unmarried, a wheelwright & smith living at North Street, Ashburton. The 1871 census finda William 70yrs,unmarried, retired and still living in North Street, Ashburton. Listed in the Blacksmiths of Devon and Wheelwrights Index. |
| | LEAMAN / LEASMAN | Francis | Blacksmith | 1850: Francis Leaman (Leasman), blacksmith. Born about 1850 at Widecombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 2yr old infant with parents at Dipley Street, Widecombe. In 1891 Francis is 30yrs, at Crediton, Devon with wife Ellen 28yrs (born Cheriton Fitzbaine, Devon). 1891: Francis 38yrs, at Wheelwrights Shop, Stoodleigh Village, Devon ; Ellen 37yrs. Visiting is nephew William Leaman 14yrs and niece Minnie Packer 12yrs. 1901: Francis is 48yrs, Ellen 47yrs, at Chapel Street, Cheadle, Cheshire. Contact Don by |
| | LEARY | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1800: Daniel Leary, blacksmiths assistant. Born 1800-1801 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Daniel as 50yrs, living in Old Castle Street (Gidleys Buildings), St Stephen Exeter with wife Hannah 50yrs (born London, Middlesex). |
| | LEE | Edward | Blacksmith | 1807: Edward Lee, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1807 in Westleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 44yrs, living in Horwood Town, Barnstaple, Devon. Mother: Betsy Lee 73yrs, widow. See census 1851 for several siblings & 2 visitors listed. Apprentice: Joseph Skerry 20yrs. |
| | LEE | Fredric | Blacksmith | 1835: Fredrick Lee, blacksmith. Born 1834-1835 in Westleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Fredric as 7yrs, living in the Eastleigh Village, Westleigh Barnstaple, Devon with parents John 35yrs and Ann 35yrs. Siblings: Edward 9yrs. Also listed is James Rodgment 15yrs. In 1851 Fredrick is 16yrs, still in the Eastleigh Village with parents John 49yrs (born 1808 blacksmith) and Ann 48yrs. |
| | LEE | George | Blacksmith | 1808: George Lee, blacksmith and victualler. Born about 1808 in Denbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 43yrs, living in Milton Village, South Milton, Devon with wife Jane 40yrs (born South Milton) and their several children. |
| | LEE | John | Blacksmith | 1802: John Lee, blacksmith and grocer. Born about 1802 in Westleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 35yrs, wife Ann 35yrs, (born Westleigh), living in the Eastleigh Village, Westleigh Barnstaple, Devon with sons Edward 9yrs and Fredrick 7yrs. Also listed is James Rodgment 15yrs. In 1851 John is 49yrs, Ann is 48yrs, still in Eastleigh Villag. Son: Fredrick Lee 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | LEE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1836: Richard Lee, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Horwood, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 15yrs, lodging in Horwood Town, with Edward Lee 44yrs (born 1807 blacksmith) and Edward’s mother Betsy Lee 73yrs. |
| | LEE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1810: Thomas Lee, blacksmith. Born aout 1810 in Woolfardisworthy, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 40yrs, living in Woolfardisworthy Village with wife Sally 41yrs (born Clovelly, Devon). Children: Mary. A. 12yrs, Priscilla 9yrs, Eliza 8yrs, James 6yrs, Robert 4yrs. |
| | LENDON | Richard | Blacksmith | 1835: Richard Lendon, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Newton St Cyres, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 16yrs, apprenticed to Joseph & Ann Ford, living Cottage, St Thomas, Bampford Speke, Devon. |
| | LETHBRIDGE | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1834: Benjamin Lethbridge, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Benjamin as 17yrs, living at 1 Vauxhall Street, Plymouth, Devon. Parents: William & Joanna. Brother: Anthony 14yrs |
| | LETHBRIDGE | Charles | Blacksmith | 1816: Charles Lethbridge, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Ermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 35yrs, living in Highland Street, Plympton, Devon. Wife: Caroline 29yrs (born Ermington). Children: Robert 3yrs and Caroline 1yr. Apprentice: Philip Bartlett 17yrs. House Servant: Elizabeth Maddick 14yrs. |
| | LETHBRIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Lethbridge, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 34yrs, living in Queen Street, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Mary 34yrs born (Launceston, Cornwall). Children: Charles 7yrs, John 6yrs,George 3yrs, James 1yr. |
| | LETHEREN | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Letheren, blacksmith. Born about 1804, Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 census lists John as 47yrs, living at Winkleigh village, about 14 miles away from Torrington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 47yrs (born Nth Tawton, Devon). Children: Emma 21yrs, Elizabeth 19yrs, William 17yrs (blacksmith), John 14yrs. John died 1858 and by 1861 his son William was farming, so there is no ongoing blacksmithing connection! Not sure if these are my ancestors . Contact Edwina by. |
| | LETHEREN | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Letheren, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 census lists him as 17yrs, living Winkleigh village, about 14 miles away from Torrington. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents John & Elizabeth. Plus siblings Emma, Elizabeth & John. His father John died 1858 and by 1861, William was farming, so there is no ongoing blacksmithing connection! Not sure if these are my ancestors. Contact Edwina by. |
| | LEWES | Ezeikel | Blacksmith | 1824: Ezekiel Lewes, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Poland, Europe. The 1851 UK census lists Ezekiel as 27yrs, unmarried, lodging with John Skinner 68yrs (a daitman) and his family at 18 Green Street, Plymouth, Devon. |
| | LEWIS | George | Blacksmith | 1815: George Lewes, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Sutcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 36yrs, living at Wordon Cottage, West Putford, Bideford, Devon. Wife: Ann 35yrs (born Milton Dameral, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 12yrs, Allice 10yrs, Sarah 6yrs. George 3yrs, James 1yr. |
| | LEWIS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1823: Richard Lewes, blacksmith. Borna bout 1823 in Westdown, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 28yrs, unmarried, lodging with retired blacksmith John Pile58yrs and Agnes Pile 54yrs in Westdown Village, Barnstaple. |
| | LEWORTHY | James | Blacksmith | 1823: James Leworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Challcombe, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 18yrs, living in Challcombe with parents William 55yrs and Charity 55yrs. Also listed is Elizabeth Leworthy 88yrs; Richard Leworthy 25yrs; Samuel Lewerthy 19yrs; Joseph Lewerthy 14yrs; Humphrey Lewerthy 12yrs plus Charity Larmey 10yrs. In 1851 James is 28yrs, wife Maria 32yrs (born Combantin, Devon), living at Barton Gate, Barnstaple, Devon. Children: Charity 8yrs, Elizabeth 6yrs, Mary 4yrs, Agnes 2yrs, James 1yr. |
| | LEWORTHY | Thomas (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Leworthy (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Berrynabor, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas (Jnr) as 6yrs, living in Berrynabor Village with parents Thomas 30yrs (born 1810 blacksmith) and Grace 30yrs. Siblings: Ann 10yrs; William 8yrs; George 3yrs; John under 1yr infant. In 1851 Thomas (Jnr) is 14yrs, still with his family in Berrynabor. Siblings: John 10rs, Richard 8yrs, William 6yrs, Ann 4yrs. His mother Grace died in 1852 (see freebmds.co.uk) and his father remarried. |
| | LEWORTHY | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1810: Thomas Leworthy (Snr), blacksmith, grocer, farmer of 9 acres. Born about 1810 in Berrynabor, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas (Snr) as 30yrs, wife (1) Grace 30yrs (born Berrynabor), Children: Ann 10yrs; William 8yrs; Thomas 6yrs; George 3yrs; John under 1yr infant. In 1851 Thomas is 40yrs, Grace 40yrs, still in the Village, Barnstaple. Children: Thomas 14yrs (born 1837 blacksmith), John 10rs, Richard 8yrs, William 6yrs, Ann 4yrs. Grace died in 1852 (see freebmds.co.uk). 1861 census: Thomas is 50yrs, now a farmer of 9 acres. Wife (2) Ann 49yrs (born Berrynabor). No others listed in 1861. |
| | LEY | James | Blacksmith | 1796: James Ley, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Buckland Brewer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 55yrs, living in Tythacott, Alwington Bideford, Devonshire. Married but no details given so wife must have been visiting elsewhere. In 1861 James is 65yrs, wife Mary is 69yrs (born Parkham). No others listed. |
| | LIFE (LIP) | Stephen | Blacksmith | 1787: Stephen Life, blacksmith. Born about 1787, Blackhawton, Devon, England. Died June quarter 1860, Totnes, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists Stephen as 50yrs, journeyman blacksmith, living at Lee Mile Bridge, Ermington, Devon with master blacksmith Phillip Abbotts. In 1851 Stephen is incorrectly listed as Stephen Lip 64yrs, lodging with employer, master blacksmith, John Lamble at Cotterbury Green, Blackhawton. Contact Judi by |
| | LIGHT | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Light, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 33yrs, living near the Church, Totnes, Devon with wife Mary Ann 34yrs (born Slapton, Devon). Children: George 7yrs, Susan 4yrs, Mary Ann 2yrs. |
| | LIGHT | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Light, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Stoke Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrsliving in Lower Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Mary Ann 38yrs (born Dartmouth). |
| | LILLEY | James | Blacksmith | 1816: James Lilley, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 35yrs, living in Ostend, Totnes, Brixham, Devon with his son William 8yrs. Can’t find them on other census’s. |
| | LILLICRAP | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Lillicrap, blacksmith journeyman. Born about1809 in Shaugh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 42yr, living at 6 Higher Balter Street, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Honor 30yrs (born White Church, Devon). Children: Silas 8yrs, Evilina 5yrs, Josiah 1yr. |
| | LILLICRAP | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1835: Thomas Lillicrap, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1835 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 16yrs, at 1-Devon County Prisons, St David, Exeter, Devonshire. Cannot find him, on other census’s. |
| | LINDSEY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1820: Thomas Lindsey, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, living in Woodbury village with his father John Lindsey 60yrs and his sisters Mary 25yrs and Kezia 20yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 30yrs, unmarried, lodging with John Anley 50yrs ( an ag. labourer). In 1861 Thomas is 41yrs, wife Ann 25yrs (born Venn Ottery, Devon) and son George. J. 1yr infant. Living in Hind Street, Ottery St Mary, Devon. |
| | LITTLEJOHNS | George | Blacksmith | 1819: George Littlejohns, blacksmith. Born about 1819, Rewe,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 32yrs, at Newtons, St Thomas, Rewe , Devon, with wife Sarah Ann 30yrs (born Pinhoe, Devon). Children: Sarah Ann, Rebecca, Emily, Alfred. Brother-on-law: Thomas Heard (blacksmith). |
| | LITTLEJOHNS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1809: Richard Littlejohns, blacksmith. Born about 1809, Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 42yrs,unmarried at Boton, Cornwall. |
