BUTLEIGH PEOPLE - S

Sainge?

1) Welltron Sainge – a warrant was issued for this person in 1677.

Saint

1) Eliza[beth] Saint b. 1849 Hazelbury Plucknett, dairymaid, d.o. Henry and Elizabeth Saint 71W-86

Eliza served at the Croom's farmhouse in Butleigh Wootton in 1871. Nfi

Salmon

1) Robert Edward Sidney Salmon b. 1831 Paulton, farmer, s.o. Mary Salmon, died 1893 (Dec Q 5c/371 Wells) 61-49

Living at Moorhouse Farm in 1861 was Robert Salmon (30), farming 180 acres, with wife Frances (30) and four of their five children. Georgiana died in 1862 (Mar Q 5c/437 Wells). Robert was with his grandmother Mary Ann Salmon (Land proprietor - b. 1795 Wells) in Wookey in 1861.

This family moved to Wookey by 1871 where they lived at Leaze Farm. However the 'Head' was recorded as being Sidney Salmon with wife Fanny (40 - born Bath) and four children born in Butleigh - Ralph (William) (17), Edward (15), Kate (Fanny) (14) and Mary Ann (12) plus five more born in Wookey, the oldest being eight, suggesting a move there in 1863 at the latest.

The children seem to have taken middle names as first names - very odd. Edward Salmon - born Robert Edward Sidney Salmon was staying with his grandmother Mary Ann Salmon (66), widow, in Wookey in 1861 - hence absent from Butleigh that census. Two servants in the house were Harriet Turner (15) of Butleigh and Ellen Voisey (12) from Wookey.

In 1881 Sidney and Frances lived with Robert Edward, Lucy and Agnes plus Robert Salmon (75) an uncle, and Mary Ann Backhouse (52) an unmarried sister.

Mary Ann became a governess and stayed with her uncle George Hawkins, a publishing clerk, at 22, Ambler Road, Islington by 1881. She was still there in 1891, as a governess, and joined by her sister Elsie (24). In 1891 (Sep Q 1b/355 Islington) she married Arthur Brettell (b. 1849 St. George's Hanover Sq) and by 1911 they had two sons who lived with them at 42, Bowes Rd., Palmers Green, Edmonton Middlesex.

Fanny Kate married Edwin Taylor (b. 1855 Glastonbury) in 1879 (Jun Q 3a/237 Edmonton) and lived in Battersea in 1881, then Hornsea, Middlesex in 1891.

Salter

1) James Salter

Entry in the churchwardens accounts for 1702 states James was paid 'for the gaol and Marshallsea money – 5s 6 1/4d'. The Marshallsea was largely a debtors prison which dated from c. 1329 until closed in 1842.

2) Lydia Salter Chr. 20 Jun 1849 Broadclyst, Devon, d.o. John and Mary Salter 71-81

In 1851 Lydia had lived with her parents on Brimhill Farm, Broadclyst where her father farmed 118 acres and where she was one of 14 children. She was a visitor at the home of William Britton at Water Lane in 1871. Nfi

Salway

[Sawley see Selway]

Sam

1) Francis Sam bur. 5 Oct 1669 Butleigh

2) Thomas Sam whitebaker died 1710

William was churchwarden in 1683 and occurs in the wardens accounts until 1694. He was Overseer of the Poor 1687 and 1703. In the accounts in 1688 is mention of a late Andrew Sam. Thomas paid rates from 1682 – 1710, sometimes jointly with Mary Banton. From 1711-16 the rates were paid by Esther.

DD/S/BT/5/5/8 1] James Sansome of Podimore Milton 2] Thomas Sam of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of Fishwell (3a), in the East field of Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1557).. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1694.

DD/S/BT/7/3/3 - 1] Thomas Sam of Butleigh, whitebaker 2] John Vagg of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of 2a in the East and West fields of Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1709.

DD/S/BT/6/6/5 - 1] John Gregory of Butleigh, yeoman 2] Esther Sam of Butleigh, widow of Thomas Sam, whitebaker Assignment of Jacklett's 2a and Turner's 2a in Westwood, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date range: 1710 - 1711.

Sams

1) William Sams Chr. 24 Feb 1833 Long Sutton, farm servant, s.o. James and Elizabeth Sams 51-30

Living with his parents in 1841, William served on Gilberts Farm in 1851. He married Jane Woods (b. 1838 Long Sutton) in 1856 (Jun Q 5c/783 Langport). In 1861 William lived on Catesgow Farm, Somerton with his wife Jane and two children – George b. 1857 Long Sutton and Edwin b. 1961 Somerton. By 1871 they had returned to Long Sutton where they still were in 1901.

2a) Edward Sams b. 1860 Long Sutton, domestic servant 81-96

2b) John Sams b. 1858 Long Sutton 81-97

These two brothers were the sons of George and Eliza Sams, father a labourer and mother a glover, who lived at Long Sutton in 1871. They worked as servants in 1881, John at Roods Farm and Edward at the Rose & Portcullis. In 1891 they had moved to Lancashire. Edward, a carter, had married Sarah from Somerton and lived at 48, Moor Road, Chorley with her and their adopted son Fred and living with them were John and his wife Mary E. (born Shropshire). Edward, Sarah and Fred remained in Chorley in 1901, as did John and Mary, but now living separately.

Samson – see Sansome

Samways

1) Thomas Samways lived at Moorhouse d. 1649

Bond in £10 DD\SE/48/1 Thos. Symcocks of Littlebridge (co. Dorset), esq., Thos. Samwaies of Butleigh, farmer, and Wm. Kippin of same, parchment-maker, to Wm. Woodhouse, vicar of Butleigh; for the payment of £52 8s. 1638/9

Exchequer E134/1653/Mich5 - John Rocke v. Grace Samways, widow: Vicarage of Budeleigh alias Butleigh, and the lands of Thos. Samwayes (defendant's late husband), lying in Butleigh. Tithes.: Somerset. Date: 1653.

PROB 11/208 Will of Thomas Samwaies Yeoman Butleigh, Somerset. Date: 1649.

1a) Edward Samwayes Chr. 12 Jun 1636 Butleigh died 1678?

'Samwayes' listed amongst the commoners list of 1672. Edward paid rates from 1673-8. In 1677 the Overseers paid the rent of his wife. The widow Ann Samwayes paid rates on a different property in 1681 – 1710. Ann probably took in lodger – in 1682 she was paid for carrying and taking care of the goods of Christopher Osborne. Between 1684-7 she took in and cared for Ann Bakehouse (OOP). She was Overseer of the Poor in 1691.

Sandy

1) Sarah Sandy b. 1804 Glastonbury, servant, died 1870 (Dec Q 5c/429 Wells)? 51W-38, 61W-66

Sarah was the unmarried cousin of Carey Look working as his housekeeper at Hooper's farm in 1851 and noted as his 'visitor' at 40, Wootton in 1861.

Sansom

Samson

1) James Sansom of Podimore b.c. 1650? d. 1713?

Child: James

James Samson/Sansome paid rates from 1672 – 1759/60. Probably father and son. Part of the property went to Thomas Browning in the 1730's

In 1710 James was master to one of the Atwool (Wooll) boy apprentices. (OOP). An Elizabeth Samson received assistance in necessity in 1738/9. (OOP)

DD/S/BT/11/1/12 1] John Gillett of Charlton Mackrell, administrator of John Hutton of Kingweston decd during minority of James Sansome nephew of John Hutton and said James Sansome 2] Ralph Sansome of Cary Fitzpaine, yeoman, brother of James Assignment of a messuage, 9. Date: 1664.

DD/S/BT/11/1/13-14 1] John Champneys the elder of Orchardleigh and John his son by wife Deborah Hippisley decd 2] John Sansome of Cary Fitzpaine and William Looke of Butleigh, yeomen 3] James Sansome, brother of John, and Thomas Looke, brother of William Conveyance in trust Date: 1672.

DD/S/BT/5/5/5 1] James Sansome of Podimore Milton 2] James Chapman of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of 3a close in the West field and 2.5a in the East field of Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1557).. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1680.

DD/S/BT/4/2/13 1] Thomas Chancellor of Butleigh, husbandman and James Samson of Podimore Milton yeoman 2] Ralph Curtice of Butleigh, husbandman Assignment of 1/2a in Upper Whiteland in the South field of Butleigh part Peckham lease (1556). Rent 2d. 1682/3

DD/S/BT/5/6/9 1] James Samson of Podimore Milton 2] Joan Looke of Butleigh Assignment of the 8th lot of Southmoor, Butleigh, in lieu of common belonging to a Peckham lease (1556). Rent 2s. [Tied together with DD/S/BT/5/6/10] 1701 see also DD/S/BT/8/2/1 1701

DD/S/BT/11/2/3 1] James Samson of Podimore Milton, yeoman 2] John Squier of Somerton, carpenter Assignment of 3a wood above Nodway, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1708.

DD/S/BT/5/5/13-15 1] James Sansome of Cary Fitzpaine, son of James decd 2] James Grenville 3] George Grenville, brother of James Assignment by lease and release of 9a in the East field, 1a at Austins Pits and 1.5a in East field, Butleigh. With draft release.. [Somerset Date: 1760.

DD/S/BT/26/2/3 Letter concerning Samson family. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1760.

Sargent

1) Elgey Sargent b. 1886 (Mar Q 5c/448 Yeovil) Ash, telegraphist, d.o. George and Annie Sargent 01-135

Elgey, aged 15, boarded and worked at the Post Office in the High Street in 1901. She had lived with her parents in Back Street, Ash, Martock, in 1891. Her father was a gardener.

Sauld

1) Betty Sauld Chr. 14 Jul 1744 Butleigh illegit. d.o. Mary Sauld and John Castle

It would seem that John Castle later married Mary Sauld who became his first wife. Betty 'Castle' married Richard Periam in Butleigh on 15 Aug 1767.

Saunders

1) John Frederick Saunders Chr. 22 Mar 1835 Batcombe,'Chidmole', Dorset, farmer 71-77

In 1861 John farmed 9 acres in South Petherton, at Higher Stratton, and his birthplace was given as Hill Vill, Dorset. His wife then was given as Ann, b. Halstock. Besides Mary Jane and Eleazar they had a son Elijah b. 1860.

John Saunders (37) and his wife Emily (38) with children Eleazar (13), Mary Jane (11), Octavine (10), Emily Ann (8), Cornelius (6), Rose (5) William George (3) and Esau (1) lived on Butleigh Hill in 1871. They had arrived in Butleigh around 1866 and only the last two children were born in Butleigh. The family must have left for Ilchester around 1872 where the next child, Matthew, was born. They are next found in Durnfield, Martock (1881). In 1891 John and Ann (sic!) lived at Durnfield, Martock with Cornelius (decorator and glazier) and Esau (Millers labourer) plus a granddaughter Annie Russ (8) from Wales. William George became a police constable boarding at 9, Locksbrook Rd., Weston (1891). He married Sarah Elizabeth Stokes from Bath in 1893 (Sep Q 5c/1046 Bath) and they lived in the County Police Station, Weston, Bath in 1901 - with no children. In 1911 they lived at New Rd., Huntspill.

Esau,a corn miller, married Selina Goddard from Montacute in 1894 (Mar Q 5c/619 Yeovil) and became a miller in Tintinhull (1901), with three children. By 1911 they had five children at 6, Grass Royal Terr., Yeovil. Reuben married Sarah Jane Tucker in 1888 (Jun Q 5c/713 Chard). Octavius married Matilda Hoskins in 1882 (Dec Q 5c/868 Chard) and died 1887 (Sep Q 5c/264 Yeovil) aged 26. Cornelius married Ellen Luxton in 1894 (Mar Q 5c/659 Yeovil) and they lived in Durnfield, Ash near Martock. Mary Ann married William Russ in 1880 (Jun Q 5c/659 Yeovil) and they went to live at Ystradyfodwg, Glamorgan and died there in 1888 (Mar Q 5c/706 Pontypridd). Emily Ann married Owen Davies Taylor in Stoke Hamdon in 1883 (Mar Q 5c/706 Yeovil). Rose married Herman Heitmann in 1889 (Dec Q 5c/860a Wincanton) and moved down to Bournemouth. Extra information courtesy of William Saunders.

2) Rev. George William Saunders b. 1879, Upper Tooting, Middlesex, died 1951 PHOTO

George William Saunders was born in 1879 and educated at Selwyn College, Cambridge, where he took his B.A. in 1902. The following year he went to Wells Theological College, and was ordained Deacon by the Bishop of Bath and Wells in 1904. He served as Curate in Street and Walton from 1904 to 1910 during which time he played St. Benignus in the Butleigh Revel. He married in 1909. His next appointment was as Vicar of Curry Rivel where he appears in 1911. He stayed there for seven years until he became Vicar of Martock where he remained for 34 years until his retirement in 1951. He was an antiquary and wrote books about Martock, Martock and The Great War, and Notes on the History of the Hundred of Martock. The latter book was an illustrated 120 page volume in cloth-backed boards. It was a collection of essays originally published in the Western Gazette' newspaper between 1933-34. Its preface is dated 1935. He also wrote a church guide for Martock .

Savage

1) John Savage

Sawley

(see Selway)

Sawtell

1) Joseph Sawtell b. 1822 Butleigh, farm labourer, died 1903 (Dec Q 5c/223 Bridgwater)

Joseph and his wife Harriett (a canvas bag minder) lived, in Shack Buildings, Puriton, in 1891. In 1901 at the same address, Joseph's pob was given as Compton Dundon. In 1881 he had stated the pob as Puriton but in 1871 he gave it as Butleigh. On the latter census they had lived with Harriett's mother Sarah Woods (79), a widow.

2) Mary A. Sawtell b. 1851 Wearne, governess, d.o. George and Elizabeth Sawtell 81W-106

In 1871 Mary was schoolmistress living at Roadside, Lyng, Somerset. She was the unmarried (aged 30) niece of Mary and Richard Chantor # and lived with them in Wootton in 1881. Mary Chantor died in 1886 and Mary Sawtell was absent in 1891. In 1901 she appeared as a 'visitor' at 12, High Street, Glastonbury - the home of butcher John Windmill.

