The Parish Registers Of Lustleigh Devon 1631-1837 Bishop's Transcripts 1608-1811

Unlock Your Devonshire Legacy: The Parish Registers of Lustleigh (1631-1837)

Journey back over two centuries of life, love, and legend in the heart of Devon.

Are your roots woven into the rich, green tapestry of the English West Country? Do you suspect your ancestors walked the ancient, leafy lanes of a village nestled in a valley, surrounded by folklore and history? It's time to turn suspicion into certainty.

Presenting the definitive collection for any Lustleigh descendant or Devon historian: The Parish Registers of Lustleigh, 1631-1837, and the Bishop's Transcripts, 1608-1811. This meticulously compiled and fully indexed resource is your key to unlocking the stories of your forebears, from the English Civil War to the reign of Queen Victoria.

What You Will Discover Inside:
This essential genealogical trove contains the transcribed records of St. John the Baptist Church, providing an unbroken chain of your family's pivotal moments:

Parish Registers (1631-1837): Detailed entries of Baptisms, Marriages, and Burials, recording the names of your ancestors, their parents, spouses, and sometimes even their occupations.

Bishop's Transcripts (1608-1811): An invaluable bonus! These are annual copies of the parish records sent to the diocese. They can fill in gaps, clarify difficult-to-read entries, and provide an alternative source when the original register is damaged or missing.

Imagine finding the baptism of your 7x great-grandfather in 1685, the marriage of your 4x great-grandparents in 1762, or the burial record of a long-lost branch of the family. These aren't just names; they are the echoes of real lives.

More Than Just Names: A Village Steeped in Myth

The people recorded in these registers did not live in a vacuum. They were a community surrounded by the wild beauty and ancient mystery of the Lustleigh Cleave. Their world was one where fact and folklore were intertwined. As you trace your family, you'll also be walking through a landscape of legend:

The Lustleigh Stump: Your ancestors knew this gnarled, ancient oak tree, a village landmark for over a thousand years. Local legend claims it marks the centre of Devon and is a meeting place for fae folk on moonlit nights. Did your ancestors whisper tales of its magical properties as they passed it on the way to the fields?

The Green Man of the Church: Within the very church where these events were recorded, your ancestors would have gazed upon the ancient carving of the Green Man. This pagan symbol of rebirth and nature, peering out from a 15th-century roof boss, is a powerful reminder of the deep, pre-Christian roots of this land. Were your family among those who balanced the old ways with the new faith?

Ghosts of the Cleave: The deep, wooded valley of the Lustleigh Cleave has long been a source of spooky tales. Stories of a phantom monk, a spectral "White Lady" searching for a lost love, and the ghostly sounds of a long-vanished mill have been passed down through generations. Perhaps these were the fireside stories your ancestors told to their children.

This collection allows you to connect your family tree not just to a place, but to its very soul.

Fully indexed by surname for instant searching.
Introduction to the history of the parish and its notable landmarks.

Don't let your Lustleigh heritage remain a mystery. Whether you are a seasoned genealogist looking to break down a brick wall or a beginner taking the first step on your family history journey, these records are an indispensable resource.

Order your copy now and step into the world of your Devonshire ancestors—a world of parish records, and of pagan legends, of sturdy stone cottages, and of ghostly whispers in the Cleave.