Julie, Further to my comments in your visitors book. If there is an interest I can send some attachments at a later date (I'll need some help to do this) Meantime some family names, dates and addresses all in Wardle Mother Janet Rudd b1907 Grandparents Frank Rudd, Rebecca (Dearden) c1875 G'Grandparents Charles Rudd, Mary (Fairburn) c1835 Simon Dearden, Jane (Stott) G'G'Grandparents John Rudd, Dinah (Leach) c1800-1810 George Fairburn, (Sally Wilkinson) Charles Dearden, Martha (Bamford) John Stott, Ann (Crossley) Various addresses Pemmin, Bullgreen, Earst Top, Lower Dobbin, Whitaker Mill, Wardle Fold, Bank, Hey Barn, Ramsden Road. All taken from the Census returns. Do these names hold good today I wonder? My the way I was born in (or at) Birch Hill. My parents moved away when I was a small child. I've never been back to Wardle. I would like to visit sometime to look at Parish records. Roger Riley |
Looking for my grandfather William Hardman b. 11/19/1888 St Helen's England and his sister Nellie Hardman born 1891 St Helen's they lived at 15 Stanhope Street children of John Hardman and Annie (Whittle) Hardman.I have about given up on finding William but am now looking for Nellie. Any information would be very appreciated. Thanks Nancy |
HI I AM TRYING TO LOCATE OR TRACE MY HUSBANDS FATHER. His name is Graham Ian Whitworth and was born 1948 in Rochdale and we have been told by my husbands mother that he had a brother by the name of Micheal and we think a sister by the name of Christina his brother Micheal we know had twin sons. Graham Ian Whitworth we understand emigrated to Australia in the 1970s. My husbands name is Justin and my name is Sharon and we have just had twin sons ourselves 12/04/2005 so therefore would like Graham to know he is a Grandfather. CAN YOU HELP????????????? Sharon |
I'm seeking information about the family of William Butterworth (c1793-1837) and Mary Leach (c1796-1858). According to the IGI at least one of their sons, Robert Leach Butterworth, was born in Wardle(worth?) in 1826. Other sons are John Leach Butterworth, Benjamin and Robert. It is probably fair bet the the latter two also had Leach as a second name. Thanks, Ros |
Currently tracing my family history and have discovered that my Gt Gt Grandparents came from Wardle and Smallbridge, if anybody can assist I'd be grateful. Lawrence Walmsley Born:10 Feb 1851 - Wardle, Lancashire Died: 14 Jan 1904 - Bretherton, Lancashire Sally Bamford Born: 22 Jan 1845 - Smallbridge, Lancashire Bapt: 18 May 1845 - St John, Smallbridge, Lancashire Died: 30 Nov 1910 - Bretherton, Lancashire Lawrence's father John Walmsley was born abt 1825 in Burnley but moved to Wardle and on the Census's is listed as a Farmer of 10 Acres. His Mother was Mary Walmsley (Nee Higgin) who was also born in Burnley abt 1820. Unfortunately I have as yet been unable to locate Sally's parents, If anybody can help then please contact me. Many Thanks Nigel W. Walmsley |
Need help finding my greatgrandfather. He was a Rochdale millowner, who build streets of houses to accommodate his work force. These streets said to be name after his two daughters. He also owned jewellers' shops. Don't know his name, but I can complete the fascinating history from 1876, when I find it! Think his mill was probably in Wardle, because his partner (my great-grandmother, Frances Lord) was a cotton warper and must have walked to work. Frances remained a friend of the family for life. My great-grandfather recognised my (illegitimate) grandfather, his son (Joseph), who was born in 1876 at 12, Cromwell Street in the Heywood Ward. Great-grandfather paid for his lodgings and upkeep, first with Joseph Bamford, at 7, Dixon Yard, Wardleworth. Here, he is listed as Joseph Bamford's 'granson' (sic). Joe Lord's mother and half-sister, Alice Hannah Lord, lived at 1, Thompson Yard, Elliott Street. So - can anyone tell me: who was my great-grandfather, because my second cousin, descended from Alice and now living in California, is also trying to find him. And what was the name of his mill? Many thanks, Jean Holmes |
I am trying to trace my great grandfather James Thomas Hollows who was born in Wardle. his father also came from Wardle and James had a sister called Bertha Are there any Hollows out in Wardle still living that can link in with this family. James Thomas Hollows married a lady called Mary Alice and they had 3 girls Amy, Nellie and Mary Alice who is my grandmother. they lived around Spotland on College Bank can anyone help? Elsie Crombie |