3) Gordon Sawtell – on Jan 16th 1916 the fields known as House and Orchard on Butleigh Moor occupied by Gordon Sawtell were declared to have Foot and Mouth disease by the board of Agriculture & Fisheries

Say

1) Tom Albert. Say b. 1859 (Mar Q 5c/512 Langport) Keinton Mandeville Ag. Labourer, died 1905 (Jun Q 5c/301 Wells)

In 1911 Arthur his sisters Kate and Ethel lived in Pouncey's Villa together with 'grandson' William Say b. 1907. This latter must be William Arthur Nelson Say the illegitimate son of Kate Say. They moved to Butleigh after the death of their father Tom. In 1911 Arabella their mother was a 'visitor' in Chelsea, London, staying with her daughter Amelia a domestic servant. Amelia re-married in 1912. Kate married railwayman Harold Davis in Butleigh on 8 Apr 1912. Ethel married G. M. on the 25 Dec 1920 in Butleigh.

Scadding

1) Alfred Scadding Chr. 13 Nov 1870 (Dec Q 5c/429 Langport) Drayton, gardener, s.o. Joseph and Sarah Scadding 91-113

Alfred lived with his parents in Drayton in 1871. His father was a coachman. In 1881 the widowed Joseph lived with his family in Holbrook Lodge, Charlton Musgrove. In 1891 Alfred lodged with Thomas Norris at 8, High Street. Alfred died aged only 26 in 1897 (Mar Q 5c/285 Langport).

Scotchings

1) Robert Scotchings (b. 1888) Teddington, soldier, s.o. Richard and Rebecca Scotching

The surname is actually Scutchings according to the 1901 census where Robert appears with his parents in the Alley, Tiddington, Oxon. His father was a railway packer. V. was their only child and doesn't seem to have married.

Scott

(see also Skott)

1) James Scott bur. 10 Aug 1803 Butleigh

2) James Scott

In July 1819 the OOP made a payment of 14 weeks bastardy pay to Scotts bastard from Lady Day until July 18th. In 1819 the OOP received 7 weeks bastardy pay from James. James Scott's bastard was taken in by James Gane of Bradley in June 1825. The likely child was William Davis Chr. Aug 1819 s.o. Ann Davis.

3) George Scott b. 1756, bur. 30 Sep 1819 Butleigh aged 63

Joanna Scott married James Down of Glastonbury on 11 Dec 1806 in Butleigh and James Down was one of the witnesses to George Scott's second marriage to Maria Simes in 1808 which would seem to confirm this connection. A J. Gardiner was witness to James Down and Joanna's marriage and James Down witnessed the marriage of Jeremiah Gardiner to Mary Grey in St. Johns Glastonbury on 14 May 1804.

George Scott was Overseer of the Poor in 1806 and 1811. A George Scott occupied the land of Mr. John Moore from 1802 – 1817. George Scott of Wootton was granted permission to have a dissenting place of worship in 1805. George Scott started paying rates on property in Butleigh in 1812/13 which had belonged to John May. He paid until his death and from 1820 the rates were paid until post 1827 by his widow Mary Scott. On a second property called 'Whiteland' the occupier was J. Connock and from 1824 Joseph Grant.

In Feb 1814 a summons was issued to John May and Mrs. Scott to have him examined as to his parish.

3a) George Scott Chr. 16 Nov 1788, Curry Rivel [Ditcheat on census], yeoman, s.o. George Scott, d. 9 Dec, bur. 15 Dec 1873 (Dec Q 5c/360 Wells) Butleigh 41W-15, 51W-38, 61W-65, 71W-85

In 1841 the Scotts lived in Butleigh Wootton and by 1851 were still there though daughter Maria seems to have become Meriam and Hannah had married widower Joseph Grant in 1850 (Jun Q 11/202 Bristol) and lived elsewhere in the village with Joseph's parents. # James had disappeared - nfi. George's wife Martha died in 1853 and by 1861 George lived with his daughter Martha and now-widowed Hannah Grant and her children. Of William there is nfi. Miriam Scott married farmer George Kelly (s.o. William Kelly) in Butleigh on 24 Sep 1851 (Sep Q 10/692 Wells) and they thereafter lived in Glastonbury. Martha became a servant in Glastonbury in 1881, living there alone in 1891 and dying in 1900 (Dec Q 5c.278 Wells). The Betsey Scott who married Thomas Rood White in Butleigh on 2 Apr 1838 might be a daughter of this couple [named father as George Scott, yeoman, at marriage] – but see (4) below.

DD/S/BT/27/6/10 - Agreement between Revd George Neville Grenville and George Scott of Butleigh for letting a house and cottage in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1840

REF. No. 1926 B/A/E/29/2 - Land and messuages at Wootton, parish of Butleigh. Copy conveyance. Martha Scott of Wootton to the trustees of Sir A. A. Hood's marriage settlement, and correspondence.. [Devon Record Office, ANSTEY AND THOMPSON OF...] Date: 1874.

3a1) George Scott b. 1821 Somerset, farmer, s.o. George Scott, d. 1847 (Mar Q 10/300 Bridgwater)? 41-7

George and Sarah married in 1839. In 1841 the family lived in the High Street where George was a farmer. Sarah aged 10 seems to be the servant girl acting as a nurse maid in Butleigh Wootton in 1851. The family must have moved to Bridgwater in 1846/7 where George senior died in 1847 and his wife Sarah married again in 1849. George Frederick went to live with his grandparents, where he appears in 1851. Sarah's daughter Sarah became a housemaid in Kings Square, Bridgwater by 1861. Nfi

4) Betsy Scott Chr. 17 Sep 1815 Butleigh illegit. d.o. servant Amelia Scott

Possibly the Betsey Scott who married Thomas Rood White in Butleigh on 2 Apr 1838, though her father given as George Scott, yeoman [see (3a) above]. #

5) W. M. Scott – County official who collected the County Stock money in July 1807.

Scribben

Scriven

1) Moses Scribben of Compton Dundon [Chr. 6 Jun 1739 Somerton, s.o. Moses and Ann Scriven]

In 1760 the OOP paid 1 guinea in expenses about Moses Scriben.

[On 10 Mar 1784 at St. Michael, Somerton a Moses Scriven of Somerton married Sarah Whitehead. He was the son of Samuel (b. 1727, s.o. Moses Scriven) and Ann Scriven, Chr. 19 Mar 1760 – this Moses' cousin.]

DD/S/BT/20/6/10 1] Benjamin Fudge of Somerton, carpenter 2] Moses Scriven of Somerton, gardener Assignment of a messuage, orchard and 5a, two fifths of a tenement in Somerton. 1785

2) George Scriven

George was a county official who collected the County Stock money in April 1809.

Scutchings – see Scotchings

Seabright

[Sebright]

1) George Seabright b. 1856 Newbury, Berks., coachman, s.o. Charles and Harriet Seabright 81-94

George lived with his parents in 1871 in Brockenhurst, Hampshire. His father was a labourer. Anna had lived in "Rose House", Gas Street, Weston with her parents in 1861 - her father was a 'Fly driver'. They married in 1880 and lived in part of Butleigh Court Lodge in 1881. They left Butleigh after 1884 and by 1890 lived in Winscombe where they remained in 1901. Lucy and William had left home by 1901 - William appeared as a groom living 'over the stables' at Rookwood, Llandaff, Glamorgan and in 1911 he was back with his parents and brother Harry (a baker) in Winscombe.

Lucy seems to have become a cook. In 1909 (Dec Q 5c/1099 Axbridge) she married farmer George Edmunds and in 1911 they lived at Brimsmore, Yeovil, with their 5 month old son Wilfrid George.

Seal

1) Elizabeth Seal b. 1822 Compton Dundon, dressmaker, Nurse 61W-65

In 1851 Elizabeth appeared with her mother Mary, who had married Thomas Cullen, and with the one month old Mary Ann - called Seal, suggesting that she was Elizabeth's illegitimate daughter - no Mr. Seal surfaces on any census despite her 'married' claim. Elizabeth was acting as nurse lodging with Jacob Cary in Wootton in 1861 and her daughter was there as a visitor. They appeared together with another daughter, Fanny (2), in Compton Dundon in 1871. Possible birth registration 1851 (Sep Q 10/444 Taunton).

Sealy

[Seeley, Sealey, Seal - also see Selway]

1) James Seley

James received 2/- from the OOP in March 1777 in his distress.

2) Thomas Sealy b. 1761, of Street, bur. 12 Jan 1827 Butleigh

In Feb 1795 the OOP paid for a load of coal for Thomas Sealey. In July 1805 Thomas' wife received the allowed Volunteer Bounty Money of 6/-. In April 1810 the OOP paid for Thomas' son in Bath Hospital. In Dec 1810 Thomas received relief from the OOP. In April 1826 the OOP paid Dr. Bond 7 guineas for 'amputating Thomas Sealy's thigh'.

Thomas began paying rates on property 'late Joan Periam' in 1818 and up to 1827. In the rate assessment of 1827/8 two cottages were rated to Betsy Sealy and others.

3) John Sealy b. 1765, cordwainer, d. 23 Mar, bur. 30 Mar 1840 (Mar Q 10/382 Wells) Butleigh

John had his shoe bill paid by the OOP in Oct 1787. In Dec 1811 the OOP paid Mr. Hodges the property tax charged on John Sealy's three cothouses for the previous year. In Sep 1815 they paid John for 11 loads of turf. In Feb 1817 John drew up the list of militia men. In Mar 1818 John [this John?] was paid for drawing out a return of the Poor Rate to send to the Clerk of the Peace from Easter 1800 – 1817. In Oct 1823 Virtue was paid to attend John Oram's wife Ann, who was on her deathbed..

Son Esau stated as from from Parish Compton Dundon married Edith Creed in Barton St. David on 19 Nov 1816. Hannah married Solomon Grant in Barton St. David on 17 May 1813.

Virtue, widow, was the sister of Joshua Andow and lived in Butleigh with her daughter Mary in 1841 but died in 1844. Mary married Charles Lye in 1846 (Jun Q 10/801 Wells) # and died 1867 (Mar Q 5c/458 Wells). Marina married stone cutter John Clothier (b. 1809 Street) circa 1830 and their first child Reuben was born in 1831 in Street. In 1851 they lived in Street with many children and were still there in 1861 but by 1871 were at 19, Broad Street, Wells. In March 1796 John's wife received assistance. A daughter Virtue was born in 1796 but no baptism found - she married three times, firstly to Joseph Blacker in Butleigh 15 Nov 1819. # A child Eliza/Elizabeth b. 1842 d. 23 Mar bur. 26 Mar 1844 Butleigh aged 30 months is buried with John and Virtue – must be a grandchild.

DD/S/BT/10/9/2 - 1] Thomas Baker of Knaplock, Cannington, yeoman 2] John Sealy Assignment of a house called the East parlour with buttery and chamber over and plot in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1801.

3a) William John Sealy b. 1791, Chr. 3 Mar 1793 Butleigh, shoemaker, died 1851 (Dec Q 10/371 Wells) 41-5, 51-34

In 1819/20 a John Sealy junior began paying rates on the 'Old Meeting House' in Butleigh. In the rate assessment of 1827/8 John is listed as paying rates on the 'Old Meeting house'.

John and Jane lived in the High Street in 1841. After Jane died in 1849 John lived alone at No. 3 Meeting House where he appeared in 1851, next door to his brother James.

3b) Joseph Sealy b. 1805 Butleigh, boot and shoe maker, died 1888 (Dec Q 5c/235 Langport)

In 1851 - 61 Joseph and Rose lived with several of their children in Kingsdon but by 1871 just Joseph and Rose lived together - at Charlton Adam, and they were still there, together, in 1881.

3b1) Easu Sealy b. 1828 Kingsdon, labourer, s.o. Joseph and Rose Sealy 61W-63

Emily Witty aged 7 lived with John (35) and Ann Whitaker (45) in Martock in 1841. In 1871 Esau was a 'servant' living alone in Church Street, Yetminster, Dorset and possibly the Esau who died in 1871 (Sep Q 5a/218 Sherborne) aged 47. Emily lived alone in Church Street, Kingsdon in 1871 and died in 1878 aged 46. William went to live with his uncle William Lee at the Barton, Kingsdon in 1871 but later married and lived in Nottinghamshire. George had died in 1865 (Mar Q 5c/364 Langport).

3b2) Charles Sealy Chr. 14 Jul 1844 Kingsdon, shoemaker, s.o. Joseph and Rose Sealy 61-59

Charles was a son of Joseph and Rose (née Andrews) Sealy who were in Kingsdon in 1851. Charles was a visitor at the home of Joshua Davis in Dumb Lane, in 1861. By 1871 he was boarding in Llanwonno, Glamorgan together with Lydia Sealy (b. 1842 Kingsdon), his sister. By 1881 he had married Elizabeth and lived at 8, Mary Street, Llanwono with their three children. George Sealy, another brother, lived in Portbury 1881 - 1901.

3c) James Sealy Chr. 16 Aug 1807 Butleigh, stone cutter, bur. 9 Jan 1893 (Mar Q 5c/379 Wells) Butleigh 41-5, 51-34, 61-56, 71-80, 81-101, 91-120

James Sealy (30) and wife Love (30) lived with Ann and Thomas in the High Street in 1841. Thomas, aged two in 1841 seems to be the 'infant' Thomas who died in 1845. Ann married William Kick in 1847 (Jun 10/595 Bridgwater) # and they lived in Back Street by 1851. James and Love lived at No. 2 Meeting House in 1851 - and three year old granddaughter Elizabeth Kick stayed with them whilst her parents looked after 10 month old Thomas Kick. In 1861 James and Love Sealy lived next to William Kick (draper & grocer).

In 1871 James (60) and wife Love (60) lived with sister Virtue Patten (75), widow, in the High Street. Virtue died in 1876 aged 81 (Mar Q 5c/437 Wells). In 1881 James (73) lived alone with his wife Love (73).

By 1891 James (83) and Love (82) lived in four rooms. James Sealy died in 1893 and his widow must have left, to be cared for by a relative. Love Sealy died in Hendon, Middlesex in 1897 (Dec Q 3a/138 Hendon) aged 89, presumably at the home of one of her grandchildren.

DD/S/BT/27/6/13 - Agreement between Revd George Neville Grenville and John, James and Thomas Sealy for letting a room in a cottage in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1843.

4) John Seal(y) b. 1799 Wells, bur. 18 May 1870 (Jun Q 5c/ 413 Wells) Butleigh

In 1851 John was a 'road labourer' in Wells married to Elizabeth aged 32 (2nd wife since his oldest daughter was Eliza aged 21!). The John Sealy who had married Martha Wheeler in 1829? In 1861 he was in the Workhouse under the name John Seal, aged 69. John died in Wells Union Workhouse in 1870.

