The Parish Registers Of Ongar Essex 1558-1750

The Parish Registers of Ongar, Essex: Baptisms, Marriages & Burials 1558-1750

An essential resource for any genealogist or local historian with roots in this historic corner of Essex. This meticulously transcribed volume presents the parish records of St. Mary’s, Ongar, spanning nearly two centuries of English history.

Beginning in the first year of Queen Elizabeth I's reign and continuing through the tumultuous periods of the English Civil War, the Restoration, and into the early Georgian era, these registers are the primary key to unlocking the lives of your ancestors.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will find:

Baptisms (1558-1750): Discover the names of children born, their parents, and often the father's occupation.
Marriages (1558-1750): Trace the joining of families, find the names of brides and grooms, and witness the bonds that formed your lineage.
Burials (1759-1750): Mark the end of lives, find death dates, and piece together family lifespans.
Valuable Context: The entries are presented in chronological order, and the book includes a comprehensive index of names for easy searching.
Famous Connections:

These registers don't just record the lives of everyday folk. They chronicle a community that played host to significant historical figures. You may find entries related to the family of Thomas Herring, born in Ongar in 1693, who would rise to become the Archbishop of Canterbury. Furthermore, the registers likely contain records for the family and associates of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, whose wife's stepfather, the Quaker leader Isaac Penington, resided at The Bury in Ongar.