| Surname | Given Name | Trade | History |
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| | NAIN (MOAST) | Richard | Blacksmith | 1832: Richard Main (Moast), blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1832 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 19yrs, living in Nattcot Lane Cottage, Nattcot Lane, Bideford, Devon. Mother: Mary Moast 66yrs. Stepfather: Thomas Moast 66yrs. |
| | NEAL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1789: Thomas Neal, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1789 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 62yrs, living at 6 Russell Street, Plymouth with wife Eliza 46yrs (born Plymouth). In 1861 Thomas is 73yrs, Eliza 58yrs, living in Plymouth parish of St Andrew. |
| | NEALE | William | Blacksmith | 1807: William Neale, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in ?. Listed as a British Subject. 1851 UK census lists William as 44yrs, living at Paytons, Honiton, Devon with wife Tryphena 41yrs (born Branscombe, Devon) and children: Jane 13y, Elizabeth 10y and Charles 7y. In 1861 William is 56yrs, Tryphena 53yrs, still in Honiton. Children: none listed. |
| | NEATHERWAY | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Neatherway, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Exbourne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Church Stile, Exbourne, Devon with wife Mary 37yrs born Beaford, Devon). |
| | NEATHERWAY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Neatherway, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Jacobstow, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 21yrs, living in Neatherways Cottage, Exbourne, Devon with parents William 61yrs (1790 blacksmith) and Mary 64yrs Neatherway. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | NEATHERWAY | William | Blacksmith | 1790: William Neatherway, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Jacobstow, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 61yrs, living in Neatherways Cottage, Exbourne, Devon. Wife: Mary 65yrs (born Jacobstow). Children: Thomas 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith), Harry 35yrs; Rebecca 23yr; ,Mary 32yrs. Grandson: William Norman 7months infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | NECK | Samuel (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1835: Samuel Neck (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Kingskerwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel (Jnr) as 16yrs, living at Southernay House, Newton Abbot, Devon with parents Samuel (born 1806 blacksmith) & Elizabeth Neck. |
| | NECK | Samuel (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1806: Samuel Neck (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Kingskerwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel (Snr) as 45yrs, living in Southernay House, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Kingskerwell). They had several children including Samuel (Jnr, born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | NEEDS | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1836: John Needs (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Heavitree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Jnr) as 15yrs, living in Polsloe Cottage, St Thomas, Heavitree with parents John (born 1820 blacksmith) and Maria Rice Needs. Possibly changed trade later in life ?railway signalman 1861. |
| | NEEDS | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1820: John Needs (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (Snr) as 30yrs, living in Polsloe Cottage, St Thomas, Heavitree, Devon with wife Maria Rice Needs 29yrs (born Heavitree). Children: John (born 1836 blacksmith); Susannah 12yrs; Harriet 4yrs; Charles 3yrs; Philip 1yr infant. In 1861 John is 46yrs, Maria 45yrs, living in Clifton Street, Exeter. Children: Harriet 15yrs; Charles 13yrs; Philip 11yrs; Hercules 9yrs; James Rice Needs 4yrs. |
| | NERCO | Henry | Blacksmith | 1787: Henry Nerco, blacksmith superannuated. Born about 1787 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 64yrs, living at 14 Waterloo Street, Devonport. Henry worked at the Dock yards. Living with daughter Mary and son-in-law Wm. G. Townsend and grandchildren. |
| | NEWBERRY | James (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1836: James Newberry (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Broadwoodwidger, Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 15yrs, living at Cross Green, Broadwoodwidger with his parents James (born 105 blacksmith) and Sally Newberry plus siblings. |
| | NEWBERRY | James (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1805: James Newberry (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 46yrs, living at Cross Green, Broadwoodwidger wife Sally 46yrs (born Broadwoodwidger). Children: James 15yrs (born 1836 app. blacksmith), Mary Ann 12yrs, Joanna 10yrs, Thomas 8yrs, Job (twin) 3yrs, Samuel (twin) 3yrs, Sarah 1yr. |
| | NEWBERRY | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Newberry, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Broadwoodwidger, Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, lodging in Ottery, Ottery, Tavistock, Devon with John Hawkins & family. |
| | NEWBERY | Henry | Blacksmith | 1808: Henry Newberry, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Widworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 43yrs, living in St Thomas Woodbury, Aylesbeare, Devon. Wife: Ann 35yrs (born Shute, Devon). They had 5 daughters. |
| | NEWCOMBE (DEAN) | John | Blacksmith | 1838: John Newcombe (Dean), blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Branscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John (aka Dean) as 13yrs, living at Bridge, Honiton, Devon. John is stepson of Edward Dean 55yrs (Snr. born 1796 blacksmith) and grandson of Ellis Bartlet Dean. John’s mother Loveday Dean 47yrs was widow of ‘Newcombe’. Others listed: William Dean 20yrs (a butcher). Lovedays other children from previous marriage: Mary Newcombe 21yrs; William Newcombe 19yrs (farm labourer); Emily Newcombe 13yrs. Visitors: Seth Payton 34yrs ( a joiner); Loveday Payton 29yrs; William Payton 4yrs and Georgina Payton 2yrs. John is listed under both Dean (Newcombe) and Newcombe (Dean). |
| | NEWMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Newman, blacksmith and victualler. Born about 1810 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Lower Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth Mary 44yrs (born Yealmpton, Devon). Children: John 3yrs; Mary Jane 11yrs; Ann 7yrs; Kate 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmiths John Newman 13yrs (born 1838 ?nephew) and John Lang 23trs (born 1828). Servant Elizabeth Hoople 16yrs |
| | NEWMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1838: John Newman, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 3yrs living in Wangaton, Ugborough with relatives. Thomas Newman 70yrs; Zilpah Newman 60yrs. Mary Newman 20yrs; Louisa Ann Newman 3yrs. Charles Harding 20yrs; John Fox 15yrs; Thomas Crocker 10yrs; George Hosking 8yrs; Elizabeth Friend 15yrs. In 1851 John is 13yrs, living at Lower Street, Totnes, Devon, an apprentice with ?uncle John 40yrs (born 1810 blacksmith, victualler) ) and aunt Elizabeth Mary 44yrs Newman. Cousins listed: John 3yrs; Mary Jane 11yrs; Ann 7yrs; Kate 3yrs. |
| | NEWTON | Robert | Blacksmith | 1786: Robert Newton, blacksmith master, carpenter, plasterer, employs one man. Born about 1786 in Stockland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list Robert as 65yrs, Stockland, Axmintser with wife Phoebe 68yrs (born Curland, Somerset). Children: Sarah 32yrs; John 31yrs (carpenter). Servant John Wescott 31yrs. |
| | NICHOLAS | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Nicholas, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, Plymouth Road, Whitchurch with his mother Jane, widow. Siblings: William 26yrs; Uter 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Henry 17yrs and Marick 13yrs. |
| | NICHOLAS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1832: Richard Nicholas, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 19yrs, lodging Lumburn, Lumburn, Tavistpock, Devonshire with Richard (a carpenter) and Mary Prout. In 1861 Richard is 28yrs, unmarried, boarding with Peter Ralph and family (beer shop keepers) in Stoke Damerel, Devon. |
| | NICHOLAS | Uter | Blacksmith | 1830: Uter Nicholas, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Whitchurch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, Plymouth Road, Whitchurch with his mother Jane, widow. Siblings: William 26yrs, John 23yrs (born 1828 blacksmith); Henry 17yrs and Marick 13yrs. |
| | NICHOLLS | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Nicholls, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Sheepstor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, an apprentice with master blacksmith John Helson (born 1813) at Lillypit, Buckland Monachorum Tavistock, Devon. |
| | NICHOLLS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1804: Richard Nicholls, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 37yrs, living in Brownston, Modbury with wife Elizabeth 37yrs (born Modbury) and daughter Mary Ann 15yrs. In 1851 Richard is 47tys, Elizabeth 47yrs. Daughter Mary. A. Nicholls 25yrs. 1861 find Richard 57yrs and Elizabeth 57yrs no others listed. In 1871 Richard is 67yrs, Elizabeth 67yrs still living in Modbury. |
| | NICHOLS | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Nichols, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1822 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living at 7 Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary.A. 29yrs (born Quethioc, Cornwall) and children William H. 9yrs and Mary. J. 6yrs. |
| | NICHOLS | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Nichols, blacksmith superannuated. Born about 1804 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs, living at 4 Canterbury Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Mary 35yrs (born Devonport). Children: Edwin 22yrs (plumber), Caroline 19yrs, Nehemiah 11yrs, Samuel 9yrs. |
| | NICKELS | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1840: John Nickels/Nickells (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1840-1841 in Highweek, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 11yrs, living in East ogwell, Newton Abbot, devon with his father, master blacksmith John (born 1818). Siblings: ; Sarah. A. 8yrs; Thomas 6yrs; William 5yrs; Philip 4yrs; Charles 1yr infant. Servant: Ann Cowell 56yrs. Visitor: Thomas Timewell 58yrs, unmarried (annuitant). In 1861 UK John is 20yrs, living in Ticklemore Street, Totnes, Devon. Father is John Nickells ? 62yrs (should be 42yrs), widower. Siblings: Sarah. A. 18yrs; Phillip 10yrs; Charles 10yrs. Grandfather: John Nickells 72yrs, widower, retired lead miner. |
| | NICKELS | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1818: John Nickels/Nickells (Snr), blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1818 in Hennock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 24yrs, living at Davis’s Court, Highweek, Devon with wife Ann 24yrs and son John newborn infant. In 1851 John is 33yrs, a widower East Ogwell, Newton Abbot,Devon. Born: Hennock-DEV. Widower. Children: John 11yrs; Sarah. A. 8yrs; Thomas 6yrs; William 5yrs; Philip 4yrs; Charles 1yr infant. Servant: Ann Cowell 56yrs. Visitor: Thomas Timewell 58yrs, unmarried (annuitant). 1861: John is 42yrs, still widower, living with his father John Nickells 72yrs, widower, retired lead miner. Children: John 20yrs (born 1840 blacksmith); Sarah. A. 18yrs; Phillip 10yrs; Charles 10yrs. |
| | NICKELS | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1825: William Nickels (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Drewsteigntondevon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living at Sandy Park, Okehampton, Devon with parents William (born 1795 blacksmith) and Mary. |
| | NICKELS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1795: William Nickels (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Drewsteigntondevon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 56yrs, living at Sandy Park, Okehampton, Devon with wife Mary 55yrs (born Drewsteignton). Children: William 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith), Sarah B. 16yrs, Elizabeth 14yrs. |
| | NICKOLS | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Nickols, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Lustleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in Cowick Street, St Thomas, Apostle, Devon with wife Mary 39yrs (born Chagford, Devon). Children: Sarah 16yrs, George 14yrs. |
| | NICKOLS | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Nickols, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Bishopsteignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with parents William and Mary (labourers). |
| | NICOLS | Richard (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: Richard Nickols, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Stoke Demerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 17yrs, living at 55 Navy Row, Devonport, Devon. See Shipwrights Index for parents Richard 48yrs and Mary 48yrs. Siblings: Mary.J. 20yrs, John 8yrs, Sarah 6yrs. |
| | NORTH | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1779: Thomas North, blacksmith retired. Born about 1779 in Upottery , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 72yrs, living in Germasnweek Village, Okehampton, Devon with his daughter Jane James and son-in-law Richard James (ag. labourer). |
| | NORTHCOTT | John | Blacksmith | 1868: John Northcott, blacksmith. Born about 1868 in Otterton, Devon, England. A younger son of Richard, opened another smithy in Primley Cottage, Bell Street in 1868. It closed as a smithy in 1899. The Northcotts built agricultural and dairy machinery and some examples of their work survive in Bicton Gardens Rural Museum. Contact Robin by |
| | NORTHCOTT | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1822: John Northcott (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1822, Bratton Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living with his parents at No.3 Brunswick Cottages, Devonport, Devon See Wheelwrights Index for parents John & Grace Northcott & brother George 17yrs. Other siblings: William 27yrs (blacksmith), Susanna 24yrs, Elizabeth 22yrs, Mary.A. 13yrs. IN 1861 John is 39yrs, unmarried, living with his father John (Snr) at the wheelwrights shop, in Brunswick Cottages, Stoke Demerel. Contact Robin by. |
| | NORTHCOTT | Mark | Blacksmith | 1815: Mark Northcott, blacksmith. Born about 1815 Otterton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Mark as 36yrs, living at the School House, Otterton St Thomas, Devon with wife Caroline 35yrs (born Otterton). Children: Martha 9y; Georgina 6y; James 4y; Walter 2y. Contact Robin by. |
| | NORTHCOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Northcott, blacksmith. Born about 1791 Ashcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 60yrs, living at the School House, Otterton St Thomas, Devon with wife Anna 58yrs (born Otterton) and daughter Anna 29yrs. Contact Robin by. |
| | NORTHCOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1812: Richard Northcott, blacksmith. Born ?Devon, England. Richard came to Otterton, Devon in 1812 and probably worked for Rugg (see Stories from the Past Link and Blacksmiths of Devon Link). He took over the forge in 1830, and his family were here until 1929, when it was sold to the Carters of Budleigh Salterton, when it continued as a smithy until 1990, Don Elliott being the last of a very long line of smiths. Contact Robin by |
| | NORTHCOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Northcott, blacksmith. Born about 1824, Bratton Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living at No.3 Brunswick Cottages, Devonport, Devon with his parents. See Wheelwrights Index for parents John & Grace Northcott & brother George 17yrs. Other siblings: John29yrs (blacksmith), Susanna 24yrs, Elizabeth 22yrs, Mary.A. 13yrs. Can’t see him on 1861 or 1871 census. Contact Robin by |
| | NORTHCOTT | William Daniel | Blacksmith | 1858: William Daniel Northcott, blacksmith. Born about 1858 in Otterton, Devo, England. Parents: Mark and Caroline nee Paver. William was a descendent of John Rugg (see Blacksmiths of Devon & Stories from the Past Links), and was blacksmith in the present day forge in 1779. He lived in Cross Tree in Otterton. Contact Robin by |
| | OAK | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Oak, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Teignmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Swan Street, Tormoham, Torquay, Devon with parents John 62yrs (a blockmaker) and Elizabeth 46yrs. Siblings: George 13yrs; Hannah 11yrs; Charles 4yrs. |
| | O'BRIDGE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1799: Thomas O'Bridge, blacksmith. Born about 1799 in Southleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 52yrs, living at Three Mariners, Monkton, Honiton, Devon with wife Ann 54yrs (born Chulmleig, Devon) and children: Elizabeth Jane 19y and William 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith). |
| | O'BRIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William O'Bridge, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Offwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, , living at Three Mariners, Monkton, Honiton, Devon with his parents Thomas 52yrs (born 1799 blacksmith) and Ann 54yrs plus his sister Elizabeth Jane 19yrs. |
| | OKE | Walter | Blacksmith | 1803: Walter Oke, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Bradworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Walter as 48yrs, living in Meadon Town, Bideford, Devon with wife Mary Ann 48yrs (born Laucels, Cornwall) and children: Thomas 17yrs and Mary Ann 15yrs. |
| | OKE | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Oke, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Bradworthy,Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living in Littleford Cottage, Bradworthy with wife Elizabeth 38yrs (born Bradford). Children: Charlotte 12yrs, Samuel 10yrs, Thomas 8yrs, Elizabeth. G. 6yrs, Emma. J. 4yrs, Roger 3yrs. |
| | OLDREY | Richard | Blacksmith | "1830: Richard Oldrey, blacksmith. Born about1830 in Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 21yrs, living at 35 Exeter Street, Plymouth, Devon. Parents: Richard 47yrs (a victualler) and Ann 49yrs plus his sister Ann 22yrs. Servant Elizabeth Williams 20yrs.
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| | OLDRIDGE | Timothy | Blacksmith | 1826: Timothy Oldridge, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Seaton, Axminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Timothy as 25yrs, living in Fore Street, Seaton with his mother Mary 61yrs and his brother William 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith). |
| | OLDRIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Oldridge, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Chudleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Fore Street, Seaton with his mother Mary 61yrs and his brother Timothy 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith). |
| | OLIVER | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Oliver, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Tawstock, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 47yrs, living in Tawstock with wife Ann 47yrs (born Tawstock). Children: Thomas 17yrs; Charlotte 14yrs; Martha 9yrs; Joshua 6yrs; Ellen 4yrs; Cornelius 2yrs. In 1851 John is 61yrs, Ann is 60yrs, living in Lake Village, Tawstock. Children: Martha 19yrs; Ellen 16yrs; Rebecca 10yrs; Joshua 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith); Cornelius 12yrs; William 2yrs. Lodger John Saltern 40yrs (a labourer). |
| | OLIVER | Joshua | Blacksmith | 1833: Joshua Oliver, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Tawstock, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Joshua as 6yrs, living in Tawstock with parents John 47yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Ann 47yrs. Siblings: Thomas 17yrs; Charlotte 14yrs; Martha 9yrs; Ellen 4yrs; Cornelius 2yrs. In 1851 Joshua is 18yrsstill with his parents at Lake Village,Tawstock. Siblings: Martha 19yrs; Ellen 16yrs; Rebecca 10yrs; Cornelius 12yrs; William 2yrs. Lodger John Saltern 40yrs (a labourer). |
| | OLIVER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1775: Thomas Oliver, blacksmith. Born about 1775 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 76yrs, a widower, living in Westleigh Village Barnstaple, Devon with his sister-in-law Mary Gerry 80yrs, pauper glover born Westleigh. |
| | OLIVER | Thomas (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Oliver (Jnr), blacksmith. Born 1830-1831 and Christened 14 February 1831 in Boyton, Cornwall, England. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, living in Bounds Cross, Holsworthy, Devon. Parents Thomas 42yrs (born 1809 blacksmith) and Mary 45yrs. Siblings: Mary 11yrs; Francis 10yrs; Jane 7yrs and Sofia 5yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | OLIVER | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1809: Thomas Oliver (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 30yrs, living in Bounds Cross, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 30yrs (born Devonport, Devon). Children: Thomas 19yrs; John 9yrs; Samuel 8yrs; William 7yrs; Eliza 4yrs; Mary 2yrs; Francis 1yr infant. In 1851 Thomas is 42yrs, Mary 45yrs, still in Bounds Cross. Children: Thomas 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith), Mary. A. 11yrs, Francis 10yrs, Jane 7yrs, Sofia 5yrs. |
| | OLIVER | William | Blacksmith | 1776: William Oliver, blacksmith. Born about 1776 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 65yrs, living in Pilton Street P.B. , Pilton, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Elizabeth 60yrs (born Devon). Children: James 25yrs and Catherine 30yrs. |
| | OLIVER | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Oliver, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Westleigh, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 40yrs, living in Silver Street, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Betsy 36yrs (born Tawstock, Devon). Children: Mary Jane 10yrs, Elizabeth 8yrs, Emma. G. 2yrs and son W.H.OLIVER 5yrs. Servant: Mary Sampson 14yrs. |
| | OLIVER | William | Blacksmith | 1816: William Oliver, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Westleigh, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William 35yrs, living at New Inn, Westleigh Barnstaple with wife Susan 31yrs (born Westleigh). Children: James 9yrs, Elizabeth 7yrs, William 5yrs, Harriett 3yrs, Louisa 1y. |
| | OSBORN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1806: Henry Osborn, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1806 in North Tawton, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 45yrs, living at Fore Street, North Tawton with wife Jane 45yrs (born North Tawton). Son: John 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith). Daughter-in-law: Susan Osborne 26yrs. Grandchild: Jane Osborne 3yrs. Visitor: Eliz.Vicary 8yrs. |
| | OSBORN | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Osborn, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 256 in North Tawton, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, , living at Fo
re Street, North Tawton with wife Susan 26yrs. Daughter: Jane 3yrs. Parents: Henry (born 1806 blacksmith) and Jane 45yrs. |
| | OSBORN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1820: Richard Osborn, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1820 in Berry Pomeroy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 31yrs, living in Bridgetown Fore Street, Totnes, Devon. Lodging with John & Dorothy Gillham (blacksmiths). |
| | OSBORNE | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Osborne, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living in But Park, Bridford, St Thomas, Devonshire. Lodging with John & Sarah Addems (blacksmiths). |
| | OSBOURN | Eli | Blacksmith | 1836: Eli Osbourn, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Cheriton Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Eli as 15yrs, living in the Village of Crockernwell Part Tuckers Tenement, Crockernwell, Devon. Born: Cheriton Bishop-DEV. Parents: William 45yrs (master tailor) and Elizabeth 45yrs. Siblings: William 18yrs; Elizabeth 11yrs; Margaret 8yrs; Louisa 5yrs; Mark 4yrs; Luke 1yr infant. |
| | OXFORD | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Oxford, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith Samuel Davy 32yrs and Sarah Davy 32yrs living at Pipers Cot, Crediton, Devon. |
| | OXLAND | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1828: Thomas Oxland, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 23yrs, living in Plympton St Mary, Plymstock, Devon with wife Susan 23yrs (born Plymstock). In 1861 Thomas is 33yrs, Susan is 34yrs and son Robert 9yrs, still in Plympton St Mary, Plymstock. |
| | PADY | John | Blacksmith | 1824: John Pady, blacksmith. Born about 1824, Otterton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 27yrs, at Otterton St Thomas, Devon with wife Elizabeth 27yrs (born Devon). Children: Emily 5yrs, Henry P. Pady a 3months infant. |
| | PAGE | John | Blacksmith | 1811: John Page, blacksmith. Born about 1811 in Kenton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at St.Thomas, Kenton, Devonshire with wife Sarah 46yrs (born Newton St Cyres, Devon). Children: Sarah 13yrs; Ellen 11yrs; Mary 9yrs; Elisa 4yrs, William 1 yrs infant. |
| | PALFREY | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1820: Emanuel Palfrey, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in WHimple, Devon. The 1851 UK census lsits him as 30yrs, at Alphington, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 31yrs (born Bradninch, Devon). Son: William 1yr infant. |
| | PALMER | Charles Alexander | Blacksmith | 1862: Charles Alexander Palmer, blacksmith. Born in 1862 at Broadhembury, Devon. After finishing his education he served his apprenticeship with the blacksmith at Broadhembury. Charles was still living at home with his family at Luton in 1881 and was working as a shoeing smith. Charles had married Isabella in 1885 and in 1891 and they were living at 90 Woodchester Street, Paddington, London. Charles was employed as a farrier and a smith. In 1901 the family was living at 25 Earl Street, Shoreditch, London. Charles was a shoeing smith/blacksmith. Contact email is. |
| | PALMER | James | Blacksmith | 1818: James Palmer , blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Stonehouse, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 24yrs, living at 33 John Street, Morice Town, Devon with wife Rachel 27yrs (born Devonport). Daughter Ann Palmer 2yrs. |
| | PALMER | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Palmer, blacksmith. Born about 1800, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 40yrs, and wife Mary as 40yrs, living at St Olave, Exeter, Devon. The surname on the census is mistranscribed as Patzner. |
| | PALMER | Nathaniel | Blacksmith | 1796: Nathaniel Palmer, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Devonport, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 55yrs, at 4 York Place, Devonport, Devon with wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Moreton Hampstead, Devon). |
| | PALMER | Philip | Blacksmith | 1798: Philip Palmer, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in (b s) Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 53yrs, at Millpool Head, St Germans with wife Mary 63yrs (born Millbrook, Cornwall). Philip worked at Royal William Victualler Yard Vaulters Home. Also listed : granddaughter Mary Jane Davey PALMER 10yrs. |
| | PALMER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1826: Richard Palmer, blacksmith assistant. Born about 1826 in Tavistock, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Lumburn, Tavistock, Devonshire; lodging with Richard (a carpenter) & Mary Prout. |
| | PALMER | William | Blacksmith | 1862: William Palmer, blacksmith. Born at Colliton, Devon, England in 1862. William served his apprenticeship with the village blacksmith in Broadhembury. In 1881 and William and his younger brother Charles were working as shoeing smiths in Broadhembury. William also worked for a wheelwright at Newton Abbott and became a competent wheelwright himself. William emigrated to Australia in 1883. He worked as a blacksmith in Brisbane, Queensland for about two years then travelled south and went into partnership with blacksmith and wheelwright Samuel Hollis at Wallendbeen, NSW. He took over the business when Hollis died in 1893 but soon after opened his own business as a blacksmith, wheelwright and carriage builder. His son William James Palmer also trained as a blacksmith and worked with his father. In 1907 William opened Palmer’s Central Stores in Wallendbeen and the blacksmith business was sold. William died at Wallendbeen in 1916. Also listed in Blacksmiths of Australia Index. Contact Ian by is |
| | PALMER | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Palmer, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Lifton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, at Tinnet, Tavistock, Devon with his parents William 71yrs (labourer) and Bridget 68yrs Palmer plus nephew William Smith 17yrs (blacksmith). |
| | PALTRIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Paltridge, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Okehampton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, at Fore Street, Addlehole, Devon with wife Elizabeth nee Mallett 32yrs (born Southtawton, Devon). Son Wiliam Paltridge 6yrs. Elizabeth’s father was James Mallett 56yrs,widower. Her brother was William Mallet 25yrs,widower. William Mallett’s daughter Emma 2yrs. Elizabeth’s two nephews James Callaway 7yrs and John Callaway 4yrs. |
| | PALTRIDGE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1820: Thomas Paltridge, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Okehampton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at Sharp Hill, Okehampton, Devon . Also listed was a visitor George Netherway 12yrs (Ag. Labourer). |
| | PANN ? | Phillip | Blacksmith | 1825: Philip Pann, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Parkham, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon; lodging with John & Ann Jenkins and family. |
| | PAPNORE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1805: Samuel Papnore, blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Bideford, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 46yrs, at Yealand Village, Devon with wife Mary 43yrs (born Bishops Taunton, Devon). Children: John 11yrs, Betsy 8yrs, George 5yrs, Richard 3yrs. |
| | PARFORD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1769: Richard Parford, blacksmith. Born about 1769 in Tavistock, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 82yrs, at No 4 Ford Street Alms House, Tavistock, Devon; a widower. Servant: Ann Rowe 50yrs . Lodger: John Rowe 21yrs labourer. |
| | PARKER | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Parker, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in East Stonehouse, Devon. . The 1851 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at Fore Street, East Stonehouse, Devon; with his mother Ann Button 36yrs married. Husband not listed. Sisters: Ann Parker 13yrs and Sarah Button 3months infant. |
| | PARKHOUSE | George | Blacksmith | 1828: George Parkhouse, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Wear Gifford, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, at Dark Lane,Bideham, Devon; visiting James & Eliz. Brownscombe (blacksmiths). |
| | PARKMAN | Henry Lee | Blacksmith | 1789: Henry Lee Parkman, blacksmith. Born 1789, in Landrake, Cornwall, England. Henry moved to Devon and worked as a blacksmith in Stoke Damerel, Devon from at least 1818 until he retired around 1850. He died in 1864. Contact Christopher by |
| | PARKMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1795: William Parkman, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Pilton, Devon, England and died 1853 in Stoke Damerel, Devon. Married 9 December 1815 to Jane HODDER (or HUDDER) in East Stonehouse, Devon. At least 7 children including William George, my great grandfather baptised 2 May 1819. Contact Christopher by |
| | PARR | James | Blacksmith | 1836: James Parr, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Clist St George, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at Sidmouth Rd, Farringdon St Thomas, Devon; with William & Grace Smith (blacksmiths). |
| | PARR | William | Blacksmith | 1802: William Parr, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Kenn, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 49yrs, at Chapel Street, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Elizabeth 50yrs (born Teignmouth, Devon). |
| | PARR | William | Blacksmith | 1777: William Parr, blacksmith. Born about 1777 in LittleTorrington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 64yrs, wife Grace 75yrs, living in LittleTorrington. Also listed: Samuel Bird 25yrs and Jane Bird 14yrs. In 1851 William is 74yrs, a widower, living in Taddiport,Torrington. |
| | PARRISH | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1833: Samuel Parrish, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Highampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 18yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith John Fice 45yrs and Mary 34yrs, |