| | LITTLETON | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1804: Isaac Littleton, blacksmith. Born about 1804, Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Isaac as 47yrs, at 3 Waterloo Street, Devonport, with wife Jane 51yrs(born Plymouth). Children: Jane 20yrs, Samuel 14yrs, Richard 11yrs. Isaac worked at the dock yard. Visitor: Mathias Drums, 33yrs, clerk. |
| | LOCK | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1850: Emanuel Lock, blacksmith. Born about 1850 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists Emanuel as 21yrs, living at Lewis Hill, Northam. Brother of George (Rope maker) & Jane Lock. |
| | LOCK | John | Blacksmith | 1795: John Lock, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Westleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 56yrs, living in Worlington, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Emma 34yrs (born Bideford). Children: Ellen 5yrs, Emma 3yrs, Thomas 8yrs. Stepson: Wm.Robert Cann(Lock) 7yrs (born: Bideford). Contact Monica |
| | LOCK | John | Blacksmith | "1790: John Lock, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Calumpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists
John as 61yrs, living in Vinmore, Woodbury St Thomas, Devon with wife Ann 60yrs )born Woodbury) and daughters Maria & Ann." |
| | LODGER | Matthew | Blacksmith | 1816: Matthew Lodger, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Broadhembury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Matthew as 35yrs, lodging in Collaton, Honiton Broadhembury with Henry ( a waggoner) & Ann Winter. |
| | LOOSEMORE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1847: Thomas Loosemoore, blacksmith. Born about 1847, Atherington, Devon, England. Grandson of Thomas Loosemoore (born 1847). 1891 Thomas is 44yrs,a widower, living at Atherington. Children: Listed William. H. 18yrs (blacksmith); Emily 15yrs; Clara 14yrs; Elizabeth.A. 11yrs; Jessie 14yrs(was visiting next door). Elizabeth Loosemore 49yrs (sister of Thomas) is housekeeper. Visitors Arthur Squire 12yrs and Elizabeth Richards 15yrs. The 1911 UK census lists Thomas as 64yrs . Listed are daughters Emily Loosemore 35yrs, unmarried and Jessie Loosemore 34yrs, unmarried . Grandson Fred 11yrs. Blacksmith employee Frederick Wilkey, 18yrs, unmarried. Contributor does not wish to be contacted (no relation to Loosemore). See Interesting Stories Index for images. |
| | LOOSEMORE | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Loosemore, blacksmith. Born about 1813, Atherington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 38yrs, living at the smithy, Prospect Row, Atherington; with wife Ann 35yrs (born Colebrook, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 11yrs, Elizabeth 9yrs, Sarah 7yrs, Eliza 6yrs, Thomas 4yrs, Susanna 1yr. A contributor says It looks like William left the smithy to his son Thomas as he is a smith there in 1911 living with his grandson Fred Loosemore who was the last smith so it looks like Thomas left it to Fred. Contributor does not wish to be contacted (no relation to Loosemore). See Interesting Stories Index for images. |
| | LOTT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1822: Robert Lott, blacksmith master. Born about 1822 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 29yrs, living in Bromell, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Betsy 27yrs (born Bridgerule, Devon). Children: James 5yrs, John 9mths infant. Visitor: James Hockaday 14yrs |
| | LOVEHILL | Francis | Blacksmith | 1836: Francis Lovehill, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 15yrs, living at Brushford, Crediton, Devon with master blacksmith Samuel Pope 23yrs who employs 3 men. |
| | LOVELL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Lovell, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Shillingford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 26yrs, living in Dunchideock, St Thomas, Devonshire with parents Richard Lovell 55yrs (ag. Labouer) & Mary lovell 61yrs plus his sister Maria 23yrs. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1836: Isaac Loveridge, blacksmith. Born 1836 and baptised in Combpyne, Devon, England. Can be found on UK census for 1851, 1861 and 1881. There is an entry in J G Harrods Directory of Devon & Cornwall of 1878 - Luppitt - Isaac Loveridge - Blacksmith. Parents: blacksmith John Loveridge and Martha nee Colmer. Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1840: Isaac Loveridge, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1840 in Farway, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Isaac as 1yr infant living at Commonmoor Farm, Farway with parents Joshua 35yrs (born 1805 blacksmith) and Ann 35yrs. Siblings: Joel 10yrs; Joshua 14yrs; Joseph 7yrs; John 5yrs. In 1851 Isaac is 11yrs, parents Joshua 46yrs Ann 52yrs. Siblings: Joshua 24yrs; Myria 22y, Joseph 18y, John 16y, Eliza 9y. Grandmother Ann 88y widow. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1822: Isaac Loveridge, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1822 in Coombpyne, Devon England. The 1841 UK census lists Isaac as 19yrs, living in Coombpyne with parents, master blacksmith James Loveridge 58yrs (born 1783) and Sarah 55yrs. Siblings: Tozer 16yrs; Mary 14yrs; James 12yrs. In 1851 Isaac is 29yrs, living on the Road to Seaton, Musbury, Axminster, Devon with wife Harriet 32y (born Axminster, Devon) and daughter Emily 5y. Isaac’s cousin Joel Loveridge 19y (born 1832 blacksmith). Joel is son of master blacksmith Joshua (born 1805) and Ann Loveridge. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Isaac. D. | Blacksmith | 1821: Isaac. D. Loveridge, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born 1821 and baptised at Combpyne on 1st July 1821. In 1846: a Blacksmith, living in Musbury (on the baptism of his daughter, Emily). 1851: a Blacksmith Master employing 1 man. Wife: Harriett Restarick, married on 16th November 1843 at Axmouth. There are 3 entries in J G Harrods Directory of Devon & Cornwall of 1878 (1) Axminster - Isaac Loveridge, Blacksmith, Sector. (2) Axminster - Isaac D Loveridge, Brazier and tinplate worker, Lyme Street and South Street. (3) Axminster - I.D Loveridge, Ironmonger, plumber & c. Lyme Street. Parents: James and Sarah Loveridge (nee Manning) James was also a Blacksmith. Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | James | Blacksmith | 1783: James Loveridge, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1783 and died April 1854, aged 71 in Coombpyne, Devon, England. James married Sarah Manning at Kilmington on 3rd February 1808. The 1841 UK census lists James as 58yrs, living in Coombpyne with wife Sarah 55yrs (born Seaton, Devon). Children: Isaac 19yrs (born 1822 blacksmith married Harriet); Tozer 16yrs; Mary 14yrs; James 12yrs. In 1851 James is 68yrs, a blacksmith employing 2 men. Sarah 65yrs. Sill in Coombpyne and daughter Mary 24yrs. Visitor: John Gage 19yrs. Servant: John Vincant 23yrs. Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | Joel | Blacksmith | 1832: Joel Loveridge, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Farway, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joel as 10yrs, living at Commonmoor Farm, Farway with parents Joshua 35yrs (born 1805 blacksmith) and Ann 35yrs. Siblings: Joseph 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith); John 5yrs; Isaac 1yr infant. In 1851 Joel is 20yrs living and working with his cousin Issac Loveridge (born 1822 blacksmith) and Harriet 32yrs and their daughter Emily 5yrs. They lived Road to Seaton, Musbury. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Joezer/Joezah | Blacksmith | 1824: Joezer(Joezah) Loveridge, blacksmith. Spelling changes with each census. Born about 1824 in Coombpyne, Devon, England. Parents: James and Sarah Loveridge (nee Manning). Joezer married Martha Restarick at Axmouth on 14th December 1843. (His brother Isaac had married Martha's sister Harriett a month earlier). The 1851 UK census lists Gargea as 26yrs, living in Axminster, Devon with wife Martha 28yrs (born Axmouth). Children: Virtue. M. 7yrs; Emma 5yrs; Anna 1yr infant. Servant Elizabeth Matthews 23yrs. In 1861 he is named ?Jorker aged 36yrs, wife Martha is 38yrs. Children: Virtue 17yrs; Emma 15yrs; Anna 11yrs; Joshua 9yrs (becomes a blacksmith). Servant Robert Real 21yrs. 1871: ? Joezer is 46yrs, Martha 48yrs.Still in Coombpyne. Children: Emma 26yrs and Albert 5yrs. In 1881 Martha is a widow. There is a death for one Jo(e_)zear Loveridge aged 47yrs, for June quarter 1871 in Axminter. Also a marriage for Joezer to Martha Rastarick December quarter 1843 in Axminster. See freebmd.org.uk for both records. Note: Joezer is a Hebrew/biblical name pronounced Jo-eh’-zer. Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Loveridge, blacksmith. Born and baptised in Combpyne around 1809. His occupation was given as Blacksmith in 1840, on his daughter Mary's baptism, and in 1865 on her marriage. In 1851 he was living and working in Ham, Stockland. Parents: James and Sarah Loveridge (nee Manning) John was married to Martha Colmer. Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1842: John Loveridge, blacksmith and dealer. Born and baptised in Stockland in around 1842. Wife: Caroline or Catherine Glades. 1861: a blacksmith, although by 1901 he was a corn dealer. There is an entry in J G Harrods Directory of Devon & Cornwall of 1878 - Stockland - John Loveridge, Blacksmith, Ham, although whether that refers to this John, or his father, I don't know. Parents: John and Martha Loveridge(nee Colmer). Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Loveridge, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Farway, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 5yrsyrs, living at Commonmoor Farm, Farway with parents Joshua 35yrs (born 1805 blacksmith) and Ann 35yrs. Siblings: Joel 10yrs; Isaac 1yr infant. In 1851 John is 16yrs, parents Joshua 46yrs Ann 52yrs. Siblings: Joshua 24yrs; Myria 22y, Joseph 18y, Isaac 11yrs; Eliza 9y. Grandmother Ann 88y widow. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1833: Joseph Loveridge, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Farway, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph as 7yrs, living at Commonmoor Farm, Farway with parents Joshua 35yrs (born 1805 blacksmith) and Ann 35yrs. Siblings: Joel 10yrs; John 5yrs; Isaac 1yr infant. In 1851 Joseph is 18yrs, still with parents. Siblings: Joshua 24yrs , Myria 22yrs, John 16yrs, Isaac 11yrs, Eliza 9yrs. Grandmother Ann 88y widow. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Joshua | Blacksmith | 1851: Joshua Loveridge, blacksmith. Born in Combpynee and baptised there on 7th December 1851. In 1871 Joshua is a blacksmith, living in Combpyne. There is an entry in J G Harrods Directory of Devon & Cornwall of 1878 - Combpyne - Joshua Loveridge, blacksmith. Parents: Joezer and Martha (nee Restarick). Contact Celia by |
| | LOVERIDGE | Joshua (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1827: Joshua Loveridge (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Farway, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joshua as 24yrs, living at Commonmoor Farm, Farway with parents Joshua 35yrs (born 1805 blacksmith) and Ann 35yrs. Siblings: Joseph 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith) Joel 10yrs; John 5yrs; Isaac 1yr infant. In 1851 Joshua is 24yrs. parents Joshua 46yrs Ann 52yrs. Siblings: Myria 22y, Joseph 18y, John 16y, Isaac 11y, Eliza 9y. Grandmother Ann 88y widow. |