HI spent a few summers in Wardle as a child visiting my Gran who had moved there from Glasgow. Unfortunately Gran is no longer with us but it got me thinking about friends I had down there. I'm looking for Brett Davies who lived in Alpine Drive. We were great friends and I'd love to know what he's up to now. If anyone knows him could they please pass on my email address. Thankyou very much. Ruth Ruane |
I was wondering if you could help me. I have some names from Milnrow and Rochdale whom I can not find much information on. Somewhere, there is an important relation to me. My grandmother, Annie Gee was born in Romiley, 1890. Her mother was Martha Kenyon. I believe Martha was born in 1860-1861, either Cheshire, or Lancashire. Possibly in Castleton, Lancs. Martha died in 1897( Newton Godley ) and her husband, Edwin Gee, remarried to Mary Ann Fletcher, wife of deceased Simon Fletcher, in 1899. Mary Ann was the daughter of Joe and Margaret Band. Somewhere down the line, there is a Whitehead, Kenyon, Gee connection. My grandmother emigrates to the United States in 1912 with a woman named Rachel Cryer, born in Milnrow. Rachel is listed on the ships list as Annie's mother. Rachel lists her next of kin as James (?) Whitehead of Dyer Street in Milnrow. The passenger list, departing from Liverpool to New York, states for Rachel: Cryer, Rachel United Kingdom, English (born Milnrow) Providence, U. S. A. March 10, 1912 42yFM ( widowed, I believe ) Baltic I believe Rachel Cryer was born Rachel Whitehead, daughter of John ( Milnrow) and Jane (Newhey) Whitehead, of Butterworth, Lancs. ( 1881 census ) Everything is very fuzzy. I believe there is a Kenyon, Whitehead connection and my grandmother was either living with the Whiteheads, Kenyons, or a sibling of Edwin Gee after her fathers remarriage.She and Mary Ann Fletcher did not get along, and I believe Annie left her fathers home, probably involuntarily, shortly after the marriage, she was only 9 when her father remarried. Is there any possibility of connecting with somebody who may be familiar with any history or records of these families? I would love to know where my grandmother, Annie Gee, was living after her fathers' re marriage. Who the kindly people wewre were who took her in and raised her until she met her future husband, Sam Woodhead, who was living in Stalybridge with his family, while my grandmother was bounced around after her biological mothers' death, whomever it was, they did a good job, as her life was pretty much settled down here in the United States. Would you have any clues, or be aware of someone who may have? Thank you for your time. Ruth Beck |
My name is Susan Peach and I have 2 connections with Wardle. My Father, Clifford Haigh, was Clerk to the council during the war and until 1950, when he moved to become Clerk to the Council at Milnrow. I still have the desk he was given as a leaving present. My Mother Lizzie's grandparents were Martha and Joshua Greenwood and they came from Cornholme on their marraige to farm at Higher Dobbin,this would have been around 1865, Great Grandad, Joshua died aged 56 and Martha moved to 25 Alfred Street, Littleborough. They had around 13 children but only 5 survived. Their eldest daughter, Susey Hetty married Abraham Mills and they were my grandparents. Incidentally Abraham was the first person to stand as a Labour candidate in the local elections in Littleborough I think he got 28 votes ! With reference to the Suffolk connection, My Dad's grandparents on his Mother's side came from there and he always said he would find where they came from. He never got round to it and though he died in 1986, it gave me a lot of pleasure to be able to say,3 years ago when I stood in a little church in Rickinghall, "I've found them Dad". If you were to check the census forms youd find dozens of people from Suffolk came to the area in the 1850's and 1860's They came to find work, because where they lived although beautiful, had no industry, so when the mills were built the men seemed to come up, find jobs and a home then send for their families. I moved last year from Rochdale to the Highlands of Scotland, I have 4 daughters, 8 grandchildren and they are ALL aware of their Wardle, Littleborough and Cornholme connections ( also Suffolk) Does anyone remember the Haigh Family or the Greenwoods( this I think would be doubtful), but if anyone knows anything aout Higher Dobbin I would be delighted to hear about it, I'd also like to know more about the commemorative wood. As there is no memorial to my parents. Thank you Susan E Peach |