| | PARROTT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Parrott, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Brouscombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 14yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Gideon Ware and Anne Ware. Living in Honiton, Upottery, Devon. |
| | PARSONS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1835: Henry Parsons, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 6yrs, living in Higher Milford, Hartland his family. Father: master blacksmith John Parsons 37yrs and Sarah 40yrs. Siblings: Samuel 8yrs; Mary Ann 4yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. In 1851 Henry is 16yrs, living in Stoke, Bideford, Devon. Works for his father John and Sarah 50yrs. Siblings: Samuel 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith), Mary 15yrs, Elizabeth 12yrs. In 1861 Henry 26yrs unmarried, an engine driver, Islington, Devon. |
| | PARSONS | James | Blacksmith | 1803: James Parsons, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Charleton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 48yrs, living in Staverton Bridge, Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Staverton). Children: James 23yrs; John 21yrs; Mary. A. 16;, Sarah. E. 14yr;, Francis 11yrs. Apprentice: George. B. Grute 15yrs. |
| | PARSONS | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Parsons, blacksmith mast, employs his 2 sons. Born about 1804 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 37yrs, wife Sarah 40yrs (born Hartland), living in Higher Milford, Hartland. Children: Samuel 8yrs; Henry 6yrs; Mary Ann 4yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. In 1851 John is 47yrs, Sarah 50yrs, living in Stoke, Bideford, Devon. Children: Samuel 19yrs (born 1833 blacksmith), Henry 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith), Mary 15yrs, Elizabeth 12yrs. In 1861, still in Hartland, John is 57yrs, Sarah 60yrs and daughter Elizabeth 21yrs. Andrew Almrott 15yrs blacksmiths assistant). |
| | PARSONS | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Parsons, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in North Petherwyn, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, living in Lower Cross, Launceston, North Petherwin. Parents: John (a carpenter) & Thomasin. Brother: Richard 12yrs. |
| | PARSONS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1832: Samuel Parsons, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 8yrs, living in Higher Milford, Hartland his family. Father: master blacksmith John Parsons 37yrs and Sarah 40yrs. Siblings: Henry 6yrs; Mary Ann 4yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 19yrs, living in Stoke, Bideford, Devon. Works for his father John and Sarah 50yrs. Siblings: Henry 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith), Mary 15yrs, Elizabeth 12yrs. |
| | PARSONS | William | Blacksmith | 1793: William Parsons, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 58yrs, living in Blackpool Village, Plympton St Mary, Brixton, Devon with wife Julia 71yrs (born Tamerton, Devon). |
| | PASMORE | George | Blacksmith | 1823: George Pasmore, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 28yrs, living in Bell Meadow, Barnstaple with wife Jane 25yrs (born Bratton, Devon) and children Elz. 2yrs and Richard 1yrs. Nephew: John Pasmore 19yrs. |
| | PAUL | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1826: William Paul (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Chudleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 25yrs, living in Fore Street, Chudleigh with his parents William 50yrs (born 1800, blacksmith and Fanny 41yrs. |
| | PAUL | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1800: William Paul (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Chudleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William(Snr) as 50yrs, living in Fore Street, Chudleigh with wife Fanny 41yrs (born Bishopsteignton, Devon) and son William 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith). |
| | PAYGE | Joshua | Blacksmith | 1827: Joshua Payge, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Milton Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joshua as 24yrs, lodging with Richard (a farrier) & Sarah Dennis & family at Denniss, Buckland Brewer, Devon. |
| | PAYNE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1794: Thomas Payne, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Harberton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 57yrs, living at Harberton Ford, Totnes with wife Elizabeth 58yrs (born Harberton). Daughters: Sophia 22yrs and Ann. M. 19yrs. Servant: William Randle 50 or 60yrs (dependingon the census. |
| | PEARCE | James | Blacksmith | 1822: James Pearce, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 29yrs, living in Hawkin Shop, Tavistock with wife Mary 31yrs (born Tavistock) and daughter Mary Ann Maria Pearce 2yrs. |
| | PEARCE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1830: Robert Pearce, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Marwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 21yrs, living in Sherwill, Barnstaple, Devo. Lodges with Thomas & Marria GRIGG (blacksmiths). |
| | PEARCE | Theodore | Blacksmith | 1824: Theodore Pearce, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Bodmin, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Theodore as 35yrs,living in 27 Providence Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Prudence 29yrs (born Barnstaple, Devon) and son Jackett 5yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PEARSE | Eli | Blacksmith | 1828: Eli Pearse, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Holne, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Eli as 23yrs, living at Playcross, Holne,Devon with his sister Mary Townsend 36yrs and brother-in-law Stephen Townsend 42yrs (a carpenter). The Pearse and Townsend families are related. |
| | PEARSE | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Pearse, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Ugborough, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living at 34 B Marlborough Street, Stoker Damerel, Devon. Parents: John(printer and news agent) & Mary. Siblings: Mary Ann 25yrs; Emma 21yrs; James 17yrs (painters apprentice); Jemima 13yrs; Ellen 7yrs; Edward 15yrs ( apprentice cabinet maker); William 4yrs. |
| | PEARSE | George | Blacksmith | 1819: George Pearse, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 32yrs, living at 48 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon. George worked at H.M. Dockyard. Wife: Ann 30yrs (born Stoke Damerel). Children Richard 8yrs and Georgina 3mths infant. |
| | PEARSE | Henery | Blacksmith | 1833: Henery Pearse, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1833 in Northcott Hamlet, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henery as 18yrs, apprenticed to his uncle John Veal 52yrs (born 1799 master blacksmith) and aunt Ann Veal. Living at their Shop (Veal’s Shop), Holsworthy, Devon. |
| | PEARSE | Jeffrey | Blacksmith | 1830: Jeffrey Pearse, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Jeffrey as 21yrs, living in No.8 House, Totnes with his parents William 66yrs (born 1785 master blacksmith) and Frances 57yrs and ?nephew William Townsend 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith). |
| | PEARSE | John | Blacksmith | 1805: John Pearse, master blacksmith, employs 1 man. Born about 1805, Walkhampton, Tavistock, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists John as 46yrs, living in the Village, Walkhampton, with wife Nancy 41yrs (born Walkhampton). House servant: Thomas Friend 61yrs, unmarried. |
| | PEARSE | John | Blacksmith | 1808: John Pearse, journeyman blacksmith. Born about 1808, Barnstaple, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists John as 43yrs, living in Salem Street, Barnstaple with wife Eliza 38yrs (born Barnstaple). Children: Susanna 16yrs; Robert 14yrs (apprentice blacksmith); Henry 10yrs; Charles 6yrs; John 4yrs. |
| | PEARSE | Richd. | Blacksmith | 1783: Richard Pearse, blacksmith, Chelsea Pensioner. Born about 1783 in Redruth, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 68yrs, living at No 1 Marlborough Street, Devonport, Devon. Wife: Ruth 48yrs (born Chatham, Kent). Children: Henrietta Mary 17yrs, Ann 14yrs, Wm.John 12yrs, Henry 5yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PEARSE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1837: Robert Pearse, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Barnstaple, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 14yrs, living in Salem Street, Barnstaple with his parents John 43yrs (born 1808 blacksmith ) and Eliza 38yrs. Siblings: Susanna 16yrs; Henry 10yrs; Charles 6yrs; John 4yrs. |
| | PEARSE | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Pearse, blacksmith master,employs 1 boy. Born about 1819 in Holnes, Devon, Totnes, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs,living in Ticklemore Street, Totnes with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Ashburton). Children: Elizabeth 6yrs, Ellen 5yrs, William 2yrs. Apprentice: Stephen Townsend 13yrs (probably a relative as the Pearse and Townsend families are related). |
| | PEARSE | William | Blacksmith | 1785: William Pearse, blacksmith. Born about 1785 in Holnes,Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 66yrs, living in No.8 House, Totnes with wife Frances 57yrs (born Buckfastleigh, devon). Son Jeffrey Pearse 21yrs (born 1830 a blacksmith) and grandson William Townsend 15yrs (born 1836 a blacksmith). |
| | PEARSON | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1834: Edwin Pearson, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 17yrs, living at 26 William Street, Morice Town, Devon with his mother Patience 62yrs widow and sister Patience Pearson 23yrs. |
| | PECK | William | Blacksmith | 1802: William Peck, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Ottery St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 49yrs Broad Street Honiton with wife Mary Ann 47yrs (born Cullompton, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 24yrs,Harriet 22yrs. |
| | PEDERICK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1803: Richard Pederick, blacksmith, Devon, England . Richard appears in the UK Register of Duties paid for Apprentice's Indentures dated 23 Jul 1803. Richard Pederick. See also Petherick. Contact Marion by |
| | PEDRICK | Arthur (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1843: Arthur Pedrick (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1843 in Black Torrington, Hoslworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Arthur (Jnr) as 8yrs, living at Caw Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon. Parents: Arthur 38yrs (born 1812 blacksmith) and Mary 34yrs. Siblings: Eliza 11yrs, Ann 9yrs, William 6yrs, Mary. A. 5yrs, Joanna 3yrs. In 1861 Arthur (Jnr) is 18yrs still with his parents, living in Higher Lane Black Torrington, Hoslworthy. Siblings: Eliza 21yrs; William 16yrs. |
| | PEDRICK | Arthur (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1812: Arthur Pedrick (Snr), blacksmith. Born 1812-1813 and Christened 5th June 1812 in Hatherleigh, Devon, England. Parents William and Ann Pedrick. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists Arthur as 38yrs, living at Caw Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Instow, Devon). Children: Eliza 11yrs, Ann 9yrs, Arthur 8yrs (born Black Torrington), William 6yrs, Mary. A. 5yrs, Joanna 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: William Hoar 21yrs. In 1861 Arthur is 48yrs; Mary Ann 45yrs, living in Higher Lane Black Torrington, Hoslworthy, Devon. Children: Eliza 21yrs; Arthur 18yrs; William 16yrs. Mentioned in Universal Directory of Trade in 1794 in Hatherleigh. See also Petherick. Contact Marion by |
| | PEDRICK | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Pedrick, blacksmith. Born about 1826 and Christened 8th February 1826 in Hatherleigh, Devon, England. Parents possibly William and Ann Pedrick which would make him a brother of Arthur (born 1812 blacksmith). See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, living at Brightley Cottage, Okehampton, Devon with his wife Lavinia 22yrs (born Hatherleigh) . They had several lodgers: William Kail above 20yrs (mill carpenter); William Taylor above 20yrs (mill carpenter); Richard Galliford above 20yrs (mill carpenter); John Andrew above 20yrs miller). |
| | PEDRICK | William | Blacksmith | 1845: William Pedrick, blacksmith. Born about 1845 in Black Torrington, Hoslworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 6yrs, living at Caw Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon. Parents: Arthur 38yrs (born 1812 blacksmith) and Mary 34yrs. Siblings: Eliza 11yrs, Ann 9yrs, Arthur 8yrs (born Black Torrington), Mary. A. 5yrs, Joanna 3yrs. In 1861 William is 16yrs, still with his parents, living in Higher Lane Black Torrington, Hoslworthy. Siblings: Eliza 21yrs; Arthur 18yrs. |
| | PEEK | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Peek, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living at 28 Cornwall Street, Devonport , Devon.William worked at HM Dock Yard Devonport. See Shipwrights Index for parents William 54yrs (born 1797) and Elizabeth 50yrs. |
| | PEEKE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Peeke, blacksmith master, employs 2 apprentices. Born about 1810 in Hallwell, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census Lists John as 30yrs, living in the Hamlet of Capton, Totnes, Devon with wife Harriet 25yrs (born Dittisham, Devon). Children: Harriet 5yrs; Lydia 3yrs; John 2yrs. Also listed is Richard Bowden 75yrs and Dorothy Bowden 75yrs. In 1851 John is 41yrs, Harriet is 38yrs, still in the Hamlet of Capton. Children: Harriet 15yrs; Lydia 13yrs; John 12yrs; Mary 9yrs. Apprentice blacksmith William Venus (born 1835 in ?place unknown). |
| | PENGELLY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1832: Thomas Pengelly, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 19yrs, living in Meadwell, Tavistock. Apprentice with master blacksmith John Cutts and family. |
| | PENGILLEY | James | Blacksmith | 1822: James Pengilley, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in St Martin¸Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 29yrs, living in Richmond Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Elizabeth 22yrs (born Stoke Damerell, Dvon). Children: James 2yrs, Elizabeth 4yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PENGILLY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1812: Thomas Pengilly, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Littleham, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list Thomas as 39yrs, living in Langdon Cottage, Littleham with wife Ann 36yrs (born Bradworthy, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 13yrs, Thomas 7yrs, Katherine 4yrs, Ann 1y infant. |
| | PENNINGTON | John Thomas | Blacksmith | 1832: John Thomas Pennington, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, living at 7 Market Lane, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Mother: Mary Pennington 57yrs widow. Sister: Elizabeth Ann Pennington 21yrs. Visitor: Eleanor Philips 78yrs widow. |
| | PENROSE | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Penrose, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in ?Pennycross, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 20yrs, living in Higher Street, Plymouth, Devon,Parish of St Charles the Martyr. Parents: Joseph & Mary. See Shipwrights Index for brother William Penrose. There is a James Penrose born 1820 listed in 111861 and 1871 as a millwright. |
| | PENROSE | John B. | Blacksmith | 1800: John. B. Penrose, blacksmith.Born 1800-1801 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 50yrs,living at 84 Fore Street, Devonport with wife Harriet 50yrs (born Devonport). And children Samuel 15yrs; John. B. 13yrs and daughter Elizabeth Teliving 24yrs.Grandson Ralph Treliving 2yrs. |
| | PENWOOD | Robert | Blacksmith | 1783: Robert Penwood, blacksmith retried. Borna bout 1783 in Whimple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 68yrs, living in Pithayes,Whimple St Thomas with wife Margaret 70yrs (born Launceston, Cornwall). |
| | PEPPEREL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1776: Richard Pepperel, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1776 in Portlemouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 64yrs, wife Mary 44yrs. Others listed: John Bownden 35yrs; Mary Bownden 25yrs; John Bownden 2yrs; Eliza Bownden 5yrs; William Bownden under 1yr infant. In 1851 Richard is 75yrs, a widower, living in Union Street, Marlborough, Kingsbridge, Devon. Lodging with Walter Cole 57yrs (a general porter) and Mary Cole 40yrs and their family.. |
| | PERCEY | Elizabeth | Blacksmith | 1818: Elizabeth Percey, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Inwardleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Elizabeth as 33yrs, unmarried, living in Inwardleigh Village, Okehampton, Devon with her family. Father: John 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith). Siblings: William 23yrs (born 1828 blacksmith); Thomas 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Martha 16yrs. Also Mary Ann Percey 8yrs (granddaughter of John). |
| | PERCEY | John | Blacksmith | 1795: John Percey, blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Inwardleigh, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 56yrs, a widower, living in Inwardleigh Village, Devon. Children: William 23yrs (born 1828 blacksmith); Thomas 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Elizabeth 33yrs unmarried (born 1818 blacksmith); Martha 16yrs and granddaughter Mary Ann Percey 8yrs. |
| | PERCEY | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Percey, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Inwardleigh, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 20yrs, living in Inwardleigh Village with his widower father John 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith). Siblings: William 23yrs (born 1828 blacksmith); Elizabeth 33yrs unmarried (born 1818 blacksmith); Martha 16yrs and granddaughter Mary Ann Percey 8yrs. |
| | PERCEY | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Percey, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Inwardleigh, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, living in Inwardleigh Village with his widower father John 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith). Siblings: Thomas 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Elizabeth 33yrs unmarried (born 1818 blacksmith); Martha 16yrs and granddaughter Mary Ann Percey 8yrs. |
| | PERCY | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Percy, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Inwardleigh, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, living at Oak Gates, Okehampton, with wife Elizabeth 24yrs (born Inwardleigh( and daughter Elizabeth Squire Percy 1yr infant. |
| | PERHAM | George | Blacksmith | 1784: George Perham, blacksmith. Born about 1784 in Chardstock, Dorset, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 55yrs, ?widower, living at Millbrook Hill, Axminster, Devon with his children: Charles Perham 20yrs; Sarah Perham 15yrs; George Perham 15yrs. In 1851 George is 67yrs, living in the Village, Axminster, Devon with wife (2) Ann 50yrs (born Axminster). Also listed as their children are sons: James Seager 21yrs; John Seager 17yrs; Charles Seager 13yrs and daughter Sarah Seager 10yrs. |
| | PERHAM | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Perham, master blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Stockland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in the Coblers Cott, Honiton Combrawleigh, Honiton with wife Elizabeth 41yrs (born Ottery St.Mary, Devon) and children John T.5ys and George 2yrs. Lodger: Abel Boyland 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith journeyman). |
| | PERKIN | John | Blacksmith | 1812: John Perkin, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1812 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 25yrs, living in South Wordon, Bradford Devon at the home of John and Grace Moore. In 1851 John is 39yrs, living with his unmarried uncle William Perkin 55yrs ((farmer of 30 acres) in Caudery Bridge, North Petherwin Launceston, Cornwall. John’s wife Elizabeth is 42yrs and his children: John 10yrs; Mary 8yrs; William 6yrs. Also listed are Andrew Blake 19yrs (servant and John Prout 19yrs (born 1832 apprentice blacksmith). John Perkin is listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PERKIN | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Perkin, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Thornbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, living in the Shop Cottag, Luffincott, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Mary 31yrs (born Ashwater, Devon). Children: John 6yrs, Elizabeth Ann 4yrs, Mary Jane 3yrs, William 2yrs. Lodger: Thomas Down 25yrs, pauper. |
| | PERRIAM | John | Blacksmith | 1838: John Perriam, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1838 in Exmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 13yrs,living in Chaple Street, Exmouth, with his Aunt Hannah Belmans 31yrs and sister Eliza Perriam 20yrs. |
| | PERRIAM | John | Blacksmith | 1774: John Perriam (Periam), blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1774 in Cullumpton¸Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 67yrs,a widower, living at New North Road, St David, Devon at the home of William 70yrs and Sarah 60yrs Strong. Also listed is Anne Imeson 40yrs. In 1851 John is 77yrs, widower, living in Woodbury St Thomas, Devon. |
| | PERRY | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Perry, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Halse, Somerset, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in a Cottage near Red Ball, Wellington, Devon with wife Martha 4yrs (born Clayhidon, Devon). Children: Sarah Ann 11yrs, Robert 8yrs, Jane 6yrs, Mary 3yrs. Visitor: Temperence Coles 22yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Somerset and Devon. |
| | PERRYMAN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1828: Henry Perryman, blacksmith. Born about1828 in Hemyock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 23yrs, living in Teigngrace Village, Newton Abbot, Highweek, Devon. Parents Richard & Phoebe. |
| | PETERS | Abraham | Blacksmith | 1834: Abraham Peters, blacksmith.Born about 1834 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Abraham as 17yrs, living at 9 Princess Street Tenement, Devonport, Devon. Parents: Robert & Jane. Brothers: John 19yrs & Jacob 13yrs. |
| | PETHEBRIDGE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1836: Robert Petherbridge, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Brisham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 15yrs, lodging in Postbridge, Totnes, Devon with blacksmith John Wyatt 41yrs (born 1811) and Eliza 35yrs Wyatt and family. |
| | PETHERBRIDGE | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1820: Emanuel Petherbridge, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Emanuel as 21yrs, living in Lower Street St Petrox, Devon. Parents: Thomas 56yrs and Elizabeth 60yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 26yrs; Mary 23yrs; Ann 19yrs;. Also listed Hellen Millman 20yrs. In 1851 Emanuel is 30yrs, living in Northford Lane, Totnes, Townstall, Devon with wife Harriet 31yrs (born Dartmouth, Devon). Children: Harriet 8yrs, Emanuel 7yrs, Charlotte 5yrs, William 2yrs, Elisa 5 months infant. |
| | PETHERBRIDGE | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Petherbridge, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 37yrs, living in Fore Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Sarah 37yrs (born Buckfastleigh). Apprentice: George Binmore 16yrs. |
| | PETHERBRIDGE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1804: Thomas Petherbridge, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1804 in Stowey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 47yrs, living at Leechwell House, Totnes, Devon with wife Peggy 45yrs (born Totnes). Sons: William 15yrs & Thomas 13yrs both Farm Labourers. |
| | PETHERICK | Arthur | Blacksmith | 1777: Arthur Petherick, blacksmith. Born about 1777 in Inwardleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Arthur as 74yrs, married living at 14 Conduit Street, Okehampton, Hatherleigh, Devon. Living with his brother William Pethrick 77yrs (born 1774 blacksmith) and sister-in-law A. Petherick 61yrs. Also listed is Mis. A. Petherick 22yrs (Williams’ daughter) and Mary Ann. P. Dennis 3yrs (William’s granddaughter). Apprentice blacksmith James Vanstone19yrs. Servant Margaret Matters 14yrs. |
| | PETHERICK | Arthur | Blacksmith | 1743: Arthur Petherick, blacksmith. Christened 13 July 1843 in Black Torrington, Devon, England and buried 1808 in Hatherleigh, Devon. Parents ? William and Susanna Petherick. See familysearch.org for details. Arthur is mentioned in Universal Directory of Trade in 1794 in Hatherleigh. Possibly the father of blacksmiths William born 1774 and Arthur born 1743. Contact Marion by |
| | PETHERICK | William | Blacksmith | 1774: William Petherick, blacksmith. Born about 1774 in Inwardleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 77yrs, 14 Conduit Street, Okehampton, Hatherleigh, Devon. Wife: A.P. 61yrs (born Broadwoodkelly, Devon). Daughter: A. P. Petherick 22yrs. Grand-daughter: Mary Ann P. Dennis 3yrs. Brother Authur Petherick 74yrs (born 1777 blacksmith). Apprentice blacksmith James Vanstone19yrs. |
| | PETHERICK | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Petherick, blacksmith master, employs 1 apprentice. Born about1819 in Hatherleigh, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, a widower, living at 14 South Street, Okehampton. Apprentice Blacksmith Thomas Bennett 22yrs. Servant: Ann Saunders 65yrs. Lodgers: William Ball 21yrs (tile maker) and Joseph Ball 15yrs (tile maker). |
| | PHILIPS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1790: Henry Philips, blacksmith retired. Pauper. Born about 1790 in Bratton Fleming , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 61yrs, living in Bratton Town, Barnstaple with wife Elizabeth 62yrs (born Stoke Rivers, Devon) and daughter: Mary Ann 23yrs. Paupers. |
| | PHILLIPS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1825: Henry Phillips, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Shute, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 26yrs, living in West Street, Axminster, Devon with wife Amelia 27yrs (born Exeter, Devon). |
| | PHILLIPS | Jacob | Blacksmith | 1816: Jacob Phillips, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1816 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Jacob as 35yrs, living at 16 Ham Street, Plymouth with wife Elizabeth 30yrs )born Plymouth) and aon Jacob.H. 1yr infant. |
| | PHILLIPS | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Phillips, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Plymstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living at 8 Salem Street, Plymouth with wife Emma 26yrs (born Plymouth). Children: James. G. 3yrs, Mary. E. 1yr infant. |
| | PHILLIPS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1833: Thomas Phillips, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Chittleham Holt, South Molton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 18yrs, living in Chittleham Holt with his mother Ellen Phillips 61yrs. Sisters: Mary 27yrs, Ann 23yrs. Niece: Lucey Phillips 4months infant. Visitor: Joseph Ward 14yrs. |
| | PHILLIPS | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Phillips, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Morthoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Phares, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents: Richard & Mary. Sisters: Margaret 20yrs, Elizabeth 13yrs. |
| | PHILLIPS | William D. | Blacksmith | 1810: William. D. Phillips, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK , Devon). Children: Mary Jane 15yrs, William J. 10yrs, John D. 4yrs, Elizabeth H. 2yrs. Lodger: Philip Hill 23yrs (a cordwinder) . |
| | PHILLLIPS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1815: Thomas Phillips, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1815 in Westdown, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 36yrs, living in Westdown Village, Barnstaple with wife Mary Ann 41yrs (born Braunton, Devon). Employs blacksmith Thomas Pile 21yrs. |
| | PHIPPIN | George | Blacksmith | 1814: George Phippin, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Shute, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 37yrs, living in Bagbers, Taunton, Devon with wife Elizabeth 37yrs (born Colyton, Devon) and Children: William.E. 13yrs, Edwin 10yrs, Caroline.J. 7yrs, George.H. 4yrs, Thomas 1yr. |
| | PHYSICK | Tristram | Blacksmith | 1839: Tristram Physick, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1839 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Tristram as 12yrs, living in Love Lane, Tavistock with his parents John 38yrs (police officer) and Mary 40yrs. Siblings: Andrew.J.E. 17yrs; Georgina 15yrs; Mary.A. 8yrs; John 7yrs; Lucy 5yrs; Jessey 3yrs, Charley under 1yr infant. IN 1879 32yrs, unmarried a commercial traveler. |
| | PIDGEON | John | Blacksmith | 1794: John Pidgeon, blacksmith master. Born about 1794 in Stackland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 57yrs, living at Furzley Cross, Axminster, Devon with wife Hannah 50yrs (born Wotton Fitzpaine, Dorset). |
| | PIKE | George Henry | Blacksmith | 1834: George Henry Pike, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1834 in Tealminasherum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list George as 17yrs, lodging with William and Mary Coles in Tiphill, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon. |
| | PIKE | James | Blacksmith | 1815: James Pike, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Torpoint, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 36yrs, living in Cambridge Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Jane 38yrs (born Briston, Devon) and son James 3yrs. James worked for H.M. Dock Yards. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PIKE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Pike, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1829 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 22yrs, living in Lillypit, Buckland Monachorum Tavistock, Devon. Lodges with the Helson family (blacksmith). |
| | PILE | John | Blacksmith | 1793: John Pile, blacksmith retired. Born about 1793 in Westdown, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 58yrs, living in Westdown Village with wife Agness 54yrs (born Ilfracombe, Devov). Lodger: Richard Lewis 28yrs(blacksmith). |
| | PILE | Philip | Blacksmith | 1819: Philip Pile, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1819 in Arlington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 32yrs, living in Majors Court, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 29yrs (born Dawlish, Devon) and son Philip.H. 2yrs. |
| | PILE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1830: Thomas Pile, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Westdown, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 21yrs, living in Westdown Village. Working for master blacksmith Thomas (born 1815) and Mary Ann Phillips. |
| | PINE | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Pine, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrs, living in Bratton Village, Okehampton, Devon with wife Ann 40yrs (born Bratton Clovelly, Devon). Children: 5 listed see census 1851. Also listed is John Rice 25yrs (blacksmith journeyman). |
| | PINKEY | John Henry | Blacksmith | 1824: John Henry Pinkey, blacksmith, farmer of 160 acres, employs 1 mand and 1 boy. Born about 1824 in Diptford, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 27yrs, lodging in Blackawton Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with Robert (a carpenter) and Ann Tucker. In 1881 John.H. is 57yrs, a farmer. Wife Elizabeth 61yrs, living in Diptford. Children: Mary 27yrs; John 24yrs; Samuel 20yrs. Niece Matilda Jarvis 20yrs. |
| | PINNICK | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1780: Joseph Pinnick, blacksmith. Born about 1780 in Camberwell, Surrey, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as, Devon). See census 1851 for grand children listed. Listed in Blacksmiths of Surrey and Devon. |
| | PINWELL | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1816: Thomas Pinwell, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Plympton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 35yrs, living at 17 Vauxhall Street, Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Ann 34yrs (born Newton, Devon). Children: Thomas 8yrs, John 6yrs, Mary.A. 2yrs. Mary Pinwell 67yrs widow. |
| | PISER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1835: Samuel Piser, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs, lodging at 17 Claremont Tenements behind Plymouth, with his aunt Mary Price and family. |
| | PITT | Philip | Blacksmith | 1827: Philip Pitt, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Upton Pyne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 24yrs, lodging at the Horse and Groom Inn, St Thomas, Upton Pyne. Parents: William & Sarah (game keeper). Brother: Thomas 19yrs. |