| | LOVERIDGE | Joshua (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1805: Joshua Loveridge (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Combpyne, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joshua (snr) as 35yrs, living at Commonmoor Farm, Farway, Honiton, Devon. Wife Ann 35yrs (born Fatway). Children: Joel 10yrs; Joshua 14yrs; Joseph 7yrs; John 5yrs; Isaac 1yr infant. In 1851 Joshua is 46yrs, Ann 52yrs, living at G144 Annings, Netherton Hamlet, Farway. Children: Joshua 24y , Myria 22y, Joseph 18y, John 16y, Isaac 11y, Eliza 9y. Mother: Ann 88y widow. |
| | LOVERING | William | Blacksmith | 1773: William Lovering, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1773 in Paracombe , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 78yrs, lodgin in Parracombe Mill, Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | LOWTON | Charles | Blacksmith | 1823: Charles Lowton, blacksmith. Born about 1823,Dunchedeock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 28yrs, unmarried living at Dunchedeock. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members and Wheelwrights for brother Robert. |
| | LOWTON | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Lowton, blacksmith. Born about 1829, Dunchedeock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 22yrs, unmarried, at Dunchedeock. In 1861 George is 30yrs, living in the village at Ide, Devon with wife Mary.A. 26yrs (born Kenford, Devon). Children: William 2yrs. Boarder: John Boucher 20yrs (born Dunsford, Devon),carpenter. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members and Wheelwrights for brother Robert. |
| | LOWTON | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1827: John Lowton (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1827, Dunchedeock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, married, visiting parents at Dunchedeock. I can’t find him in 1861 census. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members and Wheelwrights for brother Robert. |
| | LOWTON | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1786: John Lowton (Snr), master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1786 in Shillingford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 55yrs, living at the blacksmiths shop, Dunchideock, Devon with wife Ann 50yrs. Chidlren: Charles 15yrs; John 14yrs; George 12yrs; Robert 9yrs. In 1851 UK John is 67yrs, still at Dunchedeock; Ann 61yrs. Children: Charles 28yrs, unmarried (blacksmith); John 24yrs,married,visiting (blacksmith); George 22yrs, unmarried (blacksmith).Robert 19yrs, unmarried (wheelwright). Granddaughter Emma weeks 15yrs. |
| | LOYE | Philip | Blacksmith | 1830: Philip Loye, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Newton Ferrers, Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 12yrs, living in Newton Village with parents John 45yrs (shoemaker) and Deborah 50yrs and brother Peter 20yrs. Also Mary Walk 76yrs. In 1851 Philip is 21yrs, living in Newton Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon with his father John Loye 69yrs, widower. |
| | LUCKRAFT | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Luckraft, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Aveton Gifford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, living in Ashford, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Jane 41yrs (born Aveton Gifford). |
| | LUCRAFT | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Lucraft, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Broad Clist, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith George 64yrs & Eliz. 56yrs Mitchell in Sowdens, Broad Clist, St.Thomas. |
| | LUKE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1830: Henry Luke, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Aveton Gifford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 21yrs, living in Matthew Street, Tavistock, Devon with parents John & Caroline (Inn keepers). See census 1851 for 4 siblings listed. |
| | LUKE | John | Blacksmith | 1805: John Luke, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 46yrs, living at 3 Trafalga Court, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Elizabeth 46yrs (born Devonport). Children: Emma 18yrs, Alice 15yrs, Harriet 12yrs, Henry 10yrs. |
| | LUSCOMBE | Herbert Arthur | Blacksmith | 1906: Herbert Arthur Luscombe, blacksmith, farrier, wheelwright, carpenter. Born in the March quarter of 1906 in Kingsbridge, Devon, England. Always known as Arthur. On his marriage certificate dated September 1927, Arthur 21yrs, batchelor labourer living at Beeson married Rita. L. Clarke 27yrs spinster living at Kellaton. Witnesses William Charles Wright and Frederick W. Clarke. By banns at Stokenham Church. William Wright was a friend of Arthur`s, they did their wheelwright apprenticeship together at Kelleton with Mr.Harradon. Arthur completed his blacksmith apprenticeship under Mr.W Dunn who he worked for and from whom he rented the Forge at Stokenham before eventually buying it in 1963 for £1000, including the house. During the evacuation of 1943 the Forge at Stokenham was moved to a temporary site in a barn at Beeson belonging to either Rich Foale or John Honeywell. Listed also on the Farriers Index & the Wheelwrights Index. Contact Sandra by. |
| | LUXTON | Hugh | Blacksmith | 1811: Hugh Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1811 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. The 1841 census lists Hugh as 30yrs, living at Hutchings, Petrockstow, Devon, England with wife Rebecca aged 35. Children john 9yrs, Mary 4yrs (born 1837), Thomasin aged 2yrs, Mark aged 9Months infant. Hugh’s daughter Mary (born 1837) married my great grandfather Joseph Marshall (1838-1919). Contact Bob by |
| | LUXTON | John | Blacksmith | 1775: John Luxton, blacksmith. Born 1774 and Baptised 2nd June 1774 in Peters Marsland, Devon, and buried 26th July 1856 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 65yrs, wife Mary 65yrs (born Petrockstow), living in North Town Village, Petrockstow. Children: Fanny 25yrs; Thamisin 20yrs. Also listed: Ann Tucker 15yrs and Philip Tucker 14yrs. In 1851 John is 76yrs, Mary 77yrs, still in North Town Village. Children: Fanny 38yrs, Tammy 34yrs. Lodger: Ann Tucker 25yr. Apprentice: John Luxton 14yrs (?nephew). He is/was my 3xg grandfather. Contact Bob by |
| | LUXTON | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John Luxton, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 4yrs, living in North Town Village, Petrockstow with parents Samuel 34yrs and Mary 30yrs. Siblinsg: Ann 7yrs and George 2yrs. In 1851 John is 14yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith John Luxton 76yrs (born 1775) and Mary 77yrs and their daughters Fanny Luxton 58yrs; Fanny Luxton 34yrs. Lodger: Ann Ticker 25yrs. |
| | LUXTON | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Luxton, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Inwardly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, living at Coumbs, Holsworthy, Devon with parents Simon & Charlotte. Siblings: Samuel (born 1833 blacksmith) and sister Harriet 11yrs. |
| | LUXTON | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1845: Joseph Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1845 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. Son of blacksmith Samuel Luxton (born 1807). The 1861 UK census lists Joseph as 17yrs, living in the Village, Petrockstow with his father Samuel aged 52yrs and brother James aged 8yrs. 1871 census lists Joseph is 26yrs, living in Village, Petrockstow, with wife Elizabeth aged 27yrs. Children: Charles 2yrs, Samuel 1yr and father Samuel aged 64yrs. Contact Bob by |
| | LUXTON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1833: Samuel Luxton, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1833 in Inwardly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 18yrs living at Coumbs, Holsworthy, Devon with parents Simon & Charlotte. Siblings: John (born 1825 blacksmith) and sister Harriet 11yrs. |
| | LUXTON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1818: Samuel Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 33yrs, Living in Pethridge,Torrington, Devon with his sister Mary Luxton 36yrs (a glover). |
| | LUXTON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1807: Samuel Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. Samuel is believed to be son of blacksmith master John Luxton (1774) and Mary Luxton and brother of blacksmith Hugh Luxton (1811). The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 34yrs, wife Mary nee Standlake 30yrs (born Black Torrington, Devon). Living in Petrockstow. Children: John 4yrs (born 1837 blacksmith); Ann 7yrs and George 2yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 44yrs, Mary ?44yrs living in North Town village,Torrington, Devon Children: Ann 17yrs, George 12yrs, Joseph 6yrs and Elizabeth 3yrs. The 1861 census lists Samuel as aged 52yrs, widower, blacksmith and clerk, living with son Joseph aged 17 (born 1845 blacksmith), and son James aged 8yrs. 1871 census lists as Samuel as aged 64, widower, living in Village, Petrockstow, Devon, England. Living with son Joseph also listed as Blacksmith, Joseph’s wife Elizabeth aged 27yrs, Charles 2yrs, Samuel 1yr. NOTE: Another child: Samuel Stanlake Luxton was born Jan-Feb-Mar quarter 1867 Torrington Devon Vol: 5b Page: 517 Line: 310 and died Jan-Feb-Mar quarter 1867 Torrington Devon Vol: 5b Page: 188 Line: 113. Also see www.freebmd.org.au for deaths of two Samuel Luxtons. Contact Bob by |
| | LUXTON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1789: Samuel Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Petrockstow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 62yrs, living in Mousehole, Torrington Union, Devon. Wife: Mary. A. 59yrs (born Marland Peter, Devon). Children: Elias 25yrs & John 20yrs. Visitor: William Arnold 58yrs. |
| | LUXTON | Simon | Blacksmith | 1778: Simon Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1778 in Highampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Simon as 73yrs, living at Coumbs, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Charlotte 53yrs (born Broadwoodwidger, Devon). Children: John 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith), Samuel 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmiths assistant), Harriet 11yrs. |
| | LUXTON | William | Blacksmith | 1811: William Luxton, blacksmith. Born about 1811, Newton St Cyres, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living at Newton St Cyres with wife Mary30yrs (born Newton St Cyres). Children: George 10yrs; Emma 6yrs; William 4yrs; Mary 1yrs infant. Boarder: apprentice blacksmith. James Squire 15yrs (born Newton St Cyres). Contact Jean by |
| | LYDDON | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Lyddon, blacksmith. Born 181-1818 in Withypool, in the Registration District of South Moulton, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 33yrs, unmarried. He lived and worked in the village of Twitchen, not far from North Molton, from 1838 to 1896. He was also a noted Wesleyan lay Preacher, who built a Wesleyan Chapel as an extension to the house where he lived, contrary to the wishes of the Lord of the Manor (Lord Poltimore). John was son of farmers William and Mary Lyddon. Brothers William 31yrs,unmarried (carpenter) and Thomas 27yrs, unmarried (miller). Contact Paul by |
| | LYMORES | Arthur | Blacksmith | 1785: Arthur Lymores, blacksmith and land proprietor. Born about 1785 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Arthur as 66yrs, living at 25 Richmond Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Fowey, Devon). |
| | LYNDON | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Lyndon, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs,living at Curtis Knowle, Diptford, Totnes, Devon with wife Ann 46yrs (born Blackawton, Devon). See census 1851 for list of children. Apprentice blacksmith Charles Prout born 1835. |
