Phillimore Cornwall Parish Register Marriages Vols 1-26

The Definitive Phillimore Cornwall Parish Register Marriages Collection (Vols 1-26)

Are your roots anchored in the rugged cliffs and windswept moors of Cornwall? Do you hear the call of the sea and the echo of miners' songs in your family's past? Now, you can trace the footsteps of your ancestors with the most comprehensive and respected collection of Cornish marriage records ever compiled.

The Phillimore Cornwall Parish Register Marriages, Volumes 1-26 is the cornerstone for any serious research into Cornish family history. For centuries, these parish registers were the only official record of the lives of ordinary people. Meticulously transcribed and published by the esteemed Phillimore & Co., this collection unlocks the unions that formed the very fabric of Cornish society.

What You'll Discover Inside
This essential 26-volume set provides direct access to the original marriage entries, typically spanning from the mid-16th century up to 1812 (and in some cases, beyond). Within these pages, you will find:

The Full Names of the bride and groom, your direct link to two family lines.
The Exact Date of the marriage ceremony.
The Parish where the marriage took place, grounding your family in a specific place and time.
Invaluable Clues: Many entries also include the residence of the couple, their occupations, and the names of witnesses—often close family members who can help you expand your family tree.

Why This Collection is Indispensable for Your Research

Break Down Brick Walls: Find the missing maiden names of female ancestors that will unlock entire new branches of your family tree.
Authoritative & Accurate: Trust the renowned quality of Phillimore transcriptions, used by professional genealogists and local historians for decades.
Save Time and Effort: No need to travel to distant archives. This collection brings the original record office to your fingertips.

Comprehensive Coverage: Spanning dozens of parishes across Cornwall, from the fishing coves of the coast to the mining heartlands of the north, this is the ultimate resource for Cornish ancestry.
Walk in the Footsteps of Cornwall's Famous Sons and Daughters
While these registers chronicle the lives of everyday Cornish folk—the miners, fishermen, farmers, and merchants who built the county—they also provide the backdrop for the lives of some of its most famous residents. Your ancestors may have been their neighbours, witnesses to their family's unions, or part of the same community that shaped their destiny.

Within the parishes covered by these volumes, you can discover the world that shaped:

Sir Humphry Davy (1778-1829): The pioneering chemist and inventor of the Davy lamp, born in Penzance. The marriage of his parents, Robert Davy and Grace Millett, is recorded in the local registers of this era.

Daphne du Maurier (1907-1989): The celebrated author of Rebecca and Jamaica Inn, who drew endless inspiration from the landscape and lore around her home in Fowey. These records tell the story of the real people who inhabited the moors and coves she immortalized.

Richard Trevithick (1771-1833): The brilliant inventor of the high-pressure steam engine, a key figure in the Industrial Revolution born and raised in the mining parish of Illogan. His ancestors and neighbours are all part of this rich tapestry.

John Wesley (1703-1791): Though not Cornish born, Wesley's influence in Cornwall was immense. He preached across the county, and the Methodist movement took root in the very parishes recorded here. Your ancestors may have been among the thousands who flocked to hear him speak.

William Golding (1911-1993): Nobel Prize-winning author of Lord of the Flies, born in Newquay. His family's Cornish roots stretch back through generations recorded in these very parish books.

Vol 1 Advent 1676-1801, Davidstow 1676-1811, Forrabury 1676-1812, Lanteglos 1558-1812, Lesnewth 1569-1811, Michaelstow 1548-1812, Minster 1676-1812, Otterham 1683-1811, St. Breward 1558-1812, St. Clether 1640-1811, St. Juliot 1656-1812, St. Teath 1558-1812, Trevalga 1539-1812

Vol 2 Egloskerry 1574-1812, Laneast 1680-1812, Lanivet 1608-1812, Phillack 1572-1812, St. Mabyn 1562-1812, St. Tudy 1560-1812, Tintagel 1588-1812, Tremaine 1674-1812

Vol 3 Gwithian 1560-1812, St. Buryan 1654-1812, St. Just in Penwith 1599-1812, St. Levan 1694-1812, St. Sennen 1699-1812, Towednack 1676-1812

