The Parish Registers Of Great Hampden Buckinghamshire 1557-1812

The Parish Registers of Great Hampden, Buckinghamshire, 1557-1812

Unlock the Secrets of Your Buckinghamshire Ancestors in a Parish Steeped in History!

Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of generations. Nestled in the rolling Chiltern Hills, the parish of Great Hampden holds a key to your family's past. Now, for the first time in a fully transcribed and indexed edition, you can explore the rich tapestry of life, love, and legacy recorded within the pages of its ancient parish registers.

Spanning over 250 years, from the reign of Queen Mary I to the Regency era of George III, this collection is an indispensable treasure trove for any genealogist with roots in this historic corner of Buckinghamshire.

Inside This Invaluable Volume, You Will Discover:

Baptisms (1557-1812): Find the names of your ancestors, their dates of baptism, and, crucially, the names of their parents, allowing you to push your family tree back generation by generation.
Marriages (1557-1812): Unite long-lost family lines by discovering the marriage bonds of your ancestors. Entries include the names of the bride and groom and often the witnesses, who were frequently family members.
Burials (1557-1812): Trace the final resting places of your kin. These records can often close gaps in your research and provide poignant details about the lives and losses of your family in centuries past.
A Parish of National Significance: The Hampden Legacy

Great Hampden is not just any rural parish; it is the ancestral home of one of England's most significant historical figures. By delving into these registers, you are connecting directly to the world of:

John Hampden (c. 1595–1643) - The Patriot of the People

John Hampden, whose family seat was Great Hampden House, was a central figure in the events leading up to the English Civil War. A celebrated Parliamentarian, he became a national hero for his courageous stand against King Charles I's arbitrary taxation, famously challenging the illegal "Ship Money" levy. His principled resistance and his subsequent death at the Battle of Chalgrove Field made him a martyr for the cause of liberty.

Your ancestors may have been:

Tenant farmers on the Hampden estate who worked the land John Hampden himself walked.
Artisans and tradespeople in the village who served the great house.
Friends, neighbours, or distant relatives of the Hampden family themselves.
You may even find entries for John Hampden's children, his extended family, and the loyal servants who lived and died in the service of this historic family. These registers don't just record names; they echo the monumental events of the 17th century, from the English Civil War to the Restoration.

Why You Need This Book for Your Genealogy Research:

Primary Source Data: Access first-hand, contemporaneous records, the bedrock of all serious genealogical research.
Break Through Brick Walls: The detailed information within can help you overcome dead ends in your family tree.
Connect to Major History: Place your ancestors directly into the context of pivotal moments in English history.
High-Quality Transcription: Carefully transcribed and presented for ease of use, saving you hours of difficult paleography work.
Whether you are a seasoned genealogist, a descendant of the Hampden family, or a local history enthusiast, The Parish Registers of Great Hampden, 1557-1812 is more than a book—it is a portal to the past. Add this cornerstone resource to your collection and begin your journey of discovery today!