The Parish Registers Of Leckhamstead Buckinghamshire 1558-1812

Unlock Your Leckhamstead Ancestry: The Definitive Parish Registers 1558-1812

Are your roots buried in the rich soil of Buckinghamshire? Do you believe your family's story begins in the historic village of Leckhamstead? Now, you can hold the key to over 250 years of local history in your hands.

The Parish Registers of Leckhamstead, Buckinghamshire, 1558-1812 is an indispensable resource for any genealogist or local historian with ties to this quintessential English parish. This meticulously transcribed and indexed collection provides a direct link to the generations who lived, loved, and laboured in Leckhamstead, from the twilight of the Tudor era through the Georgian age.

Why These Registers are Invaluable for Your Research:

Comprehensive Coverage: Contains full transcriptions of all baptisms, marriages, and burials recorded in the parish.
Extensive Date Range (1558-1812): Trace your family line through more than two and a half centuries of history, encompassing the Elizabethan era, the English Civil War, the Restoration, and the Georgian period.
Primary Source Data: Access authentic, first-hand accounts of your ancestors' key life events. Discover names, dates, family relationships, and often, insightful details like occupations or abodes.
Break Down Brick Walls: This collection is the ultimate tool for overcoming research dead-ends in Leckhamstead, providing the crucial evidence needed to confirm lineage and extend your family tree.
High-Quality Transcription: Carefully transcribed for clarity and accuracy, saving you hours of deciphering difficult, centuries-old handwriting.

A Parish of Historical Significance

Leckhamstead is more than just a quiet village; it was home to individuals who shaped the course of English history. Owning these registers allows you to place your ancestors within the context of these notable events and figures.

The most famous family associated with the parish were the Giffords, who were Lords of the Manor of Leckhamstead for centuries. The most illustrious of these was:

Sir William Gifford (c. 1610- c. 1665): A prominent and daring Royalist naval commander during the English Civil War. As a devoted supporter of King Charles I, Sir William led privateering expeditions against Parliamentarian forces, causing significant disruption. He was a powerful and influential figure in the region, and his life would have been well-known to every resident of Leckhamstead. He was buried in the churchyard at St. Mary's, Leckhamstead.
What does this mean for your research? Your ancestors may have been tenants on the Gifford estate, servants in their manor house, or simply neighbours who witnessed the local impact of the Civil War. These registers provide the names of the people who lived through these turbulent times alongside one of the county's most notable figures.

Begin Your Journey into the Past
Don't let your family's story remain untold. Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or just beginning to explore your heritage, The Parish Registers of Leckhamstead 1558-1812 is your essential guide to discovering the lives of your Buckinghamshire ancestors.

Order your copy today and step into the history of Leckhamstead!