Greetings from Hobart Tasmania. (the island state which hangs off the south-eastern corner of Australia) You might be interested in the following. My mother's maiden name was Cook. I have a copy of the Cook family tree which goes back to the Suffolk village of Polstead in 1635. My great-great grandfather, Thomas Cook of Suffolk came to Australia early in the 19th Century. The family tree notes a brother, Robert Keningale Cook to have been a dean of Colchester cathedral. A cousin, doing some family history research found the death notice of Thomas Cook in a copy of a Sydney newspaper of the time, circa 1875. It noted that the deceased was the 'brother of Rev R K Cook of Rochdale UK.' Rochdale is a long way from Suffolk. I have always been fascinated by the name, Keningale. My name is Kenneth Robert and I have always joked that if ever I wanted a nom de plume it would be Robert Keningale. A few month ago I typed Keningale into the Google search site and found the website of St James church, Wardle. There I learned how RK Cook, as rector of Smallbridge decided Wardle should have its own church and set about raising the funds to build one. It was a bit of family history I came across unexpectedly and gratefully. Co-incidentally, our pastor at the church we attend in Hobart is Mr Wardle!! Keningale was the maiden name of Thomas and Robert Cook's grandmother, Mary. Thank you for your site on present day Wardle. Very interesting. Sincerely yours, Ken Short |
I thoroughly enjoyed a wander around your site and town .The photographs were terrific and the site very informative. I was saddened to see that the church was being made into apartments. Will the graveyard be protected? I have been researching my family tree, (a difficult task from Australia) however I knew that my great grandfather was born in Wardle. Although he died in Oldham,my Mum always told me that he was buried in Wardle. Do you know if there a record or register of gravestone inscriptions anywhere? I now have my great granddads birth and death certificates. My great Grandad's name was Silvester Royds and he was born in Wardle Fold on 19.2.1855 and died in Shaw Oldham on 28th June 1902 aged 47 years. He was married to Mary Cheetham born 15.1.1856 in Shawclough Brow Spotland. I now know from the certificates that his parents were John Royds who gave his occupation as a Green Grocer of Wardle Fold and Sarah Royds ( formerly Lord). I will be visiting Wardle in a few months time and would like to make an effort to look for the grave of Silvester or his wife Mary or his parents John and Sarah Royds. Do you know what the" Fold" means at the end of Wardle? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Kindest Regards Alison |
In researching my grandmother's Usher family from Rochdale, I have come across the following information, but I am always looking for more William Usher had 2 children born in Ireland - Bridget (abt 1856) and Joseph Michael (abt 1854) and 2 born in Scotland - Edward (abt 1859) and John (abt 1860). The William Usher family emigrated from Ireland to Scotland between 1856 and 1859, later moving south to Lancashire England by 1881 William Usher was deceased prior to the 1881 UK census. There is a death listed for a William Usher in Salford (Manchester) in 1874, but I do not know if it is applicable. Son Joseph Usher was known to have married Elizabeth O'Hara and lived in Todmorden and Bacup. Joseph Usher was known to have died by drowning in the Manchester Canal. In the 1881 Lancashire census, Widow Bridget Usher is shown with her unmarried daughter (also) Bridget and reamining unmarried son Edward living in Wardleworth, Lancs Edward Usher and Catherine Welsh had 13 children, of which only the 3 oldest girls lived to adulthood. Margaret, Mary Ellen and Bridget Agnes (Beatrice). I have no record of the other names or the burial locations of the other 10 children There was a family oral history that said the Edward