| | PITTS | William | Blacksmith | 1816: William Pitts, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1816 where (not Devon). The 1841 UK census lists William as 25yrs, lodging in Batter Street, Plymouth, Parish of S .Charles the Martyr. Can’t find him on other census. |
| | PLATT | George (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: George Platt (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Rockbeare, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George (Jnr) as 17yrs, living at Marsh Green, St Thomas, Woodbury, with his parents George 53yrs (born 1798 blacksmith) and Eliz. Platt 43yrs. |
| | PLATT | George (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1798: George Platt (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Lawrence Clist, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George (Snr) as 53yrs, living at Marsh Green, St Thomas, Woodbury, Rockbear with wife Elizabeth 43yrs (born Dinkeswell, Devon). Had several children including George (Jnr) 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). |
| | PLEASE | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Please, blacksmith.Born about 1825 in Staverton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, living in the Village of Rattery, Totnes, Devon. Wife: Maria 21yrs (born Staverton, Devon) and son William Henry 2yrs. |
| | PLYMOUNTER | Richard | Blacksmith | 1820: Richard Plymounter, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Norfolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 30yrs, an assistant to master blacksmith Matthw. H. Gregory in Seven Star Lane, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths Norfolk and Devon. |
| | POLKINGHORNE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1830: Joseph Polkinghorne, blacksmith. Born about1830 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 20yrs, living at 12 South St, Stoke Damerel with his parents William 50yrs (born 1801 see Shipwrights Index) and Jane 48yrs. Siblings: William 26yrs (A tailor); Try (girl)18yrs; Louisa 16yrs; Emma 14yrs; Joseph? (2) 12yrs; Mary Jane 8yrs. |
| | POLMONITER | James | Blacksmith | 1826: James Polmoniter, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in St Stephens, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 25yrs, unmarried boarding with William (and engineer) and Elizabeth Stephens in Whitchurch Village, Whitchurch, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | POOLE | George | Blacksmith | 1796: George Poole, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Churston Ferrers, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 55yrs, living in Burton Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Sarah 52yrs(born Galmpton, Devon) and daughters Elizabeth 25yrs and Mary Ann 19yrs. |
| | POOLE | John | Blacksmith | 1808: John Poole, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Moreton Hampstead, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 43yrs, unmarried, lodging with and working for Elizabeth Woodman 50yrs, unmarried, housekeeper and her sister Mariane Woodman 53yrs, in Newton Village, Newton St Cyres, Devon. Also listed is blacksmith Robert Trend 17yrs (born 1834 London). |
| | POOLE | William.J. | Blacksmith | 1824: William John Poole, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born about 1824 in Guernsey, Channel Islands. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living in Chapel Street, Brixham, Totnes, Devon. with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Cornworthy, Devon). In 1861 William is 38yrs (now a whitesmith and blacksmith), Elizabeth 40yrs, still living in Brixham. Children: Sarah 7yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs; Fanny 3yrs; William under 1yr infant. |
| | POPE | Edmund | Blacksmith | 1835: Edmund Pope, blacksmith. Born about 1835, Upin Cott, Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Upin Cott, Crediton, Devon; apprenticed to blacksmith James & Ann Clegg. 1861 census Edmund is 26yrs with wife Mary Ann nee Potter 20yrs(born Whitestone). Living at Nadder Cottages with Mary Ann’s father James Potter 53yrs, widower (labourer). |
| | POPE | James | Blacksmith | 1803: James Pope, master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1803, Paington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 40yrs, at Paington, with wife Betsy 44yrs. Children: Matthew 18yrs; Adelaide 13yrs; John 3yrs; Thomas 6mths infant. In 1851 James is 48yrs, a widower, at Culverhay St, Totnes, Devon; with John 13yrs & Thomas 10yrs; plus Mother Jane Pope, 79yrs, widow. |
| | POPE | James William | Blacksmith | 1876: James William Pope, blacksmith, military. Born 1876, Exeter, Devon, England. James William Pope became a Stoker in the Royal Navy and saw action during the Boxer Rebellion aboard HMS Algerine at the taking of the Taku Forts in 1900. He served in the Royal Navy during WW1 as a stoker first class and died as a result of injuries in 1921. He is buried at Exeter Higher Cemetery and is listed on the War Memorial. He is listed in the 1891 Census as a relative of George Pope (blacksmith) born 1859 in Shobrooke, Devon. George Pope was James William Pope's uncle. James. W. Pope is listed in both Blacksmiths of Devon and Military Blacksmiths Indexes. Contact Lara by |
| | POPE | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Pope, master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1809, Tiverton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 30yrs, at Wheatly Village, Alphington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Alphington). Children: Mary Ann 2yrs; Maria 6mths infant. Also listed: John Langdon 25yrs (blacksmith) and William Warren 10yrs (apprentice blacksmith). In 1851 John is 42yrs, at ?Widley Cottage, St. Thomas, Alphington, Devon; Elizabeth 40yrs. Children: Mary Ann 1 4yrs; Maria 10yrs; William 8yrs; John 7yrs; Emily 5yrs; Caroline 3yrs. |
| | POPE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1828: Samuel Pope, master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1828, Brushford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 14yrs, at Partridge Park. Also listed is his mother Johanna Pope 55yrs, widow. Sisters: Ann 26yrs, unmarried; Fanny 20yrs; Joanna 20yrs. In 1851 Samuel is 23yrs, unmarried, still at Partridge Water Park, Mooreland. Mother Johanna Pope 66yrs, widow; his sister Ann. H. Pope 36yrs (housekeeper). Richard Francis 22yrs(blacksmith)and Francis Lovehill 15yrs (apprentice blacksmith). |
| | POPE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1828: Samuel Pope, blacksmith. Born about 1828, Shobrooke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, unmarried, at Lower Week, Crediton, Devon; servant/apprenticed to blacksmith Robert & Ann Week). In 1861 Samuel is 32yrs, living at Higher Holm, Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon with wife Sally 32yrs (born Stockleigh,Pomeroy). |
| | POPPLESTONE | William | Blacksmith | 1837: William Anthony Popplestone, blacksmith apprentice. Christened 230th September 1837 in St Germans, Cornwall, England. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living at 29 Dock Walls Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Parents: William 40yrs & Ann 40yrs. Siblings: Anthony 18yrs (engineer apprentice); Mary 16yrs; Susan 10yrs; Elizabeth 2yrs. Mother-in-law Susan Colley 72yrs. Sister-in-law Susan Colley 43yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | POTHAM | Henry | Blacksmith | 1820: Henry Potham, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 31yrs, living at 24 Cumberland Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Wife: Ann 33yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: Emily. J. 7yrs; Edwin Jas 5yrs; Henry under 1yr infant. See Blacksmiths of Devon Index for grandfather Thomas Potham 71yrs retired blacksmith. |
| | POTHAM | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1781: Thomas Potham, blacksmith retired. Born about 1781 in Zeal, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 70yrs, living Cumberland Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with daughter Mary Ann Potham 29yrs , unmarred and grandson Thomas Potham 13yrs. Visitor: Mary Ann Pengelly 50yrs.Thomas is grandfather of blacksmith Henry Potham born 1820. |
| | POTTER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1822: Thomas Potter, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1822 in Otterton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list Thomas as 29yrs,living in Tipton Village, Honiton, Devon with wife Agnes 30yrs (born Ottery, Devon). Children: Thomas 2yrs, William 4mths infant. |
| | POWLESLAND | James | Blacksmith | 1812: James Powlesland, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1812 in Portlemouth, Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 39yrs, living at New House, East Portlemouth with wife Mary 36yrs (born Portlemouth). Children: Fanny 12yrs, John 8yrs, William 6yrs, Elizabeth 4yrs, Ann 2yrs. Lodger: Robt. Burgoyne 27yrs, unmarried (blacksmith). |
| | PRAED | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Praed, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Marazeon, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living in 95 James Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Agnes 26yrs (born Marazeon). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PRATT | Charles | Blacksmith | 1814: Charles Pratt, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Colaton Raleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 37yrs, New Inn, Colaton Raleigh with wife Elizabeth 36yrs (born Colaton Raleigh) and their 6 Children. |
| | PRATT | William | Blacksmith | 1825: William Pratt, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Rockbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 26yrs, lodging in Mill Street, Ottery St Mary Honiton with William & Mary Ann Searl (blacksmiths). |
| | PRESCOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1818: Richard Prescott, master blacksmith, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1818 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 33yrs, living in Gunn, Barnstaple, Devon with his sister Sarah Prescott 24yrs (Lace Mender) (born Tawstock). Lodger: apprentice blacksmith Frederick Bromham 14yrs. |
| | PRESCOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Prescott, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Alverdiscot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living in Huntshaw Water, Torrington, Devon. Wife: Susana 28yrs (born Yarnscombe, Devon). Son: George 6mth infant. Visitor: Therza Prescott 15yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: William Hooper 15yrs. |
| | PRIDDLE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1810: Robert Priddle, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Haylis Beer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 40yrs, living in Prospect Place, Exeter St Mary, Major Exeter,Devon with wife Ann 38yrs (born Halford, Devon). |
| | PRIDEAUX | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1826: Thomas Prideaux blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826 in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 15yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith George Eddy (born 1796) in Pound Lane, Bishops Tawton, Devon. In 1851 Thomas is 25yrs, unmarried, lodging in High Street, Ilfracombe, Devon with John Colwoll 56yrs (a master sawyer) and Christine Colwoll 52yrs. Others listed: Brother in law Samuel Gorden 37yrs, widower (husbandman); niece Elizabeth Gorden 10yrs; Visitors: John Sutton 40yrs (a malster); Mary Scamp 23yrs. |
| | PRIEST | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Priest, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Thornbury, Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 22yrs, unmarried, living in Thornbury with his father Richard 60yrs, widower (farmer of 47 acres) and brother John 24yrs (farmer). Also listed is errand boy William Ward 9yrs. |
| | PRING | Francis.E. | Blacksmith | 1823: Francis. E. Pring, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Otterton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 28yrs, lodging in St.Thomas-Woodbury, Aylesbeare, Devon with George and Jane Eveleigh (carpenters). |
| | PRIOR | Sampson | Blacksmith | 1814: Sampson Prior, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Men Feniot, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Sampson as 37yrs, living at 6 St. John Street, Clowance, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 33yrs (born Liskeard, Cornwall). Children: Albert 12yrs and Elizabeth 5yrs. Brother-in-law: James Roberts 20yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PRIOR | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1830: Samuel Prior, blacksmith apprentice. Born 1830-1831 in St Stephens, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 20yrs, apprentice with George Blatchford 33yrs (master blacksmith) and Elizabeth 26yrs at Doidge Cottage, Lewtrenchard Tavistock, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PRISCOTT | George | Blacksmith | 1800: George Priscott, master blacksmith, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1800, Huntshaw, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 40yrs, at Huntshaw Croft; with wife Mary 40yrs (born Huntshaw). Children: Mary 17yrs; Ann 15yrs; Eliza 8yrs; William 19yrs; Thurza 7yrs; Jane 4yrs; Sarah 1yr infant. Also, George Priscott 22yrs(A tailor). In 1851 George is 50yrs, at Huntshaw Cross,Torrington; with wife Mary 50yrs Children: Mary 26yrs; Eliza 19yrs; Jane 14yrs; Sarah Ann 11yrs; George 2yrs. Apprentice Blacksmith: Henry Stoneman 19yrs (born great Torrington). |
| | PRISCOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1840: Richard Priscott, blacksmtih. Born 1840-1841 in Instow, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 1yrs infant, at Instow Town, Barnstaple, Devon; with family. 1851: Richard is 10yrs at same address. 1861: Richard is 20yrs at same address. 1871: Richard is 30yrs, living at no.1, Richmond Terrace, Bideford, Devon; with wife Harriett 26yrs. Children: Emily.E. 3yrs and William.N. 1yr infant. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William (born 1803) and Frances plus siblings including blacksmith brother William(born 1853). |
| | PRISCOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1853: William Priscott (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1853, Instow, Devon. The 1861 UK census lists him as 8yrs, at Instow Town, Barnstaple, Devon; with family. 1871: William (Jnr) is 18yrs still at Instow Town. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents William (born 1816) and Frances plus siblings including blacksmith brother Richard (born 1841). |
| | PRISCOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Priscott (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1813, in Tawstock, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as ?25yrs (born ?1816), living in Instow Town with wife Frances 20yr (born Instow) and son Richard 1yr infant. The 1851 census lists William as 38yrs (born ?1813), Frances 33yrs. Children: Sarah Ann 8yrs; Frances 6yrs; John 3yrs; James 8mths infant. Apprentice: James Duckham 20yrs (born Chard, Somerset). In 1861: William is 48yrs (born 1813), still at Instow Village; Frances 44yrs. Children: Richard 20yrs (blacksmith), Sarah Ann 16yrs, John 13yrs, James 11yrs, William 8yrs, Louisa 5yrs, Thomas 3yrs. 1871: William 68yrs; Frances 54yrs. Children: Sarah Ann, 27yrs, unmarried; John 22yrs (carpenter), Unmarried; William 18yr, unmarried (blacksmith); Louisa 18yrs,unmarried. |
| | PRISTACOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1788: Richard Pristacott, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1788 in Newton Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 63yrs, living at St Johns Chapple, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Sarah 64yrs (born Huntsham, Devon) and son Thomas 23yrs (born 1828 blacksmith). Apprentice George Rudd 17yrs. |
| | PRISTACOTT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1828: Thomas Pristacott, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1828 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 23yrs, living at St Johns Chapple, Barnstaple, Devon with his parents Richard 63yrs (born 1788 master blacksmith) and Sarah 64yrs. Also listed is apprentice George Rudd 17yrs. |
| | PROAT | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Proat, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Tawstock, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, lodging at 7 Chapel Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with Tamson Gill (or Gitt) widow 72yrs. |
| | PROUSE | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Prouse, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1804 in Buckland Brewer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs, living at Bilsford Cottage,Buckland Brewer with wife Catherine 49yrs (born Buckland Brewer). Apprentice blacksmith William Heal 18yrs (born 1832 Devon). |
| | PROUT | Charles | Blacksmith | 1835: Charles Prout, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 16yrs, lodging with blacksmith John and Ann Lyndon at Curtis Knowle, Diptford, Totnes, Devon. |
| | PROUT | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Prout blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1832 in Lydford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, lodging with Henry ( a carpenter) and Elizabeth Bickle at Lough Gate, Tavistock, Devon. |
| | PROUT | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Prout, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Milton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 54yrs, living at Hart's Well, Tavistock, Devon with wife Joannah 51yrs (born Lamerton, Devon). Children: Robert 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith), Thomas 10yrs and Edmond 7yrs. |
| | PROUT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1819: Robert Prout, blacksmith master, employs 1 apprentice. Born about 1819 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list Robert as 32yrs, living in the Village, Petertavy, Tavistock with wife Susan 37yrs (born Meavy, Devon). Children: Jane 8yrs, Mary 5yrs, Ann 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith John Knight 17yrs. |
| | PROUT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1835: Robert Prout, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 16yrs,living at Hart's Well, Tavistock, Devon with parents John 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith) and Joannah. Siblings: Thomas 10yrs and Edmond 7yrs. |
| | PROUT | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Prout, blacksmith. Born 1822-1823 in Lamerton, Tavistock, Devon, England.The 1841 Uk census lists William as 15yrs, living at Hart’s Well Cottage, Lewtrenchard, Devon with parents John 40yrs (born blacksmith ) and Johanna 35yrs. Siblings: Jane 12yrs; John 10yrs; Robert 7yrs; Mary 4yrs and Thomas under 1yr infant. In 1851 William is 28yrs living in the Village, Lydford, Devon with wife Mary Ann 28yrs (born Climsland, Cornwall). The 1871 census lists William as 46yrs, Mary Ann 46yrs, living in LAmbeth London, Surrey. Also listed is niece Kate HEnwood 7yrs (born Cornwall) and a boarder Thomas Collicott 24yrs, unmarried (a coach builder). See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members. |
| | PROWSE | George | Blacksmith | 1834: George Prowse, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Highweek, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 7yrs living in Highweek Village with parents Richard 50yrs (born 1791 master blacksmith) and Catherine 40yrs. Siblings: William 16yrs; Joanna 11yrs; John 5yrs (born 1836 blacksmith); Albert 3yrs. In 1851 George as 17yrs, apprentice with blacksmith Richard Taylor (born 1825) and Esther Taylor in Ellebridge House, Newton Abbot, Broadhempson, Devon. In 1871 George is 36yrs, living in Morice Town, Devonport, Devon with wife Ann 37yrs (born Chagford, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 12yrs; Catherine 10yrs; Annie 8yrs; John. M. 5yrs; Emma 3yrs. |
| | PROWSE | James | Blacksmith | 1825: James Prowse, blacksmith. Born 1825-1826 in Newton Bushell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 26yrs, living at Miss Richards Court, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Wife: Ann 30yrs (born Moreton, Devon) and daughter Anna 1yr infant. Mother-in-law: Susan Short 60yrs. In1861 James is 34yrs, Ann is 40yrs, living in Abbotskerswell, Newton Abbot. Children: Anna .M. 11yrs; Ellen 4yrs; James. J. 1yr infant. Apprentice blacksmith, nephew John Heyward 17yr . By 1871 Ann is a widow aged 50yrs. Children: Ellen 14yrs; James 11yrs. Nephew John Heyward 27yrs. |
| | PROWSE | John.T. | Blacksmith | 1836: John. T. Prowse, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Highweek, Newton Abbott, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John.T. as 5yrs, living in Highweek Village Village with parents Richard 50yrs (born 1791 master blacksmith) and Catherine 40yrs. Siblings: William 16yrs; Joanna 11yrs; George 7yrs (born 1834 blacksmith); Albert 3yrs. In 1851 John.T. is 15yrs still living in Highweek with his parents Richard 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith master) and Catherine 30yrs. |
| | PROWSE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1791: Richard Prowse, blacksmith master. Born about 1791 in Bishopsteignton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 50yrs living in Highweek Village with wife Catherine nee Turner 40yr (married 13 February 1824, Exeter). Children: William 16yrs; Joanna 11yrs; George 7yrs; John 5yrs; Albert 3yrs. Others listed: Thomas Blacker 47yrs and Mary Blackler 34yrs. In 1851 Richard is 60yrs, Catherine 50yrs, living in Highweek Village. Children: John.T. 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith), Albert Jobes 13yrs and Frederick Jethro 9yrs. In 1861: Richard is70yrs, a widower, still in Highweek Village with children: Albert 23yrs; Frederick 18yrs. Visitors: Ann Prowse 27yrs and Elizabeth Prowse 2yrs. |
| | PRYNNE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1832: Robert Prynne, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 19yrs, living at 9 St. John Street, Clowance, Devon. Parents: Charles & Elizabeth. See Shipwrights Index for brother Samuel 16yrs. Other siblings listed: William 22yrs, Elizabeth 15yrs. |
| | PUDIFIN | James | Blacksmith | 1845: James Pudifin, blacksmith master, plumb, employs 2 men and 3 boys. Born about1845 in Plympton, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists James as 26yrs, living in St Andrew, Devon with his mother Ann Pudifin 59yrs and sister Louisa 15yrs. In 1881 James is 36yrs, wife Emma 33yrs. Children: Emma. S. 7yrs; Florence 4yrs; Kate.A. 1yr infant. Mother in law: Ann Nankivell 66yrs. The 1901 UK census lists James as 56yrs, living in Plympton, St Maurice with wife Emma 53yrs (born Pyworthy, Devon). Children: Emma. S. 27yrs; Florence 23yrs; Kate. A. 21yrs; Ethel. A. 17yrs; Arthur. J. 15yrs; Samuel. H. 13yrs. |
| | PUDIFIN | William (or Jonathon) | Blacksmith | 0000: William (or Jonathon) Pudifin, blacksmith. My grandfather owned & operated a blacksmith shop in Plymton St. Maurice, Devon. England. See picture of Pudifins House on the Interesting Stories Link, on my Home Page. Contact Steve by. |
| | PUGH | Henry.L. | Blacksmith | 1808: Henry. L. Pugh, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in St Kean, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 43yrs, living in St Budeaux Village, Plympton St Mary, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth B. 33yrs (born East Stonehouse, Devon). Children: Mary Jane 16yrs, Henry 11yrs, George.W. 1yr. Lodger: Richard Coombes 58yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | PULLING | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1832: Edwin Pulling, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 19yrs, living in Woodford Village, Kingsbridge, Devon. Parents Thomas (born 1807 blacksmith) and Ann plus his brother Thomas 14yrs (born 1837 apprentice blacksmith). |
| | PULLING | Thomas (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1837: Thomas Pulling (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas (Jnr) as 14yrs, living in Woodford Village, Kingsbridge, Devon. Parents Thomas (born 1807 blacksmith) and Ann plus his brother Edwin 19yrs (born 1832 apprentice blacksmith). |
| | PULLING | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1807: Thomas Pulling (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas (Snr) as 44yrs, living in Woodford Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Ann 45yrs (born Blackawton). Children: Edwin 19yrs (born 1832 apprentice blacksmith) and Thomas 14yrs (born 1837 apprentice blacksmith). |
| | PULLMAN | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1841: John Pullman (Jnr), blacksmith and labourer. Born 8th December 1841, at Heaveitree, Devon, England and died in Toronto, Canada in 1905. The 1851 UK census lists John (Jnr) as 9yrs, living with his family at Stepcote Hill, Exeter, Devon. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents John & Ann Pullman and his siblings William 20yrs, unmarried (blacksmith); Ann 17yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; Samuel 11yrs. John (Jr), immigrated to Canada. The earliest record found of John in Canada is on the 1861 Census for Canada, which shows him as a servant with a wagon-maker Wm Smith and family. John (Jnr) is listed as a Blacksmith in 1869 in Toronto City Directory. Two people are tracing this PULLMAN and their information differs. Plenty of information available. Contact Patty by or Emily by. |
| | PULLMAN | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1810: John Pullman (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1810, Upottery-Devon, England and died: 28 Sep 1852 aged 44yrs, in Exeter St.Marys . The 1841 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living at Heavitree, Devon, England; with wife Ann 35yrs (nee Froom, born Shute, Devon). Children: William 10yrs; Ann 7yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs; Samuel2yrs. In 1851 John (Snr) is 41yrs, living at Stepcote Hill, Exeter, St Mary Steps 282,Devonshire; with wife Ann 46yrs Children: William 20yrs, unmarried (blacksmith); Ann 17yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; Samuel 11yrs; John (Jnr) 9yrs (blacksmith, moved to Toronto by 1898). Two family members are tracing this Pullman branch. Contact Patty by or Emily by. |
| | PULLMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1831: William Pullman 20yrs, blacksmith. Born about 1831, Stepcote Hill, Exeter, St Mary Steps 282,Devonshire. The 1841 UK census lists William as 10yrs, living with his family at Heavitree, Devon. See Blacksmith of Devon for his parents John (Snr) and Ann Pullman,plus siblings. Including brother John (Jnr) who immigrated to Canada by 1861. In 1851 William is 20yrs, unmarried, still with his family. In 1861 William is 26yrs, living in Stepcote hill with wife Mary Ann 25yrs (nee Gallop, born Somerset). They can be seen with their children in census 1871 and 1881.William died 23 March 1887. Two family members are tracing this Pullman branch. Contact Patty by or Emily by. |
| | PULMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1801: Thomas Pulman, blacksmith. Born about 1801, Colyton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 50yrs, living at Short Hill, Beer, Devon with wife Louesia 53y (born Seaton, devon). Children: Louesia 21y, Abel 15y. Visitors: Kezia Agland, 20yrs, lacemaker and Elizabeth Colier 21yrs, lacemaker. |
| | PULTON | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1825: Samuel Pulton, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1825 in Launceston, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 26yrs, living at 14 Mount Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Susan 24yrs (born Lottiswell, Devon)
| | | PUNCHARD | William | Blacksmith | 1822: William Punchard, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Dittisham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 29yrs, lodging in Higher Dittisham, Totnes with Thomas & Betsy Ferris (ag. labourers). |
| | PURDY | James | Blacksmith | 1833: James Purdy, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Modbury, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 8yrs, living at Cherry Hill, Modbury with his father William 50yrs and sister Jane 14yrs. In 1851 James is 18yrs, apprentice with John (born 1818 in Modbury) and Mary Tippet in Millcombe, Devon. |
| | PURSEY | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Pursey, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Hemyock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living in the Square, Wellington, Devon with wife Ann 30yrs (born Thorverton, Devon). Children: John Henry Pursey 5yrs, Mary Ann Pursey 3yrs, George Painter Pursey 2yrs , William Pursey 3yrs. Nurse: Mary Trenchard 47yrs. Servant: Sarah Manfield 12yrs. Blacksmith servant: Francis Hart 21yrs. |
| | PUTT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1820: Thomas Putt, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Malborough, Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 21yrs, lodging in Fore Street, Malborough with William Brooking 20yrs and his family. Also listed: Thomas Lakerman 20yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 31yrs, Marlborough with wife Catherine 31yrs (born Malborough. Children: Thomas. W. 2yrs, Kate 2yrs, Harriet 10 months, Francis 10 months (possibly 2 sets of twins). The 1871 census lists Thomas as 52yrs, Catherine 52yrs. Children: Susan 10yrs and Sophia 5yrs. Living in Salcombe, Malborough. |
| | PYE | George | Blacksmith | 1804: George Pye, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Ottary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 47yrs, visiting Walsham Road New Inn, Erpingham, Norfolk. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Norfolk. |
| | PYKE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1788: Samuel Pyke, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 63 yrs, living at 12 Ordnance Street, Devonport with wife Elizth. 55yrs (born Devonport). Children: George Pyke 21yrs and Rachael Pyke 17yrs. Grand-daughter: Elizabeth Creech 5yrs. |
| | PYNE | John | Blacksmith | 1788: John Pyne, blacksmith. Born about 1788 in West Teignmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 63yrs, living in Bitton St, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Julia 49yrs (born West Teignmouth). |
| | PYTHER | Edmund | Blacksmith | 1836: Edmund Pyther, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edmund as 15 yrs, living at 1 Higher Street, Plymouth, Devon with parents: Robert (a rope maker, Chelsea Pensioner) and Ann. Siblings: Robert 12yrs, Elizabeth 11yrs, Henry 5yrs. |
| | QUICK | Edward | Blacksmith | 1792: Edward Quick, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Plymtree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 59yrs, living in Plymtree Village, Honiton with sons Henry 28yrs and John 21yrs, both carpenters. |
| | QUICK | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Quick, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Marham, Church, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrs, living in Adelaide Street, Parish of St. Andrew Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 45yrs (born Church). Daughters: Elizabeth under 18yrs and Mary 20yrs. Lodgers: James Rogers 20yrs (labourer); Rolfurt White 20yrs (mason) and Robert Didd 20yrs (mason). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | QUICK | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1826: Samuel Quick, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Stockley, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 25yrs, living in Leycott, Crediton, Devon with wife Susan 25yrs (born Blatten Keming, Devon) and daughter Georghena 1yr infant. Visitor: George Luxton 9yrs. Apprentice blacksmith John Beadlow 15yrs. |
| | RADFORD | Edwin | Blacksmith | 1830: Edwin Radford, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edwin as 21yrs, living at 5 Market Lane, Stoke Damerel, Devon with parents Henry 61yrs (born 1790 blacksmith) and Sophia 59yrs plus brother John 24yrs (born 1827 blacksmith). |
| | RADFORD | Henry | Blacksmith | 1790: Henry Radford, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 61yrs, living at 5 Market Lane, Stoke Damere, Devon with wife Sophia 59yrs (born Devonport) and sons John 24yrs (born 1827 blacksmith) and Edwin 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | RADFORD | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Radford, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, living at 5 Market Lane, Stoke Damerel, Devon with parents Henry 61yrs (born 1790 blacksmith) and Sophia 59yrs plus brother Edwin (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | RALPH | Francis | Blacksmith | 1834: Francis Ralph, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Stone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 17yrs, living at 8 South Hill Buildings, Devonport. Francis worked at the dock yard. Parents: Thomas 51yrs (a rope maker)and Phillis 52yrs plus his sister Fannie Ralph 47yrs. In 1861 Francis is 27yrs, unmarried, working at H.M. dock yard, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Father Thomas 61yrs. Jane Warren 35yrs, widow (sister of Francis); Phillis Warren 9yrs; Samuel Ralph (listed as female but might be ?Fannie), 59yrs, unmarried. 1871: Francis is 37yrs, unmarried. Still in Stoke Damerel. Other listed: father Thomas 71yrs; his sister Jane Warren 46yrs; his sister Fanny Ralph 67yrs. Visitor Phillis Orchard 6yrs. |