| | LYNE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1798: Samuel Lyne, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Dolton, Torrington,Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 40yrs, wife Ann 40yrs (born Dolton), living in Dolton village. Others listed: Henry Hammett 25yrs and William Villey 15yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 53yrs, Ann is 52yrs, still in Dolton. Apprentice blacksmith Henry Clarke 15yrs |
| | LYNE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1773: Thomas Lyne, blacksmith. Born about 1773 in Dolton, Torrington,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 78yrs, wife Mary 76yrs (born Yarnscombe ), living in Dolton Village plus their Granddaughter Mary Folland 21yrs, Servant. |
| | LYNE | Thos. | Blacksmith | 1788: Thos. Lyne, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Dolton, Torrington,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 63yrs, wife Mary 63yrs (born Dolton), living in Lynes Brook, Devon with son William Lyne 35yrs (Local Preacher, born Dolton). |
| | MacKNEE (MicKNEE) | William | Blacksmith | 1817: William MacKnee (Micknee), blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists William as 34yrs, in Smythen Street, St John, Exeter, Devonshire. Lodging with John Govier (A paper maker) and family. |
| | MADDAFORD | Roger | Blacksmith | 1792: Roger Maddaford, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Roger as 59yrs, lodging in Hillhead, Tavistock, Devon with employer William Bickle 66yrs (tailor and farmer 12 acres) and Eliz. Bickle. 59yrs |
| | MADDAFORD | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Maddaford, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Marystow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, lodging in Hillhead, Tavistock, Devon with employer William Bickle 66yrs (tailor and farmer 12 acres) and Eliz. Bickle. 59yrs. |
| | MADDICOTT | James | Blacksmith | 1795: James Maddacott, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Ipplepen, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 56yrs, living in Ipplepen Village, Newton Abbot with wife Susanna 45yrs (born Paignton, Devon). Children: Thomas 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith), Susan 14yrs, James 12yrs, Maria 2yrs. Lodger: James May 27yrs road labourer. |
| | MADDICOTT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1835: Thomas Maddacott, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Ipplepen, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 16yrs, living in Ipplepen Village, Newton Abbot with parents James 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Susanna 45yrs |
| | MADDON | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: John Maddon (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1830 in St Austle, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, living in Frog Street, Beeralston, Beerferris, Devon with parents John Maddon 49yrs (born 1802 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 47yrs. Siblings: Mary Jane 19yrs, Sarah 17yrs, William 14yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MADDON | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1802: John Maddon (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Gwenyear, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 49yrs, living in Frog Street, Beeralston, Beerferris, Devon with wife Elizabeth 47yrs (born Gwenyear). Children: John 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith), Mary Jane 19yrs, Sarah 17yrs, William 14yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MADGE | John | Blacksmith | 1793: John Madge, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 58yrs, living in Mill Street, Crediton with wife Elizabeth 58yrs (born Crediton). Children: Mary Ann 24yrs, Fanny 22yrs, Eliza 18yrs, Thirza 13yrs, Silvinus 7yrs. |
| | MADGE | William | Blacksmith | 1816: William Madge, blacksmith. Born about 1816, Crediton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 25yrs, living at St Lawrences Green, Crediton; with wife Ann 25yrs (born Crediton). Children: Ellen 5yrs; Samuel 11yrs; Mary 4yrs. |
| | MADGE | William.H. | Blacksmith | 1820: William. H. Madge, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living in Fore Street, Kingsbridge with wife Agness Maude 32yrs (born South Milton, Devon) and son William L. 7yrs |
| | MAEER (MEERS) | Hubert | Blacksmith | 1830: Hubert Maeer (Meers), blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 in Stockland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Hubert as 20yrs, living in Maars Cottage, Salcombe Regis Honiton, Devon with parents Hubert & Adela Maeer. Various spellings of surname. |
| | MAEERS (MEERS) | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Maeers (Meers), blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1832 in Sidbury, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Fades, Sidbury with parents Herbert & Honour Maeers. Various spellings of surname throughout census. |
| | MAJOR | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Major, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Bishops Teignton,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Luton Village, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Sarah 36yrs (born Bishops Teignton). |
| | MALE (MAYLE) | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Mayle, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists 35yrs, Exeter Street, Plymouth parish of St Charles the Martyr. Wife Jane 30yrs (born Devon). Chidlren: henry 4yrs and Thomas 1yr infant. Can’t find them on 1841 -1851 to check details. |
| | MANLEY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1820: Thomas Manley, blacksmiths assistant. Born 1820-1821 in Upottery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 30yrs, living in Tipton Village, Honiton, Devon with wife Sarahann 23yrs (born Ottery). Children: Sarah 4y, Emma 2y, Tom 2mths infant. |
| | MANN | James | Blacksmith | 1817: James Mann, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 34yrs, at 2 Clowance Street, Stoke Damerel,Devon; with wife Mary.R. 27yrs (born Cawsand-CON) and daughter Agnes.A. Mann 1yr infant. |
| | MANN | James | Blacksmith | 1823: James Mann,blacksmith. Born about 1823, Kingsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 28yrs,living at Newton Abbot, Devonshire; with wife Elizabeth 24yrs (born Hennock,Devon). |
| | MANN | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1829: John Mann (Jnr), blacksmnith, wheelwright. Born about 1829, Yealmpton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 12yrs living in Yealmpton with parents wheelwright/smith John & Ann Mann plus sisters Louisa & Mary. In 1851 John (Jnr) is 22yrs, still living at Yealmpton with father John (widower) and sister Mary. Contributor does not want to be contacted. |
| | MANN | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1791: John Mann (Snr), blacksmith, wheelwright. Born about 1791, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 50yrs, living at Village Yealmpton, Devon; with wife Ann 45yrs. Children: Louisa 20yrs; Mary 15yrs. Also listed: William Saunders 15yrs,apprentice wheelwright. In 1851 John is 62yrs, widower; at Yealmpton with daughter Mary 26yrs, unmarried (dressmaler,milliner) and son John 22yrs now a wheelwright & smith. 1861: John (Snr) is 70yrs, still living Village Yealmpton: with daughter Louisa 38yrs,unmarried. Contributor does not want to be contacted. |
| | MANN | William | Blacksmith | 1831: William Mann, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1831, in Sallash, Cornwall. The 1851 UK census lists him as 20yrs, lodging with blacksmith William & Ann Morgan and family . |
| | MANNING | Charles | Blacksmith | 1837: Charles Manning, blacksmith. Born about 1837, Bishopsteighton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 14yrs, at Clist Rd, St.Thomas, Devon. Brother of blacksmith William Manning (wife) Mary. Sister: Jessy.F.J 8yrs. They were part of a large family born to John and Elizabeth Manning in Bishopsteigton. Contact Pamela by. |
| | MANNING | Henry | Blacksmith | 1799: Henry Manning, blacksmith. Born about 1799 Talaton, Devon and died 1850. Wife: Sarah Carter born Exmouth 1795. Sarah's father established himself as carpenter/builder of Talaton. Henry & Sarah had at least 6 children at Talaton. 1841 blacksmith at Fairmile,Talaton. His Will can be found at Devon Record Office. |
| | MANNING | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1793: Isaac Manning, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Seaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Isaac as 58yrs, living in Fore St. Seaton, Axminster, Devon with wife Maria 48yrs (born Chudleigh, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 17y, Mary Ann 14y. |
| | MANNING | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Manning, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Tallaton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 15yrs, living in Week, North Tawton, Devon with parents Charles (born 1792 blacksmith) and Mary 45yrs. Siblings: George 20yrs and Elizabeth 15yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 24yrs, unmarried, living Coombe Lake, Ottery, St Mary Honiton, Devon. Also listed is his employee William Lang, 18yrs, unmarried (born 1833 blacksmith). |
| | MANNING | William | Blacksmith | 1796: William Manning blacksmith retired. Born about 1796 in Seaton, Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 55yrs, living in Fore St. Seaton with wife Lucy 60yrs (born Beer, Devon). Nieces Susan Stuart 27y & Eliza Stuart 10y. |
| | MANNING | William | Blacksmith | 1822: William Manning, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Bishopsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 29yrs, living in Clist Rd, St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary 43yrs (born Clist St Mary). Children: Jessy.F.J. 8yrs and Charles 14yrs (born 1837 blacksmith). William was older brother to blacksmith Charles Manning. They were part of a large family born to John and Elizabeth Manning in Bishopsteigton). Contact Pamela by. |
| | MARE | Thomas, John & William | Blacksmith | 1819: Thomas, John & William Mare, blacksmith and iron founders. Autograph letter from Messrs Thomas, John and William Mare, Plymouth Foundry, to the Plymouth and Dartmoor Railway Company, with tender for and drawings of cast iron rail. Also listed in Iron Workers Index. Contact Garry. |
| | MARKS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1832: Richard Marks, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1832 in South Tawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 9yrs, living in South Tawton with parents Bartholomew 50yrs and Ann 45yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 25yrs and Susanna 12yrs. In 1851 Richard is 19yrs, living in the village at Drewsteignton, Devon, employed by blacksmiths John & Reuben Smith. In 1861 Richard is 29yrs, unmarried, lodging in Stoke Fleming, Exeter with inn keepers Thomas and Betsy Martin and family. |
| | MARKS (MARQUE) | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Marks (Marque), blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Shaldon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, living in George Street, Exmouth, Withycombe, Rawleigh with wife (1) Sarah 20yrs (born Exeter St Thomas, Devon). In 1901 William is 72yrs, blacksmith retired, living in Littleham, Devon with wife (2) Emma 64yrs (born Exmouth). Also listed is Edmund G. Marque 25yrs. Sister-in-law: Eliza Start 73yrs. Grandson: Ernest. G.Murduck 2yrs. |