Usher emigrated in 1900 to America where he obtained work in Princeton New Jersey as an Iron Worker. The remaining members of his family, wife-Catherine and daughters Margaret, Mary and Bridget, emigrated a few years later, following him to Philadelphia in 1908 it seems they were constantly moving within the area In 1881, Edward Usher was with his mother and sister at 8 North lane In 1884, a daughter Margaret was born with the address listed as 1 castle terrace In 1901 they were living at 14 Samuels Court Edwards wife - Catherine Usher's maiden name was Welsh and she listed her place of birth as Newcastle on Tyne I can find none of these 3 different street locations listed on any current internet map sites for Rochdale/Wardle or Wardleworth If anyone has any information on what happened to the daughter, Bridget Usher or other information on this Usher family, I would appreciate hearing from them. Regards, Ben MacDonald Glendale, AZ |
JAMES GREENWOOD,ROADS FARM I AM RESEARCHING JAMES GREENWOOD (MY GT.GT.UNCL) AND HIS CONNECTION WITH ROADS FARM.DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THE HISTORY OF ROADS FARM,BEFORE HIS DEATH IN 1897?ALSO ARE THERE ANY RECORDS OF GRAVESTONE INSCRIPTIONS FOR WARDLE CHURCH AND CHAPEL? GEOFF GREENWOOD |
Can anyone help me with research into my grandfathers past. His name was Harold Vincent Shepherd ( b:1900) and he was married to a Lizzie Turner and had 4 sons, Eric, Frank, Geoff & Alan. My grandfather had a cobblers/barber shop in Smithy Bridge village in the 1940/50's and i believe was a charactor. I know that his father (through birth certificates) was a gentleman known as John and married a lady called Mary Jackson in 1875 and that they both worshipped at St James Church in Wardle (grave found there). Any information would gratefully be received. Thankyou Sue Coulter (nee Shepherd) |
My grandfather Farrow Tattersall was born in Wuerdle and Wardle in 1866 and he lived at 183 Bull Green,Wardle. He married Lillie Bamford daughter of Henry Bamford who, I think , was the brother of John Stott's wife whose name I do not know. I also understand that John Stott raised one of Henry Bamfords children either Amelia or Florence. I was told by my mother that Henry Bamford was the original owner of the mill and that John Stott ultimately owned it. My name is Gordon Bamford Nute, the Bamford came from my grandmother Lillie. My grandparents Farrow Tattersall , Lillie and my mother Maud came to the US in 1900. Henry Bamfords was married to a Mary A. Ramsbottom I have seen a web site with great quantities of information on John Stott but I gathered that it was mostly bills etc from the mill. I know that this doesn't give you a lot of info but if you can direct me, I am anxious to find out more about my relatives. I was one of the fly boys who was over there during the war. The men who were in my Bomb Group developed a web site that you might find interesting however it is not pertinent but we are proud of. www.303rdBGA.com The best to you. Gordon Bamford Nute |
My name is Michael H. Knapp, I was born in Wardle in November 1945, my mother's maiden name was Daniels, her parents names were Thomas and Agatha. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who knows some of the history. Thanks Michael H. Knapp San Diego, CA |
Hello, I found your excellent site by accident! You may be able to help me. I live in the North-East, so don`t know the Wardle area. My Greatx2grandparents were publicans at the FullerArms, Wardle, circa1890`s and probably later.I`d love to know whether it still exists (even as Slug and Cabbage or???) Prior to this,my Great-grandfather was an Engineer in a cotton mill,living at Bull Green with a large family,all mill-workers,even as young as 10 yrs.old. Rumours in family, connection to JAMES or JOHN KAY (same name) who invented the Flying Shuttle in 1730`s. No evidence of this,or information before 1881 Census. My Grandmother was Hannah Kay Ashworth,(a nurse)she married a WW1 wounded soldier and they returned to his home in Yorkshire.Family obviously proud of KAY surname.KAYS and ASHWORTHS all from Rochdale area, I would love to hear of anyone researching same families. Many thanks, Margaret. P.S. My father reputedly sat on Gracie Fields knee as a small boy, at some Rochdale mill. |