| | RANDALL | John | Blacksmith | 1797: John Randall, blacksmith master, employs 2 labourers. Born about 1797 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 54yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham with wife Nancy 53yrs (born Chivelstone, Devon). They had 7 children which included 2 sons Peter. M. Rabdall 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith) and Richard Randall 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | RANDALL | Peter.M. | Blacksmith | 1824: Peter.M.Randall, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1824 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 27yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham with parents John 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith master) and Nancy 53yrs. Peter had 6 siblings which includes brother Richard Randall 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | RANDALL | Richard | Blacksmith | 1830: Richard Randalll, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 21yrs, living in Kingsbridge, Stokenham with parents John 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith master) and Nancy 53yrs. Richard had 6 siblings which includes brother Peter. M. Randall 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith). |
| | RANDLE (RUNDLE) | William | Blacksmith | 1801: William Randle (Rundle), blacksmith. Born about 1801 in South Huish, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living in Harbeton, Ford,Totnes, Devon. Lodging with Thomas Payne 57yrs (born 1794 blacksmith) and Eliz. 58yrs and daughter Ann. M. Payne 19yrs. Contact Reg who believes this is William Rundle. William never married and it possible that his name was mis-spelt in the 1851 Census. Contact Reg by. |
| | RAYMOND | Simon | Blacksmith | 1828: Simon Raymond, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Winkley, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Simon as 23yrs, living at 7 Banawell Street, Tavistock, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 21yrs( born South Lydenham, Devon) and son Henry 6months infant. |
| | RAYMOND | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Raymond, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living in Folly, Torrington, Devon with wife Eliza 28yrs (born Crediton, Devon) . Children: Elizabeth 7yrs, John 5yrs, Mary 3yrs. Apprentice: George Dawe 17yrs. |
| | RAYMONT/RAYMOND | Robert | Blacksmith | 1800: Robert Raymont (Raymond) (Snr), blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 40yrs, away from his family, is possibly working with Richard Cann in Morchard Bishop. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 50yrs, living in Barton Street,Torrington, Devon with wife Ann 46yrs born (Winkleigh). Children: William 19yrs (born 1832 Blackmith); Mary. J. 14yr; Elizabeth 9yrs; Betsey 7yrs; Richard 3yrs. |
| | RAYMONT/RAYMOND | Robert | Blacksmith | 1829: Robert Raymont (Raymond) (Jnr), blacksmith journeyman. Born 1829 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 12yrs, living in Higher Street, Winkleigh mother Ann 30yrs. Father: Robert (Snr) blacksmith is possibly working with Richard Cann in Morchard Bishop. Siblings: William 8yrs; James 6yrs; Mary Jane 3yrs; Ann 1yr infant. Also listed is Alexander Tucker 22yrs. In 1851 Robert is 22yrs, lodging with William Day (born 1812 blacksmith master) and Ann 41yrs and family; in Fore Street, North Tawton Okehampton, Devon. |
| | RAYMONT/RAYMOND | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Raymont (Raymond), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 8yrs, , living in Higher Street, Winkleigh mother Ann 30yrs. Father: Robert (Snr) blacksmith is possibly working away. Siblings: Robert (Jnr) 12yrs; James 6yrs; Mary Jane 3yrs; Ann 1yr infant. Also listed is Alexander Tucker 22yrs. In 1851 William is 19yrs, apprenticed to parents Robert 50yrs (blacksmith master) and Ann 46yrs; living in Barton Street,Torrington, Devon. |
| | REBURN | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Reburn, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living at 25 Southside Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Sarah Ann 28yrs (born Plymouth). Children: William 5yrs, Richard 3yrs, Ann 1y infant. |
| | REDAWAY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1782: Richard Redaway, blacksmith. Born about 1782 in Samford Courteney, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 69yrs, living in Barley Market Street, Tavistock, Devonwith daughter Harriet 36yrs, school mistress. |
| | REDCLIFT | William | Blacksmith | 1832: William Redclift, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Monkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living in Torrington Lane, Bideford, Devon. Parents: William and Elizabeth Redclift (a bargeman). Siblings: Maria 22yrs, James 17yrs, Sarah 11yrs. |
| | REDSTONE | Harry | Blacksmith | 1836: Harry Redstone, blacksmith apprentice with his father. Born about 1836 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Harry as 15yrs, living in New Quay, Tavistock with parents John 40yrs (born 1810 blacksmith master) and Mary. A. 40yrs Redstone. |
| | REDSTONE | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Redstone, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1810 in North Hill, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrsliving in New Quay, Tavistock with wife Mary. A. 40yrs (born Tavistock). They had several children which includes son Harry 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | REED | John | Blacksmith | 1814: John Reed, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Milton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 37yrs, living in Milton Abbot with wife Susanna 36yrs(born Milton Abbot). Children: 5 listed see census 1851. |
| | REED | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Reed, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, living in the Merton Village, Torrington Union, Devon. Parents: William 52yrs (born 1799 blacksmith master) and Betsey 48yrs plus his brother William 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith). |
| | REED | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Reed, blacksmith. Borna bout 1819 in Lampford Courtenay, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 32yrs, living in Middle of Green, Crediton, Devon with wife Charlotte 31yrs (born Lapford, Devon). Children: Samuel 7yrs, Mary A. 6yrs, William 4yrs, Charlotte 2yrs, Emma 9mths infant. Servant blacksmith George Shore 16yrs. |
| | REED | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: William Reed (Jnr), blacksmith Born about 1830 in Merton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 21yrs, living in the Merton Village, Torrington Union, Devon. Parents: William 52yrs (born 1799 blacksmith master) and Betsey 48yrs plus his brother John 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). |
| | REED | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1799: William Reed (Snr), blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1799 in Peters Marland, Devon , England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 52yrs, living in Merton Village, Torrington Union, Devon with wife Betsey 48yrs (born Merton). Children: Betsey 24yrs, William 21yrs (blacksmith), John 17yrs (blacksmith), Ann 6yrs, George 2yrs. Lodgers: Thomas James 25yrs & John Tucker 20yrs. |
| | RENDLE | William.H. | Blacksmith | 1834: William.H.Rendle, blacksmith. Born about 1834, Plymstock, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living in Plymstock with his parents and siblings. See the Wheelwrights Index for parents John and Harriet Rendle and other family members. In 1861 William is 27yrs, living in Sheerness, Kent with wife Mary Jane 23yrs (born Plymstock). |
| | RENDOLS | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Rendols, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Chivelstone, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, living in East Prawle, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Maria 19yrs (born Blackawton, Devon). |
| | RENNING | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Renning, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, lodging at 7 George Street Back, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Lodges with Matthew Easterbrook and family. Also visiting is Amelia Renning 20yrs. |
| | RESDON | John | Blacksmith | 1794: John Resdon, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 57yrs, living in High Street, Crediton with wife Mary 60yrs (born Crediton). Two nephews listed: James Sobey 1yrs and Samuel Sobey 26yrs (both blacksmiths). |
| | REYNOLDS | Ernest William | Blacksmith | 1887: Ernest William Reynolds, blacksmith, farrier, military. Born 1887 in Roughton, Norfolk ,England. Sergeant Blacksmith (Farrier) in Norfolk Regiment. Later a Smith in Cromer, worked at Cromer Hall. Married Mary Elizabeth Ward 1909. See him also in the Blacksmiths of Norfolk Index and MIlitary Index. Contact Sue by |
| | RHYMES | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Rhymes, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Stokenham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living in Ebrignton Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Ann 58yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon). Daughter-law: Mary Hobbs 31yrs. Daughter-law: Sarah Hobbs 21yrs. |
| | RICE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1823: Henry Rice. blacksmith. Born about 1823, Lamerton Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 28yrs, at Market House, East Teignmouth, Devon; with wife Eliza 24yrs (born Teignmouth). Children: John 5yrs; Eliza 1y infant. |
| | RICE | James | Blacksmith | 1827: James Rice, blacksmith. Born about 1827, Tavisctock, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 24yrs, with wife Susan ?28yrs and daughter Mary.E. Rice 1y Infant. All living with his parents: Roger Rice 59yrs (ag.labourer) & Martha 58yrs at Elbow Lane Tavistock. |
| | RICE | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Rice, blacksmith. Born about 1829, Coldridge, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 22yrs, at Newcombes, Crediton, Devon. See this index for parents blacksmith Joseph & Mary Rice plus his brother Richard (blacksmith). |
| | RICE | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Rice,blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826, Bratton Clovelly, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 25yrs, at Bratton Village, Okehampton, Devon. Lodges with blacksmiths John & Ann Pine. |
| | RICE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1792: Joseph Rice, blacksmith. Born about 1792, Coldridge, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 59yrs, at Newcombes, Crediton, Devon; with wife Mary 57yrs (born Coldridge). Children: John 22yrs (blacksmith), Richard 19yrs (blacksmith). Grandson: William 11yrs. |
| | RICE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1832: Richard Rice, blacksmith. Born about 1832, Coldridge, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 19yrs, at Newcombes, Crediton, Devon. See this index for parents: blacksmith Joseph & Mary Rice & brother John (blacksmith). |
| | RICE | Richard John | Blacksmith | 1840: Richard John Rice, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1840,Plympton St Mary, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 10yrs, at Common Wood,---Egg Auckland, St Mary, Devon; with parents Thomas & Elizabeth (Quarry worker). See census 1851 for siblings listed. |
| | RICE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1828: Thomas Rice, blacksmiths. Born about 1828, Lamerton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 23yrs, at North Brent, North Brent, Tavistock,Devon; with wife Catherine 25yrs (born Lamerton) and son Edwin 1yr infant. |
| | RICE | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1840: William Rice (Jnr),blacksmith. Born about 1840, Lamerton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 10yrs, at Easter Place, Lamerton with parents, blacksmith William and Grace; plus brother Edward and ?step brother James Coram. |
| | RICE | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1805: William Rice (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1805, Lamerton, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 46yrs, at Easter Place, Lamerton with wife Grace 55yrs(born Brenton, Devon). Children: William 10yrs. (blacksmith); Edward ?14yrs. Son-in-law (?stepson): James Coram 16yrs,unmarried. |
| | RICH | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1814: Joseph Rich, blacksmith. Born about 1837, Jacobstow, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 37yrs, at 10 Downs Park, Tavistock, Devon; with wife Ann 45yrs. Children: 7 listed see census 1851. |
| | RICHARD | William Mark | Blacksmith | 1834: William Mark Richards, blacksmith apprentice. Christened 12th January 1834 in Wesleyan, Bideford, Devon, England ( See familysearch.org). The 1841 UK census lists William as 7yrs, Living at East of the Water, Bideford with his parents Philip 35yrs (a bargeman) and Betsy 35yrs. Siblings: Mary 13yrs; Ann 11yrs. In 1851 William is 17yrs, living in Barnstaple Street, Bideford. Parents: Philip 49yrs, Betsy 51yrs. Siblings: Ann 20yrs; Jane 7yrs. Visitor: Eliza Thorne 20yrs. |
| | RICHARDS | Emml. | Blacksmith | 1824: Emmanuel Richards, blacksmith master. There are two Emmanuel Richards on the census, one listed as 16yrs and one as 18yrs. Both seem to have a connection with a Simon Richards. I suspect these are one and the same. Using this one for the 1841 UK census which lists Emmanuel as 18yrs, living in Kings Street, Colyton with Simon Richards 26yrs (?wheelwright not sure) and Joshua Richards 19yr. Also listed is Philip Guppy 69yrs (thatcher, pauper) and Joanna Guppy 61yrs. In 1851 Emmanuel is 27yrs, a widower, living in Cuckoo Street Colyton. The 1861 census lists Emmanuel as 37yrs, living at Bulls Court, Colyton with wife Mary Ann 34yrs and daughter Elizabeth 7yrs. |
| | RICHARDS | James | Blacksmith | 1791: James Richards, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Beerferris, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 50yrs, unmarried, living Fore Street, Buralston, Beer Ferris with his sister Mary Richards 45yrs. In 1851 James is 60yrs,unmarried, still in Fore Street, Buralston with his sister Mary Richards 56yrs (dressmaker). 1861: James is 70yrs, his sister Mary is 67yrs, at same address. |
| | RICHARDS | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Richards, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Beerferris, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 7yrs, living in Fore Street, beer Ferris with his parents John 47yrs and Mary 46yrs. Siblings: Jane 19yrs; John 13yrs; Samuel 10yrs; Thomas 4yrs. In 1851 James is 17yrs, still in Fore Street, Beerferris. Parents John 58yrs (a carpenter) and Mary 57yrs Richards Siblings: John 22yrs (a carpenter), Samuel 20yrs (a carpenter), Thomas 12yrs (a carpenter). Servant: Elizabeth Laundry 17yrs. Visitor: James Cudlip 3yrs. 1861: James is 37yrs, unmarried, at the same address. Mother: Mary 66yrs, widow. Siblings: John 33yrs and Thomas 23yrs. |
| | RICHARDS | Josiah (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1834: Josiah Richards (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Redruth, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists Josiah as 7yrs, living in Croft Handy, Gwennup, Cornwall. Parents: Josiah Richards 30yrs (born 1810 blacksmith) and ?Jane 30yrs. Siblings: John 9yrs;William 5yrs; Elisha 3yrs, Elizabeth under 1yr infant. In 1851 Josiah (Jnr) is 17yrs, living at 2 Johnson Square, Beerferris, Tavistock, Devon. Parents: Josiah 40yrs (born 1811 blacksmith) and ?step mother Elizabeth 38yrs. Siblings: Harriet 19yrs; John 10yrs; Elizbaeth.J. 7yrs; William.H. 3yrs. Visitor: William James 24yrs, unmarried (engineer). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | RICHARDS | Josiah (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1810: Josiah Richards (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Redruth, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists Josiah as 30yrs, living at Croft Handy, Gwennup, Cornwall. Wife (1) Jane 30yrs. Children: Josiah 7yrs (born 1834 blacksmith); John 9yrs;William 5yrs; Elisha 3yrs, Elizabeth under 1yr infant. In 1851 Joshua is 40yrs, living at 2 Johnson Square, Beerferris, Tavistock, Devon. Wife (2) Elizabeth 38yrs. Children: Josiah 17yrs; Harriet 19yrs; John 10yrs; Elizbaeth.J. 7yrs; William.H. 3yrs. Visitor: William James 24yrs, unmarried (engineer). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | RICHARDS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1806: Thomas Richards, blacksmith. Born 1806 in Stoke Damerel, Plymouth, Devon, England. We think Thomas worked at HM Dock Yards in Plymouth. The family moved to Kent before 1841. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 35yrs, living at the High Street Beal Platform, Minster, Kent. Wife Maria 32yrs (nee Frost born Plymouth). Children: Thomas 11yrs; Maria 9yrs; Francis 3yrs; Elizabeth 11 days old. Elizabeth Burgess 70yrs (born 1771). In 1851: Thomas is 44yrs, working at the dockyards at Gillingham, Kent. Thomas died Aug 1868 at 28 Charles St. Sheerness, kent and was buried 10 Aug 1868,Halfway Cemetery, Sheerness. Wife: Maria Frost born Devon 31 May 1828. Their daughter Maria Richards married Thomas Briggs a blacksmith in 1854 (my great-great grandparents) . See Kent Blacksmiths Index for Thomas Briggs. Contact Ann by |
| | RICHARDS | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Richards, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1824 in Lapford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, unmarried, an assistant with William 47yrs (born 1804 blacksmith) and Sarah 64yrs in Lapford, Crediton. Servant: Ann Josland 64yrs |
| | RICHMOND | Edward | Blacksmith | 1835: Edward Richmond, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in South Town, Suffolk, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edward as 16yrs,living in Row 17, Yarmouth with parents Benjamin 54yrs (a miller) and & Elizabeth 56yrs. |
| | RICKARD | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Rickard, blacksmith. Born 1830 and Baptised 28th November 1830 in Plymouth, Devon, England. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, living in York Place 5, St Andrew, Plymouth with parents John 50yrs (a tailor) and Charlotte 45yrs. Children: Charlotte 22yrs; George 18yrs ( a solicitors clerk); Henry 9yrs; Albert 7yrs; Reuben 4yrs. In 1861 John is 30yrs, unmarried, at St Andrew. Parents: John 60yrs, Charlotte 55yrs. Siblings: Henry. F. 19yrs (A printer); Albert 17yrs (plumber and gas fitter); Rebecca 14yrs. |
| | RICKARD | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Rickard, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living at 1 Back of Cornwall Street, Devonport, Devon. Parents: Edward 47yrs (a labourer, born Quethiock, Cornwall) and Elizabeth 50yrs (born Lanivet, Cornwall) Sisters: Mary Jane 17yrs & Maria 12yrs. Siblings: Mary Jane 17yrs; Maria 12yrs, Visitor: Mary Ann Strong 12yrs. Lodgers: Henry Emmett 51yrs, unmarried, labourer; Thomas Willoughby 30yrs, unmarried, labourer; John Holland 19yrs, waterman; Thomas Barrett 43yrs, unmarried porter; James Coram 33yrs, unmarried, porter. |
| | RICKARD | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Rickard, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Saltash, Cornwall, England.The 1851 UK census lists William as 20yrs, living at 5 Moon Street, Morice Town, Devon. Lodging with his uncle George Renolds 36yrs (a labourer) and aunt Sophia 31yrs Renolds. Cousins: Annabella Renolds 7yrs; George Edwin Renolds 5yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | RICKARD | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1803: William Rickard (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1803 Devonport, Devon, England and died in 1877 Devonport. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs,living at 20 Dock Walls Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Hannah nee Flemen 45yrs( born 1802 Mevagissey, Cornwall). See Shipwrights Index for their son William. See census 1851 for other children listed . Contact Jean (The other Rickard names are unknown to me) by |
| | RIDD | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1824: Thomas Ridd, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 27yrs, living at Scotts Buildings, Pilton, Barnstaple, Devon with parents John 61yrs ( a gardener) and Mary 53yrs. Brother John 15yrs. |
| | RIDER | Robert | Blacksmith | 1833: Robert Rider, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Slapton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 18yrs, and apprentice with master blacksmith Philip Steer 24yrs (born 1827) and Julia 25yrs, in Picadilly, East Allington, Devon. |
| | RIDGE | James | Blacksmith | 1818: James Ridge, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1818 in Fremington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 33yrs, living in Bickington, Devon with wife Betsy 31yrs (born Glover Fremington). Children: William 9yrs, John 7yrs, Ellen 3yrs. |
| | RIGGS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1833: Thomas Henry Riggs, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 8yrs, living in Lower Street, Charles the Martyr, Plymouth with parents Henry 35yrs and Elizabeth 35yrs. Siblings: Henry Crinp Riggs 7yrs; Mary Elizabeth 12yrs; Ann 9yrs. Grandparents: William Riggs 85yrs and Martha Riggs 65yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 18yrs, living at 24 Lower Street, Plymouth. Parents Henry 48yrs (a carpenter) and Elizabeth 44yrs. Siblings: Mary 22yrs; Ann 20yrs; William 16yrs (errand boy); Henry 12yrs (errand boy); Charles 8yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs; Peter 3yrs; Samuel 1yr infant. |
| | RIPPIN | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Rippin, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Burrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 41yrs, living in Bew Street, Devon with wife Elizabeth 44yrs (born Westleigh, Devon). Children: Harriet 15yrs, John 8yrs, James 5yrs, Edward 1yr. |
| | ROATLEY | George | Blacksmith | 1815: George Roatley, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 36yrs, living at Stepcote Hill, Exeter, St Mary Steps 282. Wife: Elizabeth 40yrs (born Exeter). |
| | ROBBINS | James | Blacksmith | 1794: James Robbins, master blacksmith. Born about 1794, Combmartin, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 57yrs,living at High Street, Ilfracombe, Devon with wife Jane 49yrs (born Combmartin). Also listed is apprentice blacksmith John Tucker 18yrs. Lodgers: Charles Langdon, widower, 83yrs (Carpenter) and George Norman 22yrs (tailor). |
| | ROBERTS | George | Blacksmith | 1824: George Roberts, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 27yrs, living in Castle Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Louisa 25yrs (born Plymouth) and daughter Damazine 1yr infant. |
| | ROBERTS | James | Blacksmith | 1828: James Roberts, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1828 in Bratton Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 23yrs, living in Bratton Village, Okehampton, Devon. Wife: Mary Ann 22yrs (born St Stephens, Cornwall) and daughter Joanna 9yrs. |
| | ROBERTS | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1835: John Roberts (Jnr), blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 16yrs, living in Middle Lane, Plymouth. Son of John Roberts (born 1805 blacksmith). Sisters: Ellen; Caroline and Rachael |
| | ROBERTS | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1805: John Roberts (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1805 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 46yrs, a widower, living in Middle Lane, Plymouth. Children: Ellen 12yrs, Caroline 10yrs, Rachael 6yrs & John 16yrs (born 1835 blacksmith). |
| | ROBERTS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1798: Thomas Roberts, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 53yrs, living in Bratton Clovelly, Devon with wife Ann 54yrs (born Bratton Clovelly). Children: Thomas 15yrs, Joanna 13 yrs, John 9yrs, William 5yrs. |
| | RODGMAN | Robert | Blacksmith | 1789: Robert Rodgman, master blacksmith, employs 2 men. Born about 1789 (1794? changes with each census), in Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 62yrs, living at 5 Quay, Illfracombe, Devon with wife Sarah (sally) 64yrs and son William 33yrs. In 1861 Robert is 67yrs, still in lfracombe. Wife: Sally 75yrs. Children: William 43yrs was the Harbour Master at Ilfracombe and John 40yrs a Shipwright. They lived at 9 Quay, Ilfracombe. See Shipwrights Index for John. Contact Nancy by |
| | ROGERS | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Rogers, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living in 43 Galpin Street, Modbury with parents John & Mary (Chelsea Pensioners). |
| | ROGERS | James | Blacksmith | 1826: James Rogers, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 25yrs, living at 13 Canterbury Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Wife Mary.A. 30yrs (born Liskear, Cornwall). |
| | ROGERS | Thomas (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Rogers (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Farrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 26yrs, living in the Village of Pinhoe, St Thomas, Devon with parents: Thomas 58yrs (born 1793 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 60yrs Rogers. |
| | ROGERS | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1793: Thomas Rogers (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1793 in Pinhoe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 58yrs, living in the Village of Pinhoe, St Thomas with wife Elizabeth 60yrs (born Yarcombe, Devon). Son Thomas Rogers 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith). |
| | ROGERS | William | Blacksmith | 1808: William Rogers, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Sherford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 43yrs, living at 15 South Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Wife: Elizabeth 40yrs (born Newton Abbot, Devon). Children: Frances(girl) 11yrs, William 9yrs, Jersey(girl 7yrs, Harriet 3yrs, Sarah Jane 1y. |
| | ROOK | William | Blacksmith | 1803: William Rook, blacksmith. Born about 1803 in Highbickington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 48yrs, living in New Street, Bideham, Devon. Wife: Phobe 44yrs (born Northam, Devon). Children: James 17yrs, Ellen 12yrs, Phebe 10yrs, William 7yrs, Ann 24yrs. |
| | ROOKE | James | Blacksmith | 1877: James Rooke,blacksmith. Born 1877 in Combe Martin, Devon, England. James was first child of William and Mary Jane (Richards) Rook(e). In 1881, age 4, James is staying with his maternal grandparents, Philip and Anne Richards. In 1891, age 14, James’s occupation is Agricultural labourer, employed by one of the local farmers, and is again with his maternal RICHARDS grandparents. By 1901 James had completed an apprenticeship with the local blacksmith, and had become a Blacksmith Journeyman, and is living at his mother’s house while his father William Rook is away at sea. Jim worked as a blacksmith for Jack Sanders all his life. James Rook married Edith Lillian LEY in Combe Martin in 1905. One son: Leslie J Rooke b.1910 in Combe Martin. Edith Rook died 7 Sept 1948 age 67 in Combe Martin. Jim died 12 August 1952 age 76, and both Jim and Edith are buried at St Peter ad Vincula churchyard, Combe Martin. Contact Fenella by. |
| | ROOTS | William | Blacksmith | 1794: William Roots, blacksmith master. Born about 1794 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 57yrs, living in Cross Street Golden Lion, Bideham. Wife: Sarah 60yrs (born Bideford) . Son: William.T. Roots 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith). Granddaughter: Mary Roots 10yrs. Servant: Mary.A. Skinner 16yrs. |
| | ROOTS | William.T. | Blacksmith | 1833: William.T. Roots, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1833 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs,living at Cross Street Golden Lion, Bideham, Devon with parents: William 57yrs (born 1794 blacksmith) and Sarah 60yrs. |
| | ROSEKILLY | Isaac | Blacksmith | 1820: Isaac Rosekilly, blacksmith. Christened 7th December 1820 in Stoke Climsland, Cornwall, England. Parents Isaac and Elizabeth Rosekelly/Rosekilly. See the free program familysearch.org for details. The 1841 UK census lists Isaac as 20yrs, living in Calstock, Harrowbeer, Cornwall with John and Joana Box and family. The 1851 UK census lists Isaac as 30yrs, living in Lamerton, Tavistock, Don with wife Jane 26yrs (born Lamerton). Children: Isaac 4yrs and Elizabeth 6yrs. Isaac Rosekilly 56yrs widower. Plus apprentice blacksmiths John Rosekilly 22yrs & John Snell Jeffry 21yrs. Servant: Alice Fullford 18yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | ROSEKILLY | John | Blacksmith | 1829: John Rosekilly, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1829 in Calstock, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 22yrs, apprentice with Isaac Rosekilly 30yrs (born 1820 blacksmith) and his wife Jane 26yrs. In Lamerton, Tavistock, Devon. Others listed: Isaac 4yrs and Elizabeth 6yrs. Isaac Rosekilly 56yrs widower. Apprentice John Snell Jeffry 21yrs. Servant: Alice Fullford 18yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | ROSS | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Ross, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Oldmacker, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, at 1-Frederick & Legonier Squares Artillery Barracks, Stoke Damerel. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Military blacksmiths. |
| | ROSSITER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1829: Samuel Rossiter, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Newton Saint Cyres, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 22yrs, living in Newton Village, Newton Saint Cyres with wife Elizabeth 20yrs (born Moreton Hampstead, Devon) and son Edward S. D. Rossiter 4mths infant. The Rossiters and Dolbear blacksmith family is related. |
| | ROTTENBERRY | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Rottenberry, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Fremington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living in Maiden Street, Barnstaple, Devon. Wife: Honour 29yrs (born Frenington). Children: Henry 7yrs, George 5yrs, Edmund 3yrs, Mary 1yrs. |
| | ROUTLEY | James | Blacksmith | 1813: James Routley, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Bundleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 38yrs, wife Mary. A. 37yrs. Visiting Augustin Raymont (a farmer); his wife Ann 56yrs and son Francis Raymont 31y living at Ash Mill, Holsworthy, Broadwoodwidger, Devon. Others listed: Servant: Betty White 12yrs. |
| | ROUTLEY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1812: Richard Routley, blacksmith master, farmer 25 acres, employs 1 apprentice and 2 labourers. Born about 1812 in Thornbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 39yrs, living at Ash Mill, Holsworthy, Devon. Wife: Marina 39yrs (born St.Giles in the Heath, Devon). Children: John 9yrs, Samuel 7yrs, Matthew 5yrs. Servants: Charity Petherick 16yrs, James Balsow 23yrs, Samuel Collacott 24yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: ?name 20yrs. In 1861 – now in Broadwoodwidger, Richard is 49yrs, now farming 16 acres, Marina 50yrs. Children: Samuel 17yrs; Matthew 15yrs. Servant Harriet Admas(Adams?) 12yrs. |
| | ROW | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Row, blacksmith. Born 1800-1801 in Seaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 50yrs, living in Beer Street, Beer, Devon with wife Martha 49yrs (born Beer) and son Edward 18yrs (a labourer). A lodger: Joseph Northcott 29yrs, unmarried, stone mason. |
| | ROWDON | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Rowdon, blacksmith master. Born 1820-1821 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 20yrs, living in South Molton Street, Chulmleigh, Devon, apprentice with his parents Richard 65yrs (born 1776 blacksmith) and mother Mary 65yrs (born Devon). In 1851 James is 30yrs, a widower, blacksmith master lodging in South Molton Street, Chulmleigh with James Harris 56yrs (shoemaker) and Mary Harris 40yrs. |
| | ROWDON | James | Blacksmith | 1787: James Rowdon, blacksmith and baker. Born about 1787 in Bow, or Nymet Tracey, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 55yrs, living in Bow with wife Elizabeth 55yrs (born Bow Devon). Children: Frances 30yrs; Ann 25yrs; Harriet 15yrs; Richard 15yrs; Thomas 11yrs; William 8yrs; Susan 7yrs. Mary Moor 50yrs. The 1851 UK census lists James as 64yrs, he is now a baker in Bow Village, Crediton Elizabeth 64yrs. The 1861 census lists James as 74yrs, a widower, baker, still in Bow. Children: Frances 51yrs; Richard 35yr, a widower (also a baker); Esther 33yrs; Susan 28yrs; grandson James 9yrs. Servant: Alfred Marston 16yrs (farm servant). |