| | MARLEY | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1822: Edwin Marley, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 29yrs, unmarried, living in Smallridge, Axminster with parents George Marley 66yrs (carpenter) and Jane 64yrs. Servants: Edward Sansom 14yrs and Almon Sanson 9yrs. |
| | MARQUE (MARKS) | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Marque (Marks), blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Shaldon, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, living in George Street, Exmouth, Withycombe, Rawleigh with wife (1) Sarah 20yrs (born Exeter St Thomas, Devon). In 1901 William is 72yrs, blacksmith retired, living in Littleham, Devon with wife (2) Emma 64yrs (born Exmouth). Also listed is Edmund G. Marque 25yrs. Sister-in-law: Eliza Start 73yrs. Grandson: Ernest. G.Murduck 2yrs. |
| | MARSH | Charles | Blacksmith | 1823: Charles Marsh, blacksmith journeyman. Borna bout 1823 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 28yrs, living in 6 Stoke Lane, Plymouth with wife Sophia 30yrs (born Devonport, devon). Servant: Susan Monk 23yrs. |
| | MARSH | George | Blacksmith | 1808: George Marsh, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1808 in Hawkchurch, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 43yrs,livingin the village of Hawk Church, Tything Wildcourt, Devon with wife Susan 40yrs (born Netherbery, Dorset). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | MARSHALL | Charles (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1820: Charles Marshall (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles (Jnr) as 30yrs, living in Exeter Rd, Woodbury St Thomas with parents Charles 67yrs (born 1784 blacksmith master) & Elizabeth 72yrs. |
| | MARSHALL | Charles (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1784: Charles Marshall (Snr), blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1784 in Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles (Snr) as 67yrs, living in Exeter Rd, Woodbury St Thomas with wife Elizabeth 72yr (born Chittlehampton, Devon and son Charles 30yrs (born 1820 blacksmith). |
| | MARSHALL | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Marshall, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born 1807-1810 depending on the census info in Upottery, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living at Cooks Cottage, Upottery with wife Elizabeth 30ys (born Devon) and children Sarah 3yrs and John 1yr infant. In 1851 John is 44yrs (now blacksmith master), Elizabeth is 42yrs. Still in Upottery. Children: John 6yrs; Ann 3yrs; Robert 1yr infant. No mention of Sarah. Also James Burrough, 35yrs, unmarried (born 1816 blacksmith journeyman). |
| | MARSHALL | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Marshall, blacksmith journeyman. Borna out 1820 in Halwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, living in Bolterscombe, Totnes, Devon with parents John & Elizabeth (Farmers 250 acres). See census for list of siblings. |
| | MARSHALL | William | Blacksmith | 1809: William Marshall, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 42yrs, living in House, St.Thomas, Lympston, Devon with wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Dawlish, Devon) and daughters Susan 15yrs and Sarah 13yrs. |
| | MARSHALL | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Marshall, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Halwill, Devon, England. In 1881 William is 51yrs, living in Essex Street, Plymouth St Andrew, Devon with wife Jane 54yrs (born Yealmpton, Devon). Daughters: Susannah.B.G. Marshall 20yrs; Florence Marshall 18yrs; Ada Marhsall 16yrs. William’s occupation was Smith H.M.Dockyard (OH), the letters OH next means On Hamoaze - hence the Dockyard on the Hamoaze. The Hamoaze being a stretch of water. |
| | MARTAIN | William | Blacksmith | 1837: William Martain, blacksmith. Borna bout 1837 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living at 21 Galpin Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon. Parents Samuel & Elizabeth. See census 1851 for siblings listed. |
| | MARTIN | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Martin, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George )Jnr) as 16yrs, living in Higher Crowden, Okehampton, Devon. Apprentice with George LAvis (Snr. Born 1819 balcksmith) and Mary Ann Lavis. |
| | MARTIN | Gustavus | Blacksmith | 1833: Gustavus Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Stoke Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Gustavus as 18yrs, living in Stoke Fleming Village Dragon Green, Kingsbridge, Devon with parents Thomas (born 1806 blacksmith) and Betsey Martin. |
| | MARTIN | James | Blacksmith | 1827: James Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1827, London Vauxhall-London, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 24yrs, a prisoner at I-Norwich Castle, Castle Hill, Norwich , Norfolk. Listed in the Blacksmiths of Norfolk and Prisoenrs Indexes. |
| | MARTIN | John | Blacksmith | 1771: John Martin blacksmith retired. Born about 1771 in Berry Pomery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 80yrs, living in Winner Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth 73yrs (born Paington, Devon). |
| | MARTIN | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Martin, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 16yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith William Barratt 67yrs in Mount Pleasant, Plympton St Mary, Devon. |
| | MARTIN | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, lodging in Brook Street, Tavistock, Devon with Innkeeper Mary Reddalls and her son Robert. |
| | MARTIN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1817: Richard Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 34yrs, living in Lane Court, East Stonehouse, Devon with wife Elizabeth 34yrs (born Milton Abbott, Devon). Children: Ann 13yrs, Mary 8yrs, Richard 5yrs. |
| | MARTIN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 60yrs, living in Elbow lane, Tavistock, Devon with wife Rachael 66yrs (born Tavistock). Listed as their son is: William Jessop 22yrs, unmarried ag. labouer. |
| | MARTIN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1806: Thomas Martin, blacksmith, farmer and inn keeper. Born about 1806 in Stoke Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 45yrs, living in Stoke Fleming Village Dragon Green, Kingsbridge with wife Betsey 51yrs (born Stoke Fleming) and son Gustavus (born 1833 blacksmith). |
| | MARTIN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1800: Thomas Martin, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Key, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, living in Bryans Cottage Mill Street, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 50yrs (born Pernwill, Cornwall). Children: Elizabeth.J. 21yrs; John.H. 10yrs; Charles 13yrs; Thomas 9yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MARTIN | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Brentnor, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, unmarried. Living with and apprenticed to his uncle Roger Rice(Snr), at Carpenters Shop Cottage, Lamerton, Devon. See Wheelwrights Index for uncle and cousins. |
| | MARTIN | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in St Austle, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 28yrs, living in York lane, Plymouth, Devon with wife Susan (born St Austle). Children: Thomas 7yrs; Elizabeth. J. 4yrs; John 3yrs; William 2yrs; Harriett under 1yr infant. |
| | MARTIN | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Martin, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Trushelton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists 21yrs, living in Higher Crowden, Okehampton, Devon. Apprentice with George Lavis 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith) and Mary Ann Lavis 36yrs. |
| | MARTIN | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Martin, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Yealmbridge, Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, living in Yealmbridge with parents William & Sarah and his brother Joseph 18yrs (labourer). |
| | MARTYN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1834: Thomas Martyn, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 17yrs, living in Tinney, Tavistock, Devon. Apprentice to Wm & Mary Stacey family (blacksmiths). |
| | MASON | George | Blacksmith | 1800: George Mason, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Launceston, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 51yrs,living at 33 Barley Market Street, Tavistock, Devon with wife Jane 49yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Elizabeth 22yrs; William 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); John 18yrs(farrier); Ann 16yrs; Charles 13yrs; Edwin 11yrs. Granddaughter: Ellenora Mason 1yr infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MASON | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Mason, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, living at 29 Barley Market Street, Tavistock with wife Elizabeth 22yrs (born Tavistock) and son Thomas 1month infant. |
| | MASON | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Mason, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, living at 33 Barley Market Street, Tavistock, Devon with his parents George 51yrs (born 1800 blacksmith) and Jane 49yrs. Siblings: : Elizabeth 22yrs; John 18yrs (in farriers index); Ann 16yrs; Charles 13yrs; Edwin 11yrs. Granddaughter: Ellenora Mason 1yr infant. |
| | MASON | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Mason, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living at Morwellham Quay, Devon with wife Sarah 33yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Thomas 7yrs; William 5yrs; John 3yrs; Richard 1yr. |
| | MATHEWS | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: John Mathews (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1834, Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, at 49 Claremont Street, Plymouth, Devon. See Blacksmiths of Devon parents John & Charity Mathews and sister Amelia 12yrs. |
| | MATHEWS | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1803: John Mathews (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1803, Cameford, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Snr) as 49yrs, living at 49 Claremont Street, Plymouth, with wife Charity 49yrs (born Alternun, Cornwall). Children: Amelia 12yrs and John 17yrs (blacksmith). |
| | MATTHEWS | Gilbert | Blacksmith | 1823: Gilbert Matthews, blacksmith. Born about 1823, Colaton Raleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Gilbert as 28yrs, at Poppham Farm House, Colaton. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents John & Sarah Mathews (blacksmiths). |
| | MATTHEWS | John | Blacksmith | 1799: John Matthews, blacksmith. Born about 1799, Colaton Raleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 52yrs, at Poppham Farm House, Colaton with wife Sarah 60yrs (born Budleigh, Devon). Children: Gilbert 28yrs (blacksmith) and Elizabeth 19yrs. |
| | MATTHEWS | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Matthews , blacksmith. Born about 1809, North Huish, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists 42yrs, at the Village, Newton Abbott, Devon, with wife E. 31yrs (born Ipplepen, Devon). Daughter: M. Matthews 5yrs. Son: R. Matthews 1yr infant. Mother-in-law: E. Blackler 73yrs, pauper. |
