The Parish Registers Of Long Houghton Baptisms Burials & Marriages 1646-1812 Banns 1754-1805

The Parish Registers of Long Houghton (1646-1812)

Journey through over 150 years of history in the heart of the borderlands.

Are your roots anchored in the rugged, beautiful landscape of Northumberland? Do you suspect your ancestors walked the ancient lanes of Long Houghton, a village steeped in centuries of triumph, turmoil, and myth? Within the pages of this meticulously compiled volume, the whispers of the past become a clear voice, calling out the names of those who came before.

This essential genealogical resource provides faithful transcriptions of the original parish registers for Long Houghton, offering an unparalleled window into the lives of its people from the tumultuous era of the English Civil War through to the age of Jane Austen.

What You Will Discover Inside:

Baptisms (1646-1812): Trace the beginnings of family lines. Find the names of infants, their parents, and often the crucial names of godparents, revealing intricate community bonds.
Marriages (1646-1812): Unite family branches. Discover the names of brides and grooms, their marital status (bachelor, spinster, widow, widower), and witness the joining of local families.
Burials (1646-1812): Mark the end of a life's journey. Locate the dates of passing for your ancestors, providing vital links in the chain of your family tree.
Banns of Marriage (1754-1805): A unique and valuable resource! These records announce an intended marriage, confirming a couple's intent to wed and often revealing the parish of origin for a partner who may not be a local, helping you break down stubborn genealogical brick walls.

Beyond the Names: The Soul of Long Houghton
These registers are more than just lists of names and dates; they are the fabric of a community. They chronicle the lives of people who lived amidst a landscape alive with history and folklore. As you trace your ancestors, consider the world they inhabited:

The Legend of the Long Houghton Witch: In the 17th century, the village was rife with whispers and fear. Local legend speaks of Dorothy Strangeways, a woman accused of witchcraft. As you search the baptismal and burial records from this period, you may find the names of her accusers, the magistrate who presided over her case, or even a record of her family. Did your ancestor live in fear of her power, or were they one of the few who dared to defend her? The registers hold the silent testimony to this dark chapter of village life.

The Faeries of Houghton Haugh: For generations, parents warned their children not to wander alone in the twilight mist of Houghton Haugh, the low-lying land by the river. It was said to be the domain of the Sith or faerie folk, who would spirit away unsuspecting mortals to their hidden kingdom. As you find the names of children baptized in the parish, imagine the folklore that shaped their upbringing and the stories told by the very hearth where they were born.

Echoes in the Ancient Church: The entries in this book were recorded within the stone walls of the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, a site of worship for over a thousand years. Local tales tell of a ghostly monk, seen walking the churchyard path, and of a hidden, sealed chamber in the tower whose secret was lost to time. Your ancestors' most sacred life moments—baptism, marriage, and final committal—are forever tied to this hallowed, haunted ground.

This book is an indispensable tool for:

Family Historians with Northumberland ancestry.
Genealogists seeking primary source data to validate their research.
Local and Social Historians studying life in a rural border community.
Anyone with a love for England's deep and mystical past.
Don't let your ancestors remain forgotten names in the archives. Add this essential volume to your collection and step directly into the history, the mystery, and the legacy of Long Houghton. Your family's story is waiting.