5) Joshua Willie Sealy b. 1810 Compton Dundon, shoemaker, s.o. John Sealy, d. 1903 (Mar Q 5c/325 Wells)

Joshua had a child by Mary Ann Tucker - Henry Tucker Chr. 18 Oct 1835 Butleigh. # Joshua then married Ann Wright and lived with her in Street in 1841 together with their 9 month old daughter Louisa. After Ann's death he married Jane West in Butleigh in 1850. Joshua gave his residence as Butleigh and Jane as Butleigh Wootton. The couple then lived in Wookey together with Louisa in 1851 but Jane seems to have died in that same year. After another marriage in 1858 Joshua and his third wife Maria lived in Bleadney, Wookey.

6) Joseph Sealy Chr. 18 Feb 1821 Butleigh s.o. stonecutter Thomas and Mary Sealy

Seaman

1) John Seaman bur. 9 Nov 1737 Butleigh

Seeward - Seward

Sellick

1) Daniel Sellick b. 1844 (Dec Q 10/364 Bridgwater) Nether Stowey, carpenter, s.o. Edward and Mary Sellick

In 1851 Daniel lived in Castle Street, Nether Stowey with his parents -his father was a carpenter. A copy of the marriage certificate would probably prove that this Ann Reynolds was the one born in Butleigh in 1838 (as above) and explain their son's christening there. In 1871 the family lived at Ridgeway, Fishponds, Gloucestershire. By 1881 they were in Gloster Road, near Saintbridge, Upton St. Leonards and in 1891 in Cheltenham. Reginald Edward Sellick married in 1896 (Dec Q 6a/653 Cheltenham). Nfi

In 1911 Ann lived at Hawthorne Cottage, Walcott Terr. Bath with her spinster daughters Gertrude (40) and Margaret (32).

Selway

[Salway - Sawley]

1) Francis Zalway

In 1690 the OOP paid for warrants and orders to remove Thomas Davis and Francis Zalway

2) Thomas Sawley b. 1801, labourer, bur 20 Jan 1845 (Mar Q 10/401 Wells - as Sealy?) 41W-17 #

Thomas is possibly the Thomas Sealey Chr. 27 Nov 1800 Butleigh, s.o. John and Virtue. He and Elizabeth lived with the above offspring in Wootton Street, Butleigh Wootton in 1841. Thomas died in 1844 and Elizabeth married Frederick Fudge in 1845 and had three more children by him. #

Jane lived with her parents in 1841 and mother/stepfather in '51 in Butleigh Wootton then married William Vowles (b. 1830 Glaston.) in 1851 (Dec Q 10/789 Wells) and lived in Glastonbury thereafter. As a widow she was still in 54, Northload St., Glastonbury in 1911.

Sarah lived in Butleigh Wootton in 1841 with her parents but was a kitchen maid at Wootton House in 1851. She married the marines pensioner John Charlton in 1864 (Dec Q 5c/1268 Keynsham) and they then lived in Somerton, 1871. John Charlton died and Sarah Ann married labourer Francis Glover (b. 1824 Aller) in Butleigh on 2 Nov 1873 (Dec Q 5c/ 1011 Wells) and in 1881 they lived in King's Elm field. # Of Francis - nfi.

Betsy was a servant in Glastonbury, St. John in 1851. She married John Fudge (b. 1825 Chedzoy) in 1860 (Mar Q 5c/937 Wells). Her husband was a private in the Foot Regiment and they lived at 29 North Camp Farmborough in 1861. John was a servant at the Royal Military College in Frimley and they lived at Wescotts Cottages, Cambridge Town, Frimley, Surrey in 1871. He was probably Betsy's stepfather's younger brother - they both occur on adjoining pages of the census in 1841 as labourer and servant.

Charlotte was a farm servant at Butleigh Wootton Hill Farm in 1851. As Charlotte Selway she married Edwin Edwards (b. 1838 Wincanton) in 1859 (Mar Q 5c/868 Frome) and both were servants at the "Mitre Hotel", Sadler Street, Wells in 1861 (husband called Edward). Nfi

Eliza married Robert White in 1859 (Jun Q 5c/989 Wells) - nfi.

Leah Selway became a boot fitter, single, and boarded in Street in 1861. Nfi

Dinah was still with her mother and stepfather in Wootton in 1861. By 1871 she was parlour maid at the Vicarage, Bucknell, Shropshire. She married Henry Starr in 1874 (Sep Q 2a/151 Farnham) but was quickly widowed and worked as a parlour maid in Frimley, Surrey in 1871. She married again in 1884 (Jun Q 2a/176 Farnham) to Newton James Seaward and they lived in Brighton, Sussex in 1891 where they worked at 22/23 Montpelier Crescent, St. Kenelms School. By 1901 they lived at "Springfield", Frome Rd., Nunney, Somerset where Newton was butler and Dinah housekeeper..

2) Harriott Salway b. 1812 Langport, servant 71-77, 81-97

Harriet, the widow of George Salway, served in the house of John Gare, farmer, in 1871 and as a nurse for his sister in the same property in 1881. In 1851 she had lived in Pitney with her husband and five of her children, Frederick, Jane, James, Elizabeth and Ann. George had died in 1858 (Mar Q 5c/371 Langport). Harriet may be the one who died in 1882 (Jun Q 5c/242 Taunton) aged 65.

Selwood

(Sellard, poss. Slade)

1) Isaac Selwood bur. 7 Sep 1794 Butleigh

Apart from an Isaac Sellwood Chr. 21 Aug 1748 Bristol, s.o. John Riddle, no other Isaac's present themselves with a Somerset birth, though there are several Isaac Slades.

2) Mary Selwood bur. 25 Sep 1796 Butleigh

3) Betty Selwood b. 1768 Somerset, bur. 30 Dec 1848 (Dec Q 10/326 Wells - Betty) Butleigh aged 80 in Butleigh Wootton 41W-17

There is no mention in Butleigh OOP disbursements until Dec 1824 when Betty Selwood returns and is paid relief. She is then paid monthly up to the records end in 1836 – but jut one Betty Selwood. Betty lodged in Butleigh Wootton with John Earl in 1841 and died in 1848. Confusion with next Betty/Betsy?

4) Isaac Selwood bur. 1 Jul 1798 Butleigh

Isaac Sellard received relief from Nov 1797 and rent from the OOP in 1798. In Jan 1798 Isaac and wife received relief and Isaac received medicine from Dr. Shertone. In July 1798 the OOP paid for Isaac's coffin and burial. In the month of his death the OOP also paid relief to Isaac and child. Payments continue to Isaac Sellard's child.

In Jan – Feb 1800 the OOP made payments to Isaac Sellard wife and child, in May it is written Isaac Sellard & child mother – an Isaac still alive? In Nov 1800 the relief given to Betty Silwoods child. Regular payments ensued including in March 1801 'gin for Betty Selwood'! From May 1801 the relief paid to Betty Sellar/Selwood – and /or child [in April 1807 – Betty Silwood maid and herself'] until October 1807 – then nothing. A Betty Sellswoode received rent from the OOP from 1818 and 1819 – see (5) below.

Sarah married John Withers in Baltonsborough on 12 Apr 1824 and in 1841 they lived in Baltonsborough with her mother Betsy Selwood (b. 1770). # In 1851 she was a widow and lived in Baltonsborough with son Joseph Chr. 4 Mar 1832 Baltonsborough).

5) William Selwood b. 1819, bur. 13 Feb 1820 Butleigh aged 8 months

Possibly a child of the widow Betty Selwood who returned to Butleigh in 1818/19 then left again?

Sevoy

(Sovoy, Sevey)

1) Henry Sevoy bur. Sep 1594 Butleigh

See also Sever/Seyfer below.

Seward

1) Edwin Seward Chr. 19 Oct 1847 Keinton Mandeville, stone cutter, s.o. Joseph and Elizabeth Seward

Edwin Seeward had married Jane Callow in 1867 but she died in 1880 aged 31 after having given birth to four children. Edwin then married Ann Bulgin - but all does not seem as straightforward as at first appears.

Henry Vincent [but not given the surname Seeward] lived in 1891 with his parents and siblings at 29, Queen Street, Keinton Mandeville. His father was a stone cutter. His mother Ann seems to be the same as Hannah (nee Vincent), the wife of Jepthar Bulgin # - probably with an illegitimate child - this Henry is younger than her son Henry George Bulgin (b. 1876). There were no Belgins in Stogursey and Hannah's husband Jepthar was in the Workhouse. If this is the same person then there may have been bigamy committed here. Edwin was absent in 1901 but in East Lydford was Edward Seaward (b. 1848 Keinton), stone cutter, and wife Ann (b. 1845 Botley, Hants) - probably the same couple? Is Botly a cover for Butleigh?

Amelia Seward married Victor Gilham.

2) Albert Edward Seward Chr. 1884 {Dec Q 5c/521 Wells) Keinton Mandeville/Street, Mill labourer [at Sir R. A. Lister petrol engine Works] s.o. John and Emma Seaward

In 1911 this family lived at Gloster Street, Wotton under Edge, Glos. Albert Edward lived in Silver Lane, Street in 1891 and Street given as his pob. No marriage traced.

Seyfyer -Seaver-Sever

1) Stephen Seaver/Seyvyer

  1. Married: Elizabeth bur. 5 Feb 1682 Baltonsborough

Stephen paid rates from 1673-1691 and John paid rates from 1692-1719. In 1685 the OOP paid for clothes for John Seaver children. A Stephen Sever, s.o. John Sever bur. 28 Jul 1718 Baltonsborough and Joan, John's wife bur. 9 Apr 1729.

PROB 11/312 Will of Thomas Sever Yeoman Baltonsborough, Somerset Date: 1663.

DD/S/BT/19/2/1-2 1] John Sever of Baltonsborough, tanner 2] William Higdon of Street, yeoman Lease and release of Whitelocks (1a) in Baltonsborough. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1709.

Seymour

[Seym, Seymer, Seymoor, Semor, Seamor]

A) Joanne Seymour bur. 19 Jan 1582 Butleigh

1) William Seymer bur. 9 Jul 1580 Butleigh

2) Elizabeth Seymer widow bur. 5 Feb 1595 Butleigh

3) John Seymer junior bur. 17 Apr 1584 Butleigh

4) John Seymer bur. Oct 1613 Butleigh

Maria married Butleigh 24 Oct 1608 Richard Fry

5) Thomas Seymer bur. 1 Jul 1628 Butleigh

Emlena married Butleigh 16 Aug 1629 John Oram. Thomas received Poor relief in 1613

6) John Seymer - ?bur. 30 Nov 1626 Butleigh

DD/S/BT/4/3/8 …...Grant for lives of Barbara Keeping's messuage, water grist mill and 3a, Katherine Symcockes' s messuage and 36a, Thomas Samwayes's messuage and 70a, a messuage and 70a late Joan Callow decd, the Churchhouse, a messuage late Joan Sutton decd, Tillye Walton's messuage, Rowley messuage and 70a, Joan Seymor's messuage and 18a and a messuage and 40a in Water lane, Butleigh trust to raise £1,500 for Thomas's younger children.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1641. ?

7) Robert Seymer

8) John? Seymer

DD/S/BT/4/2/4 1] John Seaymor the elder, husbandman, and wife Elizabeth of Wootton, Butleigh 2] Gilbert Wooll or Attwooll of Wootton, Butleigh, husbandman Assignment of 1/2a arable called Purwinckles part Peckham lease (1556) to John Seaymour decd. Rent 2 peppercorns Date: 1647.

9) Ann Seymore married Butleigh 16 Apr 1666 George Cary

Uncertain Baptisms

  1. John Seymer s.o. John and Elizabeth Seymer Chr. 18 Mar 1638 Butleigh

  2. John Somer? s.o. John Chr. 24 Oct 1673 Butleigh

  3. Elizabeth Semer? d.o. John Chr. 8 Aug 1676 Butleigh

Uncertain burials

10) John (Joanne!) Seaymer of Barton David

John paid rates 1677-83. In 1685 the OOP paid for clothes for his children [reads Seaver?]

PROB 11/216 Will of John Semer Husbandman Barton Saint David, Somerset Date: 1651. [Father?]

11) Thomas Seamore/Saymer of Wootton

An Ann Seymours was on the ratepayers list of 1672. A Thomas occurs in the churchwarden accounts for 1680 and 1705. This Thomas paid rates from 1673-8 [rates missing 79-82] and appears in 1680 taking wood to Marlin Ball. Absent in 1683. In 1694 a Thomas and John Semer paid rates together.

DD/S/BT5/4/4/ 1] Edward Talbot of Butleigh, yeoman 2] Thomas Seymer of Butleigh Wootton, yeoman Assignment in trust for Edward's wife Grace of Hill close and two parrocks (9a) called Biggs, Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1557). [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH Date range: 1674 - 1675.

11a) John Seym bur. 20 May 1721 Butleigh

From 1695 the rates were paid by John Semer alone until 1721. In 1722 it was the late John Semer and in 1723 John, Joan and Ann Semer. In 1723/4 a Thomas Semer pays rate in the adjoining property. By 1727 Joan was no longer paying rates. John and Anne paid until 1735/6, just Anne in 1736 then in 1737 just Thomas was left and paid until 1750. In 1751 it was Joan Seymour and 1752 'late Thomas Seymore. Joan Seymour of Butleigh married by licence Thomas Dominy in Somerton on 2 Oct 1754 (Phill.). Thomas and John are mentioned in churchwardens accounts 1695-1711 for killing polecats and hedgehogs.

DD/S/BT/12/1/17 1] Giles Vinnicott of Greinton, yeoman, executor of John perry decd 2] William Warbutton the elder of Beercrocombe, carpenter 3] Joan Semer of Butleigh 4] John Limbry of Compton Dundon 5] William Rood the elder of Street and John Rock of Butleigh, yeomen Date: 1751.

12) William Seymour sojourner

13) Ann Seymour

Ann received 5 shillings in her distress in 1751-52. (OOP)

14) William Seymour b. 1772 Bagborough, labourer, died 1860 (Sep Q 5c/256 Langport)? 41K-20, 51K-43

The Seymours in Butleigh have a strong link to Kingweston and the above tree seems the likely arrangement. Samuel moved to Butleigh by 1851 and Martha married Charles Bee Wilton in 1844 (Dec Q 10/635 Langport) and they lived in Street. William seems to have died in 1860.