| | MATTHEWS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1810: Richard Matthews, blacksmith. Born about 1810, Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 41yrs, a prisoner at 1-Sheriffs Ward for Debtors, Apostle,St.Thomas, Devon. Listed in the Blacksmiths of Devon and Prisoners Indexes. |
| | MATTHEWS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1820: Robert Matthews, blacksmith. Born about 1820, Malborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 31yrs, at Lower baston, Marlborough, Kingsbridge, Devon. Visiting Elizabeth Putt 54yrs and her son Josiah (Shipwright). |
| | MATTHEWS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1811: Samuel Matthews, blacksmith. Born about 1811, Mevagissey, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 40yrs, at Duke Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Ann 40yrs (born Stonehouse Devon) and son William Matthews 16yrs (born Plymouth) a shipwrights apprentice. The 1861 census lists Samuel as 51yrs and Ann 50yrs. Samuel is working as HM Dock Yards. |
| | MATTHEWS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1805: Thomas Matthews,blacksmith. Born about 1805, St Mary Church, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 46yrs, at Old Road, Marychurch, Devon, with wife Margret 41yrs (born St.Mary Church). |
| | MATTHEWS | Wm. | Blacksmith | 1821: Wm.Matthews, blacksmith. Born about 1821, Stoke Gabriel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Wm as 30yrs, at 3 Princess Street, Ope, Devonport, Devon, with wife Grace 29yrs (born Stoke Gabriel) and daughter Elizabeth 2yrs. |
| | MAUNDER | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1818: Edwin Maunder, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 33yrs, living in Sheppherd Buildings, Exmouth, Withycombe, Rawleigh, Devon with wife Ann 38yrs (born Littleham) and children: Maria 5y; John 4y; Mary 2yrs. |
| | MAUNDER | Francis | Blacksmith | 1799: Francis Maunder, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 52yrs, living at No.1.Smith's Row, Littleham In St Thomas, Devon with wife Eliza 49yrs (born Branscombe) and children: Elizabeth 23yrs and John 15yrs. |
| | MAUNDER | John | Blacksmith | 1792: John Maunder, blacksmith. Borna bout 1792 in Salcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 59yrs, living in Withycombe, Rawleigh, Devon with wife Ann 40yrs (born Budleigh, Devon) and daughters Elenor 21yrs and Eliza 17yrs |
| | MAY | Edward | Blacksmith | 1830: Edward May, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Holcombe Rogus, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Edward as 11yrs, lodging and ?working with John and Ann Greenslade at Throwcoombe, Stoodley, Devon. In 1851 Edward is 20yrs, living at Pound Hill, Wellington, Devon with parents William 59yrs (born 1792 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 56yrs. |
| | MAY | Francis | Blacksmith | 1823: Francis May, blacksmith. Born about 1923 in born Saint Giles, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 28yrs, living in St Giles Village, Torrington, Devon. Wife: Fanny 26yrs (born St Giles). Children: John 5yrs; Mary 3yrs; William Henry 1yr. |
| | MAY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1791: Henry May, blacksmith master. Born about 1791 in Chittlehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 60yrs, living in Honeston Lane 4 Normans Court, Bideford, Devon with wife Elizabeth 66yrs (born Bideford) and son Robert 22yrs (born 1829 blacksmith). |
| | MAY | James | Blacksmith | 1823: James May, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Holcombe Rogus, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 28yrs, lodging in Holcombe Village, Pound Hill, Wellington, Devon. Lodges with Mary Bowerman. |
| | MAY | John | Blacksmith | 1789: John May, blacksmith. Born about 1789,where? not in Devon. The 1841 UK census lists John as 52yrs, living at Victoria Lane, Willocks Cottages, Plymouth parish of St Charles the Martyr. Wife: Mary 50y (not born in DEV). Also listed is Mary Amy 12yrs. Joseph Spark 25yrs and Eliza Spark 25yrs. |
| | MAY | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John May, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Manaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, lodging in Forder Street, Newton Abbot, Devon. Lodging with wheelwright William Cann & family. |
| | MAY | John Gloyn | Blacksmith | 1823: John Gloyn May, blacksmith. Borna bout 1823 in Lydford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living in the village, Lydford with wife Wilmot 25yrs (born Broadwoodwedges, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 4yrs; Thomas 3yrs; James 2yrs. |
| | MAY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1787: Richard May, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Duloe, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 64yrs, living at 12 St Mary Street, East Stonehouse with daughter Prudence Lend 28yrs and grandson John Lend 2yrs. Richard is listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MAY | Robert | Blacksmith | 1829: Robert May, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list Robert as 22yrs,living in Honeston Lane 4 Normans Court,Bideford with parents Henry 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 66yrs. |
| | MAY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1800: Thomas May, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs,living in York Street, Plymouth, Devon. Married but no family listed. Apprentice: Daniel Williams 16yrs. |
| | MAY | William | Blacksmith | 1792: William May, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Hockworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 59yrs, living at Pound Hill, Wellington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 56yrs (born Stoodley, Devon). Son: Edward May 20 (blacksmith). Daughter-in-law: Elizabeth Chelcott 32yrs, widow. Grandchildren: Edith Chelcott 7yr; Alfred Chelcott 4yrs; George Chelcott 1yr. |
| | MAY | William | Blacksmith | 1792: William May, blacksmith master, employs 1 labourer. Born about 1792 in Launcells, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 59yrs, Elizabeth is 65yrs (born Langtree, Devon), living in Saint Giles Village, Torrington, Devon, Visitors: Thomas Turner 63yrs (ag. labourer) and Elizabeth Turner 55yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MAYNE | Richd | Blacksmith | 1819: Richard Mayne, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Egloskerre, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 32yrs, living in 25 James Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Wife: Elizth. 34yrs (born Braford, Devon). Children: Kezia 8yr; Chas.6yrs; Thos. 2ys. Richard is listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | McANDREWS | George | Blacksmith | 1825: George McAndrews, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists George as 25yrs, lodging at 44 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon. Lodges with William & Mary Gay & family. |
| | McCOURT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1827: Robert McCourt, blacksmith journeyman, Gnr. Driver. Borna bout 1827 in Armagh, Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 24yrs, at 1-Frederick & Legonier Squares Artillery Barracks, Stoke Damerel, Devon. |
| | McPHERSON | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John McPherson, blacksmith journeyman, Gnr. Driver. Born about 1830 in Inverness, Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, at 1-Frederick & Legonier Squares Artillery Barracks, Stoke Damerel, Devon. |
| | MEADE | John | Blacksmith | 1795: John Meade, master blacksmith. Born about 1795, Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 45, at East Street, Ashburton; with son Samuel 15yrs. Others listed: William Routley 45yrs; Elizabeth Routley 40yrs and Elizabeth Routley 9yrs. In 1851 John is 56yrs, at East Street, Ashburton, Devon; with wife Mary 49yrs (born Ilsington, Devon). |
| | MEADE | John | Blacksmith | 1803: John Mead, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Bovey Tracey, Devon England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 48yrs, at Pinchaford, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Sarah 50yrs (born Dittisham, Devon). Also listed is daughter Mary Meade 21yrs; son Edwin Meade 4y; daughter Elizabeth Lark (nee Mead) 24yrs; Grandson Charles Lark 4 months infant. Lodger: Blacksmith James Tailor 22yrs. The 1861 UK census lists John as 58yrs a widower living in Widecombe (where he lived until 1881). Also listed is his daughter Elizabeth Larke (nee Mead) 34yrs, widow. Grandchildren: Edwin Larke 15yrs (blacksmith); James 8yrs (blacksmith); John 6yrs (blacksmith); George 3yrs; Albert 2yrs; Sarah under 1yr (infant) . Lodger: Elias Leaman 24yrs, unmarried, labourer. Contact Joan by |
| | MEDLAND | John | Blacksmith | 1814: John Medland, blacksmith. Born about 1814, Lanson , Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 30yrs, at 37 John Street, Morice Town, Devon; with wife Catharine 27yrs (born Lanson). |
| | MEDLAND | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Medland, blacksmith master, employs 1 man, 1 boy. Born about 1829 in Stoke Dameral, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard 13yrs, living in Tavistock Street, Stoke Dameral. Also listed is his mother Elizabeth 45yrs. Siblings: Emma 25yrs; George 15yrs; Priscilla 8yrs. In 1851 Richard is 22yrs, living at 30 New Street, Plymouth, Devon with his mother Elizabeth 56yrs (widow) and brother John Medland 34yrs (a baker). |
| | MEECH | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Meech, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Dorset, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 50yrs, wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Dorset), living in Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset. Children: George 15yrs; James 14yrs; Mary 13yrs; Hannah 11yrs. |
| | MELUISH | William | Blacksmith | 1812: William Meluish, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1812 in Chudleigh, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 39yrs, living in Stabbs Court, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon with wife Susan 39yr (born Kingsteigmton, Cornwall). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MERRIFIELD | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Merrifield, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 16yrs, living at No 27 Barley Market Street, Tavistock, Devon. Parents: John & Besey Merrifield and sister Sarah 6yrs. |
| | MERRIFIELD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Merrifield, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 22yrs, lodging with Robert Esterbrook and family ay Merravale Bridge & Cottages, Whitchurch, Devon. |
| | MERRIFIELD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1813: Robert Merrifield, blacksmith master, employs 4 men & 5 children. Born about 1813 in Oakhampton , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 38yrs, kliving in Mill Street, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Keron 38yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: Robert.H. 1yr. Servant: Sarah Barnes 16yrs. Visitor: Louisa Martin 15yrs. |
| | METTERS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1827: Robert Metters, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 24yrs, visiting Elizabeth Prin and her daughter Lowisa at the village Whitchurch, Devon. Also present: Mary Ann Metters 18yrs dressmaker. |
| | MICHAELS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1845: Thomas Michaels, blacksmith. Botn about 1845 in East Ogwell, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists Thomas as 16yrs, lodging with blacksmith Richard Taylor 26yrs (born 1825) and Esther 21yrs in Broadhempson. |