I have not been able to visit Wardle but I have ancestors from the village. Thomas Coupe and his family lived in Wardle Mill on the 1881 census. He worked in a coal mine and was born in St James Wardle. If anyone can give me any details on where Wardle mill is/was situated, or if anyone has seen Coupe graves in the churchyard, I would love any information. Also does anyone know what mines were in the area? Great site I hope you get good support. Linda Bruce |
I am searching for information about my mothers family who had a farm in Wardle Hustid Nook. My mother is Mary and she had 2 sisters Nellie and Cissie and 5 brothers Herbert John Albert Fred and Jim, my grandparents of which I know very little off where Herbert and Janice. If anyone could forward information relating to the Hardmans and if possible the names of my great grandparents it would be very much appreciated. Regards Eddie |
I am researching the Butterworth family who lived in Wardle in the 1850's. Elizabeth Ann was born at 1 Water Lane to James Butterworth and his wife Jane Butterworth (also her maiden name). James father was James and Jane's father was Robert. Would love to here from anyone who may be connected or has any information. Colleen |
I am looking for Clough. My grandfather was Arthur Clough and he did live in and around Wardle (or Weurdle as it was once known) His parents were William Clough & Sarah Ann Woolfenden m 25 Dec 1872. John Willie Woolfenden b 1871 (obviously born out of wedlock but I am not sure if William is the 'natural' father.) Martha Ann Clough b 1873 Arthur Clough b 30 May 1875 (my grandfather, m Margaret Doheny 1906 although I have heard there may have been another wife before Margaret) Betty/Betsy Clough b 1878 Frank Clough b 1880 By the way, through your web site I did actually trace a long lost cousin who now lives in Australia so we have been in touch via email for a couple of months now. Thanks Eileen |
Searching for Stuart Oakes, Born around 1948 in Rochdale. Father was in the Navy, Mother no known whereabouts. Any information would be greatfully accepted. Janet |
I have been researching the ATKINSON family for a few years now , The Atkinson"s have lived around Rochdale area for many years ... Heywood , Bamford cum Birtle ,, and also WUERDLE - WARDLE . plus Rochdale itself. In 1841 Census shows my past family . Great Howarth Parish of Wuedle - Wardle Betty Atkinson 55 William Atkinson ,son, 25 Woolen Carden Thomas Atkinson son 20 Ware house man Joseph Atkinson son 20 Woolen Spinner , Betty was the wife of a William Atkinson . I have no details on William"s marriage or death . William & Betty"s -- son Joseph , went on to marry a Mary Riding , from here I have alot of Family history information . If anyone has more information or are connected to this family by any means and willing to share information . Please contact me at Gary Atkinson |
I am trying to find out more about my grandmother's family. Her name was Sarah Hulme, b 31 oct 1885, Wardle, and she had a brother John Hulme, who married a Florence Clegg. Sarah married John Dorning Hurst, who I am told worked for Wardle Council for a while, but as a Civil Engineer he later worked all around the country, taking his family (my father John Hulme Hurst and his sister Joan Hurst) with him. Joan remembers going to school in Wardle, and I have a book of my grandmother's which was awarded to her in 1909 by Rochdale Education Committee, Technical School. I also have a book which was awarded to Florence Clegg as a music prize in 1907 from Trinity College of Music, Rochdale Centre. I am trying to find out when Sarah Hulme and John Dorning Hurst were married ( I am assuming it was in Wardle) and the names of Sarah Hulme's parents. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Wendy Hurst (Isle of Man) |
STOCK FAMILY, I think some part of my family came from the area around Wardle, but as I live in Australia it is hard to determine connections. I would be very interested to hear any information. Robert Stock |
Information sought about John Malone and his wife Mary Butterworth. They married in about 1838. She was a daughter of John and Sarah Butterworth. John's and Mary's children born in Wardle were, John, William and Mary Molone. Florence M. Gillman |
