The Parish Registers Of Llanyblodwel Shropshire 1599-1812

Unlock the Secrets of the Welsh Marches: The Parish Registers of Llanyblodwel, Shropshire (1599-1812)

Step into a world where history and legend intertwine.

In a land where the ancient earthworks of Offa's Dyke mark the rugged frontier between England and Wales, and the River Tanat carves its path through verdant valleys, lies the parish of Llanyblodwel. This is a place steeped in myth and memory, a landscape once roamed by Saxon kings and Welsh saints. It is said that the wild Saxon lord, Wild Edric, whose spirit is fated to awaken when England is in peril, once held sway over these very hills.

This is the backdrop against which the real-life stories of your ancestors unfolded. Now, you can hold their history in your hands.

Beyond the legends lie the true stories.

This meticulously compiled volume presents the surviving parish registers of Llanyblodwel, spanning over two centuries of turbulent and transformative history, from the final years of Elizabeth I to the Napoleonic Wars. Within these pages, the names of farmers, soldiers, weavers, and blacksmiths are etched—not as fables, but as the flesh-and-blood people who shaped this unique borderland community.

Discover the legends woven into the fabric of the parish:

The Saint and the Sacred Well: The parish is dedicated to St. Blodwel (or Bladud), a 6th-century Welsh princess and saint. Local lore speaks of her healing powers and a sacred well whose waters were said to cure ailments. Your ancestors' baptisms and marriages were celebrated in the very church that bears her name, under the shadow of these ancient beliefs.

The Giant's Grave & Offa's Dyke: The great Dyke runs near the village, a monument to a king's ambition. Local myth assigned such monumental works to giants. Did your ancestors look upon this earthwork and whisper tales of the colossal beings who built it, or did they see it as a very real and present boundary marking their world?

The Whispering Stones: While not in Llanyblodwel itself, the chilling legend of the Devil's Chair at the nearby Stiperstones was part of the regional folklore. On stormy nights, it was said the Devil would sit upon his throne and hurl stones at the valley below. Imagine your 17th-century ancestors hearing these tales, their faith a bulwark against the fearsome superstitions of the age.

What you will find inside this essential genealogical record:

Baptisms (1599-1812): Discover the names of children born into the parish, often with the crucial details of their parents' names and abodes.
Marriages (1599-1812): Trace the unions of families, find the names of brides and grooms, and identify witnesses who may have been siblings or close kin.
Burials (1599-1812): Mark the end of lives, find death dates, and sometimes ages, helping to confirm identities and build out family branches.
A Complete Index: A comprehensive index of names allows for quick and easy searching, making your research efficient and productive.
Historical Context: An introduction that sets the scene, describing the unique geography and history of this fascinating border parish.

Who is this book for?

The Genealogist: If you have roots in Shropshire or the Welsh borders, this is an indispensable primary source for breaking down brick walls and confirming family lines.
The Local Historian: Gain unparalleled insight into the social fabric, naming patterns, and population changes of a quintessential Marcher parish over 200 years.
The Descendant: Connect with your heritage on a profound level. Walk in the footsteps of your ancestors, from their baptism at the font of the historic church (famously re-imagined by the Victorian architect Thomas Penson) to their final resting place in its tranquil churchyard.
Don't let your ancestors remain shadows in the mist of the Marches.

Order your copy of The Parish Registers of Llanyblodwel, Shropshire (1599-1812) today and begin the journey of discovery. Uncover the names, dates, and stories of your family, and set them against the epic, legendary landscape they called home.