| | MIFFORD | John.T. | Blacksmith | 1833: John. T. Mifford, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 18yrs, living in Newcourt Cottage, St Thomas, Topsham. Parents: William & Mary Mifford (farm labourer). |
| | MILLER | George | Blacksmith | 1805: George Miller, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Broadclist, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 46yrs, living at Ashclist, Broad Clist, St Thomas with wife Charlotte 50yrs (born Broadclist). Children: Esther 14yrs; Georgeina 10yrs; John 8yrs. |
| | MILLER | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Miller, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about1810 in Woolfardisworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Hartland Village, Devon with wife Elizabeth 40yrs (born Hartland). Children: Richard 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith) and Ann. M. 8yrs. Uncle: William Williams 78yrs, widower, Chelsea Pensioner. Cousins: Susanna Williams 20yrs, Mary. C. Williams 3mths infant. |
| | MILLER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Miller, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1834 in Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 17yrs, living in Hartland Village, Devon with parents John (born 1810 blacksmith) & Eliz. Miller and sister Ann. M. 8yrs. Uncle: William Williams 78yrs, widower, Chelsea Pensioner. Cousins: Susanna Williams 20yrs, Mary. C. Williams 3mths infant. |
| | MILLMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Millman, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Sourton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrsliving in Dartmoor Inn, Tavistock, Devon. Wife: Hannah 23yrs (born Lewtranchard, Devon). Son: William 2 months infant. Staying with in-laws George & Susanna Blatchford. See census 1851 for extended family. |
| | MILLMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1800: Thomas Millman, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, living in the Village, Lydford, Devon with wife Jane 47yrs (born Lydford) and 5 children listed. |
| | MINIFIE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1833: Jospeh Minifie, master blacksmith, master wheelwright, employs 2 blacksmiths and 2 wheelwrights. Born about 1833, Bd Hembury, Devon, England. The 1451 UK census lists Joseph as 8yrs, living with parents master blacksmith Robert and Alice MInifie, in Honiton-DEV. In 1851 Joseph is 18yrs, still living/working with parents. See Blacksmiths Of Devon for family members. The 1861 census lists Joseph as 28yrs, still in Broadhembury ; wife Elizabeth 24yrs (born Broadhembury). Also listed is employee blacksmith John Elston 20yrs, unmarried (born Ottery St Mary). Contact Angela by. |
| | MINIFIE | Joseph (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1826: Joseph Minifie (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1826, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joseph as 25yrs,living at Rawridge, Upottery Parish, Devon. Wife Mary 25yrs and son William 8 months infant. Also listed is John Percy 11yrs. 1851 Joseph is 18yrs, unmarried, living in Honiton. I can’t see him on 1861 census. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his father Joseph (Snr). The name is sometimes spelt Minifee or Minifey. Contact Angela by. |
| | MINIFIE | Joseph (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1779: Joseph Minifie (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1779 in Devon, England. A blacksmith in Broadhembury, Devon. The name is sometimes spelt Minifee or Minifey. Contact Angela by. |
| | MINIFIE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1809: Robert Minifie, master blacksmith, farmer 39 acres, employs 1 man & his own son. Born about 1809, Bd Hembury Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 30yrs, living at Broadhembury, Devon with wife Alice 25yrs (born Luppitt, Devon).. Children: Joseph Minifie 8yrs and John Mose Minifie 1yr infant. In 1851 Robert is 42yrs, living in Honiton Broadhembury; Alice 35yrs. Children: Joseph 18y (see blacksmiths of Devon) and John 11y. 1961: Robert 52yrs; Alice 46yrs and son mark 8yrs. Nice Jane Bradley Moore 12yrs. Contact Angela by. |
| | MITCHELL | Charles | Blacksmith | 1812: Charles Mitchell, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Broad Clist, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 39yrs, living in Old House Cottage, Broad Clist, St Thomas with wife Elizabeth 44yrs (born Broad Clist) and son George.R.P. 3yr. Father-on-law William Palmer widower 70yrs. |
| | MITCHELL | George | Blacksmith | 1787: George Mitchell, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1787 in Broad Clist, St Lawrence, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 64yrs,living in Sowdens, Broad Clist, St Thomas with wife Elizabeth 56yrs( born Thorverton, Devon). |
| | MITCHELL | James | Blacksmith | 1836: James Mitchell, blacksmith apprentice. Born about1836 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 15yrs, living in Stevens Cottages, Torrington, Devon. Apprenticed to his brother Samuel Mitchell 32yrs. Parents: James & Joanna Mitchell (Ag.Labs). |
| | MITCHELL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1819: Samuel Mitchell, blacksmith master, employs 1 apprentice (his brother). Born about 1819 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 32yrs, living in Stevens Cottages, Torrington, Devon. Employs his brother James (born 1836 apprentice). Parents: James & Joanna Mithcell (ag.Labs). See census 1851 for others listed. |
| | MITCHELL | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1796: Samuel Mitchell, blacksmith. Born about1796 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 55yrs, living at Lower Town, Torrington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 54yrs (born Winkleigh). Children: Richard 16yrs, Eliza 13yrs, Samuel 11yrs, Susanna 8yrs. Brother-in-law: Richard Rowe 38yrs (Ag.Lab). |
| | MITCHELL | William | Blacksmith | 1838: William Mitchell, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Willington, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists William as 23yrs, unmarried, living in Membury, Devon with his uncle James Vincent 60yrs (born 1800 blacksmith) and aunt Ann 60yrs and cousin James Vincent 21yrs (born 1840 blacksmith). |
| | MITHERELL | Alan.B. | Blacksmith | 1800: Alan. B. Mitherell, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Paington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Alan as 50yrs,living in Culverhay St, Totnes, Devon with wife Susan 42yrs (born Paington). See census 1851 for 6 daughters listed. |
| | MOAST (NAIN) | Richard | Blacksmith | 1832: Richard Moast (Nain), blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 19yrs, living in Nattcot Lane Cottage, Bideford, Devon. Mother: Mary Moast 66yrs. Stepfather: Thomas Moast 66yrs. |
| | MOGRIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Mogridge, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Shobrooke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, llodgin with Samuel & Mary Ann Coneybe, in Exwick Village, St Thomas, Apostle, Devon. |
| | MOLTON | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1804: Thomas Molton, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1804 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 47yrs, living in Barnstaple Street, Bideford, Devon with wife Mary 49yrs (born Hartland, Devon). Sons: William 21yrs (Joiner Journeyman) & Thomas 15yrs (Shoe Maker Ap). |
| | MOODY | William | Blacksmith | 1792: William Moody, blacksmith in Barton Stacey, Devon, England. William and his wife Miriam Mersh were my 5th Great Grandparents. It was from his shop that a spark escaped which resulted in burning down most of the town of Barton Stacey. I have written private books on my family history and I am constantly updating them. I have chapters on William and Moody and The Great Fire of 1792, which I can make available. Contact Garry by |
| | MOON | James | Blacksmith | 1800: James Moon, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Calstock, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 51yrs,living at No. 32 Barley Market Street, Tavistock, Devon with wife Elizabeth 46yrs (born Devonport, Devon) and sons James 7yrs & Joseph.T. 1yr infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MOOR | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Moor, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 21yrs, living in Moors Shop, Whitchurch, Devon with parents Walter 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith, farmer) and Mary 55yrs. Siblings: Walter 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith); Fanny 19yrs and James 15yrs. |
| | MOOR | Walter (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1825: Walter Moor (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Walter (Jnr) as 26yrs, living in Moors Shop, Whitchurch, Devon with parents Walter 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith, farmer) and Mary 55yrs. Siblings: Thomas 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Fanny 19yrs and James 15yrs. |
| | MOOR | Walter (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1797: Walter Moor (Snr), blacksmith and farmer 10 acres. Born about 1797 in Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Walter (Snr) as 54yrs, living at Moors Shop, Whitchurch, Devon with wife Mary 55yrs (born Ashwater). Children: Walter 26yrs(born 1825 blacksmith), Thomas 21yrs(born 1830 blacksmith), Fanny 19yrs, James 15yrs. |
| | MOORE | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Moore, blacksmith. Born about 1830-31 in Oakhampton, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists James as 30yrs, unmarried, visiting the Paltridge family at Frog Street, St Edmund, Exeter, Devon. 1861: James is 30yrs, unmarried, visiting the Paltridge family at Frog Street, St Edmund, Exeter, Devon. |
| | MOORE | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Moore ,Blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Bradworthy, BIdeford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in Bradworthy Village,with his father James Moore 46yrs, widower (cordwainer) and his brother Joshua 5yrs. |
| | MOORE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1835: Samuel Moore, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Kingsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs, living in Ventiford, Newton Abbot, Devon. Apprentice with James & Maryann Murrin. |
| | MOORE | William | Blacksmith | 1793: William Moore, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Saint Giles, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 58yrs, living in North Lane, Okehampton, Devon with wife Betty 53yrs (born Okehampton, Devon). Children: Jane 28yrs, James 20yrs, John 14yrs. |
| | MORGAN | Bernard | Blacksmith | 1787: Bernard Morgan, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists Bernard as 64yrs, living at 4 Monument Lane, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Ann 60yrs (born Devon). Son: William 14yrs. Nephew: Robt. 7yrs (lodger). |
| | MORGAN | Peter | Blacksmith | 1822: Peter Morgan, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Aveton Gifford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 29yrs, living at 129 Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, Devon. Wife: Egenoria 35yrs (born Newton Ferrers, Devon). Children: Abraham 7yrs, John 5yrs, Mary 9yrs. |
| | MORGAN | Peter | Blacksmith | 1785: Peter Morgan, blacksmith. Born about 1785 in Bigbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 66yrs, living at 25 Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, Devon. Wife: Betsey 67yrs (born Denbury, devon) and granddaughter Rebecca Morgan 13yrs |
| | MORGAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1833: Thomas Morgan (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Barum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 18yrs, living in Tuly Street, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents: Thos 65yrs (born 1786 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 64yrs. Siblings: John 21yrs, William 16yrs, Jane 12yrs, Agness 9yrs. |
| | MORGAN | Thos. | Blacksmith | 1786: Thomas Morgan (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Barum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas 65yrs, living in Tuly Street, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 64yrs (born Barum). Children: John 21yrs (shoemaker), Thomas 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith), William 16yrs, Jane 12yrs, Agness 9yrs. |
| | MORGAN | William | Blacksmith | 1811: William Morgan, blacksmith. Born about 1811, Modbury, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at West Alvington, Kingsbridge, Devon; with wife Ann 41yrs (born West Alvington). Children: Margaret 11yrs; William 9yrs; Jamima 6yrs; Albert 9yrs. Lodger: William Mann 20yrs (blacksmith journeyman). In 1861 William is 60yrs, at West Alvington village; Ann 41yrs. Children: William 19yrs , unmarried (blacksmith); Jemina 16yrs; Albert 11yrs; Amos 5yrs; Sidney 1y infant. Also listed apprentice blacksmiths John Crancg 16yrs. |
| | MORRIS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1788: Thomas Morris, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in West Looe, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 63yrs, living at 22 Green Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary 69yrs (born Liverpool, Lancashire). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | MORRISH | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Morrish (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs, living in Stone Village,Torrington, Devon with wife Sarah 45yrs (born Monkleigh, Devon). See census 1851 for several family members including 2 sons John (Born 1835 blacksmith) and Thomas (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | MORRISH | John | Blacksmith | 1835: John Morrish (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John 16yrs, living in Stone Village, Torrington, Devon. Parents: John 47yrs (born 1804 blacksmith) and Sarah 45yrs. See census 1851 for several family members including his brother Thomas (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | MORRISH | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Morrish, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Littleham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 21yrs, living in Stone Village, Torrington, Devon. Parents: John 47yrs (born 1804 blacksmith) and Sarah 45yrs. See census 1851 for several family members including his brother John (born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | MORTIMER | John | Blacksmith | 1878: John Mortimer, blacksmith. Born about 1878 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, living at Pavilion Place, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon with wife Mary Ann 27yrs (born Macclesfield, Cheshire). |
| | MORTIMER | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Mortimer, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Stoke Fleming, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living in Stoke Fleming Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Ann 30yrs (born Stoke Fleming). Children: Mary Jane 5yrs, William Henry 3yrs, Maria Louisa 10mths infant. |
| | MORTIMORE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1799: Joseph Mortimore, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 52yrs, living at 35 Paris Street, Exeter, St Sidwell, Devonshire with wife Grace 60yrs (born Crediton) and daughter Emma 20yrs (a bootbinder). |
| | MORTIMORE | Mark | Blacksmith | 1836: Mark Mortimore, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1836 in Southtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mark as 15yrs, living in Spitlar, South Tawton Okehampton, Devon with his mother Mary Mortimer 61yrs and sister Harriet 19yrs. |
| | MORTIMORE | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Mortimore, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in North Tawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, living in Okehampton Street, North Tawton, Devon. Mother: Jane Mortimore, 58yrs widow, pauper. Siblings: Samuel Mortimore 29yrs, Jane Mortimore 24yrs, Elizabeth Mortimore 17yrs. Visitor: Thomas Treneman 7yrs. |
| | MOUNCE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Mounce, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Milton Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, living at Hores Stone, Buckland Brewer, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Langtree, Devon). Children: Mary Jane 10yrs, John 8yr, William 5yrs, Elizabeth 3yrs, Caroline 3mths infant. |
| | MOUNTJOY | John | Blacksmith | 1815: John Mountjoy, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1815 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 36yrs, living in Coldharbour, Ullculme, Cullompton, Devon with wife Jane 36yrs (born Devonport, Devon). Children: Claudene 3yrs, Elizabeth 1y, George 6mths infant. |
| | MOUNTJOY | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1818: Nicholas Mountjoy,blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1818 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 33yrs, living in High Street, Bideford, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Bideford). Children: John 11yrs, Julia 9yrs, William 3yrs, Charles 10mths infant. |
| | MOXEY | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Moxey, blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Northtawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 51yrs, living in Olilitiah, Okehampton, Devon. Lodges with Agness Underhill & family. |
| | MUDGE | Edward | Blacksmith | 1820: Edward Mudge, blacksmith. Borna bout 1820 in Petter Tavy (north east of Tavistock), Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 30yrs, living at Black Down, Milton Abbot, Devon with wife Mary 32yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Charles. E. A. 7yrs and Emma. A . 6yrs. |
| | MUDGE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1810: Robert Mudge, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Cornwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 40yrs, living at 10 Poundwell Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 41yrs (born Modbury). Children: Agnes 13yrs,Robert 10yrs, Philip 8yrs, Jane 4yrs, Louisa 9yrs. |
| | MULES | Rob. | Blacksmith | 1781: Rob.Mules, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1781 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 70yrs, living at Bell Meadow, Barnstaple, Devon. Working: Parish Pay Blacksmith Labourer. Wife: Elizth. 60yrs (born Tawton, Devon). Daughter: Susan Mules 18yrs (Dressmaker). Nephew: John Mules 8yrs. |
| | MULLY | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Mully, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1834 in Topsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living at White, St Thomas,Topsham with grandfather John Harris 76yrs (born 1775 blacksmith). His mother Ann Mully nee Harris 46yrs). Siblings: Mary. A. Mully 11yrs; John Mully 6yrs. Cousin James Harris 26yrs (nephew of John Harris). |
| | MUMFORD | John | Blacksmith | 1788: John Munford, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Plympton St.Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 63yrs, living at Wrangaton Smiths Shop, Ugborough, Totnes, Devon with wife Mary 62yrs (born Modbury, devon) and daughter Eliza 32yrs. |
| | MUNFORD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1814: Thomas Munford, blacksmith master. Born about 1814 in Plympton St.Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 37yrs, living at Rooks & Rogers Farm, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Ann 37yrs (born Cornwood, Devon). Children: Thomas 11yrs, John 9yrs, Louisa 5yrs, Samuel 3yrs. |
| | MURCH | George | Blacksmith | 1798: George Murch (Snr), blacksmith master, wheelwright, employs 7 men. Born about 1798 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 53yrs, a widower, living in Mill Street, Chagford, Oakhampton. Children: George 26yrs (wheelwright), William 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith); James 13yrs, Fanny 23yrs; Mary 17yrs; Jane 8yrs. Others listed: George Maunder 14yrs (wheelwright app). George Barker 18yrs (blacksmith app). Thomas Lovis 29yrs (wheelwright app). |
| | MURCH | Henry | Blacksmith | 1834: Henry Murch, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Throwleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 17yrs, living in Murchington Devon with his parents William Murch 50yrs (born 1800 blacksmith) and Sarah 49yrs. Siblings: 6 listed on 1851 census. |
| | MURCH | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Murch, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Mill Street, Chagford, Oakhampton with his family. Father: George Murch 53yrs a widower (born 1798 master blacksmith & wheelwright). Siblings: George 26yrs (wheelwright); James 13yrs; Fanny 23yrs; Mary 17yrs; Jane 8yrs. Others listed: George Maunder 14yrs (wheelwright app). George Barker 18yrs (blacksmith app). Thomas Lovis 29yrs (wheelwright app). |
| | MURCH | William | Blacksmith | 1800: William Murch, blacksmith master. Born about 1800 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living in Murchington, Devon with wife Sarah 49yrs (born Chagford). See census 1851 for 7 children listed including Henry 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). |
| | MURLEY | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Murley, blacksmith. Born about 1826,AShwater, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living with and apprentice to William Harrie and family, at Ashwater, Devon. |
| | MURRIN | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Murrin, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Teigngrace, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 31yrs, living in Ventiford, Newton Abbot, Devon. Wife: Maryann 30yrs (born Plymouth). Children: Emma 8yrs,Amelia 7yrs,Jane 2yrs. Apprentice: Samuel Moore 16yrs. |
| | MUTTER | James | Blacksmith | 1799: James Mutter, master blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Widworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 52yrs, a widower living at Whits, Willmington Widworthy,Honiton, Devon . Children: Emma 25y,James 20y. Contact Terry by |
| | MUTTER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Mutter, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Offwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 32yrs, living at the White Hart Inn, Offwell, Honiton, Devon with wife Mary 24yrs (born Offwell). Children: John 3y; Elziabeth M.1y; Emma 1mth infant. Contact Terry by |
| | MUXWORTHY | George | Blacksmith | 1818: George Muxworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Yarnscombe, Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 33yrs, living at Pt of Sparks Cottages, Yarnscombe with wife Ann 34yrs (born Yarnscombe). Children: William 9yrs, John 7yrs, George 7yrs, Grace 1yr. |
| | MUXWORTHY | William | Blacksmith | 1788: William Muxworthy, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Yarnscombe, Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 63yrliving at Pt of Sparks Cottages, Yarnscombe with wife Grace 62yrs (born Alverdiscott, Devon) and daughter Jane Muxworthy 25yrs. |
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