The Parish Registers Of Street Somerset 1637-1755

The Parish Registers of Street, 1637-1755

Journey back to a time of Civil War, Restoration, and revolution, right in the heart of Somerset.

Are your ancestors from the shadow of Glastonbury Tor? Did they walk the ancient lanes of the village of Street during one of England's most tumultuous centuries? Now, you can hold their stories in your hands. This meticulously transcribed and indexed volume of The Parish Registers of Street, Somerset (1637-1755) is your key to unlocking the doors of the past.

Spanning over 100 years of history, these registers capture the vital moments of life: the joy of baptisms, the solemnity of marriages, and the farewell of burials. They are more than just a list of names; they are the very fabric of a community, recording the lives of your ancestors who lived through the English Civil War, the Great Plague, and the birth of a new Georgian era.

A Genealogist's Treasure Trove
This essential volume provides direct access to the foundational records for your family tree. Within these pages, you will discover:

Baptisms (1637-1755): Trace your lineage back generation by generation. Discover the names of proud parents and godparents, often revealing family alliances and cherished traditions.
Marriages (1637-1755): Unite family lines and find the maiden names of your female ancestors, often the key to breaking down stubborn genealogical "brick walls." See the names of witnesses who stood with your ancestors on their special day.
Burials (1637-1755): Piece together family units and gain insight into the hardships and mortality of the 17th and 18th centuries. These records ground your family history in the reality of the time.

Beyond the Names: The Spirit, Myths, and Legends of Street
Your ancestors didn't live in a vacuum. They were part of a village steeped in history, faith, and folklore. Owning these registers connects you to that rich tapestry.

In the Shadow of Avalon: Street lies perilously close to Glastonbury, the mythical Isle of Avalon. While your ancestors were toiling in the fields or worshipping in the parish church, legends of King Arthur and the Holy Grail were woven into the very soil they tilled. Did they see the Tor as a holy hill, a pagan monument, or simply a landmark on their way to market? These registers place your family at the epicentre of England's greatest mythological landscape.

Whispers of the Quakers & The Clarks: This period saw the rise of the Society of Friends (Quakers) in Somerset, who faced persecution for their beliefs. Street would become a major centre for Quakerism in the 18th century, famously home to the Clark family (of Clarks Shoes). Your ancestors may have been among these early dissenters, their names recorded here as they forged a new path of industry and faith that would one day change the world.

Echoes of a Cobbler's Hammer: While the great Clarks shoe factory would come later, the roots of Street's most famous industry lie in this era. Your ancestor might have been a humble cobbler, a leather worker, or a farmer supplying hides. Imagine the rhythmic tap-tap-tap of a hammer on leather as the soundtrack to your ancestor's life, a sound that would one day define an entire town.

The Legend of the Leper Hospital: Long before this period, Street was home to a hospital run by the monks of Glastonbury Abbey, dedicated to St. Mary Magdalene. Local lore speaks of pilgrims and afflicted souls seeking refuge there. Though the hospital was gone by the 17th century, the memory lingered. Your ancestors walked on land hallowed by centuries of faith, charity, and mystery.

Why These Registers are Indispensable
Break Through Walls: Find that missing link or confirm a family hypothesis.
Build a Richer Narrative: Go beyond names and dates to understand the community your family belonged to.
Expertly Transcribed & Indexed: This edition features a clear, easy-to-read transcription and a comprehensive index of names, saving you countless hours of difficult research.