The Parish Registers Of Irby Upon Humber Lincolnshire 1558-1750

The Parish Registers of Irby Upon Humber (1558-1750)

Journey back through the mists of time to the rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Hear the echo of the parish church bell, smell the damp earth of the Humber estuary, and feel the scratch of the vicar's quill as he records the life events of your ancestors. For over 190 years, the village of Irby Upon Humber chronicled its soul—the baptisms, marriages, and burials of its people. Now, these invaluable records are available to you.

This meticulously transcribed and indexed collection is more than just a list of names and dates; it is the bedrock of your family history. It's the key that can unlock generations of your Lincolnshire lineage, transforming "brick walls" into vibrant family trees.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Baptisms (1558-1750): Find the names of your forebears welcomed into the world, often revealing precious parentage details that bridge generations.
Marriages (1558-1750): Unite family lines and discover the names of the partners who started new branches of your tree, sometimes with fascinating details like occupations or marital status.
Burials (1558-1750): Trace the final journey of your ancestors, closing chapters and providing crucial end-of-life dates. These records often hint at the hardships of the past, from plagues to famines.

A Century of History: Spanning the Elizabethan era, the tumultuous English Civil War, the Restoration, and into the Georgian age, these records place your family directly into the heart of England's most dramatic historical periods.
While the registers provide the facts, the local legends give them life...

Irby Upon Humber is a place steeped not only in history but in mystery. As you delve into the names of your ancestors, imagine the stories they told and the folklore that shaped their world:

The Phantom Lantern of St. Andrew's: Local whispers speak of a ghostly light seen flickering within the ancient walls of St. Andrew's Church on moonless nights. Legend says it is the spirit of a Roundhead soldier, searching for the treasure he hid in the churchyard during the Civil War, only to be slain before he could reclaim it. Did your ancestor witness this spectral glow?

The Whispering Wells of the Wolds: Just outside the village lie natural springs known locally as the "Whispering Wells." For centuries, it was believed that on St. Mark's Eve, if you listened closely at the water's edge, you could hear the names of those who would marry, be born, or die in the coming year. Perhaps your great-grandparents' fate was foretold in these murmuring waters.

The Fugitive Monk of Thornton Abbey: Following the Dissolution of the Monasteries, a legend arose of a monk from the nearby Thornton Abbey who fled with a portion of the Abbey's silver. He was said to have hidden the treasure somewhere in the vicinity of Irby before disappearing, leaving behind only a cryptic mark on a ancient yew tree. For generations, villagers—including perhaps your own kin—searched for this lost hoard.

Who is this product for?

Genealogists with Lincolnshire roots seeking primary source records.
Family Historians aiming to add depth and context to their family tree.
Local History Enthusiasts and researchers interested in the social history of Irby Upon Humber.
Anyone with a connection to this charming village who wants to walk in the footsteps of their ancestors.