| | ROWDON | John | Blacksmith | 1799: John Rowdon, blacksmith. Born about 1779 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 42yrs, living in Litchdon Street, Barnstaple with wife Elizabeth 40yrs. Children: Ann 17yrs; William 13yrs (born 1828); Jane 11yrs; Elizabeth 10yrs; John 5yrs (born 1836); James 3yrs (born 1838) ; Mary under 1yr infant. Also John Rowdon 20yrs and Mary Noble 65yrs. In 1851 John is 52yrs, Elizabeth 53yrs, still in Litchdon Street. Children: William 23yrs (born 1828 blacksmith); Jane 21yrs; Elizabeth 18yrs; James 12yrs; Mary 9yrs;. Also 4 lodgers: William Parish 51yrs, married, stone mason; John Palmer 24yrs, unmarried, stone mason; John Tolly 20yrs, unmarried, stone mason; John Asthon 23yrs, married, journeyman brewer. |
| | ROWDON | John | Blacksmith | 1818: John Rowdon, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as John as 33yrs, living in Litchdon Street, Barnstaple with wife Carolyn 34yrs (born Sheerness, Kent). Children: Elizth. 9yrs, Esther 5yrs, John 4yrs, James 1yr. |
| | ROWDON | Richard | Blacksmith | 1776: Richard Rowdon, blacksmith. Born about 1776 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 65yrs, living in South Molton Street, Chulmleigh, Devon with his wife Mary 65yrs (born Dev) and son James 20yrs (born 1820 blacksmith). |
| | ROWDON | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Rowdon, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born about 1828 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 13yrs, living in Litchdon Street, Barnstaple with parents John 42yrs (born 1799 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 40yrs. Siblings: Ann 17yrs; Jane 11yrs; Elizabeth 10yrs; John 5yrs ; James 3yrs ; Mary under 1yr infant. Also John Rowdon 20yrs and Mary Noble 65yrs. In 1851 William as 23yrs, still in Litchdon Street. Parents John 52yrs Elizabeth 53yrs. Siblings: Jane 21yrs; Elizabeth 18yrs; James 12yrs; Mary 9yrs; Also 4 lodgers: William Parish 51yrs, married, stone mason; John Palmer 24yrs, unmarried, stone mason; John Tolly 20yrs, unmarried, stone mason; John Asthon 23yrs, married, journeyman brewer. The 1861 census lists William as 33yrs, a whitesmith, wife Joanna 36yrs (born Bishops Tawton, Devon) and son William 1yr infant. Living in St David, Devon. Visitor: Elizabeth Skinner 18yrs. |
| | ROWE | George | Blacksmith | 1863: George Rowe, blacksmith. Born about 1863 in Bow Devon, England. George worked in Cardiff before moving to Shillingford St George Devon in 1901. He then moved to Radstock Somerset around 1915. Contact Janet by |
| | ROWE | James | Blacksmith | 1826: James Rowe, blacksmith. Born about 1826 Seaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 25yrs, living in Beer Street Common Lane, Beer, Devon with wife Mary Jane 29yrs (born Beer). Children: Elizabeth Ann 6y,Mary 2y. |
| | ROWE | James | Blacksmith | 1798: James Rowe, blacksmith. Born about 1798, Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 53yrs, living at Vintrey Street, Plymouth St Andrew with wife Harriett 50yrs (born Exeter). Children: James 21yrs,unmarried(a waterman); Fanny 16yrs; Hannah 14yrs; William 9yrs; John 6yrs. |
| | ROWE | John | Blacksmith | 1785: John Rowe, blacksmith. Born about 1785 Courtenay, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists JOhn as 66yrs, living at Sticklepath, Okehampton, Devonshire with wife Elizabeth 59yrs (born S/Courtenay) Son: William Rowe 38yrs. Daughter: Elizthabeth PHILIPS 29yrs. Grandchildren: John Philips 3yrs & Marth Ann Philips 1yrs. |
| | ROWE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1836: Thomas Rowe, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Alphington, Devon, England. Thomas married Tryphena Snell. They moved to Colebrook. In 1881 theyw ere living at Lock Gate Bow where he lived until he died in 1892. Contact Janet by |
| | ROWE | William | Blacksmith | 1837: William Rowe, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1837 South Tawton, devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living in South Zeal, South Zeal, Devon. With Isaac 52yrs & James 21yrs Finch (blacksmiths). |
| | ROWLAND | Charles | Blacksmith | 1835: Charles Rowland, blacksmiths assistant. Born about 1835 in Luppitt, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 16yrs, living at Piles Cottage, Honiton, Devon as a shop boy to blacksmith Thomas Wills (born 1825). In 1861: there si a Charles Rowland 26yrs, labourer in Turnpile Road, Tiverton, Devon. Wife: Jane 25yrs. Children: William 3yrs; Emily 2yrs; Harriet under 1yr infant. |
| | ROWLAND | Richard | Blacksmith | 1835: Richard Rowland, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Virginstow Holsworthy, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 5yrs, living Tullislow Cross, Virginstow with his parents: Humphrey 35yrs (Inn keeper) and Ann 26yrs. Siblings: Betsy 9yrs; Mary 7yrs; Thomas 2yrs; John under 1yr infant. Benjamin Baskerville 20yrs. In 1851 Richard is15yrs, still in Virginstow. Parents Humphrey 45yrs, Ann 42yrs. Siblings: Betsy 19yrs; Mary 17yrs; Thomas 13yrs; John 11yrs; William 9yrs; Jane 5yrs; Charity 1yr infant. Visitor: William Veale 32yrs (formally a farmer). |
| | ROWSE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1810: Joseph Rowse, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born 1810-1811 in Plympton St Mary, Devon, England.The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 40yrs, living in the Old Cattle Market Town in Plymouth, Devon. Wife: Mary 36yrs (born Dartmore, DevonCHildren: Mary 6yrs; Kitty 4yrs; Ellen 2yrs; John under 1yr infant. Father-in-law: Samuel Morgan 63yrs widower. Blacksmiths Journeyman Charles Shepherd 17yrs (born 1834 Guernsey, Channel Islands). |
| | RUDD | George | Blacksmith | 1834: George Rudd, blacksmith. Born about 1834 Tawstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 17yrs, living at St Johns Chapple, Barnstaple, Devon as an apprentice with master blacksmith Richard & Sarah Pristacott. Contributor does not wish to be contacted |
| | RUGG | John | Blacksmith | 1689: John Rugg, blacksmith. He was the local smith in 1689. His descendent William was blacksmith in the present day forge in 1779. Richard Northcott (see Stories from the Past link and Blacksmiths of Devon link) came to Otterton Devon in 1812 and probably worked for Rugg. He took over the forge in 1830, and his family were here until 1929, when it was sold to the Carters of Budleigh Salterton, when it continued as a smithy until 1990, Don Elliott being the last of a very long line of smiths. Contact Robin by. |
| | RUNDLE | John | Blacksmith | 1815: John Rundle, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 36yrs, living in the Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Jane 36yrs born Loddiswell-DEV. See census 1851 for 7 children listed. |
| | RUNDLE | John | Blacksmith | 1868: John Rundle, blacksmith. Born about1868 in South Huish, Kingsbsridge, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census lists Philip as 12yrs, living in South Huish with parents Philip 56yrs (born 1825 blacksmith) and Ann 50yrs. Siblings: Jane 24yrs; Philip 10yrs; Ellen 7yrs. The 1891 census lists John as 23yrs, living in Galmpton. I can’t find him or his father on other census. Contact Reg by. |
| | RUNDLE | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1812: Nicholas Rundle, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 39yrs, lodging at 4 Stokes Lane, Plymouth with Joseph & Sarah Navvers (a waterman). |
| | RUNDLE | Philip | Blacksmith | 1825: Philip Rundle, blacksmith. Born 1825-1826 in South Huish, Kingsbsridge, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Phillip as 45yrs, living at Galmpton. In 1881 Philip is 56yrs, wife Ann 50yrs, living in South Huish. Children: Jane 24yrs; John 12yrs (born 1868 blacksmith); Philip 10yrs; Ellen 7yrs. Contact Reg by. |
| | RUNDLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1835: Thomas Rundle, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Loddiswell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 16yrs, lodging in the Village, Kingsbridge, Devon with his grandfather William More 69yrs (Woolcomber). |
| | RUNDLE | William | Blacksmith | 1793: William Rundle, blacksmith. Born about 1793 in South Huish, Devon ,England and died 1872. The 1851 UK census has William living in Galmpton (Uncle of Phillip). Contact Reg by. |
| | RUNDLE (RANDLE) | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Rundle or Randle, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in South Huish, Devon ,England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 60yrs, lodging at Harbeton, Ford,Totnes. with Thomas & Eliz. Payne & family. Contact Reg who believes this is William Rundle. William never married and it possible that his name was mis-spelt in the 1851 Census. Contact Reg by. |
| | RYDER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1828: Samuel Ryder, blacksmiths labourer. Born about 1818 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 23yrs, living at Curtis Knowle, Diptford, Totnes, Devon with John Lyndon 40yrs (born 1811 blacksmith) and Ann Lyndon 46yrs and family. |
| | SABEY (SEBEY) | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Sabey (Sebey), blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1820 in Otterton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 20ys, lodging in Old Field, Henlow, Bedfordshire with Robert Long 70yrs and family. In 1851 James is 31yrs, lodging in Otterton St Thomas with William Gosling 44yrs (born 1807 blacksmith) and Mary. A. Gosling 46yrs and their seven children. |
| | SAGAR | James (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1835: James Sagar (Jnr), blacksmith, watchmaker. Born about 1835, Padiham, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists James (Jnr) as 16yrs, blacksmith living at Burnley Road, Padiham, Lancashire; with his family. In 1861 James (Jnr) is 26yrs, unmarried, at Burnley Road with widowed mother Ellen 70yrs. Siblings listed: Priscilla 35yrs, cotton weaver; Ann 28yrs, dressmaker; and nephew Obadiah Sagar 13yrs (warehouse boy). 1871: James is 36yrs, at Church Street, Blackburn, Lancashire; with wife Mary 31yrs. Children: Charles. E. 6yrs; Frederick Jas. 4yrs; Herbert 3yrs; Emily 1yr infant. William 8mths infant. Domestic Servant: Mary Ann Boylan 17yrs. See Blacksmiths of Yorkshire & Lancashire for father James (Snr). Contact Caroline by |
| | SAGAR | James (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1799: James Sagar (Snr), blacksmith. Born (or baptised?) 6 October 1799. Born Askrigg, Yorkshire. See Pigot's Directory 1829 Professions & Trades. The 1841 UK census lists James as 40yrs, living at New Road, Padiham, Lancashire; with wife Ellen 45yrs. Children: William 20yrs (blacksmith); Priscilla 18yrs; Maria 15yrs; Ellen 13yrs; Ann 11yrs; James 7yrs. In 1851 James is 52yrs, blacksmith living at Bumbry Road, Padiham, Lancashire; Ellen 58yrs. Children: Priscilla 28yrs; Ellen 23yrs; Ann 21yrs; James 16yrs (blacksmith). Grandson: Obadiah Sagar 3yrs. 1861: James is 62yrs, a widower, retired blacksmith, Lodging at home of Simon brunskill in Askrigg. James (Snr) is listed in Blacksmiths of Yorkshire and Lancashire. Contact Caroline by |
| | SAGAR | Matthew | Blacksmith | 1810: Matthew Sagar, blacksmith. Born about 1810, Askrigg, Yorkshire, England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 30yrs, living at Nateby, Westmoreland; with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Askrigg). Children: James 3yrs; William 2yrs; Margaret 2mths infant. In 1851 Matthew is 41yrs, living at Nateby, Westmoreland; Elizabeth 40yrs. Children: James 13yrs(scholar); William 12yrs; Margaret 10yrs; Elizabeth 8yrs; Matthew 5yrs; Richard 3yrs; Jane 11mths infant. See the Clockmakers Index for another family member. Contact Caroline by |
| | SAGAR | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Sagar, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821, Barnoldswick, Yorkshire. The 1841 UK census lists him as 20yrs, living at New Road, Padiham, Lancashire with his parents. See Blacksmiths of Lancashire (& Yorkshire) for parents James (born 1799) and Ellen Sagar and his brother younger James, plus other siblings. In 1851 William is 30yrs living in ?Isles House, Padiham with wife (1) Mary 30yrs. 1861 census: William is 40yrs, at Victoria Terrace, Clitheroe; Mary 36yrs. Children: Mary Ellen 8yrs; Isabella Ann 5yrs; Margaret Emma 3yrs. 1871 census: William 60yrs, living 68 Moore Lane, Clitheroe with wife (2) Ann 36yrs. Children listed: Mary Ellen Sagar 18yrs; Isabella Ann Sagar 15yrs; Margaret Sagar 13yrs; William. E. Sagar 9yrs; Ada Alice Sagar 2yrs; Arthur. J. Sagar 5mths infant and step-son Alfred Wilson 15yrs. Contact Caroline by |
| | SALMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Salman, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Sidbury, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 21yrs, lodging with master blacksmith John Baker (born 1813) and Amelia Baker 34yrs andfamily in Church Street, Sidbury. |
| | SALTER | Francis | Blacksmith | 1809: Francis Salter, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 42yrs, living in Summerland Street, Exeter, St Sidwell, Devon with wife Ann 40yrs (born Newton Bushell, Devon) and son Francis H. Salter 8yrs |
| | SALTER | Henry | Blacksmith | 1834: Henry Salter, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Talaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 17yrs, living in the Town of Talaton, Honiton with parents William 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith) and Charlotte 47. Siblings: William 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith) and Mary 12yrs. |
| | SALTER | James | Blacksmith | 1812: James Salter, blacksmith master, employs 1 man and 2 boys. Born about 1812 in Ottery St Mary, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 39yrs, living at Butts Hill, Ottery St Mary. Wife Sarah 41yrs (born Otterton, Devon). |
| | SALTER | William | Blacksmith | 1797: William Salter, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Bicton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 54yrs, living in Otterton St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary 44yrs (born Otterton). Children: Charles, William, John, Lucy |
| | SALTER (Jnr) | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Salter (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Talaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists WIlliam as 15yrs, living in the Town of Talaton, Honiton with parents William 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith) and Charlotte 47. Siblings: Henry 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith) and Mary 12yrs. |
| | SALTER (Snr) | William | Blacksmith | 1804: William Salter (Snr), blacksmith master. Born about 1804 in Talaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in the Town of Talaton, Honiton with wife Charlotte 47yrs (born Exmouth, Devon). Children: Henry 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith); William 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith) and Mary. |
| | SAMBLE | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1823: William Samble (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1823 in St Mary Church, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Marychurch with his father William Samble 51yrs (born 1800 blacksmith). Siblings; John 20yrs, Ann 18yrs, Eliza 15yrs. |
| | SAMBLE | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1800: William Samble (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 51yrs, a widower, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Marychurch, Devon with his children: William 28yrs (born 1823 blacksmith), John 20yrs, Ann 18yrs, Eliza 15yrs. |
| | SAMPSON | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1814: Thomas Sampson, blacksmith. Born about 1814 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 37yrs, living in Gunston, Crediton. Servant: Mary Pillar widow 68yrs. |
| | SAMPSON | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Sampson, blacksmith. Born about1814 in Broadwood Kelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living in Richmond Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Charlotte 36yrs (born Meath, Devon). Children: Mary 16yrs, and John 14yrs. |
| | SANDERS | Charles | Blacksmith | 1820: Charles Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Langtree, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 31yrs, living in Horslett Lane, Johns House, Holsworthy, Devon. Wife Harriot 32yrs (born Sheepwash, Devon). Children: James 7yrs, John 5yrs, Charles 4yrs, Susanna 2yrs, Mary Jane 1y. |
| | SANDERS | James | Blacksmith | 1822: James Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Milton Dameral, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 29yrs, living in New Buildings, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Elizabeth 24yrs and son John under 1yr infant. Lodging with William Blight 50yrs (ag. Labourer) and Grace Blight 60yrs. |
| | SANDERS | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Sanders, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Hatherleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 30yrs, living at 3 Back Lane, Okehampton, Devon. Wife: S. 28yrs (born Blacktorrington, Devon). Daughters: E. Sanders 8yrs, E. A. Sanders 4yrs and M. J. Sanders 8yrs. |
| | SANDERS | James | Blacksmith | 1835: James Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Bradford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 16yrs, living in Fore Street, Bradford Holsworthy, Devon. Son of Robert (a carpenter) and Ann Sanders . Siblings: Elizabeth 14yrs; John 12yrs; Emanuel 10yrs; Ann 8yrs; William 6yrs; Mary 4yrs; Eliza 2yrs. |
| | SANDERS | John | Blacksmith | 1813: John Sanders, blacksmith. Borna bout 1813 in Uffculm, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 38yrs, living at Norman's Green, Plymtree, Honiton, Devon. Wife Mary Ann 37yrs (born Uffculm). |
| | SANDERS | John | Blacksmith | 1779: John Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1779 in Dalwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 72yrs, living at St Thomas Woodbury, Aylesbeare, Devon. Wife Ann 74yrs (born Woodbury) and daughter Martha D. Sanders 45yrs. |
| | SANDERS | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Northam, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 60yrs, a widower, living in High Street, Bideham, Devon. See Shipwrights Index for nephew Thomas Sanders. |
| | SANDERS | John | Blacksmith | 1787: John Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1787 in Manchester, Lancashire, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 64yrs, living in Under Street, Holsworthy, Devon. Lodges with Emanuel Petherick an Innkeeper. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Lancashire. |
| | SANDERS | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Sanders, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Combmartin, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list John as 15yrs, living at Home Place, Barnstaple, Devon. Parents: John & Joanna (Ag.Labourers) and several siblings. See census 1851. |
| | SANDERS | Lewis | Blacksmith | 1826: Lewis Sanders, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Black Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Lewis as 25yrs, living at Windy Cross, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Dorothy 24yrs (born Thornbury, Devon) and daughter Mary J. 1yr infant. |
| | SANDERS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Sanders, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1827 in Sidmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, living in Old Fore Street, Sidmouth Honiton with parents William 55yrs (carpenter master) and Sarah 60yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 26yrs; Robert 22yrs (carpenter); Sarah 17yrs. |
| | SANDERS | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Sanders, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1815 in Greattarrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living at Head of Town, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon. Wife Mary 37yrs (born Ottery St Mary). Children: Susan 8yrs, Edward 1month infant. |
| | SANDFORD | Henry | Blacksmith | 1786: Henry Sandford, blacksmith and freeholder retired. Born about 1786, Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 65yrs, at Charles Street ,Exmouth, Withycombe, Rawleigh, Devon with wife Ann 56yrs (born Otterton, Devon). |
| | SANDFORD | John | Blacksmith | 1816: John Sandford, master blacksmith. Born about 1816, Blackawton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 24yrs, at St Mary Church, Devon. No mention of any family. In 1851 John is 35yrs, at the Village, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Elizabeth 29yrs (born St.Mary Church, Devon). Children: Charles Hole Sandford 8yrs, Susanna 6yrs,George Bradley Sandford 4yrs, Frederick Sandford 1yr infant. Nephew: John Bradley 15yrs (blacksmith). |
| | SANDFORD | Richard | Blacksmith, Whitesmith | 1786: Richard Sandford, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born about 1786, Ashburton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richards as ?50yrs (??incorrect), at Ashburton with wife Ann ?60 (should be 50yrs). Children: Jane 20yrs and Elizabeth 15yrs. In 1851 Richard is 65yrs and Ann 60yrs, daughter Elizabeth 26yrs, living at Village, Ashburton. |
| | SANDOVER | James | Blacksmith | 1819: James Sandover, blacksmith. Born about 1819, COrnwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 32yrs, at Cornwood Village Plympton St Mary, Devon; with wife Ann 28yrs (born Cornwood). Children: Jane11yrs, Maria.T. 9yrs, Ann 7yrs, John 4yrs, Agnes 2yrs. Visitor: Mary Carpenter 48yrs. |
| | SANDOVER | James | Blacksmith | 1825: James Sandover,blacksmith. Born about 1825, Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 26yrs, at Lower Witaborough, Plympton, Devon; with wife Ann 28yrs (born Plympton St Mary).Children: Mary Ann 5yrs, Elizabeth.J. 3yrs, Susan 2yrs. |
| | SANDOVER | James | Blacksmith | 1797: James Sandover, blacksmith master. Born about 1797, Cornwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 54yrs, at Rooks & Rogers Farm, Plympton St Mary, Devon; with wife Elizabeth 52yrs. Children: John 21yrs (blacksmith); Jane.M. 19yrs; Stephen 16yrs (apprentice blacksmith); Louisa 9yrs. |
| | SANDOVER | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Sandover, blacksmith. Born about 1791, Devon,England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 50yrs, at the Churchtown crofts, Cornwood, Devon; with wife Maria 45yrs (Also a blacksmith listed here). Children: John 15yrs (butcher); Kitty 14yrs; Stephen 6yrs; Susanna 3yrs. Also listed is Thomas. F. Gill 23yrs. |
| | SANDOVER | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Sandover, blacksmith. Born about 1830, Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 21yrs, at Rooks & Rogers Farm, Plympton St Mary with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents James & Elizabeth plus siblings. |
| | SANDOVER | Maria | Blacksmith | 1794: Maria Sandover, blacksmith master,employs 2 men. Born about 1794, Cornwood, Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Maria as45yrs, living in Cornwood Village with husband, blacksmith John Sandover 50yrs. Children: John 15yrs; Kitty 14yrs; Stephen 6yrs;Susanna 3yrs. Also listed is Thomas. F(or K). Gill 23yrs (blacksmith). In 1851 Maria is 57yrs, a widow, still in at Cornwood Village. Son: William Edwards 42yrs. Daughters : Susanna Sandover 13yrs & Kittey Walk 23yrs. Son-in-law: James Walk 26yrs (farm labourer). Brother-in-law: Richard.C. Smith (A bootmaker). William Gills 32yrs, married (blacksmith). |
| | SANDOVER | Stephen | Blacksmith | 1835: Stephen Sandover, apprentice blacksmith. Born about 1835, Plympton St Mary, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists him as 16yrs, at Plympton St Mary with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents James & Elizabeth plus siblings. |
| | SANDOVER | William | Blacksmith | 1826: William Sandover, blacksmith. Born about 1826,Cornwood, Devon,England. The 1841 UK census lists him as 15yrs, at the Churchtown crofts, Cornwood, Devon. Also listed is Betty Roberts 70yrs, shopkeeper; Louise Sandover 5yrs; William Lakeman 25yrs (labourer). In 1851 William is 26yrs, at Chamberlain Cottages, Cornwood; with wife Ann 32yrs. Children: Elizabeth 3yrs; William 1yr; John.A. under 1yr infant. |
| | SANGUIN | John | Blacksmith | 1785: John Sanguin, blacksmith. Born about 1785 in West Putford, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 66yrs, living at Church Park Cottage in West Putford with wife Elizabeth 72yrs (born Stratton, Cornwall). Children: Simon Aglow Sanguin 30yrs (born 1820 blacksmith) and daughter Sarah Elizabeth 26yrs |
| | SANGUIN | Simon Aglow | Blacksmith | 1820: Simon Aglow Sanguin, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in West Putford, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Simon as 30yrs, unmarried, living at Church Park Cottage in West Putford Parents: John 66yrs (born 1785 balcksmith) and Elizabeth72yrs. Sister: Sarah Elizabeth 26 yrs. |
| | SARJENT | John | Blacksmith | 1816: John Sarjent, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Kilkhampton, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 35yrs, unmarried, living in the Village of Bradworthy, Bideford, Devon with his brother Richard Sarjent 37yrs (A farmer) and Ann 33yrs and their children Sally 15yrs and Richard 15yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SAUDERCOCK | Charles | Blacksmith | 1818: Charles Saundercock, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Shebbear, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 33yrs, living in Hornacott Chappel, Holsworthy with wife Harriet 30yrs (born Nth Tamerton, Cornwall). also blacksmith servant John Sloman 14yrs. |
| | SAUNDERCOCK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1830: Richard Saundercock, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Abbotsham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 20yrs, living in Cottage, Bideford, Devon. Parents: William & Anne. Siblings: Thomas 12yrs, Philip 9yrs, John 6yrs. |
| | SAUNDERS | James | Blacksmith | 1824: James Saunders, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Berrynarbour-, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 27yrs, living in Hamhill, Devon with wife Mary Anne 26yrs (born South Molton, Devon) and son James Saudners 2yrs. |
| | SAUNDERS | Robert | Blacksmith | 1757: Robert Saunders, blacksmith retired, pauper. Born about 1757 in Winkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 94yrs, living in High Street,Torrington, Devon with his sister-in-law Dorothy hambers 70yrs (pauper formerly a weaver, born Winkleigh). |
| | SAUNDERS | Roger | Blacksmith | 1832: Roger Saunders, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Dodbrook, Kingsbridge,Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Roger as 19yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith Henry (born 1813) and Jane Damarell . Living at 70 Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, Devon. In 1861 Roger is 29yrs, living in Dodbrook, Kingsbridge, with wife Jane 25yrs. Children: Eliza Emma 5yrs; William Henry 3yrs; Samuel 1yr. Lodger Nicholas Kerswell, 20yrs, unmarried (shipwright). |
| | SAUNDERS | William | Blacksmith | 1798: William Saunders, blacksmith. Born about 1798 in Feniton, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 53yrs, living at Colstocks, Feniton with wife Margaret 50yrs (born Hemyock, Devon) and son William, a Professor of Music. |
| | SAVIDGE | John | Blacksmith | 1780: John Savidge, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1780 in Launceston, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 71yrs, a widower, living at 8 Hampton Cottages, Plymouth, Devon. Lodging with Thomas P & Maria Colwell. |
| | SAWYER | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Sawyer, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1820-1821 in Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 20yrs, living in Holditch, Thorncombe Parish. At same address as Thomas Caswell 40yrs; Mary Caswell 40yrs and their 4 children. See familysearch.org for a John Soyer in 1861 (farmer). Could be the same. |
| | SCAMP | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Scamp, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826 in Goodleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, unmarried, living at 1 Lower Mandlin Street, Barnstaple, Devon with his mother Elizabeth 65yrs widow. William Scamp 4yrs (grandson of Elizabeth). In 1871 John is 45yrs, wife Jane 44yrs, living in Barnstaple. Children: John 10yrs; William 6yrs; Thomas 3yrs. John’s mother Elizabeth Scamp 85yrs and Elizabeth’s grandson William Scamp 24yrs ( a painter). |
| | SCAMP | Peter | Blacksmith | 1817: Peter Scamp, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in West Down, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Peter as 34yrs, living at Little Silver, Marwood, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Ann 38yrs (born West Down) and daughters Martha 3yrs and Mary Ann 11yrs. In 1901 Peter is 83yrs, widower, retired, at same address. Housekeeper: Susan Holloway 64yrs. |
| | SCOTT | Gilbert | Blacksmith | 1809: Gilbert Scott, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Moreton Hampstead, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Gilbert as 30yrs, living in Moretonhampstead with wife Sarah 35yrs (born Drewsteignton, Devon). and son William 7yrs. Others listed: Mary Elliott 15yrs; Edwin Simmins 1yr infant. In 1851 Gilbert is 42yrs, living in the Village at Trusham, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Sarah 45yrs and son William 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). In 1861 Gilbert is 52yrs, Sarah 55yrs, living in the village Hennock, Newton Abbot. Also loisted is brother-in-law George Smalridge 66yrs , widower (born 1795 blacksmith) and servant Joseph. H.G.Simmonds 21yrs. |
| | SCOTT | Richard | Blacksmith | 1822: Richard Scott, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 29yrs, Flodgin in Forder Street, Newton Abbot, Moreton Hampshire, Devon with Samuel and Grace Dolbear. |
| | SCOTT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1826: Thomas Scott, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Chulmleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 25yrs, living the Village at Dolton Torrington, Devon with Innkeepers Edward and Tomasin Heard. Servant: Elizth. Pope 17yrs |
| | SCOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Scott, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 7yrs, living in Moretonhampstead with parents Gilbert 30yrs (born 1809 blacksmith) and Sarah 35yrs. IN 1851 William is 17yrs, living in the Village at Trusham, Newton Abbot, Devon with parents Gilbert 42yrs and Sarah 45yrs. 1861: William is 27yrs, living in Trusham with wife Sarah Ann 23yrs (born Christow, Devon) and daughters Mary.H. 3yrs and Louisa 1yr infant. Apprentice William Coombes 18yrs born Trusham. |
| | SCOTT | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Scott, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Moreton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, living in Petherbridge, Lustleigh, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Sarah 17yrs (born Lustleigh, Devon). |
| | SCREECH | George.J. | Blacksmith | 1837: George. J. Screech, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1837 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 14yrs, living at 12 Quarry Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his parents William 36yrs (born 1836 blacksmith) and Elizabeth 35yrs. See census 1851 for several siblings. |
| | SCREECH | William.R. | Blacksmith | 1815: William. R. Screech, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census William as 36yrs, living at 12 Quarry Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Elizabeth 35yrs (born Devonport). Son George 14yrs (born 1837 balcksmith). See census 1851 for other children. |
| | SEAGELL (SEAGLE) | Richard | Blacksmith | 1792: Richard Seagell (Seagle), blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1792 in Bishopsteignton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Richard as 45yrs, wife Joanna as 41yrs, living in Radaway Street, Bishopsteignton. Several children listed. In 1851 Richard as 59yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with wife Joanna 50yrs (born Bishopsteignton) and son Samuel 26yrs (born 1825 blacksmith). See Blacksmiths of Devon for both sons Samuel (born 1825) and William (born 1846) and grandson Samuel (born 1854). |
| | SEAGELL (SEAGLE) | Samuel (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1854: Samuel Seagell (Seagle) (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1854 in in Devon, England. The 1891 UK census lists Samuel as 37yrs, unmarried, living in Fore Street, Bishopsteignton with parents Richard as 70yrs, wife Cordelia 69yrs . Brother William 45yrs 9born 1846 blacksmith). |
| | SEAGELL (SEAGLE) | Samuel (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1825: Samuel Seagell (Seagle) (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Bishopsteignton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs, living in Radaway Street, Bishopsteignton with parents Richard 45yrs (born 1792 master blacksmith) and Joanna 41yrs. Several siblings listed. In 1851 Samuel as 26yrs, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Devonshire with parents: Richard 59yrs (born 1792 blacksmith master) and Joanna 50yrs. The 1891 census lists Richard as 70yrs, wife Cordelia 69yrs living in Fore Street, Bishopsteignton. Sons William 45yrs and Samuel 37yrs. |