14a) John Seymour b. 1812 Kingweston, labourer, died 1872 (Dec Q 5c/294 Langport) 51K-43, 61-51, 71-75

John seems to have been a sawyer in Charlton Mackrell in 1841 and had lodged with Eliza Bailey, shopkeeper, in Kingweston in 1851. He married Susan from Truro in 1853. John (48) live with his wife Susan (53) and niece Louisa Knight (6) in Barton Road in 1861 and they lived at Nodway in 1871 (Banbury Lane?). John died in 1872 and Susan went to lodge in Kingweston where she died in 1891.

14b) Samuel Seymour b. 1817 Kingweston, plasterer, died 1863 (Mar Q 5c/513 Wells) 41K-20, 51-29

A Samuel Seamore received relief in Jan 1831. Samuel Seymour (33) plasterer was the son of William Seymoor living in Kingweston in 1841. He lived with wife Philippa (34) and son William in one of Hoods Cottages on Butleigh Hill in 1851. Philippa died in 1857 and Samuel died in 1863. William married Ellen Bailey (b. 1847 Weston) in 1869 (Dec Q 6a/164 Bristol) and they appeared in 1871 at 15, Holts Buildings, Clifton with son Henry. Helen died in 1872 ( Dec Q 6a/45 Clifton). William lived in 1881 at 11, Victoria Terrace, St. Pauls, Bristol, as a painter with wife Rebecca Francis (m. 1873 Sep Q 6a/32 Bristol) and four children - and still there in 1891 at 238, Newfoundland Road.

15) Charles Seymour b. 1811 Somerset, labourer, died 1847 (Jun Q 10/311 Langport?) 41-5

The couple lived in No. 4, Sealys Row in 1841. Charles seems to have died in 1847 - of Elizabeth nfi up to 1891 meaning.she is probably a different Elizabeth Seymour.

16) Charles Seymour [b. c. 1766?]

In April 1825 the OOP paid for an Ann Davis to be examined, and summons and journey to Langport with Charles Seymour. In Sep 1725 lying in expenses for Ann were paid by the OOP and William Higgins paid by the OOP for taking Charles Seymour - Unity Burton (Britton) paid for attending Ann - Ann received 15 weeks pay. In Oct '25 the OOP paid for a coffin and burying her child [Mary Ann Davis Chr. 24 May 1825 Butleigh, bur 16 Oct 1825 Butleigh] and Charles received relief. In Dec 1831 relief paid to Charles Seamor of Charlton.

In 1841 a Charles Seymour was in Langport Union Workhouse aged 65.

17) Isaac Seymour (Seemer)

In 1816/7 Isaac occupied and farmed land in the Kings Sedgemoor Ground owned by Jane Hodges. In 1817 the occupier was Jonas Seymour but in 1817/18 it was Isaac again. This could well be the retired farmer Isaac Seymour b. 1781 who lived in Glastonbury/Street in 1841 – 1861. Jonas might be a misreading.

On the 1841 census in Glastonbury and 1851 in Street are an Isaac Seymour (b. 1781) and wife Ann (b. 1787 Middlezoy) with several children – difficult to find a link to this Ann (next).

18) Ann Seymour

In March 1826 the OOP paid relief to Ann Seymour of Street. In October 1826 the OOP paid Ann Seymour of Street 16 weeks pay up to October 22nd. In June 1827 the OOP paid Seymour's wife in Street 6 weeks pay from May 13th to June 24th.

19) Charlotte Elizabeth Seymour Chr. 16 Jun 1851 (Sep Q 10/485 Wells) Butleigh, bur. 5 Jul 1851 (Sep Q 10/321 Wells) Butleigh

No parent's forenames were given in the PR but a copy of the birth certificate would probably indicate Samuel and Philippa. This child died soon after birth, like the previous Elizabeth.

02) John Semer – his shoe bill was paid by the OOP in Feb 1801.

21) Andy Semer – in Feb and March 1801 the OOP paid relief to this person and in March he was 'examined'.

22) Ferdinand Seymour bur. June/Jul 1825

His business sold by Mr. Prat in Mar 1818 – whose bill was paid by the OOP. In June 1825 the OOP paid relief to Fordiando Seymour. In July 1825 the OOP paid for his coffin and burial. From Jul 1825 the OOP paid money to Ann Seymour's son [widow of Ferdinand, or (17)?).

Shallis

1) Anna Shallis alias Shallow alias Sherlinam married 17 Jun 1611 Richard March

2) Elizabeth Shallis bur. 17 Sep 1637 Butleigh

Shap

1) Ann Shap – in 1690 a warrant and indenture taken out for this person – nfi. Sharp?

Sharland

1) Mary Ann Sharland b. 1876 (Dec Q 5b/377 Crediton) Idford, Devon, d.o. John Sharland.

In 1911 Mary was cook-housekeeper at Wootton House. Her father, with whom she lived (in Shobrooke, Devon) in 1901, was a Road Contractor (employer).

Sharpe

1) Maria Sharpe married Butleigh 29 Sep 1582 William Atwool #

2) Elizabeth Sharpe b. 1845 Newcastle, Northumberland, housekeeper 91-115

Elizabeth, unmarried, worked at Butleigh Court in 1891. In 1881 she had worked at the Lodge, Old Malton, Yorkshire. Nfi

Shartman

1) Dr. Shartman

Joseph Periam's wife was treated by this doctor in March 1793 and fetched home by Zachariah Periam. In Sep 1803 he treated John Larkin {Larcombe] of Butleigh.

Shean/Shane

1) Hester Shean of Charlton, bur. 14 Mar 1802 Butleigh

The OOP paid Hester's rent from 1774 until her death. She first appears in the OOP accounts in Nov 1772 receiving relief. [Charlton Horethorne?] In May 1773 she seems to have been paid via Mr. Pynes servant (suggesting she lived in Charlton at that time?). She received relief sporadically in her distress. Part of her house rent was paid in July 1783. Hester received OOP relief until her death and was buried by the OOP.

Sheat

1) Edward Sheate

2) John Sheate worsted comber died before 1715?

John was paid by the overseers of the poor for taking in the two Russel children from 1673-5 and the daughter Elnor from 1676-8. He took in Richard Holman in 1680 and also went for a warrant concerning William Stroud. In 1681-3 Richard Holman was still being cared for (at the expense of the OOP). In1689 a warrant was taken out about a John Sheate - taken to Bath sessions and possibly Bridgwater sessions – concerning 'out of service' status – therefore possibly his son – see (2b). A John Sheat was churchwarden in 1712, 13 and Overseer in 1717.

DD/S/BT/4/5/27 - 1] James Webb, Anna Webb his mother and Katherine Alleine of Bristol 2] John Sheate worsted comber Lease for lives of a cottage in Butleigh, late Cicely Clarke. Rent 2s.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date range: 1680-1681.

2a) Richard Sheat died in 1742

Richard paid rates in 1708 and then from 1711 – 1742 and then they were paid by Mary until 1760. By 1763 the rates were being paid by Richard her son. Richard senior was Overseer in 1734. Richard was paid for 'oyl' used about the bells in 1741. In 1744-45 Mary was paid for 'oyl for two years'. In 1746-47, 47-48 etc. she was again paid for oil. Hester married William Warr on 1 Jan 1741 in Butleigh.#

DD/S/BT/9/3/2 - 1] Mary Sheat of Butleigh, widow of Richard 2] Edmund Perry of Butleigh, cooper Assignment of middle part of a tenement used as a shop, barn and gatehouse in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date range: 1747 - 1748.

2a1) Richard Sheat bur. 13 Dec 1780 Butleigh

John Cannon (Money p. 696) refers to a contract between Richard Sheat and Thomas Perriam as tenants of Mr. Thomas Fussell and John Wilcox - in December 1742

Richard paid rates, in succession to his mother, from 1763 to 1780 in Butleigh. His wife Alice paid the rate thereafter until 1796/7. From 1798-1803 Alice Sheat occupied a property previously owned by Edward Abbott and then owned by Emanuel Jarman. Ref: Land Tax Q/REL Butleigh 39/3 Thereafter it was rented by John Underwood.

Richard was paid for keeping his nephew Richard Warr for three weeks after his parents had died in 1769. (OOP). Richard kept his nephew until Jan 1771and then he was looked after by Betty Grant who was looking after his brother Joseph. In Jan 1779 Richard was paid for lodging Mary Corp for eight weeks. Richard's name appears on a rotation list of Tythingmen of 1779.

DD/S/BT/5/7/9 - 1] Mary Squier of Butleigh widow of John 2] Richard Sheate of Butleigh, yeoman and wife Mary daughter of John Squier by first wife Elizabeth Browning 3] Betty Lucas of Butleigh widow of John and daughter of John Squier and Elizabeth Browning Assignment Date: 1766.

DD/S/BT/8/7/4 - Copy will (1771) of Richard Sheate of Butleigh, proved 1781. [DD/S/BT/8/7/1-14 tied together]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1781.

DD/S/BT/27/8/10 - Notes on a deed of gift by Mary Sheat to Richard Sheat, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1781.

DD/S/BT/14/2/37 - 1] James Grenville of Butleigh 2] Alice Sheat of Butleigh and Thomas Warr of Wedmore Conveyance to Grenville of a hovel in Butleigh. [DD/S/BT/14/2/34-41 tied together]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1787.

2b) John Sheat bur. 26 Nov 1727 Butleigh

The John who was churchwarden in 1712, 13 and Overseer of the Poor in 1717. He paid rates 1703 – 1727/8 [absent 1723] and then was 'late John Sheate'.

DD/BRho/25 - Cottage and land, with site of demolished cottage, orig. belonging to Hiett of Frome. Abstract of title, 1708-1840. Wills, John Sheat, yeo., 1727

3) James Sheat

James paid rates in 1743/4 in succession to James Abbott but a second assessment of the same year has James Abbott paying the rate again. A James Sheat lived in Baltonsborough who died 11 Dec 1777.

Shenton

1) Martha Shenton b. 1855 Douglas, Isle of Man, nurse, d.o. John and Ellen Kinley 01-140

In 1851 Martha Kinley had lived with her parents at 20, Barrack Street, Douglas where her father was a shoemaker. In 1871 she was a housemaid at 20, Finch Road, Douglas but must have moved to London where she met and married Robert Shenton (b. 1829 in Manchester) in 1877 (Dec Q 1c/1034 Stepney). In 1881 they lived at 38, Streatfield St., Limehouse and Robert was a marine engineer. He may have returned to Manchester on a visit because he died there in 1881 (Sep Q 8d/147 Manchester) and Martha moved to Southampton where she was found in 1891 at 11, Richmond Street 'living on her own means'. In 1901 Martha, a widow, was visiting her aunt Annie, who had married William May, in Quarry Lane. #

Sheppard

[Shepherd]

1) Samuel Sheppard b. 1824 Glastonbury, shoemaker, police constable, s.o. Martin and Mary Sheppard, d. 2 Mar1896 (Mar Q 11a/133 Newport M)

Samuel joined the Cardiff Police in 1850 and he and his wife and two children appeared living at 5, Saint Mary's Place, Cardiff in 1851 where he is listed as a police constable. By 1861 he was a Police inspector in Trevethin, Usk Monmouthshire and he had added three locally born daughters to his family, though Henry was absent. In 1871 Samuel was a police inspector in Newport and son Edward plus five Welsh born children lived with him and Martha. They appear there in 1881 and 1891 though Samuel had retired from the police on 18th October 1881. He received an annual pension of £79

1a) Henry Sheppard b. 13 Dec 1846, Chr. 24 Jan 1847 Butleigh, grocer's assistant, s.o. Samuel & Martha Sheppard, d. 31 Dec 1921

Henry appeared as a single man lodging at 20, Llanarth Street, Newport, Monmouthshire in 1871 while Caroline lived with her parents at 5, Clytha Park Road. Henry married Caroline in 1872 and by 1881 they lived at 36, Beynalyn Row, Ystradyfodweg, Glamorgan with three children and by 1891 until 1901 Henry was a grocer in Ystradyfodweg (Shop y Garreg). In 1911 the family lived at 25, Library Road, Penygraig, Glam. And Henry was a grocer's traveller. Caroline is delightfully listed as 'helpmeet' and son Henry is 'Lecturer National Union of Speakers'.

Shergold

1) Lottie Louisa Shergold b. 1882 (Dec Q 2a/961 Eastry, Kent) Deal, Kent, Post Office Clerk, d.o. Henry and Selina Shergold.

In 1911 Lottie was living at 17 Butleigh and working under Wilfrid Dyer as Post Office Clerk. Lottie's father was a Royal Marine. Lottie married William J. Green in 1912 (Jun Q 5a/499 Mere, Wiltshire).

Sherstone

(Shestone)

1) William Sherstone

A Mr. Sherstone appears in the OOP accounts in 1711 when they paid his bill for the cost of the law. William appears in the Churchwarden's accounts for 1724/5 for providing lime to be used about the church. In 1729-30 William was paid for 6 sacks of lime.

2) Dr. Sherstone/Shertone

In Jan 1798 he provided medicine for Isaac Sellard. (OOP).

3) John Sherstone West Pennard

John received relief from the OOP in August 1829. In Jan, Feb 1830 John received relief. In July 1830 the OOP paid John Periam for going to West Pennard for John Shestone's box and William Periam for his board for three weeks (and six weeks in August). John was ill and received relief and a pair of hose. In Feb 1834 John received relief. In Aug, Sep1834 relief paid to 'Sherston of Compton'. In Oct the OOP paid for lodging and washing him and in Nov paid for 2 months lodging in Compton.

Shibbert

1) Ann Shibbert b. 1840 Brompton, Yorkshire, cook and housekeeper 71-81

Ann worked at the Vicarage in 1871. The surname is mistaken - the likeliest candidate is Ann Suggett b. 1840, Brompton, d.o. George and Margaret Suggett.