The Naden/ Nadin family probably originated from the Naden Valley. Benson Naden moved back to Rochdale in the 19th Century and died at Bridge Inn yard, and was buried at Wardle. Any information of the family or Bridge Inn yard would be welcome. Rev. Dennis Nadin |
Family History |
Naden/Nadin Family |
The Naden/ Nadin family probably originated from the Naden Valley. Benson Naden moved back to Rochdale in the 19th Century and died at Bridge Inn yard, and was buried at Wardle. Any information of the family or Bridge Inn yard would be welcome. Rev. Dennis Nadin |
If you are looking for your Ancestors then why not E-mail me with your information to add to this page. |
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Connolly |
We are looking for information on Florence Elizabeth Connolly She was born and raised in Wardle we think. Her father is Henry Connolly and mother Nelly Brown Jack and Karen Oviatt #102 2931 Harding Street Regina, SK S4V 1B9 (306) 569-8340 |
Malone / Butterworth |
Information sought about John Malone and his wife Mary Butterworth. They married in about 1838. She was a daughter of John and Sarah Butterworth. John's and Mary's children born in Wardle were, John, William and Mary Molone. Florence M. Gillman |
Stock |
STOCK FAMILY, I think some part of my family came from the area around Wardle, but as I live in Australia it is hard to determine connections. I would be very interested to hear any information. Robert Stock |
Name Of Wardle Research |
Hulme |
I am trying to find out more about my grandmother's family. Her name was Sarah Hulme, b 31 oct 1885, Wardle, and she had a brother John Hulme, who married a Florence Clegg. Sarah married John Dorning Hurst, who I am told worked for Wardle Council for a while, but as a Civil Engineer he later worked all around the country, taking his family (my father John Hulme Hurst and his sister Joan Hurst) with him. Joan remembers going to school in Wardle, and I have a book of my grandmother's which was awarded to her in 1909 by Rochdale Education Committee, Technical School. I also have a book which was awarded to Florence Clegg as a music prize in 1907 from Trinity College of Music, Rochdale Centre. I am trying to find out when Sarah Hulme and John Dorning Hurst were married ( I am assuming it was in Wardle) and the names of Sarah Hulme's parents. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Wendy Hurst (Isle of Man) |
I have been researching the ATKINSON family for a few years now , The Atkinson"s have lived around Rochdale area for many years ... Heywood , Bamford cum Birtle ,, and also WUERDLE - WARDLE . plus Rochdale itself. In 1841 Census shows my past family . Great Howarth Parish of Wuedle - Wardle Betty Atkinson 55 William Atkinson ,son, 25 Woolen Carden Thomas Atkinson son 20 Ware house man Joseph Atkinson son 20 Woolen Spinner , Betty was the wife of a William Atkinson . I have no details on William"s marriage or death . William & Betty"s -- son Joseph , went on to marry a Mary Riding , from here I have alot of Family history information . If anyone has more information or are connected to this family by any means and willing to share information . Please contact me at Gary Atkinson |
Atkinson |
Oakes |
Searching for Stuart Oakes, Born around 1948 in Rochdale. Father was in the Navy, Mother no known whereabouts. Any information would be greatfully accepted. Janet |
Clough |
I am looking for Clough. My grandfather was Arthur Clough and he did live in and around Wardle (or Weurdle as it was once known) His parents were William Clough & Sarah Ann Woolfenden m 25 Dec 1872. John Willie Woolfenden b 1871 (obviously born out of wedlock but I am not sure if William is the 'natural' father.) Martha Ann Clough b 1873 Arthur Clough b 30 May 1875 (my grandfather, m Margaret Doheny 1906 although I have heard there may have been another wife before Margaret) Betty/Betsy Clough b 1878 Frank Clough b 1880 By the way, through your web site I did actually trace a long lost cousin who now lives in Australia so we have been in touch via email for a couple of months now. Thanks Eileen |
Butterworth |
I am researching the Butterworth family who lived in Wardle in the 1850's. Elizabeth Ann was born at 1 Water Lane to James Butterworth and his wife Jane Butterworth (also her maiden name). James father was James and Jane's father was Robert. Would love to here from anyone who may be connected or has any information. Colleen |
Hardman |