| | SEAGELL (SEAGLE) | William | Blacksmith | 1846: William Seagell (Seagle), blacksmith. Born about 1846 in Devon, England. The 1891 UK census lists William as 45yrs, unmarried, living in Fore Street, Bishopsteignton with parents Richard as 70yrs, wife Cordelia 69yrs . Brother Samuel (Jnr) 37yrs, unmarried (born 1854 blacksmith). |
| | SEALEY | Thomas Bidgood | Blacksmith | 1890: Thomas Bidgood Sealey, blacksmith, farrier. Born about 1890 Teignmouth, Devon, England. Thomas was a blacksmith or farrier in Bishopsteignton, S/Devon. We lived at the forge, Fore Steet, till I was about 8yrs old. It was understood that my mother and her brothers lived there in the 1930, may be earier. Would love to have more information. He also worked with William Bidgood at William Slocome in Ilfracombe who were related via grandads mother. Contact Maureen and Chaz by |
| | SEARL | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Searl, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1815 in Whitechurch, Dorset, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living in Mill Street, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with wife Mary Ann 41yrs (born Ottery St Mary). Children: Mary Ann 10y, John William 5y, Sarah Jane 2yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | SEARLE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1856: George Searle, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1856, Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1871 UK census lists George as 15yrs, apprentice to master blacksmith Thomas Harradon (born 1837) and his family in Chivelstone, Devon. |
| | SEAUTELBURY | Stephen | Blacksmith | 1828: Stephen Seantlebury, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in St Austle, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Stephen as 23yrs, living at 18 Cheery Garden Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his brother-in-law William Broad and family. |
| | SECCOMBE | William | Blacksmith | 1810: William Seccombe, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Togony, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living in St Blazey Village, St Blazey, Cornwall with wife Frances 30yrs (born Truro, Cornwall). Children: Elizabeth 9yrs; William 5yrs; Susanna 2yrs; Samuel 1yr infant. In 1851 William is 41yrs, Frances 41yrs, living in Middle Lane, Plymouth, Devon. Children: Elizabeth 19yrs; William 14yrs; Susanna 11yrs; Samuel 9yrs; Mary 7yrs; Henrietta 5yrs; John under 1yr infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SEEBY | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Seeby, blacksmith master,employs 2 men. Born about 1819 in Maker, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs,living in Fore Street, St Germans, Makerwith wife Catherine 28yrs (born Maker). |
| | SELDON | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1836: John Seldon (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Speke, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 6yrs; living Cowley Hill, Bampford, Speke with parents John 35yrs (born 1800 blacksmith) and Mary 30yrs. Siblings: Charlotte 13yrs; William 10yrs; Eliza 8yrs; Daniel 3yrs. In 1851 John is 15yrs, living in Cottage, St Thomas, Brampford Speke, with parents John 50yrs and Mary 46yrs. Siblings: Charlotte 23yrs; Daniel 11yrs and Louisa 6yrs. Other brother William (born 1830 blacksmith journeyman) is lodging in Hookway Road, Crediton, Devon with blacksmith John Heard and his family. |
| | SELDON | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1800: John Seldon (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1800 in Morchard Bishop, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 35yrs, wife Mary 30yrs (born Morechard Bishop) living Cowley Hill, Bampford, Speke. Children: Charlotte 13yrs; William 10yrs; Eliza 8yrs; John 6yrs; Daniel 3yrs. In 1851 John is 50yrs, living in a Cottage, St Thomas, Brampford Speke with wife Mary 46yrs. Children: John 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith); Charlotte 23yrs; Daniel 11yrs and Louisa 6yrs. Other son William (born 1830 blacksmith journeyman) is lodging in Hookway Road, Crediton, Devon with blacksmith John Heard and his family. |
| | SELDON | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Seldon, blacksmith journeyman. Born 1830-1831 in Brampford Speke, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 10yrs living Cowley Hill, Bampford, Speke with parents John 35yrs (born 1800 blacksmith) and Mary 30yrs. Siblings: Charlotte 13yrs; Eliza 8yrs; John 6yrs; Daniel 3yrs. In 1851William is 20yrs, lodging in Hookway Road, Crediton, Devon with John & Eliz. Heard (blacksmiths). |
| | SELLECK | Francis | Blacksmith | 1820: Francis Selleck, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Shaugh Prior, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Francis as 31yrs, living in Woodland Cottage, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Grace 29yrs (born Shaugh Prior). Children: George 5yrs, Emma 3yrs, Elizabeth 1yr. Brother: James Selleck 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). |
| | SELLECK | James | Blacksmith | 1836: James Sellick, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 5yrs, living in West Street, Tavistock with parents William 40yrs (a mason) and Mary 40yrs. Siblings: William 14yrs; Maria 6yrs. Also listed: several members of a family named ‘Mallet’. In 1851 James is 15yrs, living at the Foundry Cottages, Tavistock. Parents: William 52yrs, Mary 55yrs. Brother: William 24yrs (born 1827 blacksmith). Visitor: Mary. A. Webb 49yrs. |
| | SELLICK | James | Blacksmith | 1834: James Selleck, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Shaugh Prior, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 17yrs, living in Woodland Cottage, Plympton St Mary, Devon with his brother Francis Selleck 31yrs (born 1820 blacksmith), his wife Grace and their family. |
| | SELLICK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1830: Richard Sellick, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1830 in Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 21yrs, apprentice with master blacksmith William Cumming and Jane., living in Mary Street,Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey. |
| | SELLICK | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Sellick, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living in West Street, Tavistock with parents William 40yrs (a mason) and Mary 40yrs. Siblings: James 5yrs and Maria 6yrs. In 1851 William is 24yrs, unmarried, living at the Foundry Cottages, Tavistock. Parents: William 52yrs, Mary 55yrs. Brother: James 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith). Visitor: Mary. A. Webb 49yrs. |
| | SELWAY | James | Blacksmith | 1855: James Selway, blacksmith. Born about 1855 in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon. The 1861 UK census lists James as 6yrs, living in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon with parents: John 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith) and Hermina 32yrs. Siblings: William 19yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Richard 15yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Harriett. H. 12yrs; Mary. A. 10yrs; Robert 8yrs (born 1853 blacksmith); Julia. A. 3yrs; Roseta. C. under 1yr infant. In 1871 James is 16yrs, still in Branscombe with his family. Parents: John 52yrs (widower). Siblings: Elizabeth 30yrs; Robert 18yrs (born 1853 blacksmith); Julianna 13yrs; Rosetta. C. 9yrs and Rodah. L. 6yrs. The 1881 census lists James as25yrs, living in Yeovil, Somerset, England with wife Mary 31yrs and daughter Julia 2yrs. Lodger William Collins 24yrs. |
| | SELWAY | John | Blacksmith | 1819: John Selway, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Sidbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 32yrs, living at Branscombe, Honiton, Devon with wife Hermina 32y (born Otterton, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 12y, William 9y, Richard 5y, Hermina 2y, Mary Ann 3mths infant. In 1861 John is 43yrs. Hermina 42yrs, still in Branscombe. Children: Elizabeth 22yrs; William. J. 19yrs (born 1842 blacksmith); Richard 15yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Harriett. H. 12yrs; Mary. A. 10yrs; Robert 8yrs; James 6yrs; Julia. A. 3yrs; Roseta. C. under 1yr infant. In 1871 John is 52yrs, a widower, still in Branscombe. Children: Elizabeth 30yrs; Robert 18yrs (born 1853 blacksmith); James 16yrs; Julianna 13yrs; Rosetta. C. 9yrs and Rodah. L. 6yrs. |
| | SELWAY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1846: Richard Selway, blacksmith. Born about 1846 in Ottertom, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 5yrs, living in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon with parents: John 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith) and Hermina 32yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 12yrs; William 9yrs; Hermina 2yrs; Mary Ann 3mths infant. In 1861 Richard is 15yrs, still in Branscombe with his family. Parents: John 43yrs. Hermina 42yrs. Siblings: William 19yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Harriett. H. 12yrs; Mary. A. 10yrs; Robert 8yrs (born 1853 blacksmith) ; James 6yrs (born 1855 blacksmith); Julia. A. 3yrs; Roseta. C. under 1yr infant. The 1881 census lists Richard as 35yrs, living in Cotleigh, Honiton, Devon with wife Flora 35yrs. Children: William. J. 14yrs (born 1867 blacksmiths apprentice); Anita 12yrs; Laura 8yrs;Lily 6yrs; Charles 3yrs. |
| | SELWAY | Robert | Blacksmith | 1853: Robert Selway, blacksmith. Born about 1853 in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon. The 1861 UK census lists Robert as 8yrs, living in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon with parents: John 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith) and Hermina 32yrs. Siblings: William 19yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Richard 15yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Harriett. H. 12yrs; Mary. A. 10yrs; James 6yrs (born 1855 blacksmith); Julia. A. 3yrs; Roseta. C. under 1yr infant. In 1871 Robert is 18yrs, still in Branscombe with his family. Parents: John 52yrs (widower). Siblings: Elizabeth 30yrs; James (born 1855 blacksmith); Julianna 13yrs; Rosetta. C. 9yrs and Rodah. L. 6yrs. The 1881 census lists Robert as 28yrs, living in Farway, devon with wife Sarah Ann 30yrs (born Branscombe) and 3 sons: William John 3yrs; Henry 2yrs and Alfred 1 yr infant. |
| | SELWAY | William. J. | Blacksmith | 1842: William. J. Selway, blacksmith. Born about 1842 in Ottertom, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 9yrs, living in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon with parents: John 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith) and Hermina 32yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 12yrs; Richard 5yrs; Hermina 2yrs; Mary Ann 3mths infant. In 1861 William is 19yrs, still in Branscombe with his family. Parents: John 43yrs. Hermina 42yrs. Siblings: Richard 15yrs (born 1846 blacksmith); Harriett. H. 12yrs; Mary. A. 10yrs; Robert 8yrs; James 6yrs’ Julia. A. 3yrs; Roseta. C. under 1yr infant. The 1871 census lists William as 30yrs, living in Ottery St Mary with wife Anetta 32yrs and son Robert. E. 3yrs. Visitors: Mary. E. Venn 9yrs and Robert Eveleigh 48yrs. |
| | SELWAY | William. J. | Blacksmith | 1867: William. J. Selway, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1867 in Branscombe, Honiton, Devon. The 1881 UK census lists William as 14yrs, living in Cotleigh, Honiton, Devon with his family. Parents: Richard 35yrs (born 1846 blacksmith) and Flora 35yrs. Siblings: Anita 12yrs; Laura 8yrs;Lily 6yrs; Charles 3yrs. |
| | SEMPLER | Henry | Blacksmith | 1802: Henry Sempler, blacksmith. Born about 1802 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 49yrs, living at 16 Tavistock Street, Stoke Damerel, with his widowed sister Sibella Clark 63yrs. |
| | SHAMBROKE | James | Blacksmith | 1830: James Shambroke, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Westdown, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 9yrs, living in West Down with his family. Parents: William 40yrs and Ann 40yrs. Siblings: Rebecca 15yrs; Mary 6yrs; Eliza 2yrs. Mary Scamp 65yrs. In 1851 James is 20yrs, unmarried, apprentice to master blacksmith and iron monger Joshua Avery and his family in High Street, Clarence Place, Ilfracombe. The 1861 census lists James as 30yrs, living in Church Street, barnstaple, devon with wife Harriet 26yrs (born Ilfracombe). Children: Henry 3yrs and Mary 1yr infant. Lodgers: Charles Willis 21yrs, unmarried (a painter) and George Webber 48yrs, married (carpenter and joiner). |
| | SHAMLER | Andrew | Blacksmith | 1824: Andrew Shambler, blacksmith journeyman. Born about1824 in Chudleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Andrew as 17yrs, lodging in Main Street of Chudleigh with George David 55yrs,Mary Davis 60yrs and their family. In 1851 Andrew is 27yrs, lodging with Elizabeth Rendell 70yrs (Schoolmistress) at East Ogwell, Newton Abbot, Devon . |
| | SHARLAND | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1741: Thomas Sharland, blacksmith (illegally) and prisoner. See 79 Traverses and Felons Devon Quarter Sessions Easter 1741. Thomas Sharland - For using and Exercising the Art Mistery or manuell occupation of a Smith at Sandford from the 7th July 1740 to 7th October then next following having not been brought up for the space of 7 years as an apprentice in such Trade contrary to ye form of ye statute in such case made and provided. [Testimony: Roger Brewer; Thomas Chaunter]. Thomas could be Richard Chanter’s (a Blacksmith of Devon) uncle born 1685 who married a Mary Pope on 17 Jan 1717 or his son Thomas 1720 - 1759 who married an Elizabeth Bond on 22 Sep 1745. Thomas is listed in the Blacksmiths of Devon and the Prisoners Indexes . Contact David by |
| | SHEARS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1832: Samuel Shears, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 19yrs, living in St Mary Street, Totnes, Devon with widowed mother Elizabeth Shears 54yrs. See census 1851 for other family members. |
| | SHEE | John | Blacksmith | 1826: John Shee, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Ireland. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, unmarried, lodging at 44 Charlotte Street, Morice Town, Devon. Head of house is William & Mary Gay and family. Several other lodgers listed. |
| | SHEEPHAM | Robert | Blacksmith | 1836: Robert Sheepham, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1836 in Brixham, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 15yrs, apprentice with his uncle Robert Heath 34yrs (born 1817 blacksmith) at 2 Higher Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon. His cousins listed: Robert Heath 8yrs; Emma Heath 7yrs; Agnes Heath 5yrs; Ruth Heath 3yrs; Eliza Heath 1y infant. |
| | SHELLABEER | John | Blacksmith | 1817: John Shellabeer, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 34yrs, living at 6 York Place, Devonport, Devon with wife Eliza 38yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). |
| | SHELLEY | James | Blacksmith | 1793: James Shelley, blacksmith. Born about 1793, Alphington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 45yrs, living at Main Street, Alphington with wife Margaret 40yrs (born Bideford, Devon). Children: Harreit 20yrs; James 15yrs, William 2yrs. In 1851 James is 58yrs, at Ide Lane, St Thomas, Alphington; Margaret 54yrs and son William 12yrs. |
| | SHEPHERD | Charles | Blacksmith | 1834: Charles. G. Shepherd, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1834 in Guernsey, Channel Islands. The 1841 UK census lists Charles as 7yrs, living in Vanvert Road, St Peter Port, Guernsey with parents George 30yrs (born 1809 blacksmith born Dorset) and Catherine 30yrs (born Cornwall). in 1851 Charles is 17yrs, living in the Old Cattle Market Town in Plymouth, Devon. Lodging with Joseph Rowse 40yrs (born 1810 blacksmith master) and Mary Rowse 36yrs. In 1861 Charles is 26yrs, unmarried, living in Stoke Damerel, Devon with parents George 52yrs and Catherine 54yrs. The 1871 census lists Charles as 36yrs, wife Sarah 32yrs 9born St Austell, Cornwall), living in St Andrew, Devon. Children: George 8yrs; William 5yrs; Francis 4yrs; Stephen 1yr and Henry under 1yr infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Channel Islands. |
| | SHEPHERD | George | Blacksmith | 1809: George Shepherd, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in White Lackington, Dorset, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 30yrs, living in Vanvert Road, St Peter Port, Guernsey with wife Catherine 30yrs (born St Columb, Cornwall). Children: Charles 7yrs; Francis 5yrs; Tyrphena 4yrs; Js. 1yr infant. Also listed: John Capp 20yrs; Willi Creasey 40yrs and Ellen Creasey 30yrs. In 1851 George is 52yrs, living in Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Catherine 54yrs Son Charles Shepherd 26yrs, unmarried (born 1834 in Guernsey, blacksmith). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Dorset. |
| | SHEPHERD | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Shepherd, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Coombe Raleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 10yrs, living in Cotleigh, Honiton, Devon with parents Robert 40yrs (carpenter) and Mary 30yrs Shepherd . Siblings: Mary 8yrs; Thomas 4yrs; John 2yrs. Also listed: Samuel Wright 20yrs; Francis Sutherley 20yrs; John Selway 35yrs and Sarah Selway 30yrs. In 1851 William is 20yrs, Holmesley Cottage, Cotleigh with parents Robert and Mary. |
| | SHEPPERD | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Sheppherd, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Hermington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living at 56 Granby Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Harriet 34yrs (born Launceston, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 7yrs, John 5yrs, Phillip 1yr. |
| | SHERUFF | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Sheruff, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in New Passage, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living at Grosvenor Place 2, Plymouth, Devon with parents John & Mary. Sister: Jane 27yrs. Also listed in Whitesmiths Index. |
| | SHEWS | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Shews, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1827 in Jersey, Channel Islands. The 1841 UK census lists John as 14yrs, lodging in Higher Street, Plymouth, parish St Charles the Martyr. Parents: John 45yrs and Sarah 30yrs born Jersey. Siblings: Anne 15yrs; Thomas 11yrs; William 9yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Fred | Blacksmith | 1832: Fred Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Fred as 19yrs, living in the Village, St Thomas, Exminster with parents: Joseph 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Susan Shobbrook 54yrs. Siblings: Harriet 22yrs; Eliza 17yrs; Louisa 14yrs; Frank 12yrs. Nephew William Shobbrook 4yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | John | Blacksmith | 1823: John Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 28yrs, in a house in the Village, St Thomas, Exminster with wife Rebecca 34yrs (born Exminster). |
| | SHOBBROOK | John | Blacksmith | 1827: John Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Exbourne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 24yrs, living at Common Piece in Okehampton, Devon with wife Hannah 20yrs (born Okehampton) and son Thomas Hooper Shobbrook 5mths infant. Father-in-law: Thomas Hooper 63yrs, retired blacksmith. Visitor: Mary Jane Evans 8yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | John | Blacksmith | 1794: John Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 57yrs, living at Fox Cot, St Thomas, Devon with wife Ann 56yrs (born Northlew, Devon). Children: 3 sons, 2 daughters, see census 1851. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1795: Joseph Shobbrook, blacksmith master,employs 2 men. Born about 1795 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 56yrs, living in the Village, St Thomas, Exminster with wife Susan 54yrs (born Exminster). Children: Harriet 22yrs; Fred 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith); Eliza 17yrs; Louisa 14yrs; Frank 12yrs. Grandson William Shobbrook 4yrs. In 1861 Joseph is 66yrs, Susan 64yrs, at same address. Son Frank 22yrs (blacksmith) and grandson William 14yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1813: Joseph Shobbrook, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1813 in Exbourne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 38yrs, living at 6 Mount Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Grace 35yrs (born Broadwood Kelly, Devon). Children: John 10yrs, Elizabeth 6yrs, Thomas 5yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1774: Joseph Shobbrook, blacksmith retired. Born about 1774 in Brushford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 77yrs, living at the Smiths Shop, Exbourne, Devon with his daughter Ann Shobbrook 50yrs formerly a house servant at Coldridge |
| | SHOBBROOK | Richard | Blacksmith | 1804: Richard Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Exbourne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 47yrs,living at Meldon, Okehampton, Devon with wife Mary 41yrs (born Dolton, Devon). Sons: Richard 11yrs, Joseph 8yrs, Thomas 6yrs, George 2yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1809: Samuel Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1809 in Exminster, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 42yrs, unmarried, living at the Gas House, Newton Abbot, Highweek, Devon. Born: Exminster-DEV. Lodging with Thomas & Drusilla Linscott. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1813: Thomas Shobbrook, blacksmith master. Born about 1813 in Ide, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 38yrs, living in Courtenay Street, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. Wife: Susan 38yr (born Moreton, Devon). Sons: Emanuel 8yrs & Thomas 5yrs. |
| | SHOBBROOK | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1819: Thomas Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Exbourne, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 32yrs, living in Shobbrooks House, Exbourne with wife Ann 29yrs (born Blacktorrington, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 7yrs, Mary 5yrs, Ann 3yrs, Thomas 7months infant. Servant: Philip Hicks 21yrs (blacksmith). |
| | SHOBBROOK | William | Blacksmith | 1847: William Shobbrook, blacksmith. Born About 1847 at Countess Weir, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 4yrs living in the Village, St Thomas, Exminster with his grandparents Joseph 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Susan 54yrs. Other family members (uncles/aunts): Harriet 22yrs; Fred 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith); Eliza 17yrs; Louisa 14yrs; Frank 12yrs. In 1861 William is 14yrs (blacksmith). Grandparents Joseph is 66yrs, Susan 64yrs, at same address. Uncle Frank 22yrs (blacksmith). |
| | SHOPLAND | James | Blacksmith | 1838: James Shopland, master blacksmith. Born 23 June 1838 in Broadwoodwidger, Devon, England. James married Jane Shears on 27 February 1861 in Broadwoodwidger and they had eight children. Contact Rita by |
| | SHOPLAND | William | Blacksmith | 1798: William Shopland, blacksmith master. Born about 1798 in Colebrook, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 53yrs, living at Grimacombe Moor Blacksmiths Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon. Wife: Judith R. 44yrs (born Inwardleigh, Devon). Children: Elizabeth 18yrs, James 12yrs, Ann. M. 10yrs, William. H, John. T. Samuel 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: William Harris 20yrs. |
| | SHORE | George | Blacksmith | 1835: George Shore, blacksmiths servant, cordwainer master. Born 1834-1835 in Morchard Bishop, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 16yrs, blacksmiths assistant with William Reed 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith master) and Charlotte Reed 31yrs in Middle of Green, Crediton, Devon. IN 1861 George is 27yrs (now a cordwainer master) , wife Mary. J. 25yrs and son William. H. 2yrs, living in Morchard Bishop. |
| | SHORT | Benjamin | Blacksmith | 1777: Benjamin Short, blacksmith. Born about 1777 in St Mary Church, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Benjamin as 60yrs, wife Mary 50yrs (born Teignmouth, Devon), living in St Nicholas, Devon. Children: Robert 30yrs; Masia 25yrs and George 9yrs. Also listed is James Cumming 15yrs and John Martin 20yrs. In 1851 Benjamin is 74yrs, Mary 64yrs, living in Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon. Sons: Robert 40yrs, unmarried (born 1811 blacksmith) and George 18yrs (born 1833 blacksmith). Mary Scrobble 19yrs, servant. |
| | SHORT | Cyprian | Blacksmith | 1789: Cyprian Short, blacksmith. Born about 1789 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Cyprian as 62yrs, living at 10 Moon Street, Plymouth with wife (2) Dennis(?) 34yrs (born Bratton Flemming, Devon and daughter Grace 6months infant (born Sep. 1850). |
| | SHORT | George | Blacksmith | 1832: George Short, blacksmith. Born 1832-1833 in St Nicholas, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 9yrs, living in St Nicholas with parents Benjamin 60yrs (born 1777 blacksmith) and Mary 50yrs. Siblings: Robert 30yrs; Masia 25yrs. Also listed is James Cumming 15yrs and John Martin 20yrs. In 1851 George is 18yrs, in Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon still with parents: Benjamin 74yrs and Mary 64yrs.Brother Robert Short 40yrs. |
| | SHORT | James | Blacksmith | 1833: James Short, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1833 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 8yrs, living in Beddon Street, Bideford with parents Stephen 45yrs and Ann 45yrs. Siblings: William 14yrs; Ann 9yrs; Mary 5yrs. In 1851 James is 18yrs, employed by John Britton 40yrs (master blacksmith) and Mary Britton 35yrs at Elmscott, Hartland, Bideford, Devon. |
| | SHORT | James | Blacksmith | 1817: James Short, blacksmith, whitesmith. Born about 1817 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 34yrs, living in Mill Bay 3, Plymouth with wife Mary Ann 29yrs (born Totnes, Devon). Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Whitesmiths Indexes. |
| | SHORT | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Short, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Wembworthy, Buckland Brewer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, blacksmith working with David Tucker 37yrs (master blacksmith) and Jane Tucker 30yrs at Wear Village, Torrington, Devon. |
| | SHORT | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1790: Joseph Short, blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Poughill, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 61yrs, living in Pyworthy Village, Holsworthy, Devon with wife Catherine 71yrs (born Pyworthy). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SHORT | Robert | Blacksmith | 1810: Robert Short, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Teignmouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Robert as 30yrs, unmarried, living in St Nicholas, Devon with parents Benjamin 60yrs (born 1777 blacksmith) and Mary 50yrs. Siblings: Masia 25yrs and George 9yrs. Also listed is James Cumming 15yrs and John Martin 20yrs. In 1851 Robert is 40yrs, unmarried, living in Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon still with parents: Benjamin 74yrs and Mary 64yrs.Brother George 18yrs. |
| | SHORT | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1785: Thomas Short, blacksmith retired. Born about 1785 in St Mary Church, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 66yrs, living at 37 South Street, Newton Abbot, Tormoham, Devon. Wife: Mary. A. 66yrs (born Dartington, Devon) and daughter Mary.L.T. Short 6yrs. Servant: Sarah May 17yrs. |
| | SHORT | William | Blacksmith | 1828: William Short, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Bradford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, living in Germansweek Okehampton, Devon with wife Maria 23yrs (born Bratton Clovelly, Devon) and son James 1yr infant. In 1861 William is 34yrs, Maria 34yrs still in Germansweek. Children: James 11yrs; Mary. A. 9yrs; Maria 6yrs; William 5yrs; Emma 3yrs and John. H. under 1yr infant. |
| | SHULLER | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Shuller, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1833 in London, London, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living/working at Weech, Buckerell, Honiton, Devon with Richard Goulsworthy 30yrs (born 1820 master blacksmith) and Elizabeth Goulsworthy 42yrs. |
| | SHUTE | Thomas D. | Blacksmith | 1835: Thomas. D. Shute, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Harwick, Essex, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 16yrs, living at 1 Timber Pound, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Parents: William & Jane. See census 1851 for siblings listed. |
| | SIDMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Sidman, blacksmith. Born about 1813 in Stoke, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 38yrs, living at 5 Tavistock Street, Devonport, Devon with wife Mary. A. 43yrs (born Stoke). William wWorked for H.M. Service. Chidlren: Charlotte 4yrs, William 3yrs, John 5mths infant. |
| | SILLICK | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1830: John Sillick (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 11yrs, living at Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with parents John 46yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Mary 43yrs. Siblings: William 22yrs; Mary 20yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; Sarah 8yrs; Stephen 6yrs; Henry 4yrs; James 1yr infant. In 1851 John is 21yrs, still at Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with parents John 56yrs and Mary 54yrs. Siblings: Sarah 18yrs, Stephen 15yrs, James 10yrs. 1861: John is 32yrs, wife Jane 29yrs, living in Cecil Street, Plymouth Devon. Children: Harry 9yrs; Mary 7yrs and John 1yr infant. |
| | SILLICK | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1795: John Sillick (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1795 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 46yrs, wife Mary 43yrs (born Callington Cornwall). living at Foundry Cottages, Tavistock. Children: William 22yrs; Mary 20yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; John 11yrs; Sarah 8yrs; Stephen 6yrs; Henry 4yrs; James 1yr infant. In 1851 John is 56yrs, Mary 54yrs, still at Foundry Cottages. Children: John 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith), Sarah 18yrs, Stephen 15yrs, James 10yrs. The 1861 census list John as 66yrs, Mary 64yrs, no others listed. |
| | SILLICK | Stephen | Blacksmith | 1835: Stephen Sillick, blacksmith. Born about 1835 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Stephen as 6yrs, living at Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with parents John 46yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Mary 43yrs. Siblings: William 22yrs; Mary 20yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; Sarah 8yrs; Henry 4yrs; James 1yr infant. In 1851 Stpehen is 15yrs, still at Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with parents John 56yrs and Mary 54yrs. Siblings: John 21yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Sarah 18yrs, James 10yrs. The 1861 census lists Stephen as 26yrs, wife Elizabeth 23yrs 9born Tavistock), living in Parkwood Road, Tavistock Children: John 4yrs; William 1yr. |
| | SILLICK | William | Blacksmith | 1819: William Sillick, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 22yrs, living at Foundry Cottages, Tavistock with parents John 46yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Mary 43yrs. Siblings: Mary 20yrs; Elizabeth 14yrs; John 11yrs (born 1830 blacksmith); Sarah 8yrs; Stephen 6yrs; Henry 4yrs; James 1yr infant. In 1851 William is 32yrs, wife Mary. A. 32yrs (born Tavistock). Children: Mary 9yrs; William 5yrs; Henry 3yrs; Sarah 1yr infant. 1861: William is 42yrs, Mary. A. 42yrs, living in Parkwood Road, Tavistock. Children: William 15yrs; Henry 13yrs; Sarah 11yrs; Lucy 8yrs; John. J. 6yrs; James 3yrs. |
| | SILLIPHANT | William | Blacksmith | 1815: William Silliphant, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Patrick St, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 36yrs, living at 4 Keats Street, Devonport, Devon. Wife: Mary 37yrs (born Bideford, Devon). Children: Mary 12yrs, Timothy 15yrs, Bessie 8yrs. |
| | SIMMONS | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Simmons, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1820 in Wembworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 31yrs, living in the Village, Crediton, Devon. Wife Elisabeth 31yrs (born Lapford, Devon). Children: John 6yrs and William 4yrs. Nephews: Jephiniah Bird 9yrs & Jesse Bird 6yrs. Servant blacksmith Frederick Downey 26yrs. |