Shoemark

[Shewmark, Shomack]

1) John Shoemark b. 1751 Somerset, labourer, bur. 10 Feb 1845 (Mar Q 10/402 Wells) Butleigh 41W-16

John began receiving relief from the OOP in Oct 1790 and rent from the OOP from 1792. The OOP paid Bridget Look to deliver John's wife of a child in Nov 1791. In March 1792 the OOP paid John 9/7½d by order of the justice. From Nov 1792 relief paid to John's wife. In Aug – Sep the OOP paid relief to Shoemack's wife and for attendance and putting her to bed. In March 1798 Elizabeth Shormark was again receiving relief and in April the OOP paid for John and family to be removed to Wootton. In Jan 1800 John and Betty received relief from the OOP. In June 1805 the OOP paid for the burying of Shoemark's child and also the delivering of Betty's child. Betty would seem to have perished as a result – in Aug 1805 the OOP paid for her coffin and being carried to her grave. At the same time the OOP bought his son a new pair of shoes. In July 1809 John and his two sons were paid for repairing the river bank and cutting the 'hids/wids' – sides. In Nov 1819 the OOP moved John's goods to Butleigh.

John and Mary lived next door to their son George Shoemark and his family in 1841. John was buried from Wells Union Workhouse in 1845.

1a) George Shoemark Chr. 12 May 1799 Butleigh Wootton, labourer, bur. 3 Feb 1886 (Mar Q 5c/432 Wells) Butleigh 41W-16, 51W-40, 61W-64, 71W-86

George received relief from April 1822 and had his rent paid by the OOP from 1821/22 – post 1827 (records end). George and Mary lived in Butleigh Wootton in 1841 with seven children. By 1851 this was down to four sons.

Eliza had married William Wake in 1848 (Mar Q 10/753 Wells) and lived elsewhere in the village, and by 1881 was living in Lower Leigh, Street. # George was absent in 1851 but appeared in Compton Dundon in 1861 with wife Catherine (b. 1823 Compton) and five children, the oldest being Betsy (10).

John married Charlotte Periam in Butleigh on 27 May 1852 (Jun Q 5c/1043 Wells) - she was the daughter of Sarah Perriam of Cart Lane, Glastonbury .They had Robert Toley Shoemark b. 1854 Butleigh, they then emigrated on the “Lord Hungerford” in 1855 to Sydney and then to Camden NSW Australia where their next child William was born in 1857 and nine more children after that. John died in Cawdor NSW on 17 Jul 1886.

In 1861 George and his wife lived alone in Wootton with Mary dying in 1868.

Henry married Rhoda Parker in 1853 Glastonbury and their son Henry Charles (b. 6 Dec 1857) emigrated with John on the “Lord Hungerford” in 1855 to Sydney and then to Wagga Wagga NSW Australia where they had six more children - Henry died in Braidwood NSW in 1894.

James married Mary Ann Towells (b. 1832 St. Audries, d.o. Robert) in Butleigh on 26 Nov 1855 (Dec Q 5c/1022 Wells) and they lived in Street in 1861 [Shoemartt] where he eventually died in 1897 (Sep Q 5c/190 Wells). In 1891 his mother-in-law Charlotte Towells had lived with him [Shoemak].

Elijah married Mary Ann Heal (b. 1834 Walton) in 1860 (Sep Q 5c/914 Wells) and lived in Smethwick, Harborne, Worcs., They had three children but Elijah returned to Street as a shoemaker by 1891. In 1911 he lived alone at 4a, High Street, Street - he died in 1914 (Dec Q 5c/540 Wells).

In 1871 George lived with his son William in Butleigh Wootton but they left before 1881 and boarded with daughter/sister Eliza Wake in Hind Hayes, Street where George died in 1886. William stayed there from 1891 - 1901 and died in 1909 (Sep Q 5c/261 Wells).

1a1) George Shoemark Chr. 9 Jun 1822 Butleigh Wootton, labourer, d. 1909 (Mar Q 5c/339 Wells) 41W-16

George and Catherine (marriage not traced) are missing from the 1851 census but by then they had had four children, all of whom died in infancy. In 1861 George lived in Compton Dundon with his wife and five children including a Betsy b. 1851. By 1881 he was widowed and lived at Hill Head, Glastonbury with two daughters. In 1901 George lived at Clark's Corner, Sharpham with his grandson Albert Bisgrove

Shoesmith

1) John Shoesmith s.o. William bur. 23 Apr 1608 Butleigh

Shoote see Soote

Shopland

1) John Henry Shopland engineer [b. 1898 Taunton, s.o. William and Mary Shopland]?

John Henry lived at 110 Cheddar Road, Taunton in 1924.

Shore

1) Charles Shores (?) Chr. 27 May 1783 Butleigh illegit. s.o. Hester Shores - (unc. surname - nfi)

2) Frederick Shore Chr. 28 Jan 1835 Bruton, plumber, s.o. George and Elizabeth Shore 61-59

Frederick Shore (26) and wife Ann (25) lived with Frances Ann (4), Julia Matilda (2) and Frederick William (1) in the High Street in 1861. Apprentice John Hippisley (15), Ann's brother, lived with them too. Frederick had married Ann in 1855. The family appeared next in Bullmire Street, Cheddar in 1871 with several more children. A Joseph Hipsley from Wootton under edge boarded next door (John's brother). By 1881 they were in Church Street, Cheddar and their family had extended. Frances Ann became a day nurse at the Lunatic Asylum for the City of Bristol, Stapleton, in 1881.

Julia Matilda married painter George William Taylor in 1881 (Sep Q 6a/263 Barton Regis, Glos.) and they lived in Glastonbury in 1901. Frederick boarded as a plumber at 15, Pritchard St., St. Pauls, Bristol in 1881. Nfi

Kate Alice married Peter Nisbet in 1879 (Jun Q 5c/871 Axbridge) and they lived in Cheddar. After his death she married Francis Thomas Rice [Frank] (b. 1869 Glastonbury) in 1900 (Mar Q 1a/120 Kensington) and lived in Chiswick, Middlesex.

3) George Shore b. 1890 Crediton, Devon, s.o. Thomas and Eliza Shore died 22 Apr, bur. 27 Apr 1979 Butleigh (aged 89)

George and Edith travelled to Butleigh in 1928, a journey by horses and wagon that took two days. George died at Moorhouse where they had lived since at least 1920. George and Edith were interviewed for Somerset Voices in 1973 http://www.somersetvoices.org.uk/people/?entryid4=844&char=S Edith's father was a farm teamster.

Shortes

1) Mary Ann Shortes b. 1848 Hendley, Worcester, servant 71-72

Mary was a maid working in the Still Room at Butleigh Court in 1871. Nfi - perhaps the birthplace was Dudley?

Shortman

1) Percival Henry Shortman b. 1907 (Sep Q 6a/182 Bristo) Aeroplane Works inspector, s.o. Henry and Bertha Shortman

Shrowles

1) Rebecca Shrowles

In Jan, Feb and March 1810 the OOP paid relief to this person – the name clearly reads Shrowles. However, it may be that the record, neatly written, is a transcription and that the original was Rebecca Rowley, misread by the transcriber [could even be Rebecca Knowles – the only two Rebeccas living in Butleigh at the time – both mothers of illegitimate children. However, also in Feb there are payments to Betty Talbot attending Rebecca Shrowles and William Higgins 'reighting' her bedstead yet between these two accounts was payment to Rebecca Rowley [written correctly]. Shrowles isn't a surname that is known from censuses or Parish Records in England!

Shutter

1) Stephen Shutter b. 1773, bur. 19 Apr 1829 Baltonsborough

Stephen married again, to a Hannah/Ann and they had several children: Stephen in 1818 [appears on the 1841 census], Hannah in 1820 and John in 1822.

Silcox

1) John Silcox b. 1791, Chr. 24 Dec 1815 Warminster, malster, bur. 21 Oct 1864 Warminster

Henry was the youngest of eight children of this couple. John was the son of Abraham (1771 – 1847) and Ann Holton, the son of Abraham Silcox (1720 – 1811) and Betty.

1a) Henry Thomas Silcox Chr.. 29 Dec 1833 Warminster, Wiltshire, baker, bur. 20 Apr 1907 (Jun Q 5c/295 Wells) Butleigh 61-61, 71-82, 01-137

Henry is absent from the 1841/51censuses. Caroline lived with her parents in 1841 in Farmborough where her father was a butcher. In 1851 she was a servant at 100, New Sydney Place, Bathwick, Somerset. Perhaps they were then both in service in London for them to have married there in 1858. James Weaver was her brother. #

In 1861 Henry (27), baker and grocer, lived with his wife Caroline (31) and son Henry T. somewhere off Water Lane. By 1871 Henry (37) and Caroline occupied the Public House with sons Henry T. and Albert while their two youngest sons Arthur and Milborne lodged at Curtis's in the High Street (with Sarah Curtis, schoolmistress). In 1881 Henry Silcox senior was a farmer and publican in Baltonsborough, running the 'Greyhound Inn'. He had his sons Arthur and Milborne living with him and they were still there, unmarried in 1891. In 1901 Henry was back in Butleigh, at Holman's Farm with just his wife. Henry died in 1907 and Caroline died in 1911. By 1891 son Albert had married Alice Higgins and they had two sons, Albert and Harry and were running their own Public House - "The Old Blue Anchor Inn" in Brook Street, Cannington. # Arthur married Alice Louisa Smiley (b. Bermondsey) in 1897 (Mar Q 5c/601 Yeovil) and in 1901 lived at 606, Chiswick High Rd., Acton as a dairy shop manager. His cousin Elizabeth Mack? (b. 1871 Butleigh), school teacher, was a visitor. In 1911 lived with three children at Western Road Dairy, Southall, Uxbridge, Middlesex. Arthur died 14 Jun 1949 Southall.

Melborne married Alice Wetherell (b. 1863 Baltonsborough) in 1897 (Mar Q 5c/695 Shepton Mallet/Wells) and lived in Tuckers Lane, Baltonsborough in 1901. They were still there in 1911 with Melborne as a general carrier.

1a1) Henry T. Silcox Chr. 3 Jul 1859 (Jun Q 5c/651 Wells) Butleigh, baker and grocer, d. 16 Sep 1921 in Wells 61-61, 71-82, 81-103, 91-121, 01-137 PHOTO

Dinah Weeks had lived with her parents in 1861 but by 1871 was a servant at Kingwell Hall, High Littleton. She then went to work for her cousin, Henry T. Silcox junior who in, 1881, ran the bakery and Inn in Butleigh together with his brother Albert. In 1891 Henry (31) was still running the bakery and Inn with his cousin Dinah Weeks (37) as housekeeper. until in 1894 they married, in Bath. In 1901 they lived alone and Henry was described as baker and bread maker - living possibly in the High Street. In 1911 Henry ran the 'White Hart Hotel' in Wells with his wife Dinah and his mother Caroline Silcox.

1a2) Albert Silcox Chr. 5 Oct 1862 (Sep Q 5c/586 Wells) Butleigh, baker, d. 1926 71-82, 81-103

Albert was running the "Old Blue Anchor Inn" in Brook Street, Cannington in 1891. By 1901 he was 'job master' at a stable and lived at 60, Clare Street, Bridgwater with his wife, son Albert, three new children and mother-in-law Sophia Higgins. Little Harry had died aged 3 while still in Cannington - 1893. In 1911 Albert ran the 'Nags Head', the Bridge, Abingdon. Berks with Alice and their son Guy, a cheesemaker, lived with them and they were visited by niece Evelyn Higgins (b. 1889 Butleigh) and grandson Gerald Benjamin Warner (b. 2 Feb1909 at the Falmouth Arms, Woolhampton,Northampton) - his mother Mrs. Helen Warner had died aged just 19 in 1910. Albert reported that he had had 5 children of whom two had died.

Ernest was shot in WWI and died in 1923 due to lung damage after having been gassed in the War. Albert jun. married Florence Webb in 1914 and moved to Wales where sons Cecil (1916) and Dennis (1920) were born. The then moved in the mid '20's to Pimlico where Albert senior, Alice and Ernest had been living for some time. Guy married Gladys Fisher and lived for a while in Lambeth before moving to Oxted, Surrey. PHOTO

Silk

1) Eliza Silk Chr. 16 Mar 1828 Marston Bigott, servant, d.o. Thomas and Ann Silk 51-30

Eliza served at the farm of Henry Hoddinott in Compton Street in 1851. In 1841 she had lived with her parents - her father was a labourer. She probably married before the next census - 1851 (Jun Q 11/87 Bedminster) - nfi

Simmons/Simons – see Symmons

Simpson

1) Robert Simson

1) John Simpson b. 1827 Taunton, stone cutter 51-28

John lodged at Bethel Cottage in Oddway in 1851. Nfi.

Sims

[Syms]

1) George Sims b. 1836 Compton Dundon, labourer 51W-40

Aged 15, George worked for John Acreman at Bowerings Farm, Wootton in 1851 but moved on to become a shepherd lodging at Park Farm, Hardington by 1861.

2) Jeremiah Sims Chr. 7 Aug 1803 Baltonsborough, shoemaker, s.o. Tomas and Betty Sms, died 1879 (Sep Q 5c/308 Wells) 61W-63

Jeremiah was a journeyman shoemaker and appeared in 1841 in Baltonsborough living on his own in West Town. In 1861 he lodged in Wootton with Joshua Andow and by 1871 was in the Workhouse at Wells where he died in 1879.

Sindercomb

[Sindercorn, Syndercombe]

1) Edward Sindercombe

Edward mentioned in the churchwardens accounts in 1688-9. He paid rates from 1674-1695 jointly with John Peddle up to 1685 and then jointly with John Raindell

2) Sarah Sindercomb b. 1817 Stogumber, cook 61W-63

Sarah was married to George Syndercombe (Chr. 25 Dec 1819 Langport, s.o. George and Ann), a cordwainer, who remained at home in Angel Crescent, Bridgwater in 1861 while Sarah was cook at Wootton House, Butleigh. In 1871 - 81 they were found back together in Taunton Road, Bridgwater.

Skardon

1) Amy Jane Skardon b. 1876 Wedmore, Somerset, d.o. Robert and Jane Dando, d. 6 Oct 1947, bur. 10 Oct 1947 Butleigh

Amy died at Rose Cottage – she was the sister of Effie Rabbage. She had married Dr. Charles Chapman Skardon in 1907 (Mar Q 1b/98 Pancras, London). In 1911 the couple had lived at Audley, Staffs. And Charles was a 'medical practitioner' with the interestingly named servant Cassandra Von Schmidt.

Skott

1) William Skott bur. 6 Oct 1587 Butleigh

2) Agnes Skott widow bur. 4 Mar 1591 Butleigh

3) Stephen Skott Chr. Dec 1580 Butleigh [parent uncertain], buried Dec 1580?