I am searching for information about my mothers family who had a farm in Wardle Hustid Nook. My mother is Mary and she had 2 sisters Nellie and Cissie and 5 brothers Herbert John Albert Fred and Jim, my grandparents of which I know very little off where Herbert and Janice. If anyone could forward information relating to the Hardmans and if possible the names of my great grandparents it would be very much appreciated. Regards Eddie |
Coupe |
I have not been able to visit Wardle but I have ancestors from the village. Thomas Coupe and his family lived in Wardle Mill on the 1881 census. He worked in a coal mine and was born in St James Wardle. If anyone can give me any details on where Wardle mill is/was situated, or if anyone has seen Coupe graves in the churchyard, I would love any information. Also does anyone know what mines were in the area? Great site I hope you get good support. Linda Bruce |
Kay / Ashworth |
Hello, I found your excellent site by accident! You may be able to help me. I live in the North-East, so don`t know the Wardle area. My Greatx2grandparents were publicans at the FullerArms, Wardle, circa1890`s and probably later.I`d love to know whether it still exists (even as Slug and Cabbage or???) Prior to this,my Great-grandfather was an Engineer in a cotton mill,living at Bull Green with a large family,all mill-workers,even as young as 10 yrs.old. Rumours in family, connection to JAMES or JOHN KAY (same name) who invented the Flying Shuttle in 1730`s. No evidence of this,or information before 1881 Census. My Grandmother was Hannah Kay Ashworth,(a nurse)she married a WW1 wounded soldier and they returned to his home in Yorkshire.Family obviously proud of KAY surname.KAYS and ASHWORTHS all from Rochdale area, I would love to hear of anyone researching same families. Many thanks, Margaret. P.S. My father reputedly sat on Gracie Fields knee as a small boy, at some Rochdale mill. |
Daniels / Knapp |
My name is Michael H. Knapp, I was born in Wardle in November 1945, my mother's maiden name was Daniels, her parents names were Thomas and Agatha. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who knows some of the history. Thanks Michael H. Knapp San Diego, CA |
Tattersall / Stott / Bamford |
My grandfather Farrow Tattersall was born in Wuerdle and Wardle in 1866 and he lived at 183 Bull Green,Wardle. He married Lillie Bamford daughter of Henry Bamford who, I think , was the brother of John Stott's wife whose name I do not know. I also understand that John Stott raised one of Henry Bamfords children either Amelia or Florence. I was told by my mother that Henry Bamford was the original owner of the mill and that John Stott ultimately owned it. My name is Gordon Bamford Nute, the Bamford came from my grandmother Lillie. My grandparents Farrow Tattersall , Lillie and my mother Maud came to the US in 1900. Henry Bamfords was married to a Mary A. Ramsbottom I have seen a web site with great quantities of information on John Stott but I gathered that it was mostly bills etc from the mill. I know that this doesn't give you a lot of info but if you can direct me, I am anxious to find out more about my relatives. I was one of the fly boys who was over there during the war. The men who were in my Bomb Group developed a web site that you might find interesting however it is not pertinent but we are proud of. www.303rdBGA.com The best to you. Gordon Bamford Nute |
Can anyone help me with research into my grandfathers past. His name was Harold Vincent Shepherd ( b:1900) and he was married to a Lizzie Turner and had 4 sons, Eric, Frank, Geoff & Alan. My grandfather had a cobblers/barber shop in Smithy Bridge village in the 1940/50's and i believe was a charactor. I know that his father (through birth certificates) was a gentleman known as John and married a lady called Mary Jackson in 1875 and that they both worshipped at St James Church in Wardle (grave found there). Any information would gratefully be received. Thankyou Sue Coulter (nee Shepherd) |
Shepherd |
JAMES GREENWOOD,ROADS FARM I AM RESEARCHING JAMES GREENWOOD (MY GT.GT.UNCL) AND HIS CONNECTION WITH ROADS FARM.DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THE HISTORY OF ROADS FARM,BEFORE HIS DEATH IN 1897?ALSO ARE THERE ANY RECORDS OF GRAVESTONE INSCRIPTIONS FOR WARDLE CHURCH AND CHAPEL? GEOFF GREENWOOD |
Greenwood |
Usher |