Vol 4 Blisland 1539-1812, Cardynham 1675-1812, Endellion 1684-1812, Helland 1677-1812, Lanhydrock 1559-1812, St. Merryn 1688-1812, St. Minver 1559-1812, Warleggan 1547-1812

Vol 5 Ludgvan 1563-1812, Sancreed 1559-1812, St. Breage 1559-1812, St. Germoe 1674-1812

Vol 6 Egloshayle 1600-1812, Padstow 1599-1812, St. Kew 1564-1812, St. Sampson 1568-1812, Withiel 1568-1811

Vol 7 Manaccan 1633-1812, Mawnan 1558-1812, Mylor 1673-1812, Perranarworthal 1570-1812, St. Sithney 1605-1812, Stythians 1614-1812

Vol 8 Fowey 1568-1812, Lostwithiel 1609-1812, Luxulyan 1594-1812, St. Cleer 1678-1812, Tywardreath 1642-1812

Vol 9 Paul 1595-1812, St. Hilary 1676-1812, St. Uny Lelant 1679-1812, Zennor 1617-1802

Vol 10 Lanlivery 1602-1812, Menheniot 1554-1812, St. Ewe 1560-1812, St. Stephen's in Brannel 1681-1812, St. Winnow 1622-1812

Vol 11 Bodmin 1559-1812, Lezant 1539-1812, St. Wenn 1678-1812

Vol 12 Gulval 1683-1772, Gwinear 1560-1812, Madron 1674-1812, Morvah 1617-1772

Vol 13 Budock 1653-1812, St. Colan 1665-1811, St. Gluvias 1599-1812

Vol 14 Lewannick 1675-1812, St. Columb Minor 1560-1812, St. Issey 1596-1812, St. Ives 1653-1812, St. Mawgan in Meneage 1563-1812

Vol 15 Constantine 1571-1812, Perranuthnoe 1589-1812, St. Martin in Meneage 1571-1812, Wendron 1560-1812

Vol 16 Lanherne 1710-1834, Perranzabulo 1619-1812, St. Columb Major 1781-1812, St. Crantock 1552-1812, St. Cubert 1608-1812, St. Ervan 1602-1812, St. Eval 1631-1812, St. Mawgan in Pydar 1608-1812, St. Newlyn in Pydar 1559-1812, St. Petrock Minor 1620-1812

Vol 17 Boyton 1568-1804, Linkinhorne 1575-1812, Morwinstow 1558-1812, Pillaton 1557-1812, Roche 1578-1812, South Petherwyn 1656-1812, St. Mellion 1558-1812

Vol 18 Crowan 1674-1812, St. Agnes 1596-1837, St. Allen 1611-1812, St. Breock 1561-1812

Vol 19 Camborne 1538-1812, Redruth 1614-1812

Vol 20 Botus Fleming 1550-1812, Enoder 1707-1709, Kilkhampton 1539-1812, Poughill 1537-1812, St. Anthony in Meneage 1726-1811, St. Enoder 1571-1812, St. Erme 1614-1812, St. Erth 1563-1812

Vol 21 Helston 1599-1812, Landrake 1583-1837, Landulph 1541-1812, St. Erney 1555-1811, Stratton 1674-1812

Vol 22 Kea 1653-1812, Kenwyn 1559-1812, Tregony with Cuby 1661-1812

Vol 23 Cornelly 1679-1811, Ladock 1686-1813, Launcells 1642-1812, Marhamchurch 1558-1812, Probus 1636-1812, St. Veryan 1676-1812

Vol 24 Launceston 1559-1812, St. Keverne 1608-1812

Vol 25 Grade 1674-1812, Gwennap 1660-1812, Jacobstow 1656-1812, Landewednack 1654-1812, Poundstock 1615-1814, Ruan Major 1681-1812, Ruan Minor 1667-1812, Treneglos 1682-1809, Warbstow 1683-1812, Week St. Mary 1602-1812

Vol 26 Creed 1611-1837, Gerrans 1538-1837, Philleigh 1613-1837, Ruan Lanyhorne 1608-1836, Saint Michael Penkivel 1577-1837, St. Clement 1538-1837, St. Just in Roseland 1538-1837