4) William Skott bur. 30 Apr 1601 Butleigh

5) Stephen Skott

6) John Skott bur. 12 Mar 1626 Butleigh

John received Poor relief in 1606 – 1616. Other Skotts/Scotts receiving Poor relief were Elizabeth, Joanne, Thomas and possibly Stephen.The will of John Pyper dated 17 Sep 1547 left the residue of his estate to John Scott the elder – possible father of this John?

7) Dorothy Skott married Butleigh 8 Oct 1610 Thomas White

8) Dorothie Scott married Butleigh 12 Aug 1622 John Barret #

9) Samuel Scoatte - mentioned in the churchwardens accounts 1688-9 for woodwork, repairing gates, windows and the bell chuck.

Slack

1) Susannah Slack Chr. 12 Apr 1849 Butleigh, d.o. traveller George and Mary Flack?

No other trace of this family found so far. Surname uncertain. [a Thomas Flack b. 1809 bur. 12 Aug 1830 Butleigh]

Slade

1) Richard Slade bur. 20 Feb 1579 Butleigh

2) Alice Slade married Butleigh 2 Mar 1580 John Peryam

3) George Slade

4) Ann Slade of West Coker had Banns read in Butleigh Nov/Dec 1655 for marriage with Edward Talbott – solemnized in West Coker?

5) William Slade bur. 30 Jun 1672 Butleigh

In the Overseers accounts for 1672-3 15 shillings was given to William for his 'relief' and then 4s and 4d for his shroud and 8d to Roger Clapp for digging his grave and 6d for ringing the bell. Father of Stephen?

6) Stephen Slade died 1695?

6a) Stephen Slade bur. 14 Mar 1727 Butleigh

There are references to Stephen Slade and his 'boys' in the churchwardens accounts 1701-1710. He was Overseer of the Poor in 1707 and 1726 and paid rates on South Moor Grounds from 1710 - 24. He paid rates in Butleigh from 1675 – 95 then in 1696 he either paid rates on two properties or one was paid by his son (?). Then in 1700 the earlier property ceased to pay rates but rates were paid on the second until 1727. In 1728 occupied by Richard Holman. In 1716 Stephen received rent on behalf of Ralph Gill and Pollet. In 1720 the OOP went to Quarter Sessions to get advice about Stephen taking an apprentice. In 1725 he was one of the churchwardens.

DD/S/BT/7/1/7 Copy bill in Slade v. Webb concerning the provision of timber for repair of Stephen Slade's leasehold in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1722.

7) John Slade b. 1678 (?) d. 17 [month unc.]17x5 (1715?)

John supplied candles to the church and was churchwarden in 1705 and 1714 (Overseer in 1707). In 1715/6 Elizabeth Slade paid 6s 8d for breaking the ground in the church and a John Slade's tomb lies on the church floor. John paid rates from 1703-15 and in 1707 the adjoining property also paid rates in the name of John. In 1708 the second property was 'for late George Burdham. In 1709 and 10 a different 2nd property had rates paid on it by John. From 1711-15 he paid rates on just the single property. In 1716 the rate was paid by widow Elizabeth Slade and up to and including 1718. Thereafter it was paid by Philip and Elizabeth Avery [until 1725 when it was just Philip].

In 1712 a Christopher Slade was apprenticed out. An Ann Slade married John Chanl (?) in Butleigh on 18 Apr 1744 #

DD/S/BT/8/2/1 1] James Samson of Podimore Milton, yeoman 2] John Slade of Butleigh, mercer Assignment of Dunhill (2a) and Hobbses Hill (1a), Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1556). 1701 [see also 5/5/9 - same]

DD/S/BT/8/2/2 1] John Slade of Butleigh, mercer 2] John Rocke and John Kelway of Butleigh Assignment in trust of Dunhill and Hobbses Hill (3a), Burdham's tenement, cottage and smith's forge in Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1556). 1704 [see also 8/2/3-4 Assignment of 1.5a at Wallgate drove and 1.5a at Horses, a house and 3a at Porters hill (8a), Butleigh, as marriage settlement, with counterpart ] [see also 8/2/3-4]

DD/S/BT/8/5/1 - 1] John Slade of Butleigh mercer and wife Elizabeth executrix of George Burdham decd, Humphrey Colmer the elder of Butleigh and wife Mary daughter of Stephen Clapp decd 2] John Squiar of Butleigh, broadweaver Assignment of a messuage, 2a in West Wood and Date: 1705.

DD/S/BT/4/5/38-9 1] John Webb 2] John Slade of Butleigh, mercer Lease for lives of a messuage and 3a late Christopher Symcockes, Porters hill (8a) and 5a arable at Morehouse, Butleigh. Rent 6s 6d. With counterpart. 1709

DD/S/BT/6/4/6 1] John Hiett of Doulting, clothier 2] John Slade of Butleigh mercer and wife Elizabeth executrix of George Burdham decd Assignment of Broadclose (4a) and 1.5a in Newmead, Butleigh. 1710

DD/S/BT/6/4/7-8 1] Elizabeth Burdham or Slade of Butleigh 2] John Dobbins of Moorlinch, Josias Dobbins of Ashcott and James Dobbins Assignment of Broadclose (4a) and 1.5a in Newmead, Butleigh. Another copy. 1716

DD/S/BT/6/5/26 1] Elizabeth Slade widow of George Burdham 2] James Hopkins of Glastonbury Release of dower in Horses (6a), Butleigh. 1717

DD/S/BT/5/6/6 - 1] Elizabeth Slade of Butleigh widow of George Burdham, James Hopkins of Glastonbury, salter and wife Elizabeth daughter of George Burdham 2] Henry Talbot the elder of Butleigh Wootton Assignment of Biggs (6.5a 1p), Butleigh. [Tied together with DD/S/ Date: 1718.

DD/S/BT/8/2/5 - 1] John Slade of Butleigh, yeoman, son of Elizabeth wife of Philip Avery 2] John Rocke and John Gregory of Butleigh Assignment of Dunhill and Hobbses Hill (3a), and Burdham's tenement in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS Date: 1730.

DD/S/BT/8/2/6 - 1] John Rocke of Butleigh 2] Elizabeth wife of Philip Avery of Butleigh 3] Thomas Callow of Butleigh and wife Ellen, Sarah and Anna Slade, daughters of John Slade deed by Elizabeth 4] John Slade of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of Dunhill and Hobbses Hill, Date: 1730.

DD/S/BT/8/2/8 - 1] John and Anna Slade, children of John Slade of Butleigh, deed and Elizabeth 2] Richard Slade of South Cadbury, yeoman Mortgage of Anna's share of Dunhill and Hobbses Hill, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1738.

7a1) John Slade b. 1704 (?) died 5 Mar 1745 in Middlesex

John Slade was Overseer in 1741. John paid rates from 1741/2 after the death of Philip Avery on the property whose ratepayer had been his mother Elizabeth Avery up to that date. In 1745/6 after his tragic death the ratepayer was 'late Eliz Avery or John Slade', then 'or occupiers' and 'John Slades, exciseman' or 'Late John Slade exciseman [1749]'. In 1761/2 two adjoining properties have rates paid by John Slade and Mrs. Slade and in the following year the former is called Mr. John Slade of Cadbury. Mrs. Slade called 'widow' in 1766 and Mary Slade widow in 1767. Mary died in 1779 and from that year the ratepayer was Stephen Slade. From 1781/2 'or occupier' added. This remained the case until 1797 when the ratepayer was General Grenville late Slades.

John junior was a Lieutenant of Marines and died in the tragedy of the Ramillies, a 90 gun 'second-rate' built in 1664 which, when returning to Plymouth in a gale ran onto rocks off Bolt Head on Feb 15th 1760 with only 26 of the crew of 725 surviving.

DD/S/BT/8/2/5 1] John Slade of Butleigh, yeoman, son of Elizabeth wife of Philip Avery 2] John Rocke and John Gregory of Butleigh Assignment of Dunhill and Hobbses Hill (3a), and Burdham's tenement in Butleigh. 1730

DD/S/BT/8/2/7 1] John Slade of Butleigh, yeoman 2] Thomas Parker of Knole, Long Sutton, yeoman Mortgage of Dunhill and Hobbses Hill, now an orchard, Burdham's tenement, cottage and smith's forge in Butleigh. 1730

DD/S/BT/8/2/9 - Will of John Slade of Uxbridge, Msex, excise officer.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1749.

DD/S/BT/9/4/19-20 1] James Grenville 2] Mary Slade of Butleigh Lease for lives of a messuage and 3 a late Christopher Symcockes, Porters hill (8a), 5a arable at Morehouse and the site of a demolished cottage now called Masters's garden, Butleigh. Rent 6s 8d. Enclosed agreement by Helena Pitcher to a lease being made in Mary Slade's name [1754]. 1755

DD/S/BT/8/2/10 - 1] Mary Slade of Butleigh widow of John Slade of Uxbridge 2] Stephen son of John Slade 3] John Slade of South Cadbury, yeoman, executor of his father Richard decd Release of equity of redemption in an orchard formerly Hobbs Hill and Dunhill in Butleigh.. Date: 1761.

DD/S/BT/8/2/12 1] Stephen Slade of Bloomsbury, Msex 2] James Grenville of Butleigh Assignment of Dunhill (2a) in Butleigh. 1771

8) Richard Slade of South Cadbury d. 1739?

Richard Slade was paid rent by the OOP for John Davies and John Martin in 1731 and John William Davies house rent in 1738. Richard Slade began paying OOP rates in 1734 and up to 1738/9 when 'the occupiers' paid the rate. In 1741 the ratepayer was Mr. John Slade. He paid the rate until 1757. No record for 1758-1760 but in 1761/2 two adjoining properties have rates paid by John Slade and Mrs. Slade and in the following year the former is called Mr. John Slade of Cadbury. In 1770 the OOP ratepayer is given as John Slade 'now Mr. Grenville'.

D/FFO/16/62 Elizabeth Foster, deceased, of Sherborne. Copy will of Stephen Slade of Barton St David, Somerset, 1742. Copy will of John Slade of South Cadbury, Somerset, 1782. Papers re tenancies (disbursements etc.), 1824-1829. Papers re sale of property at Barton St David, 1825-1829. Testamentary papers, 1829-1840. Copy releases of messuage and lands at Barton St David, 1831, 1839. (White, James, Grenville, Davis, Foster, Pitman, Ffooks, Higgins).

D/FFO/16/63 Elizabeth Foster, deceased, of Sherborne. Marriage settlements between Stephen Slade of Barton St David, Somerset and Elizabeth Bayne of Leigh, 1741; between Thomas Foster of South Perrott, Somerset and Elizabeth Slade of Barton St David, 1779. Deed of separation of Mr & Mrs Foster, 1780. Will and 2 copies and probate of John Slade of South Cadbury, Somerset, 1782. Copy will of John Ryall of Marston Magna, 1787. Original and copies of will of Anne Slade of South Cadbury, Somerset, 1792, probate, 1795. Administration with will annexed of Elizabeth Foster, 1827. 2 copies of will.

DD/S/BT/5/1/16-17 1] John Slade of South Cadbury, gent 2] Abigail Prowse of Berkeley, widow 3] James Withers of Butleigh yeoman Lease and release of Bloudsley (2a), Yonder Fishwell (3a) and Bolster wood (1a) in Butleigh. Endorsed Look 1803. 1749

DD/S/BT/5/7/7-8 1] John Slade of South Cadbury 2] Abigail Prowse of Berkeley, widow 3] John Squier of Butleigh Lease and release of Little Fishwell (1a) in Butleigh. 1749

DD/S/BT/9/2/6-7 1] John Slade of South Cadbury 2] Abigail Prowse of Berkeley 3] James Withers of Butleigh, yeoman Lease and release of 3yds in Croft, 1a arable in Whiteland, 4a arable and 1a arable in Butleigh West field. 1750

DD/S/BT/10/2/1-2 1] John Slade of South Cadbury 2] Abigail Prowse of Berkeley 3] Richard Gould of Bridgwater Lease and release of Glovers (2a) in Butleigh. 1750

DD/S/BT/8/2/11 1] John Slade of South Cadbury, gent 2] James Grenville of Butleigh Assignment of Dunhill (2a) and Hobbs hill (2a) now orchard in Butleigh. 1770

9) Edward Slade grocer, Wells

DD/S/BT/5/6/12 1] John More of Butleigh, grandson of John James decd 2] Dame Edith Phelips of Montacute 3] John Weekes of Butleigh, yeoman and Edward Slade of Wells, grocer Assignment of mortgaged 4.5a pasture at Outer Horses, Bean Horses and Bolster (9a) and 3a of inclosed common, Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1562). 1726/7

DD/S/BT/5/6/14 1] John More of Stoke sub Hamdon 2] Henry Talbot of Butleigh Wootton 3] Edward Slade of Wells, grocer 4] John Weekes of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of 4.5a pasture at Outer Horses, Butleigh. 1729

DD/S/BT/8/1/5 1] Samuel James of East Harptree, yeoman 2] Edward Slade of Wells, grocer 3] William Hodges of Butleigh, yeoman 4] Henry Talbott of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of Outer Horses (4.5a) and Bean Horses and Bolster (9a), Butleigh, part Peckham lease (1562). 1734

DD/S/BT/5/6/18 1] Samuel James of East Harptree, yeoman 2] Edward Slade of Wells, grocer 3] Henry Talbot of Butleigh Wootton, yeoman 4] William Hodges of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of term in trust to attend the fee of Bean Horses (2a), Butleigh. 1735

DD/S/BT/15/1/9 1] George Stibbens of Glastonbury 2] Ann Slade of Wells Declaration of trust for sale of estate in Glastonbury. 1752 [see also 15/1/12 – 1752]

10) Richard Slade of West Pennard Chr. 29 Sep 1702, s.o. Robert and Anne Slade, bur. 22 Oct 1774 West Pennard

From 1756 Mr. Slade began paying rates on 'part of Looks' in succession to Mrs. Elizabeth Pope of Lydford who died c. 1755. It is 1764 before the OOP actually give his forename Richard. In 1772 'or occupiers' was added to his name. In 1777/78 Stephen Holman was the occupier. From 1778/9 Richard Slade given as the ratepayer until 1780/81 when it is 'Slade late Richard Esq or Johnson Esq'. In 1784/5 the property was acquired by Stephen Holman.

