The Parish Registers Of Fillongley St Mary & All Saints 1539-1653

The Parish Registers of Fillongley St Mary & All Saints 1539-1653

A Genealogical Treasure from the Heart of Warwickshire

Uncover your ancestral roots with this meticulously transcribed collection of parish records from the historic village of Fillongley. These rare documents span over a century of English history, from the tumultuous reign of Henry VIII through the English Civil War, ending just after the execution of Charles I.

What You'll Discover Inside
This comprehensive collection contains:

Baptisms and Births (1539-1653)
Marriages and Banns (1539-1653)
Burials and Deaths (1539-1653)
Notable Entries marking significant historical events
Parish Notes providing context for unusual entries
Each entry has been carefully transcribed by our team of expert genealogists, maintaining the original spelling conventions while ensuring modern readability.

Historical Context
The registers begin during the English Reformation, when Thomas Cromwell mandated that all parishes record baptisms, marriages, and burials. These documents survived the religious upheavals of the 16th century, the destruction of the Civil War, and the Great Fire of London's impact on record-keeping.

Fillongley itself, nestled in the Warwickshire countryside, was an agricultural community with iron working industries that contributed to England's growing military might. The registers reflect both the ordinary lives of villagers and the extraordinary events that shaped the nation.

Local Myths and Legends
As you explore these registers, you'll encounter references to local folklore that has been passed down through generations:

The Hidden Treasure of St Mary's
During the Civil War, Parliamentarian troops reportedly plundered Fillongley Manor. The Royalist family, the Wightmans, supposedly hid their family silver and jewels somewhere in the church before fleeing. The burial register of 1650 contains a mysterious entry for "a stranger found frozen in the churchyard, clutching a strange key." To this day, treasure hunters occasionally seek permission to search the church grounds, though no treasure has ever been found.

Why These Records Matter
These parish registers are more than just lists of names and dates. They represent:

Perfect For:
Genealogists with Warwickshire ancestry
Local historians studying the English Midlands
Academic researchers of early modern England
Writers seeking authentic historical details
Anyone fascinated by the intersection of ordinary lives and extraordinary events
Don't miss this opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of Fillongley's past. These registers offer a window into a world that shaped modern Britain, where myth and reality intertwine in the stories of our ancestors.

Order your copy today and begin your journey into the past!