| | SIMMONS | John D. | Blacksmith | 1808: John. D. Simmons, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Week, St Mary, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 43yrs, living in Higher Lane, Plymouth, Devon with wife Maria 47yrs (born Hatherleigh, Devon). See census 1851 for 5 children listed. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SIMMONS | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1792: Nicholas Simmons, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Launceston, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 59yrs, living at 7 Week Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Nancy 43yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: Mary 23yrs, Nicholas 12yrs, Elizabeth 4yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SKERRY | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1830: Joseph Skerry, blacksmith apprentice. Born 1830-1831 in Westleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 20yrs, apprentice with Edward Lee )master blacksmith) living in Horwood Town, Horwood & Newton Tracey Barnstaple, Devon. |
| | SKINNER | John | Blacksmith | 1774: John Skinner, blacksmith retired. Born about 1774 in Whimple, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 77yrs, living in Yender Street, Ottery St Mary Honiton, Devon with wife Ann 69yrs (born Lippe, Devon). |
| | SKINNER | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1792: Joseph Skinner, blacksmith. Born about 1792 in Woodbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 59yrs, living in Sidmouth Rd, Farringdon St Thomas, Devon with wife Ann 54yrs (born Woodbury) and daughter Eliza 20yrs. Also niece Jane M. Marks 21yrs. |
| | SKINNER | William | Blacksmith | 1830: William Skinner, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Instow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 23yrs, unmarried, lodging in a house named Trenstihoe Coom in Trentishoe, Barnstaple, Devon. Also lodging there is Thomas Hayles (Hoyles)19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith) and John Hayles (Hoyles) 16yrs (a mason). Head of House is William Widden 27yrs (blacksmith and family. |
| | SLADE | Frederick William | Blacksmith | 1826: Frederick William Slade, blacksmith. Christened 16th July 1826 in Milton Damerel, Devon, England. See familysearch.org for details. The 1851 UK census lists Frederick as 25yrs, living at the Shop, Holsworthy, Milton Demerel with parents John 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Mary 52yrs Slade plus his brother James Slade 12yrs (blacksmith). |
| | SLADE | James | Blacksmith | 1839: James Slade, blacksmith. Born about 1839 in Milton Damerel, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 2yrs, living in High Cross, Milton Damerel with parents John 50yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Mary 45yrs. Siblings: John 15yrs; Ann 20yrs; William 15yrs; Frances 10yrs; Richard 10yrs; George 8yrs; Alice 5yrs. In 1851 James is 12yrs, a blacksmith, still with his family. John 60yrs, Mary 52yrs. Siblings: Frederick William 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith); Fanny (?Frances)23yrs; Richard 19yrs (farm labourer) ; Alice 15yrs; Mary Ann 8yrs. |
| | SLADE | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Slade, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Milton Damerel, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 50yrs, living in High Cross, Milton Damerel with wife Mary 45yrs (born Milton Damerel). Children: John 15yrs; Ann 20yrs; William 15yrs; Frances 10yrs; Richard 10yrs; George 8yrs; Alice 5yrs and James 2yrs. In 1851 John is 60yrs, Mary is 52yrs, living in Holsworthy, Milton Demerel. Children: Frederick William Slade 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith); Fanny (?Frances)23yrs; Richard 19yrs (farm labourer) ; Alice 15yrs; Mary Ann 8yrs. Visitors: John Hocking 27yrs (a miller) and his wife Ann 29yrs. Also a lodger Arscott Rattenbury 68yrs, unmarried, pauper. |
| | SLADE | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Slade, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Milton Demerel, Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living at Down Moor Cross, Bideford, Newton St Petrock, Devon. Wife Charlotte 28yrs (born Thornbury, Devon) and daughter Lucilia 7yrs born Bideford 1844. In 1861 John is 40urs, Charlotte is 39yrs, still at Down Moor. Children: Lucilia 17yrs and John 4yrs. Apprentice blacksmith James Elliot 17yrs . See freebmd.org.au for Lucilla possible marriage Bideford Sept quarter 1861. |
| | SLADE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1838: Thomas Slade, blacksmith. Born about 1838 in Sidmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 13yrs, living at Land Part, Honit, Devon with parents Thomas & Elizabth (Ag.labourers). |
| | SLADE | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Slade, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Milton Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living in Silworthy Cottage, West Putford Bideford, Devon. Lodges with Thomas & Mary Colwill (ag.labourers). |
| | SLEEMAN | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1829: Emanuel Sleeman, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Beaworthy, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Emmanuel as 22yrs, living in Beaworthy Village with parents John 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Charlotte. Siblings: Samuel 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith) and Sophia 20yrs. |
| | SLEEMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Sleeman, blacksmith. Borna bout1791 in Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 60yrs, livingin Beaworthy Village, Okehampton, Devon with wife Charlotte 58yrs (born Beaworthy). Children: Emanuel 22yrs (blacksmiths), Samuel 17yrs (blacksmith) and Sophia 20yrs. |
| | SLEEMAN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1834: Samuel Sleeman, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Beaworthy, Okehampton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 17yrs, living in Beaworthy Village with parents John 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Charlotte. Siblings: Emmanuel 22yrs (born 1829 blacksmith) and Sophia 20yrs. |
| | SLEEP | George | Blacksmith | 1832: George Sleep, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Callington, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 19yrs, living in Higher foreham Cottages, Plymouth with his father Samuel 45yrs (born 1806 blacksmith). Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SLEEP | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1806: Samuel Sleep, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Callington, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 45yrs, a widower, living in Higher foreham Cottages, Plymouth, Devon with his children: . Born: Callington-CON. Widower. Children: George 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith); Isabella 17y; Emanuel 14y; Jane 10y; Caroline 8y; Samuel 6y. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SLEEP | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1818: Samuel Sleep, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Landest, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 33yrsliving at No.22 John Lane, Plymouth with wife Elizabeth 34yrs (born Devonport, Devon) and son Samuel 5yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SLEMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1825: Thomas Sleman, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Broadwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 26yrs, living in Buddle Cottage, Tavistock, Devon. Lodges with Thomas Petherick (a sawyer) & his family. |
| | SLOCOMBE | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Slocombe, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Stonehouse, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, unmarried, living in Saltash Street, Plymouth, Devon with parents Joseph & Ann. Visitor: Elizabeth Goss 22yrs. |
| | SLOMAN | George | Blacksmith | 1810: George Sloman, blacksmith. Born 1810-1811 in Wesetleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 40yrs, living in Chappletown, Barnstaple, Devon with wife Ann 45yrs (born Bishops Tawto, Devon). Children: Ann 10yrs, George 7yrs, Elizabeth 2yrs. |
| | SLOMAN | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John Sloman, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1837 in North Tamerton, Cornwall, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 4yrs, living in North Tamerton with his parents John 40yrs and Maria 35yrs. Siblings: Eleanor 12yrs; Jane 9yrs; Betsey 6yrs; Sarah 1yr infant. Also listed is William Brimacombe 15yrs. In 1851 John is 14yrs, working for blacksmith Charles and Harriet Sandercock in Hornacott Chappel, Holsworthy. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SMABRIDGE | Geo. | Blacksmith | 1796: George Smalridge, blacksmith master, employs 2 apprentices. Born about 1796 in Dunsford, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists George as 44yrs, Wife Ann 45yrs ( born Chagford, Devon), living in Hennock Village, Newton Abbot, Devon. Also listed is William Ball 15yrs and James Lee 15yrs. In 1851 George is 55yrs, Ann 56yrs, niece Louisa Nickles 16yrs. Plus apprentice Stephen Doust 19yrs (born 1832) and William Golman 16yrs (born 1835). Still in Hennock Village. In 1861 George is 66yrs, widower, living with his brother-law Gilbert Scott 52yrs (born 1809 (blacksmith) and Sarah Scott 55yrs in the Village at Trusham, Newton Abbot, Devon. 1871: George is 75yrs, boarding with William Yates 56yrs (a lead miner) and his family in Christow, Devon. |
| | SMALE | George | Blacksmith | 1819: George Smale, blacksmith. Born about 1819 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 32yrs, living at 20 Briton Side, Plymouth with wife Jane 29yrs (born Holbeton, Devon) and children Eliza.A. 7yrs, Frederick 5yrs and George 2yrs. |
| | SMALE | George | Blacksmith | 1825: George Smale, blacksmith, shipwright. Born about 1825 in Plymouht, Devon, England. Son of blacksmith Henry Smale and Betsy. The 1841 UK census lists George as 6yrs,living with his parents and siblings in Navy Row, Plymouth. In 1851 George is 15yrs, apprenticed shipwright. 1861: George is 26yrs, unmarried, working as a smith at HM Dockyards. Still living with his parents. George is listed in Balcksmiths Devon and Shipwrights Indexes. Contact Jenny by. |
| | SMALE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1806: Henry Smale, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1806 in Plymouth, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists Henry as 35yrs living in Navy Row, Plymouth with wife Besty 35yrs (born Devon). Children: Mary Matilda 12yrs, Sarah 10yrs, George 6yrs, Caroline 4yrs. In 1851 Henry is ?48yrs, Betsy 49yrs, Sarah 20yrs and son George 15yrs (apprentice shipwright). Census 1861: Henry 58yrs working at dockyards, Betsy 59yrs. Son George. H. Smale, 26yrs, unmarried, working as a smith at HM Dockyards. Henry’s married daughter Sarah Simms 30yrs (nee Smale, seaman’s wife). Kate Simms 2yrs, James. H. Simms 4 months infant. Census 1871: Henry 68yrs superannuated smith, Betsy 69ys. Daughter Mary 41yrs unmarried. Sister-in-law: Matilda Batchelor 66yrs. Grandchild: Kate Simms 11yrs. . Contact Jenny by. |
| | SMALE | John | Blacksmith | 1833: John Smale, blacksmiths apprentice. Born about 1833 in Northlew, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 18yrs, apprenticed to master blacksmith John & Jane Baker living at Harpers Hill, Okehampton, Devon. |
| | SMALE | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Smale, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 50yrs living at Navy Row, Plymouth with wife Ann 40yrs. Children: William 20yrs, JHH 14yrs (my GG- grandfather); Mathew 12yrs, Phillipa 9yrs, Joseph 7yrs and Jane Hancock, stepdaughter aged 27yrs. William first worked n Plymouth, then in Kent. William died between 1861 & 1871. On the 1851 census the family are living at 13 Charlton Tce, Woolwich, Kent. Listed in both Devon and Kent Blacksmiths Indexes. See Shipwrights Index for sons Matthew & Joseph. Contact Jenny by. |
| | SMALL | John | Blacksmith | 1806: John Small, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Paignton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 45yrsliving in Winner Street, Totnes, Devon with wife Ann 43yrs (born Paignton). Children: Susan 16yrs; Joseph 14yrs (butcher); Mary 10yrs; William 7yrs; John 4yrs; Elizabeth under 1yr infant. |
| | SMALLACOMB | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1827: Thomas Smallacomb, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1827 in Bratton, Clovelly, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 24yrs, lodging with Henry Fimamore 25yrs (a farm labourer and his wife Grace 30yrs and their daughters Jane 3yrs and Mary Ann under 1yr infant in Billicott, North petherwin, Launceston Cornwall/Devon border. |
| | SMALLRIDGE | Charles | Blacksmith | 1830: Charles Smallridge, blacksmith. Born about 1830 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 21yrs, living at 4 Exon Court, Exeter, St Sidwell with wife Sarah 19yrs (born Exeter and son Henry 1 month infant. Others listed: son Charles Davis 5yrs and daughter Susannah davis 2yrs. |
| | SMALLRIDGE | George | Blacksmith | 1830: George Smallridge, blacksmiths servant. Born 1830-1831 in Dunsford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 20yrs, living in Hole Acre Smiths Cott, St Thomas, Dunsford with his brother Joseph 31yrs (bon 1820 blacksmith) and Ann 33yrs Smallridge. Niece: Elizabeth 5yrs. Nephews: Joseph 2yrs and John 1yr. |
| | SMALLRIDGE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1820: Joseph Smallridge, blacksmith. Born 1820 in Dunsford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 31yrs, living in Hole Acre Smiths Cott, St Thomas, Dunsford with his wife Ann 33yrs (born Dunsford). Children: Elizabeth 5yrs,Joseph 2yrs,John 1yr. Brother: George 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmiths servant). |
| | SMALLRIDGE | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Smallridge, blacksmith. Born 1791 in Dunsford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 60yrs, living in Smallridges Cott, St Thomas Dunsford with wife Ann 60yrs(born Dunsford). |
| | SMALRIDGE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1816: Joseph Smalridge, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Lustleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 35yrs, living in Lustleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Louisa 37yrs (born Teingrace, Devon) with their 3 sons and 1 daughter. |
| | SMERDON | Daniel | Blacksmith | 1791: Daniel Smerdon, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Buckland in Moor, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Daniel as 60yrs, living in North Street, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, Devon with wife Ann 62yrs (born Lapford, Devon). |
| | SMITH | James | Blacksmith | 1817: James Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1817 in Churchstanton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 34yrs, living in Kockery, Upottery, Honiton, Devon with wife Maria 33yrs (born Buckland St Mary, Somerset). Children: Richard 4y, Robert 2y, Sarah Ann 8mths infant. |
| | SMITH | James | Blacksmith | 1840: James Smith (Snr), blacksmith, wheelwright. Born 1840-1841 in Canterbury, Kent, England. The 1901 UK census lists James as 60yrs, living in 12 Victoria Row, St Gregory, Canterbury; with wife Annie 61yrs (born Harbledown, Kent) and son James 16yrs. 1903 lists James as a Wheelwright . Descendant of blacksmith John Dinner Smith (born 1813). Listed in the Wheelwrights Index and Blacksmiths of Devon Index. Contact Carol by and Lynne by. |
| | SMITH | John | Blacksmith | 1837: John Smith, blacksmith. Born about1837 in Ottery St Mary, Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 14yrs, living at Coombe Lake, Ottery, St Mary with parents John 41yrs (fish dealer) and Beatrice 43yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 11yrs; Mary 9yrs; Charle 5yrs; Jessie 2yrs and Samuel 2yrs. |
| | SMITH | John | Blacksmith | 1810: John Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Berry Pomery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 40yrs, living in Farleys Lane, Totnes, Devon with wife Mary Ann 30yrs (born Alverstock, Hampshire). Children: Elizabeth 9yrs, William Henry 4yrs, Sarah Ann 2yrs, Ellen 7 days old. Sister: Elizabeth Barber 25yrs (annuitant living on half pay). |
| | SMITH | John | Blacksmith | 1825: John Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Newton St Cyres, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 26yrs, working for John Resdon 57yrs (born 1794 blacksmith) and Mary 50yrs, living in High Street, Crediton, Devon. Also listed find 2 nephews of John Resdon: Samuel Sobey 26yrs, unmarried (born 1825 blacksmith) and James Sobey 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith) |
| | SMITH | John | Blacksmith | 1800: John Smith, master blacksmith. Born about 1800-1801, Churchstaunton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 50yrs, a prisoner at 1-Devon County Prisons, St David, Exeter, Devonshire. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Prisoners Index. |
| | SMITH | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1823: John Smith (Jnr), blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1823, Drewsteignton, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 18yrs, at the village of Drewsteignton, Devon . In 1851 John (Jnr) is 28yrs, unmarried, still at the village of Drewsteignton; with his brother Reuben 22yrs (blacksmith). Servant: Richard Marks 19yrs(apprentice Blacksmith). See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents John Smith(Snr) and Eliza plus siblings. |
| | SMITH | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1789: John Smith (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1789, in Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 52yrs, at the village of Drewsteignton, Devon ; with wife Betty 52yrs. Children: Charlotte 22yrs; John 18yrs (blacksmith); Harriett 15yrs; Reuben 13yrs. Could not find John (Snr) in 1851. |
| | SMITH | John Dinner | Blacksmith | 1813: John Dinner Smith, blacksmith (1858), wheelwright (1855), spring & axle grinder (1858), carpenter (1861). Born about 1813, North Molton, Devon, England. In 1841 he is at North Lane, Canterbury. Married to Mary surname unknown in 1841. In 1951 John was 38yrs, living in village at North Molton, Mary 38yrs (born Bishops Nympton). Children: Eliza 9yrs; Joseph 7yrs; George 4yrs; Sarah 8mhs infant. IN 1861 John. D. Smith is 47yrs, still in North Molton; Mary 49yrs. Children: Joseph 17yrs (carpenter); Sarah 10yrs; William 7yrs; Elizabeth 5yrs. John died in aged 61yrs, at South Molton in 1873 (see FIndMyPast (AprMayJune quarter Vol. 5b,page 317). John is listed in the Wheelwrights Index and Blacksmiths of Devon Index. Note: both the Piggot’s and White's Devonshire Directories of 1850 for North Molton didn't list his middle name. Contact Carol by and Lynne by. |
| | SMITH | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1832: Nicholas Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Dittisham, Totnes, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 19yrsliving in Lower Dittisham, Devon with his widowed mother Alice 52yrs. Siblings: Ann 22yrs, Edward 12yrs, Alice.M. 8yrs. Lodger: Edward Smith widower 86yrs |
| | SMITH | Reuben | Blacksmith | 1828: Reuben Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1828, Drewsteignto, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 13yrs, at the village of Drewsteignton, Devon . In 1851 Reuben is 22yrs, still at the village of Drewsteignton; with his brother John Smith(Jnr). See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents John Smith(Snr) and Eliza plus siblings. |
| | SMITH | Richard | Blacksmith | 1827: Richard Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Thruselton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 24yrs, living in Sandy Park, Drewsteignton Okehampton, Devon. Servant of John and Ann Williams (Carpenter). |
| | SMITH | Robert | Blacksmith | 1794: Robert Smith, blacksmith and farmer of 4 acres. Born about 1794 in Churchtsanton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 57yrs, living at Churchtsanton, Taunton, Devon/Somerset border. Wife: Elizabeth 52yrs (born Churchtanton). Sons: Henry 12yrs, Thomas 8yrs. |
| | SMITH | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1806: Thomas Smith, blacksmith journeyman, ag. labourer. Born about 1806 in Combe Martin, Barnstaple, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 35yrs, now an ag.labourer, wife Mary 35yrs (born Combe Martin), living in Salem Street, Plymouth Parish of St Charles the Martyr |
| | SMITH | Thomas (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1829: Thomas Smith (Jnr), blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1829 in Morchard Bishop , Crediton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas (Jnr) as 12yrs, living in Church yard, Morchard Bishop with parents Thomas 45yrs (born 1792 master blacksmith) and Sarah 45yrs. Siblings: Jane 25yrs; Grace 20yrs; Mary 15yrs; Frances 14yrs; John 6yrs; Frederick 1yr infant. In 1851 Thomas (Jnr) is 22yrs, living in Middle of Green, Crediton. Parents: Thomas 59yrs and Sarah 58yrs. Siblings: Grace Smith 28yrs (Dressmaker; Frances Smith 24yrs ( Dressmaker); John 16yrs. Plus ?wife Agnes Smith 19yrs and a boy Frederick Smith 11yrs (who’s son?). See familysearch.org for a marriage of Thomas Smith and Agnes Way in Crediton March 1851. |
| | SMITH | Thomas (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1792: Thomas Smith (Snr), blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1792 in Morchard Bishop , Crediton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 45yrs, wife Sarah 45yrs (born Morchard Bishop), living in Church yard, Morchard Bishop. Children: Jane 25yrs; Grace 20yrs; Mary 15yrs; Frances 14yrs; Thomas 12yrs; John 6yrs; Frederick 1yr infant (?grandson). In 1851 Thomas is 59yrs, Sarah 58yrs, living in Middle of Green, Crediton. Children: Grace Smith 28yrs (Dressmaker; Frances Smith 24yrs ( Dressmaker); John 16yrs; Thomas 22yrs (born 1829 blacksmith). Daughter-in-Law: Agnes Smith 19yrs. Grandson: Frederick Smith 11ys (who’s son?). |
| | SMITH | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Smith, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in ?Otterton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 20yrs, Living at Dolish Pit, Luppitt Parish with wife Sarah Smith 20yrs and Jane Smith under 1yr infant. Living with Elenor Burford 67yrs and Eliza Burford 20yrs. Cannot find them after this census. |
| | SMITH | William | Blacksmith | 1797: William Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1797 in Farrington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 44yrs, wife Grace 42yrs (born born Hellens, Crediton, Devon) and son Thomas 22yrs (born 1819). Living in St George the Martyr. In 1851 William is 54yrs, Grace 53yrs, living in Sidmouth Rd, Farringdon St Thomas. Children: Visitors: Thomas Smith 27yrs (cordwainer) and Sophia Smith 31yrs. Apprentice blacksmiths: James Clark 20yrs and James Pave 15yrs. 1861: William is 64yrs, Grace 63yrs, living in Withycombe Rawleigh. No others listed. |
| | SMITH | William | Blacksmith | 1813: William Smith, blacksmith, corn dealer and small farmer. Born about 1813 in Churchstanton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 38yrs, living at Smiths, Taunton, Devon with wife Ann 36yrs (born Bridgwater, Somerset). Children: Samuel 14yrs, Sarah 10yrs, William 6yrs, Mary 3yrs. Also blacksmiths: John Willie 22yrs & Robert Berry 17yrs. |
| | SMITH | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Smith, blacksmith. Born about1824 in Warkleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living at Towens End, South Molton, Devon with wife Ann 28yrs (born Chittle Hampton, Devon). |
| | SMITH | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Smith, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Lifton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, living in Tinney, Tavistock, Devon with his grandparents William Palmer (a labourer) and Bridget Palmer plus his uncle William Palmer 32yrs (born 1819 blacksmith). |
| | SMITH | William H | Blacksmith | 1820: William. H. Smith, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1820 in Farrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 30yrs, living in Church Street, Crediton, Devon with wife Grace 26yrs (born Morchard Bishop, Devon) and son William H. Smith 1yr infant. |
| | SNELL | Edmund | Blacksmith | 1810: Edmund Snell, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Edmund as 41yrs, living at 22 Barrack Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon with his mother Mary 64yrs widow and brother Thomas 27yrs (a seaman). |
| | SNELL | James | Blacksmith | 1820: James Snell, blacksmith. Born 1820-1821 in Liskeard, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 25yrs, lodging with widow Sarah Smith and her family at 35 Keates Street, Devonport, Devon. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SNELL | John | Blacksmith | 1812: John Snell, blacksmith. Born about 1812 in Saltash, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 39yrs, living at 8 Flora Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary 37yrs (born Lenarric, Cornwall) and son George 1yr infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | SNELL | William | Blacksmith | 1816: William Snell, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1816 in Chawleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 35yrs, living at Wembworthy Village, Crediton, Devon with wife Sarah 40yrs (born Winkleigh, Devon). Children: William15yrs, Thomas12yrs, Mary Ann 6 yrs, Bessy 1mth infant. Servant blacksmith: William Bradley 20yrs. |
| | SNOW | James.B. | Blacksmith | 1824: James. B. Snow, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1824 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 27yrs, living in the Village at Hartland with parents John Snow 52yrs (born 1799 blacksmith) and Susanna 55yrs and family. |
| | SNOW | John | Blacksmith | 1799: John Snow, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1799 in Hartland, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 52yrs, living in the Village at Hartland with wife Susanna 55yrs (born Monkleigh, Devon). Children: James. B. 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith), Susanna 19yrs, Arabella 17yrs, Eliza 15yrs. |
| | SNOWDEN | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1835: Samuel Snowden, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Pyworthy, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs, living in the Pyworthy Village, Holsworthy. Apprentice with John Bray (blacksmith) and Eliz.Bray. |
| | SOBEY | James | Blacksmith | 1836: James Sobey, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 15yrs and his brother Samuel 26yrs(blacksmith), living with his uncle John Resdon 57yrs (born 1794 blacksmith) and Mary 50yrs, living in High Street, Crediton, Devon. Also listed is blacksmith John Smith born 1825. |
| | SOBEY | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1825: Samuel Sobey, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 26yrs, and his brother James 15yrs (blacksmith), living with his uncle John Resdon 57yrs (born 1794 blacksmith) and Mary 50yrs, living in High Street, Crediton, Devon. Also listed is blacksmith John Smith born 1825. |
| | SOPER | John | Blacksmith | 1836: John Soper, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Marystow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 15yrs, living in Allerford, Tavistock, Devon with his parents: William Soper 56yrs (born1795 blacksmith master) and Eleanor Soper 51yrs. Siblings: Grace 13yrs and Esther 9yrs. Also listed is his nephew John Ockeridge 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith George Frize 17yrs. |
| | SOPER | John | Blacksmith | 1809: John Soper, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1809 in Harberton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 30yrs, living in Little Englesbourn, Haberton with wife Ann 25yrs. Children: Elizabeth 8yrs; Thomas 7yrs; George 5yrs; John 1yr infant. Grace Webber 50yrs. Anna Lopes 15yrs. In 1851 John is 42yrs, living at 13 Eldad Place, Plymouth, Devon with wife Ann 38yrs (born Harberton). Children: Thomas 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith); George 15yrs (A currier); John 12yrs (errand boy); Richard 9yrs; William 7yrs. |
| | SOPER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1834: Thomas Soper, blacksmith. Born about 1834 in Dodbrook, Devon, England. The 1841 Uk census lists Thomas as 7yrs, living in Little Englesbourn, Haberton with his parents: John Soper 30yrs (born 1809 blacksmith) and Ann Soper 25yrs. Siblings: Elizabeth 8yrs; George 5yrs; John 1yr infant. Others listed: Grace Webber 50yrs and Anna Lopes 15yrs. In 1851 Thomas is 17yrs, living at 13 Eldad Place, Plymouth. Parents: John 42yrs and Ann 38yrs. Siblings: George 15yrs (A currier); John 12yrs (errand boy); Richard 9yrs; William 7yrs. |
| | SOPER | William | Blacksmith | 1795: William Soper, blacksmith master, employs his son and 1 apprentice. Born about 1795 in Broadwood, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 56yrs, living in Allerford, Tavistock, Devon with wife Eleanor 51yrs (born Lamerton, Devon). Children: John 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith); Grace 13yrs and Esther 9yrs. Grandson: John Ockeridge 3yrs. Apprentice blacksmith: George Frize 17yrs. |
| | SOPER | William | Blacksmith | 1782: William Soper, blacksmith.Borna bout 1782 in Halwell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 69yrs, living in Harbeton, Totnes, Devon with wife Elizabeth 67yrs (born Ringwood, Hampshire). |
| | SOPER | William | Blacksmith | 1806: William Soper, blacksmith. Born about 1806 in Harberton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 45yrs, living in Harbeton, Totnes, Devon with wife Mary 34yrs (born Buckfastleigh, Devon). Children: Susan.T.S. Soper 13yrs and Servington.T. Soper 8yrs. |
| | SOUTHWOOD | Richard | Blacksmith | 1796: Richard Southwood, blacksmith. Born about 1796 in Dunchideock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 55yrs, living in Alphington Village, St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary 46yrs (born Devonport, Devon). Children: James 11yrs & Fanny 8yrs. |
| | SPARKS | George | Blacksmith | 1829: George Sparks, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 22yrs, living at 50 Claremont Street, Plymouth, Devon with his father Christopher Sparks 56yrs, a widower, coal dealer. Also listed is his sister Lucy Regan 34yrs and nieces: Lucy Regan 13yrs,Ann Regan 3yrs. |
| | SPILLER | John | Blacksmith | 1783: John Spiller, blacksmith. Born about 1783 in Upottery, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 68yrs, living in Ashculm, Wellington, Devon with wife Sarah 62yrs (born Churchtanton, Devon). Children: Samuel 22yrs (born 1829 blacksmith). Granddaughter: Mary Spiller 7yrs. |
| | SPILLER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1829: Samuel Spiller, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Hemyock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Samuel as 22yrs, living in Ashculm, Wellington, Devon with his parents: John Spiller 68yrs (born 1783 blacksmith) and Sarah Spiller 62yrs. |
| | SPILLER | William | Blacksmith | 1811: William Spiller, blacksmith. Born 1811-1812 in Yarcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 40yrs, living in North Curry, Somerset, England with wife Jane 40yrs (born Yarcombe). Children: Harriott 11yrs; Emma 9yrs; Ann 6yrs; John 5yrs; Thomas 2yrs. Visitor Sarah Taylor 49yrs. |
| | SPLATT | John | Blacksmith | 1794: John Splatt, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Dawlish, Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists John as 47yrs, wife Susanna 47yrs, living in Old Town Street, Dawlish. Children: Frederick 10yrs; Fanny 8yrs; John 1yr infant. Also listed: John Harvey 20yrs; Susanna Murch 14yrs and Samuel Splatt 13yrs. In 1851 John is 57yrs, a widower, living at 1-Union Workhouse, Newton Abbot, Wolborough, Devon. |
| | SPRY | Elias | Blacksmith | 1826: Elias Spry, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826, Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Elias as 25yrs, at Spry's House, Holsworthy, Devon. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his brother of Philip and other family members. |
| | SPRY | Jacob | Blacksmith | 1819: Jacob Spry, blacksmith. Born about 1819, Bickleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Jacob as 32yrs, at Finewell Street, Plymouth, Devon, with wife Elizabeth 32yrs (born Wilcove, Cornwall) and son William 1yr infant. |
| | SPRY | James | Blacksmith | 1816: James Spry, Blacksmith. Born about 1816, Bickleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 35yrs, at Brixton House, Plympton St Mary, Devon; with wife Mary Ann 32 yrs (born St Budeaux, Devon). Children: Sarah. E. 8yrs, Fanny 5yrs, William. J. 3yrs, Mary. A. 9months infant. |
| | SPRY | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1826: John Spry (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1826, Ashwater. The 1851 UK census lists John as 25yrs, unmarried, living at Spry’s shop. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents John (Snr) and Sarah, plus sister Caroline Spry. |
| | SPRY | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1789: John Spry (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1789, Ashwater, Devon, England. In 1841 John is in Ashwater aged 50yrs. The 1851 UK census lists John as 62yrs, at Spry’s shop, Ashwater with wife Sarah 51yrs (born Holsworthy). Son John 25yrs(blacksmith). daughter Caroline 14yrs. |