See John Cannon for this family. Mary died of the smallpox as did her child. Richard married again and had two daughters by his second wife. On 23rd August 1735 John Cannon visited Elizabeth Pope who was distraught at the illness of her grandson Robert - 'being dangerously ill of fever contracted by the itch which he had caught at Somerton School lately, by which means he was in an ill state of body & it was fallen into his arms & legs which swelled so much that it was launced & laid open from the knee to the ancle, as also his arm.' (Money p. 217).

11) Henry Slade

The OOP paid Thomas Lemon's bill for medicines to treat Henry Slade's wife in June 1781.

Slocombe

1) William Slocombe b. 1875 (Dec Q 5c/389 Bridgwater) Bridgwater, gas worker, s.o. Louis and Mary J. Slocombe

Kate was a resident of Butleigh at the time of her marriage. Their only child, John P. was born in 1917. William's father was a jobbing carpenter and seems to have spent most of his latter life living alone or lodging with widow Sabinaa Rumble in Langport. William was staying with his grandmother Sophia Slocombe in Huntspill on the 1881 census and staying with an aunt Julia there in 1891 but thereafter is uncertain – but was in Burnham at the time of his marriage.

Small

1) George Small Chr. 12 Mar 1837 Long Sutton, labourer, s.o. Christopher and Frances Small, bur. 31 Aug 1892 (Sep Q 5c/ 291 Wells) Butleigh 91-115

George and Maria lived firstly in Wraxall, Ditcheat after their marriage, then moved to Lottisham. In 1891 George Small (56) lived with his wife Maria (60) and children Sidney J. (21) and George (19) in Rowley Lodge. George died in 1892 and Maria went to live with her son Sidney Small who had married Edith Pike in 1896. They lived in Wootton village by 1901 with their son Joseph (b. 1899). Sidney's brother George died in 1900 aged 29. Maria died in Wells Union Workhouse in 1908.

Henry had married Ellen and lived at Baltonsborough with daughter Mabel (8 months) while his brother Frank had married Harriet in 1887 and lived in West Lydford in 1891 with son William (3 – (2) below) and a daughter also called Mabel (5 months).

1a) Sidney James Small b. 1879 (Dec Q 5e/534 Shepton Mallet) Lottisham, agricultural labourer, d. 1 Jul, bur. 4 Jul 1942 Butleigh 91-115, 01W-141

In 1901 Sidney lived in three rooms at Butleigh Wootton with his wife, son Joseph, and his mother. In 1911 Sidney and Edith lived with Joseph in 3 rooms at 40 Butleigh and they had a boarder, Alfred Davis (29 b. Butleigh).

1a1) Joseph Henry James Small b. 13 Jun, Chr. 6 Aug 1899 (Sep Q 5c/430 Wells) Butleigh, d. 6 Dec, bur. 9 Dec 1967 Butleigh 01W-141

Joseph was renting 70 Butleigh at £10 per annum in 1947

2) William George Small b. 1888 (Jun Q 5c/473 Shepton Mallet) Lottisham, agricultural labourer, s.o. Frank and Harriet Small, bur. 18 Jul 1958 Butleigh

William is found at Lottisham up to the 1911 census. In 1914 they lived at Rowley Cottage when Evelyn was born but were at Moorhouse by 1917. William rented No. 86 Butleigh [Moorhouse] for £8 8s 0d per annum at the 1947 estate sale. At his death he was living at 44 Butleigh.

3) Jeffery Nelson Small b. 1912 (Sep Q 5c/718 Shepton Mallet), stone cutter, s.o. William George Small

Smart

1) Mr. Smart – in 1763 – 65 Mr. Smart was paid his bill by the CW. A Smart family lived in Glastonbury.

Smith

1) Matthew Smith bur. 2 Apr 1622 Butleigh

2) John Smith bur. 24 Oct 1668 Butleigh

3) Thomas Smith died 1672

Thomas appears in the 1672 list of commoners. In 1673 he was 'the late Thomas Smith'. William (next) was probably his son. In 1673 the property next to that of Thomas paid rates under John Smith but then no more – possibly another son?

3a) William Smith died 1699?

William was churchwarden in 1680 and is mentioned in the wardens accounts in 1696. He paid rates from 1673-1699. In 1698/9 he took James Pirkes as an apprentice. In 1693 William paid over to the Overseers the interest from the Dyer Symcockes legacy (2 guineas).

4) George Smith d. 1678?

In 1677 a George Smith paid rates jointly with Andrew Ham. Andrew paid alone in '78. His son George paid rates [on the same property] from 1691 – 1734. In 1735 George Smith was replaced by Thomas Trayne. Thomas had acquired the Trays Farm Estate in Compton Dundon from George Smith in 1735.

In 1691 Joane Smith had paid rates jointly with Henry Gatherin – until 1696. In 1697 John Willcox paid the rate with Henry Gatherin on that property..

5) Abel Smith

Abel paid rates from 1682 – 1687, '88 is missing but by 1689 the rate was paid by his widow Elizabeth and she paid until 1700. In 1701 she was the late Elizabeth Smith. The next person may be her daughter.

6) Elizabeth Smith bur. 17 Feb 1715 Butleigh

This must be the Elizabeth receiving Symcockes bequest money [for the poor] in 1709-11.

7) Elizabeth Smith bur. 21 Aug 1737 Butleigh

Elizabeth was given £1 15s 0d by the OOP in 1734 towards new clothes. In 1736 and 1737 she received relief from the OOP. In 1737/8 the OOP paid for her coffin and shroud and making an affidavit.

8) Charles Smith – appears in the CW accounts for 1744-45 when they paid his bill.

9) Hannah Smith

In Oct. 1767 the OOP paid for her 'order of removal' and from November 1767 until June1768 they paid her assistance.

10) John Smith b. 1777, bur. 30 Jan 1846 (Mar Q 10/357 Wells) Butleigh - nfi

11) Mary Ann Smith b. 1805 Wincanton, bur. 10 Apr 1861 (Jun Q 5c/399 Wells) Butleigh 51-31

Mary Ann (46), a widow, was visiting Sarah Richards in Fore Street in 1851 alongside another person from Wincanton - James Andrews (69), also a widower. p9 She died in Butleigh aged 52.

12) Charlotte Smith b. 1829 Southsea, Hants, nurse 71-72

Charlotte was the widow of Hugh Smith (inspector in a turnery works) with whom she lived in Deptford St. Paul, Kent, in 1851. In 1861 she was a nurse and lodged at 3, Buckingham Gate Houses, Westminster, the home of Ralph Neville-Grenville. She transferred with him to Butleigh Court and appeared there in 1871. She is no relation to her namesake (next). Nfi

13) Ann Charlotte Smith b. 1841 (Dec Q 25/439 Tynemouth) Tynemouth, Northumberland, governess, d.o. Thomas and Anne Smith 71-72

Ann Charlotte lived with her parents at 4, Haliday Place, Tynemouth in 1851 - her father was a draper. In 1871 she was a governess at Butleigh Court. Nfi

14) Jane Louisa Smith b. 1822 Poole, Dorset, died 1906 (Jun Q 5c/296 Wells) 01-145

The widow Jane Smith lived with her unmarried daughter Sarah A. Cross (49) at Eades Farm in 1901. p92 They lived in Eades Cottage with Albert Cox (54) a visiting farmer, on census night. Jane Louisa Smith came from Trent, Somerset in 1891 where she ran the "Seymour's Arms Inn" as a licensed victualler, together with Sarah her daughter. Previously they had lived in the "Roe and Crown" in Trent while Jane's second husband David Smith (b. 1820) still lived. Jane died in 1906 aged 83.

15) William Smith b. 1829 Butleigh, cordwainer/shoemaker, s.o. Charles and Mary Smith

In 1841 William had lived in Yeovil with his parents - his father was a labourer and mother a glover.

William and his wife Mary Ann (b. 1829 Twickenham) lived at Finsbury in 1851 - he gave his pob then as Yeovil and they then lived in Bell Lane Twickenham in 1861 with five children (oldest 11). On all subsequent censuses he gave his pob as Butley (Butleigh). They lived in Bell Lane, Twickenham in 1871 with six children. In 1881 he was still there but widowed. By 1891 and then also in 1901 William lived at 3, Undercliff Terrace, Hastings with two daughters (one a widow) and a granddaughter. In 1911 he was at 4, Mount Pleasant, St. Leonards on Sea, Sussex with his widowed daughter Mary Perois.

16) Sophia Smith b. 1808 Cheshunt, Herts., ladies maid 51W-39

Sophia worked at Wootton House in 1851 and though she stated then that she was unmarried seems to be the wife of Thomas Smith and had appeared with him from 1841 - 1861 after which she was widowed.

17) Alfred Smith Chr. 26 Dec1869 Hornblotton/Alford, gardener, s.o. John and Susan Smith 91W-117

This couple lived at 23, Butleigh Wootton in 1891. In 1901 they lived in four rooms atIvy House, Berrow where they had a daughter Queenie and Alfred was a 'farmer' - Queenie's pob given as Glastonbury. In 1911 Alfred, Emma and Queenie lived at Osborne House,Berrow, Burnham where Emma was a boarding house keeper, Queenie's pob Butleigh. Alfred's parents had lived at Hornblotton at the time of his birth.

18) Mary B. Smith b. 1884 Alcombe, under-housemaid 01W-140

Mary worked at Butleigh Wootton House in 1901. Nfi

19) Mabel Annie Smith b. 1892 (Mar Q 9d/9 York)? York, housemaid, d.o. Edmund Francis John and Annie Smith

Mabel appeared as a visitor at the home of Alfred and Fanny Higgins in 1911 and married their son Charles in 1912. In 1901 she had appeared with her mother Annie and step-father Charles Fairburn at 32 Knavesmire Crescent, Micklegate York. Edmund Francis John Smith had married Sarah Ann Grundy in 1887 (Dec Q 7b/43 Worksop). After Edmund's death Annie married Charles Fairburn in 1898 (Dec Q 9d/85 York).

20) Charles Smith b. 1896, d. 27 Sep, bur. 1 Oct 1912 Butleigh

Uncertain who this boy was – related to the last?

21 Edward Arthur Smith Hackney employee

A large number of other children born in different parts of England 1925 – 1942 probably belong to this couple. .

22) Alice Smith b. 1867, d. Dec 14, bur. 15 Dec 1946 Butleigh

Alice died at 35, Rock Road, Trowbridge and may have been Butleigh born.

23) Herbert Campbell Smith b. 1871, bur. 16 Nov 1948 Butleigh

24) Sidney Reginald Smith b. 1887, bur. 8 Oct 1943 Butleigh

25) Cyril Pomeroy Smith b. 1896 (Mar Q 6a/62 Barton Regis, Glos.) s.o. Percy G. A. and Ellen G. Smith, d. 26 Jun, bur. 2 Jul 1985 Butleigh

Cyril hired a complete train c. 1951 to transfer his whole stock of farm equipment and animals from Leicestershire [Freeby] to Butleigh where he had acquired Home Farm and several hundred acres. He was a most pleasant person to talk to, always having time to chat about the weather and current events. As newcomers in 1979 he made us feel at home – and at that time I didn't know that we even had links to Leicestershire and Freeby.

Smithfield

1) John Smithfield bur. 27 Mar 1727 Butleigh

John was churchwarden in 1704 and 1722/3 and mentioned in CW accounts 1705, 6 and 1710 and was overseer of the poor in 1710. He paid rates from 1695 – 27 and then his son John paid them A James mentioned in the wardens accounts in 1710 for killing 5 polecats and 4 hedgehogs was possibly John's son. (see above). In 1716 John was paid 'jail and Marshalsea & county bridges'.money by the OOP. Both John and James appear in John Cannon's diaries (Money pp. 55, 143, 154)

DD/S/BT/7/3/7 - 1] Joan Difford of Butleigh widow of Joseph Difford 2] James Periam the younger of Butleigh Wootton, gent, John Smithfield the elder of Butleigh, yeoman and Anne Vagg of Butleigh widow of John Vagg 3] Anne Pope of Butleigh Assignment of Moormeade close Date: 1723.

DD/S/BT/7/7/16 1] Sir Berkeley Lucy of St. Martin in the Fields, Bt., Robert Apreece of Washingley Hunts and wife Sarah, John Forster of Castleyard, London and Philip Bass of London, merchant tailor 2] James Periam of Butleigh gent and John Smithfield of Butleigh yeoman 3] John Periam of Butleigh, yeoman Agreement for conveyance of Butleigh rectory. 1726

DD/S/BT/7/3/7 1] Joan Difford of Butleigh widow of Joseph Difford 2] James Periam the younger of Butleigh Wootton, gent, John Smithfield the elder of Butleigh, yeoman and Anne Vagg of Butleigh widow of John Vagg 3] Anne Pope of Butleigh
Assignment of Moormeade close and 1a at Lower Barehill, Butleigh. 1727

1a) John Smithfield bur. 17 Jun 1743 Butleigh

John paid the rates from 1727 until his death in 1743 then Mrs. Smithfield In 1747/8 she added 'part of late Sarah/Ann Kelways' to her properties though she seems to have given up the Sarah Kelways part the following year. Ursula died in 1766 but the rates still paid by Mrs or the Misses/Miss Smithfield until 1819 and then 'the late Miss Smithfield' which it remained until post 1827. In the Kings Sedgemoor Ground the rates paid from 1796 – 1800 in the name of Ursula then 'late Mrs. Smithfield' or 'Miss Smithfield' up to 1814 in which year the common acquired by Mrs. Hood.