| | SPRY | Philip | Blacksmith | 1818: Philip Spryblacksmith master, farmer of 20 acres, employs 1 journeyman. Born about 1818, Ashwater, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Phillip as 33yrs, at Sprys House, Holsworthy, Devon; with wife Fanny 36yrs (born Halwell, devon). Children: William Shadrack Spry 4yrs, John Spry 2yrs, Philip Spry 2mths infant. Brother: Elias Spry 25yr (blacksmith). House servant: Mary Jordan 16yrs. |
| | SPRY | William | Blacksmith | 1829: William Spry, master blacksmith, farmer of 20 acres, employs 1 journeyman. Born about 1829, Milton Damerel , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 22yrs, unmarried, lodging at Heathfield Cottage, Tavistock, Devon with Samuel and Ann Allen (blacksmiths). |
| | SPURRELL | William | Blacksmith | 1823: William Spurrell, blacksmith. Born about 1823 in Walkhampton, Tavistock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 28yrs, living in Brooks Street, Tavistock, Devon with wife Sophia 26yrs (born Bickleigh, Devon). Children: Betsy 6yrs, Sophia 4yrs, Harry 2yrs. IN 1861 William is 38yrs, Sophia 36yrs, living t Two Bridges Road. Lidford, Tavsitock. Children: Sophia 13yrs; Henry 11yrs; Lucy 9yrs; Fred 6yrs; William. A. 3yrs. |
| | SQUIRE | Batholomew | Blacksmith | 1824: Bartholomew Squire, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1824 in Satterleigh, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Bartholomew as 15yrs, living in Watertown, Satterleigh, Devon with his parents: John 65yrs and Elizabeth 60yrs. Siblings: Sarah 25yrs; Samuel 20yrs and Harriet 13yrs. John Gomer15yrs also listed. In 1851 Bartholomew is 27yrs, living in the Village, High Bickington Great Torrington, Devon. Lodging with John Heal 54yrs (born 1797 blacksmith) and Margaret Heal 50yrs. |
| | SQUIRE | Emanuel | Blacksmith | 1837: Emanuel Squire, blacksmith. Born about 1837 in Broadclist, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Emanuel as 14yrs, living at Hamlet of Dog, Broad Clist St Thomas, Devon with his father Henry Squire 41yrs, a widower (born 1810 blacksmith) and his sister Mary Trickey Squire 7yrs. |
| | SQUIRE | Henry | Blacksmith | 1810: Henry Squire, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Clist St Lawrence, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 41yrs, a widower, living at Hamlet of Dog, Broad Clist St Thomas, Devon. Children: Emanuel14yrs(born 1837 blacksmith) and Mary Trickey Squire 7yrs. |
| | SQUIRE | James | Blacksmith | 1809: James Squire, blacksmith. Born about 1809, Frithelstock, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 42yrs, unmarried, lodging with Thomas (a cordwainer) & Elizabeth Abbott at Stibcross, Torrington, Devon. |
| | SQUIRE | James | Blacksmith | 1823: James Squire, blacksmith, and labourer Born about 1823, Newton St Cyres, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists James as 18yrs, living with and apprentice to master blacksmith William Luxton at Newton St Cyres. In 1861 James is 38yrs, a labourer. Wife Elizabeth 37yrs and son James 12yrs. |
| | SQUIRE | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Squire, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Clist St Lawrence, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs,a widower, living in Upton Farm, Clist St Lawrence with his mother Elizabeth 72yrs, widow (born Payhamburgh, Devon). |
| | SQUIRE | Philip | Blacksmith | 1867: Philip Squire, blacksmith. Born 1867 in Lynton, Devon, England. The 1881 UK census: apprentice to John Creek, blacksmith, in Lynbridge, Lynton, Devon. 1891 census a blacksmith, border in the house of John Launchbury, wheelwright, in Didbrook, Winchcombe, Glos. Married in 1892 to Mary Ann Biles. 1901 census blacksmith at Blockley, Aston Magna, Shipston-on-Stour, Worcs with wife & 4 children. He is also listed in the Blacksmiths of Worcestershire Index. Contact Liz by |
| | SQUIRE | Richard | Blacksmith | 1826: Richard Squire, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1826 in Plymouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 25yrs, living in Armada Street, Plymouth with his mother Ann 52yrs, widow. Siblings: Emma 27yrs, Rosetta 10yrs and Josiah 8yrs. |
| | SQUIRE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1794: Thomas Squire, blacksmith. Born about 1794 in Kennerleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 57yrs, living in Reeves Cott. Crediton, Devon with wife Mary 57yrs (born Kennerleigh). |
| | SQUIRES | Henry | Blacksmith | 1829: Henry Squires, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1829 in Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 22yrs, Ducks Pool Cottage, St.Thomas, Doddiscombsleigh, Devonshire. Lodging with George & Susan Bolly (blacksmiths). |
| | STACEY | George | Blacksmith | 1808: George Stacey, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Sutcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 43yrs living at Deep Lane Head with wife Elizabeth 40yrs (born Launcells, Cornwall). Children: John 8yrs; Emanuel 6yrs; Joshua 2yrs. Brother of William Stacey 44yrs. Contact Paula by |
| | STACEY | George | Blacksmith | 1833: George Stacey, blacksmith. Born about 1833 Great Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 18yrs, living in Mill Street,Torrington with his Uncle, Richard Stacey (master blacksmith) and aunt Jane. Ggrandmother Grace Ware 66yrs, widow. |
| | STACEY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1826: Richard Stacey, blacksmith master, employs 1 man. Born about 1826 Great Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 25yrs, living in Mill treet,Torrington, Devon with wife Jane 24yrs. Living with them is grandmother Grace Ware 66yrs widow and nephew George Stacey 18yrs (blacksmith). |
| | STACEY | William | Blacksmith | 1807: William Stacey, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in Sutcombe, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 44yrs living in Tinney, Travistock, Devon with wife Mary 38yr (born Tavistock). Brother of George Stacey 43yrs. See census 1851 for others listed. Contact Paula by |
| | STACY | Richard | Blacksmith | 1814: Richard Stacy, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1814 in St Mary Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 37yrs, living in Felldownhead, Tavistock, Devon with wife Ann 40yrs (born Werrington, Devon). Children: John 7 months infant; Thomas 7yrs; Charlotte 4yrs. |
| | STAMP | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1816: Thomas Stamp, blacksmith. Born about 1816, ?Topsham, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 25yrs, at Monmouth Street, Topsham. Father Edmund 60yrs(builder); mother Mary 60yrs. Siblings: Mary 25yrs; Ann 20yrs; Susan 15yrs. Also listed William ?Willcocks 15yrs (bootmaker apprentice). |
| | STAPLE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1818: Robert Staple, blacksmith. Born about 1818 in Chard, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 33yrs, living in a Cottage in Weston Village, Awliscombe, Honiton-DEV with wife Elizabeth 30yrs (born Honiton). |
| | STAPLEDON | Josiah | Blacksmith | 1815: Josiah Stapledon, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Buckland Brewer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Josiah as 36yrs, living in Southwood, Buckland Brewer with wife Elizabeth 38yrs (born Buckland Brewer). Children: Eliza Jane 3yrs, Elizabeth. A. 1yr infant. Nephew: William Stapledon 17yrs (apprentice blacksmith). |
| | STAPLEDON | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Stapledon, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Canada, is a British Subject. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, Southwood, Buckland Brewer, Devon with his uncle Josiah Stapledon 6yrs (born 1815 blacksmith); Elizabeth Stapledon 38yrs and their children Eliza Jane 3yrs, Elizabeth. A. 1yr infant. |
| | STAR | William | Blacksmith | 1786: William Star, blacksmith. Born about 1786 in Bigbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 65yrs, living in Ebrington Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Sarah 63yrs( born Brixham, Devon) and niece Emily Lapthorn 9yrs visiting. |
| | STATT | John | Blacksmith | 1815: John Statt, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 36yrs, living in New Street, Chagford with wife Mary 35yrs (born Cheriton Bishop, Devon). |
| | STATT | John | Blacksmith | 1791: John Statt, blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 60yrs, living in New Street, Chagford with wife Jane 60yrs (born Chagford). Children: Jane 16yrs and Robert 19 yrs. Lodger: Joseph Endacott 16yrs. |
| | STAWTE | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Stawte, blacksmith. Borna bout 1822 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living in the villag at Whitchurch, Devon with wife Mary 20yrs (born Whitchurch) snd daughter Ann Symons Stawte, 7 months infant. |
| | STEAR | William | Blacksmith | 1801: William Stear, blacksmith. Born April 19, 1801 at Bovey Tracey,Devon, England. William was blacksmith at Bovey, 1822-1827. Contact Michael by |
| | STEER | Charles | Blacksmith | 1811: Charles Steer, master blacksmith, employing his son Jonas Steer as apprentice. Born about 1811, Bovey Tracey, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 40yrs, living in Bickington, Devon with wife Elizabeth 42yrs (born Bovey Tracey). Children: Elizabeth 4yrs; Jonas 16yrs. Niece(visiting) Elizabeth Cumming 10yrs (born 1841 Kingskerswell) . House servant Mary Chistophers (b. 1835 at Bickington). Contact Michael by |
| | STEER | George | Blacksmith | 1826: George Steer, blacksmith. Born 10th December 1826, Dodbrook, Devon, England and died 07 August 1903 at Kingsbridge. The 1851 UK census lists George as 24yrs, unmarried, living at Mill Street, Kingsbridge, Devon. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents Henry and Sarah Steer plus other family members. Family tree can be viewed on ancestry.com. |
| | STEER | Henry | Blacksmith | 1793: Henry Steer, blacksmith. Born 1st February 1895, Aveton, Gifford, Devon, England and died 8th March 1866 in Kingsbridge. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 58yrs, at Mill Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with wife Sarah 57yrs (nee Lowry, born Ashbrenton, Devon). Sons George 24yrs (blacksmith) & John 20yrs (blacksmith), James 16yrs, Philip 14yrs (blacksmith), Robert 12yrs. Daughter: Sarah Ann 18yrs. Family tree can be viewed on ancestry.com. |
| | STEER | John | Blacksmith | 1830: John Steer, blacksmith. Born about 1830 Yealmpton, Devon, England and died 1907 in Devon. The 1851 UK census lists John as 20yrs, living at Mill Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents Henry and Sarah Steer plus other family members. Family tree can be viewed on ancestry.com. |
| | STEER | John.G. | Blacksmith | 1834: John Gee Steer, blacksmith. Born about 1834 Modbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs,at 1 Galpin Street, Modbury, Kingsbridge, Devon. Parents: Thomas Steer 40yrs (a lime burner)& Elizabeth nee Gee, 39yrs. Siblings: Agness 11yrs; Elizabeth. A. 8yrs; Mary. G. 5yrs; Emma 7 mths infant. On 27 January 1861 John married Amelia Mercy Galbraith. |
| | STEER | Jonas | Blacksmith | 1835: Jonas Steer, blacksmith apprentice. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his father Charles (master blacksmith) and other family members. Contact Michael by |
| | STEER | Philip | Blacksmith | 1837: Philip Steer, master blacksmith. Born 9th December 1837, Dodbrooke, Devon, England and died April 1886 in Portsea, Hampshire. . The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 14yrs, living at Mill Street, Kingsbridge, Devon with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for his parents Henry and Sarah Steer plus other family members. Family tree can be viewed on ancestry.com. Family tree can be viewed on ancestry.com. |
| | STEER | Philip | Blacksmith | 1790: Philip Steer (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1790 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 50yrs living in East Allington with wife Elizabeth 52yrs (born Bigbury Devon). Children: Ann 20yrs; Philip 19yrs (blacksmith); Samuel1 6yrs (blacksmith);Matilda 13yrs. 1851: Philip is 61yrs, living in the Village, Kingsbridge, with wife Elizabeth 63yrs and grandson Thomas Steer 4yrs. |
| | STEER | Philip | Blacksmith | 1822: Philip Steer (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1822, East Allington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Philip as 19yrs living in East Allington with his family. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents Philip Steer (snr) and Elizabeth plus other family members. |
| | STEER | Philip | Blacksmith | 1827: Philip Steer, master blacksmith. Born about 1827, East Allington , Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 24yrs, living at Picadilly, East Allington with wife Julia 25yrs (born Guernsey). Apprentice blacksmith Robert Rider 18yrs. |
| | STEER | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1825: Samuel Steer, blacksmith. Born about 1825 in East Allington, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 16yrs living in East Allington with his family. In 1851 Samuel is 26yrs, living Malborough, Salcombe,devon with wife Susan.E. 27yrs (born Slapton,Devon) plus son ?Japhel 2yrs and daughters Susan. M. 1yr infant and Elizabeth G. 2 months infant. See Blacksmiths of Devon for parents Philip Steer (snr) and Elizabeth plus other family members. |
| | STEER | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1817: Thomas Steer , master blacksmith. Born about 1817, Hunshaw, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 34yrs, living in the Village at Torrington, Devon. Wife Rachel 35yrs (born Peters Marlanad,Devon). Children: Martha 6yrs, Mary 4yrs, Susan 2yrs, Clara Ann 1mth infant. See census 1851 for visitors & others listed, including William Ward 23yrs (blacksmith) & William Bolt 15yrs (apprentice) . |
| | STEER | William | Blacksmith | 1791: William Steer, smith, blacksmith. Born January 07, 1791 at Bovey Tracey,Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists William as 50yrs, living at Towns End, Bovey Tracey with wife Ann 45yrs. Children: Joseph 20yrs; William 15yrs; John 14yrs; Elzia 11yrs; Thomas 8yrs; Charles 4yrs. See Blacksmiths of Devon for other family members. Contact Michael by |
| | STENTIFORD | George | Blacksmith | 1816: George Stentiford, blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Zeal Monachorum, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists George as 35yrs, living in the village at Crediton, Devon with wife Tryphena 35yrs (born Zeal Monachorum). Children: John 12yrs, George 10yrs, Thomas 8yrs, Louisa 4yrs, Philip 2yrs, Mary Ann 2mths infant. |
| | STEPHENS | Elexander | Blacksmith | 1832: Elexander Stephens, blacksmith apprentice.Born about 1832 in Bridestow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Elexander as 19yrs, apprentice with John Brown 44yrs (born 1807 blacksmith) and Mary Brown 36yrs living in Broadwood Town, Broadwoodwidger Holsworthy, Devon. Children listed: Thomas Brown 9yrs; Elizabeth Brow 7yrs; John Brown 3yrs. Lodger: William Blythe 67yrs (ag.labourer). Visitor: Charity Sleeman 15yrs. |
| | STEPHENS | Richard | Blacksmith | 1814: Richard Stephens, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1814 in St Cler, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 37yrs, living in Stoke Fleming Village Dragon Green, Kingsbridge with wife Elizabeth 27yrs (born Liskead, Cornwall). Children: Joshua 11yrs, Sampson 9yrs,Edwain 7yrs,Mary Ann 4yrs,Elizabeth 2yrs,Nicolas 3yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | STEPHENS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1807: Thomas Stephens, blacksmith. Born about 1807 in St Minnow, Cornwall, England. The 1851 Uk census lists Thomas as 44yrs, living at 6 St John Street, Clowance, Stoke Damerel, Devon with wife Elizabeth 44yrs (born St Pinnock, Cornwall) and daughter Sarah. J. 12yrs. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | STEPHENS | Thos | Blacksmith | 1816: Thos. Stephens, blacksmith. Born about 1816 ?where. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 25yrs, living in the Plymouth parish of St Charles the Martyr . Wife: Elizabeth 35yrs. |
| | STEVENS | John | Blacksmith | 1795: John Stevens, blacksmith. Borna bout 1795 in Bradninch, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 56yrs, living at Hill Mill Cottage, Totnes, Devon with wife Susanna 50yrs (born Buckfastleigh, Devon) and son William 17yrs( a blacksmith assistant). Niece: Susan Bourne 11yrs. Lodger: Henry Wotton 25yrs (blacksmith). |
| | STEVENS | John | Blacksmith | 1807: John Stevens, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1807 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 44yrs, living in Silver Street, Barnstaple with wife Fanny 44yrs (born Landcros, Devon). See Iron Workers Index for son John. |
| | STEVENS | Philip | Blacksmith | 1761: Philip Stevens, blacksmith superannuated. Born about 1761 in Looe, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists Philip as 90yrs, living at 1 Princess Street, Ope, Devonport, Devon with wife Lydia 60yrs (born Devon). Philip worked at the Gunwharf. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | STEVENS | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1810: Samuel Stevens, blacksmith. Born about 1810, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Samuel as 30yrs, lodging at Harewood Cottage, Abbotsham, Devon. |
| | STEVENS | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1808: Thomas Stevens, blacksmith master. Born about 1808 in Bideford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 43yrsliving in Honeston Lanet, Bideford with wife Mary 41yrs (born Bideford). Lodger: Anne Quick 17yrs. House servant: Grace Quick 14yrs. |
| | STEVENS | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Stevens, blacksmith. Born abotu1834 in Harberton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 17yrs, , living at Hill Mill Cottage, Totnes, Devon with his parents John Stevens 56yrs (born 1795 blacksmith) and Susanna 50yrs plus his cousin Susan Bourne 11yrs. Lodger: Henry Wotton 25yrs (blacksmith). |
| | STIDEFORD | Nicholas | Blacksmith | 1824: Nicholas Stideford, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Nicholas as 27yrs, living at 22 Cornwall Street, Devonport with wife Elizabeth 28yrs (born Devonport) and sons Nicholas 2yrs and William 5mths infant. |
| | STIDWELL | James | Blacksmith | 1835: James Stidwell, blacksmiths servant. Born about 1835 in Cookbury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 16yrs, living at Clawton Bridge Village, Holsworthy, Devon. Servant/assistant to blacksmiths Thomas & Eliz. Baskerville. |
| | STOCKMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1834: William Stockman, blacksmith apprentice. Borna bout 1834 in Honiton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census list William as 17yrs, living in New Street, Honiton with his father William 59yrs and sisters Sarah 29yrs and Susan 22yrs. |
| | STOKER | James | Blacksmith | 1835: James Stoker, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1835 in Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 16yrs, living in Fremington Town, Devon. Apprentice to master blacksmith William Tremlett and Ellen Tremlett. |
| | STOKES | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Stokes, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1833 in Kenn, Devon. The 1851 UK census lists him as 18yrs, living in the Cottages with blacksmith Thomas Abbott 29yrs (born 1822 blacksmith) and family. |
| | STONE | John | Blacksmith | 1820: John Stone, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Crediton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 31yrs, living in Westwood, Crediton with wife Ann 28yrs (born Shobrooke, Devon). Servant blacksmith: Jno.Hubber 16yrs. |
| | STONE | John | Blacksmith | 1832: John Stone, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 in Newton Bushell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 19yrs, living in Highweek Street, Newton Abbot, Highweek with his brother Robert Stone 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith) and his family. Also listed is his other brother William 28yrs( a tailor) and Nephew Henry Stone 7yrs. |
| | STONE | Robert | Blacksmith | 1824: Robert Stone, blacksmith master. Born about 1824 in Newton Bushell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Robert as 27yrs, living in Highweek Street, Newton Abbot, Highweek, Devon with wife Sarah Jane 23yrs (born Bovey, Devon) and other family members, namely: his 2 brothers William Stone 28yrs (a tailor) and John Stone 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith app.) and a nephew Henry Stone 7yrs. |
| | STONE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1808: Thomas Stone, blacksmith. Born about 1808 in Churchstanton, Devon, England. The 1841 UK census lists Thomas as 29yrs, living at Marsh Cottage, Yarcombe, Devon with wife Mary Ann 29yrs (born Devon). Children: Elizabeth Ann 5yrs; James 3yrs; John 1yr infant. Also listed is Benjamin Hitt 15yrs (born 1825 blacksmith) and William Bliss 30yrs (born 1811 blacksmith). In 1851 Thomas is 39yrs, Mary Ann 38yrs, living in Hard Wells Court, Taunton St James, Somerset. Children: Elizabeth1 5yrs; James 13yrs; John 11yrs; William 9yrs; Walter 6yrs; Abort 1yr infant. Listed in Balcksmiths of devon and Somerset. |
| | STONE | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1790: Thomas Stone, blacksmith, mason. Born about 1790, in Hemyock , Devon, England. Thomas started as a Mason with his father. In 1844 he married Mary Vickery and was by then a Blacksmith in Hemyock. By 1851 he was a Blacksmith Journeyman living in Wiveliscombe. By 1861 he was a Blacksmith living in Wellington. He died in 1844 in Culmstock . Contact Tim by |
| | STONE | William | Blacksmith | 1793: William Stone, blacksmith retired. Born about 1793 in Alpington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 58yrs, living in Old Exeter Street, Newton Abbot, Highweek, Devon with wife Ann 56yrs (born Highweek) and daughter Jane 25yrs, dressmaker. |
| | STONEMAN | David | Blacksmith | 1830: David Stoneman, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1830 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists David as 20yrs, living in Mill Street, Chagford with his father William 69yrs (born 1782 blacksmith) and his brother Thomas 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith). |
| | STONEMAN | George | Blacksmith | 1824: George Stoneman, blacksmith. Born about 1824, Devon. The 1841 UK census lists him as 17yrs, at the village of Drewsteignton, Devon. No other information listed. Can’t find him on 1851 or 1861 census (maybe he was no longer a blacksmith?) |
| | STONEMAN | Henry | Blacksmith | 1832: Henry Stoneman, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1832 Great Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 19yrs, apprentice blacksmith with George Priscott, master blacksmith; living at Huntshaw Croft, Devon. In 1871, Henry is 39yrs, at Woodstock Street, West Ham Essex; with wife Eleanor 44yrs (born Wales) and Mary 6yrs. |
| | STONEMAN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1829: Richard Stoneman, blacksmith. Born about 1829 in Devonport, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 22yrs,living at 42 Pembroke Street, Stoke Damerel, Devon. Parents: John & Maryann. Siblings: Charlotte 13yrs, John 10yrs, Benjamin 7yrs. |
| | STONEMAN | Richard | Blacksmith | 1815:
Richard Stoneman, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1815 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Richard as 36yrs, living in the Village, Drewsteignton, Devon with wife Maria 36yrs (born Chagford). Children: Richard 8yrs, Ann 6yrs, George 3yrs. |
| | STONEMAN | Thomas | Blacksmith | 1824: Thomas Stoneman, blacksmith journeyman. Born about 1824 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Thomas as 27yrs, living in Mill Street, Chagford with his father William 69yrs (born 1782 blacksmith) and his brother Thomas 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith). |
| | STONEMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1814: William Stoneman, blacksmith master. Born about 1814 in Manaton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 37yrs, living in Mill Street, Chagford, Devon with wife Susan 40yrs (born Drewsteignton, Devon). Children: Emma 10yrs, Samuel 7yrs, Susan 5yrs, Mary 3yrs, Lucy 1yr. |
| | STONEMAN | William | Blacksmith | 1782: William Stoneman, blacksmith master, employs 2 men. Born about 1782 in Chagford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 69yrs, a widower, living in Mill Street, Chagford with his sons David Stoneman 20yrs (born 1830 blacksmith) and Thomas Stoneman 27yrs (born 1824 blacksmith). |
| | STORM | William | Blacksmith | 1794: William Storm, blacksmith retired. Born about 1794 at Sea. The 1851 UK census lists William as 57yrs, living in White, Topsham St Thomas, Devon with wife Mary.A. 52yrs (born Topsham). Daughters: Sarah 24yrs, Mary 20yrs, Elizabeth 17yrs, Ellen 11yrs. In 1861 William is 67yrs, Mary 63yrs, living at same address. Daughters Sarah Storm 34yrs; Elizabeth Radford (nee Storm) 37yrs. |
| | STRINGER | John | Blacksmith | 1822: John Stringer, blacksmith. Born about 1822 in Stockton, Durham, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 29yrs, living in a Tenement, Plymouth, Devon with wife Mary 29yrs (born Bristol, Gloucester). Children: Mary.A. 7yrs, Alfred.J. 2yrs, Elizabeth 4months infant. Listed in Blacksmiths of Devon and Durham. |
| | STUART | Henry | Blacksmith | 1783: Henry Stuart, blacksmith. Born about 1783 in Hildington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 68yrs,living in the Village, Dunkswell, Honiton with wife Sarah 44yrs (born Sheldon, Devon) and their 7 children. One son was William 15yrs (born 1836 blacksmith). |
| | STUART | William | Blacksmith | 1836: William Stuart, blacksmith. Born about 1836 in Dunkeswell, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 15yrs, living in the Village, Dunkswell, Honiton with his parents Henry 68yrs (born 1783 blacksmith) and Sarah 44yrs plus his 6 siblings. |
| | STUKE | John | Blacksmith | 1828: John Stuke, blacksmith. Born about 1828 in Calstock, Cornwall, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 23yrs, living in Devon Gt Consols, Tavistock, Devon with wife Kitty 29yrs (born Calstock) and their children: Mary 3yrs, Joseph 3yrs, Jane 1yr. Listed in Blacksmiths of Cornwall and Devon. |
| | STYLE | James | Blacksmith | 1810: James Style, blacksmith. Born about 1810 in Shebbear, Torrington, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 41yrs, living at New Inn Cross, Shebbear with wife Mary 40yrs (born Bradford, Devon). Children: Mary Ann 16yrs and Louisa 14yrs. In 1861 James is 61yrs, Mary 60, Louisa 23yrs, still at New Inn Cross. |
| | SULTEN | William | Blacksmith | 1820: William Sulten, blacksmith. Born about 1820 in Dartmouth, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 31yrs, living in Higher Street, Totnes, Devon with his father ?Aloy Sulten 63yrs. In 1861 William is 41yrs, unmarried, still living in Higher Street. |
| | SUMMERS | Charles | Blacksmith | 1815: Charles Summers, blacksmith. Born about 1815 in Northleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Charles as 36yrs, living in Late Bagwells, Honiton, devon with wife Mary 37yrs (born Widworthy, Devon). Children: Marratta 15y, James 9y, Samuel 3y, Ann 1y. Father-in-law: John Summers 73y, widower, retired blacksmith. |
| | SUMMERS | John | Blacksmith | 1778: John Summers, blacksmith retired. Born about 1778 in Northleigh, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 73yrs, a widower, living in Late Bagwells, Honiton, Devon with Widower. With his son Charles Summers (born 1815 blacksmith); Mary 37yrs and his grandchildren: Marratta 15y, James 9y, Samuel 3y, Ann 1y. |
| | SUMMERS | William | Blacksmith | 1824: William Summers, blacksmith. Born about 1824 in Beer, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 27yrs, living at Short Hill, Beer with wife Mary 25yrs (born Beer) and daughter Alice Mary 5mths infant. |
| | SURCOMBE | John | Blacksmith | 1804: John Surcombe, blacksmith. Born about 1804 in Lydford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 47yrs, a ?widower, living at Cross Lanes, Okehampton, Devon with his brother Samuel 32yrs (see Farriers Index ), and his family. In 1861 John is 57yrs, widower, still living with his brother Samuel 42yrs and his family in Bridestowe. 1871: John is 67yrs, still in Bridsestowe with his widowed sister in law Mary 56yrs and her sons John 25yrs (a farrier) and Samuel 16yrs (a smith). |
| | SURCOMBE | Samuel | Blacksmith | 1855: Samuel Surcombe, blacksmith. Born about 1855 in Bridestowe, Devon, England. The 1861 UK census lists Samuel as 6yrs, living in in Bridestowe with his parens Samuel 42yrs (a farrier) and mother Mary 45yrs. Siblings: John 15yrs; William Henry 10yrs and uncle John Surcombe 57yrs. In 1871 Samuel is 16yrs, a farrier, living in Bridestowe with his widowed mother Mary 56yrs, brother John 25yrs (farrier) and his uncle John Surcombe 67yrs (born 1804 blacksmith). |
| | SUTTON | William | Blacksmith | 1827: William Sutton, blacksmith. Born about 1827 in Exeter, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 24yrs, living in Ebrington Street, Plymouth, Devon with wife Jane 22yrs (born Dodbrook, Devon) and son James 2yrs. |
| | SWABRIDGE | Joseph | Blacksmith | 1787: Joseph Swabridge, blacksmith retired. Born about 1787 in Dunsford, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Joseph as 64yrs, a widower, living in the Village, Newton Abbot, Hennock, Devon with his ?daughter Mary 39yrs. |
| | SWEET | William | Blacksmith | 1833: William Sweet, blacksmith. Born about 1833 in Bow, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 18yrs, living in Bow Village, Crediton, Devon with grandparents James & Elizabeth Rowdon (bakers) |
| | SYMONS | Henry | Blacksmith | 1818: Henry Symons, blacksmith, ordnance. Born about 1818 in Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Henry as 33yrs, living at 13 Charlotte Row, Morice Town, Devon with wife Ann 31yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). |
| | SYMONS | James | Blacksmith | 1826: James Symons, blacksmith. Born about 1826 in Wembury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists James as 25yrs, living in the Smith Residence Downthomas, Plympton St Mary, Devon with parents John 60yrs (see Whitesmiths Index) and Mary 69yrs. Siblings: Margarett 22yrs and, John 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). Elizabeth J. Harding 7yrs (niece). |
| | SYMONS | John | Blacksmith | 1834: John Symons, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Wembury, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 17yrs, living in the Smith Residence Downthomas, Plympton St Mary, Devon with parents John 60yrs (see Whitesmiths Index) and Mary 69yrs. Siblings: Margarett 22yrs and James 25yrs (born 1826 blacksmith). Elizabeth J. Harding 7yrs (niece). |
| | SYMONS | John (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1816: John Symons (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1816 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 35yrs, living at Yealmpton Villa, Plympton St Mary, Devon with parents John 61yrs (born 1790 blacksmith) and Mary. A. 61yrs. Siblings: Josiah 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith); Hannah Perrett (nee Symons married to a joiner) 25yrs and her children Samuel Perrett 5yrs and Richard Perrett 3yrs. |
| | SYMONS | John (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1790: John Symons (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1790 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists John as 61yrs, living at Yealmpton Villa, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Mary.A. 61yrs (born Yealmpton). Children: John 35yrs (born 1816 blacksmith), Josiah 17yrs (born 1834 blacksmith). Daughter: Hannah Perrett 25yrs (a joiners wife). Grandchildren: Samuel Perrett 5yrs & Richard Perrett 3yrs. |
| | SYMONS | Josiah | Blacksmith | 1834: Josiah Symons, blacksmith apprentice. Born about 1834 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists Josiah as 17yrs, living at Yealmpton Villa, Plympton St Mary, Devon with parents John 61yrs (born 1790 blacksmith) and Mary. A. 61yrs. Siblings: John 35yrs (born 1816 blacksmith); Hannah Perrett (nee Symons married to a joiner) 25yrs and her children Samuel Perrett 5yrs and Richard Perrett 3yrs. |
| | SYMONS | William (Jnr) | Blacksmith | 1832: William Symons (Jnr), blacksmith. Born about 1832 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William as 19yrs, living at the Vicarage House, Plympton St Mary, Devon with his parents William 60yrs (born 1791 blacksmith) and Maria 57yrs. Siblings: : Jane 25yrs; Lucy 14yrs ;Emma 11yrs. Niece: Matilda 2yrs. |
| | SYMONS | William (Snr) | Blacksmith | 1791: William Symons (Snr), blacksmith. Born about 1791 in Yealmpton, Devon, England. The 1851 UK census lists William (Snr) as 60yrs, living at the Vicarage House, Plympton St Mary, Devon with wife Maria 57yrs (born Plymouth, Devon). Children: Jane 25yrs; William 19yrs (born 1832 blacksmith); Lucy 14yrs; Emma 11yrs. Granddaughter: Matilda 2yrs. |
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