Sarah married Butleigh 18 May 1785 Richard Holman. On the same gravestone as Ursula above and her daughters is Ursula died 17 Feb 1861 aged 64.Agnes Smithfield married Butleigh 23 Feb 1767 John Perriam

DD/S/BT/7/7/19-20 1] James Periam of Butleigh gent and John Smithfield of Butleigh yeoman 2] John Periam of Butleigh, yeoman 3] Sir Edward Seymour of Maiden Bradley 4] Francis Seymour of Maiden Bradley Mortgage of Butleigh rectory, messuage, 61a and Hutchins (8a), and Churchhouse, Butleigh. With counterpart. 1727

DD/S/BT/7/7/21 1] James Periam of Butleigh gent 2] John Smithfield of Butleigh yeoman Partition deed of Butleigh rectory and of a judgment debt 1727

DD/S/BT/7/7/23 1] Revd Thomas Keate of Somerton and John Smithfield of Butleigh yeoman 2] William Howe of Shepton Mallet Assignment of Butleigh rectory, 61a and Hutchins (8a), Westwood (24a) and Churchhouse, Butleigh. 1733

DD/S/BT/4/2/18 1] Revd Thomas Keat of Somerton and John Smithfield of Butleigh yeoman 2] William Howe of Shepton Mallet 3] Thomas Periam the elder of Butleigh, blacksmith Assignment of Beare Croft (4a) and 1/2a arable in Sower Down in the West field of Butleigh, part of a mortgaged leasehold estate. 1733

DD/S/BT/7/7/22 1] Sir Edward Seymour of Maiden Bradley, Wilts 2] Francis Seymour of Sherborne, Dors 3] Revd Thomas Keate of Somerton and John Smithfield of Butleigh yeoman 4] William Howe of Shepton Mallet Assignment of mortgage term in Butleigh rectory and lands. 1733

DD/S/BT/8/7/17 1] Joan James of Butleigh 2] Thomas Brice 3] John Smithfield of Butleigh Wootton, yeoman Assignment of mortgage of 3a in Southmoor, Henly (3a) and Darksham (1a), Butleigh [DD/S/BT/8/7/15-19 tied together] 1736

DD/S/BT/8/7/18 1] Joan James 2] John Smithfield 3] Richard Holman of Butleigh Wootton Assignment of mortgage of 3a in Southmoor, Henly (3a) and Darksham (1a), Butleigh. [DD/S/BT/8/7/15-19 tied together] 1738

DD/S/BT/26/3/4 - Agreement between James Grenville and Ursula Smithfield to exchange land in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1771.

DD/S/BT/13/1/25 1] Mary and Sarah Smithfield of Butleigh Wootton 2] James Grenville 3] Thomas Gould of Middle Temple Assignment of a moiety of a 3-a close in Southmoor, Butleigh 1782

DD/S/BT/8/6/3 - 1] James Grenville of Butleigh 2] John Periam of Butleigh Wootton and wife Agnes Smithfield, Ursula, Mary and Sarah Smithfield of Butleigh Wootton Exchange of lands in Butleigh fields for 9a in Toghill's wood.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH Date: 1782.

1b) James Smithfield b. Butleigh

John Cannon relates that he trained James, son of a baker, to become an excise officer in Shepton Mallet division 1721. 'He was of a dull genius & very infirm being subject to an imposthume & asthma. However, he attained the business, was very careful, being settled at Chewton in the said county. And being seized with the smallpox he died thereof'. (Money p. 154).

Soames/Soemar

(Seymour?)

1) John Soomer

John Somer mentioned in the churchwardens accounts 1703-4 [son of John Seymour (10)?]

2) Jane Soumer bur. 14 Jan 1730 Butleigh

3) Thomas Soames bur. 2 May 1750 Butleigh

4) Ann Soemar bur. 27 Apr 1760 Butleigh

5) Ann Soomer bur. 20 Sep 1761 Butleigh

Sollway

1) Robert Sollway bur. 10 Jun 1657 Butleigh

Somers – see Summers

Somerville

1) James Curtis Somerville b. 26 Dec 1807, s.o. James Somerville Fownes and Frances Ilbert, died 13 Jun 1876 Bath

While Emily was in Butleigh Wootton with Frances in 1851, # her husband and son Arthur were still at their estate of Dinder House. Frances or Fanny married Henry Churchill Maxwell-Lyte on 3 Jan 1871 in Wells and she died in 1925. Arthur married Ellen Sharland in Jul 1880 in Kiddiminster, Worcs. His daughter Miss Marjorie Somerville (b. 7 Sep 1883) from Dinder, was a well known elocutionist who played the part of "Avalon" and spoke the Prologue at the famous "Butleigh Revel" of 1906. PHOTO Arthur, Ellen and Marjorie were the sole occupants of Dinder House PHOTO in 1911, plus 5 servants. Marjorie married the Rev. Geoffrey L. Porcher in April 1918 in Wells – she died in 1966. P

Soote

1) Robert Soote/Shoote junior, Street

Robert was responsible for bringing the legacy money to Butleigh for Stephen Steyning/Steaney (Stone) from 1694 and after Stephen's death in 1695. In 1696 the OOP paid 'expenses at Wells about Robert Soote'. Presumably he hadn't handed over the legacy money. There was a Soote tenement in Street in the 1770's

DD/S/BT/20/8/9 1] Thomas Tothill of Street, yeoman 2] John Cabble of Keinton Mandeville, yeoman Mortgage of Soots tenement and lands, Street. 1802.

Southey

1) Mary Southey b. 1845 Halberton, Devon, housemaid, d.o. Mary Southey 71-72

In 1851 Mary had lived with her widowed mother Mary (b. 1806 Willington) in Halberton where she farmed 30 acres. She served at Butleigh Court in 1871. In 1881 she was the cook at the rectory in Mells and in 1891 she was a housekeeper and living in Commercial Road, Uffculme Devon, looking after her mother Mary, a pauper.

Sowte

1) Richard Sowte Vicar of Butleigh 1575-1577 under the patronage of Christopher Symcockes

Sparkes

1) John Sparkes

In 1673 John Sparkes and his wife received Parish Relief (OOP)

2) William Sparkes

In August 1768 the OOP paid 2/6d to William's wife in her necessity. In Nov 1770 she received wheat in her distress.

Sparrow

1) Mary Sparrow b. 30 Nov 1897 (Dec Q 1a/165 Kensington) Somerton 'Court', Chr. 13 Jan 1898 Butleigh, d.o. Cecil Blair and Cara Mary (nee Thomas) Sparrow

Mary's father Cecil, classed as gentleman and landed proprietor, was b. 1860 in Penn, Staffs. His wife Cara was born in 1867, Mitcham, Surrey. Cecil was a graduate of Temple college, Oxford and in 1891, shortly after his marriage, lived in the 'Court House' Somerton where he carried out his profession as brewer, hence the proximity to Butleigh. In 1901 the family, including Mary, lived in 'The Manor', Church Preen, Shropshire, where Cecil's family had previously lived for some decades. By 1911 Mary's mother was a widow and they lived at Barnfield, Radbrook, Shropshire with three of Mary's younger siblings and five servants.

Spear

1) James Spear b. 1816 Somerset, sawyer 41-12

This family lodged in Oddway in 1841 then seem to disappear - nfi.

2) George Spear Chr. 6 Jan 1811 Thorncoffin, dairyman, s.o. William and Ann 71-76

In 1841 'Emiline' Cox had been a servant in Bruton and George a labourer in Yeovil Marsh, with his parents. In 1861 the couple lived at Melbury Bubb, Dorset. George (59) and wife Emeley (50) lived with Mercy Cox (19) a servant (and niece) on Butleigh Hill in 1871. In 1881 George, a farmer, and Emmeline lived in Babcary.

Spenser

[Spencer]

1) Edward Spencer [Edward Chr. 11 Jun 1633 Baltonsborough s.o. Edward Spencer]?

2) J. Spencer

The OOP paid for a journey to Glastonbury to J. Spencer's then to Somerton with two riders with a summons to John Everdell, by order of Mr. Gould and Lord Glastonbury.

3) Thomas Spencer b. 1826 Watford, Northants, coachman 51W-39

Thomas was a servant in Holdenby in Northants in 1841 before taking up the post of coachman at Wootton House where he appeared in 1851. Nfi.

4) Henry Spenser b. 1836 Butleigh

Page at 23, Royal Crescent, Walcot, Bath in 1851 with John Davis # - nfi

5) Henry Spencer b. 1876 farm labourer s.o. William Spencer, d. 30 Aug, bur. 20 Sep 1948 Butleigh

There may be a mistake in the register and this Bessie might be the daughter (b. 1883 South Petherton) of Job and Mary Harding who lived at Clapton, Cucklington, Wincanton in 1911. Job was a farm carter but labourer on the wedding certificate. Henry Spencer is more difficult to find at the moment. The immediately previous marriage in the Butleigh register is of an Elsie Mary Medway (b. 1901 Jun Q 6a/205 Bristol) whose father was given as Henry Spencer – she married Henry John Matthews on 23 Feb 1929 Butleigh. Henry was living at 67, Oddway at the time of his death.

Spillett

1) Daniel Spillett Chr. 12 Nov 1820 Chartham, Kent, coachman & servant, s.o. Thomas Spillett and Jemima Brenchley, died 1900 (Mar Q 3a/4 Staines) 71W-85

In 1861 Daniel had worked at Bradbourne Mansion, Sevenoaks, Kent. This couple lived at the Lodge, Wootton House in 1871. Daniel stayed in the employ of the Hood family and in 1881 was coachman to Amelia A. Hood at Pinewood, Tormohan Devon while his wife Priscilla remained in Wootton looking after the empty Wootton House. In 1911 the widowed 83 year old Phyllis lived at 'The Haven' Charlton rd, Shepperton, Penshurst Kent with her 60 years old spinster sister Maria Butcher.

Spitter

1) Alice Spitter Chr. 16 Aug 1890 (Dec Q 5c/439 Wells) Butleigh, d.o. James and Elizabeth Spitter

Alice was born in Glastonbury, Christened and died the same day. Her parents lived at 29, Northload Street, Glastonbury, in 1890 and had several mature children. In 1901 they were at 69, Chilkwell Street.

Splot(t)

1) Thomas Splott bur. 30 Sep 1666 Butleigh

Mary as a widow paid the rates from 1673 to 1702. Thomas paid the rate thereafter.

DD/S/BT/4/5/13 - 1] John Webb of Butleigh 2] Thomas Splott of Butleigh, husbandman Lease for lives of Millclose (40a) where windmill stood, in the West field north of highway from Marshall's Elm to Charlton and 6a are inclosed near Wickhams Cross in West field abutting Date: 1660.

DD/S/BT/7/5/1 - 1] Thomas Splott of Butleigh, yeoman and Mary Splott of Butleigh, widow 2] Richard Grimsted the elder of Baltonsborough Feoffment of three closes called Easthill (40a) in Butleigh Wootton.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date range: 1671 - 1672.

DD/S/BT/4/5/31 1] Katherine Webb and son John 2] John Bishop of Butleigh, yeoman Lease for lives of 1a near Splotts house and 1a at Sower Down in West field, Butleigh. Rent 6d.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date range: 1693 - 1694.

1a) Thomas Splott bur. 14 Dec 1721 Butleigh

Thomas mentioned in the churchwardens accounts for killing a hedgehog in 1699. A child of Thomas Splott is recorded as being buried in 1692 Butleigh (OOP). Thomas paid the rates from 1703-1721. Late Thomas Splott in 1722. He laid out 2 shillings in 1695 for a warrant for two waywardens to take their office (OOP). He was Overseer in 1714.

2) Susanna Splot of Butleigh married William Kelway in Somerton 12 Mar 1721 (Phill.)

Spracket

1) Thomas Sprackett

In 1741 the OOP paid for William Periam making Elizabeth Sprats grave – possibly the mother of this child. In 1750-51 Thomas provided 6 ton or more of tiles for the church roof during the rebuilding.

Sprague

1) William Sprague b. 1828 Gittisham, Devon, gardener

In 1851 this couple lived in Whitchurch, Devon with a two month old daughter Elizabeth, born there. This daughter presumably died. The William born in Butleigh was probably the one who died in 1859 (Mar Q 1a/95 Chelsea). In 1861 William and Elizabeth lived in 5, Mill Place, Chelsea South, Middlesex.

Sprat

1) Elizabeth Sprat

In 1741 the OOP paid for William Periam making Elizabeth Sprats grave – Spracket? The OOP paid for her shroud, ringing the bell, brandy and carrying her to church.

Spurlock

[Spirlick, Spurluck]

1) Alice Spurlock widow bur. 7 Aug 1600 Butleigh

2) Joanna Spurlock d.o. Hugh Chr. 4 Feb 1601 Butleigh

3) William Spurlock s.o. Henry Chr. 10 Mar 1604 Butleigh

4) Henry Sporlick

In Jan 1787 Henry was issued with a warrant for his examination.

5) James Spirleck b. 1792 Butleigh, labourer, bur. 25 Aug 1866 (Sep Q 5c/355 Wells - Spurlock) Butleigh 41-12, 51-34, 61-58

A James Spurlick received 2 guineas from the OOP for the local [militia service?] in Feb 1813.

In the Parish Records it is recorded that James and family were 'received into the church' on 17 Aug 1823 which may explain why Mary Ann was Christened twice? - her life may have been precarious at birth and she was baptised as a precaution. In Jan 1827 the OOP paid relief to James' wife in her illness. In the rate assessment of 1827/8 James paid rates on a cottage with 'another'.

In 1841 Mary Ann was a servant aged '15' at the house of Jonah Connock in Water Lane. Mary appeared as a servant at Redlake Farm, Hartlake, Glastonbury in 1851 and is probably the Mary Ann Spurlock of Butleigh who married widowed labourer John Howell (b. 1811 Bruton) in 1866 (Sep Q 5c/891 Wells). They lived in Wells and she occurred there on censuses up to 1891. Mary Ann died in 1895 (Mar Q 5c/421 Wells). James was a widower when he married Maria Hodges. In 1841 James and Mary lived alone in Oddway but in 1851 they lived at Back House in Back Street and finally in 1861 in the High Street. Maria died in 1861 and James in 1866.

5a) John Spurlock Chr. 22 Mar 1821 Butleigh, labourer, died 1901 (Sep Q 2a/221 Kingston) 41-10, 51-38, 61-61 PHOTO

Mary Ann Talbott gave her father's name as John Lovell (stone cutter) at her marriage and she was 'under age' at the time, though she had already given birth to Eliza.

John Spirlick (15) was a lodger/visitor at No. 12, High Street in 1841, the home of William Hockey. He married Mary Ann Talbott in 1843 and in 1851 they were to be found at 49, Back Street with their children Eliza, Harriet and Sarah Ann. Lodging with them were Mary Ann's mother Jane Talbot (48), unmarried, and William (23) her brother. Jane was previously in Sealy's Row and William a manservant in the village.

In 1861 John (40) and wife Mary Ann (38) lived with daughters Harriet, Sarah Ann and Fanny plus sons Sidney, William and Frank. Lodging with them again was Mary Ann's mother Jane Talbot (58) .

Eliza had a son Sidney born in 1866 in Aberdeen. She married cordwainer John Thomas (b. 1836 Newtown, Montgom.) in 1867 (Sep Q 1a/1068 Marylebone) and they thereafter lived in Marylebone from 1871 to 1881.

Harriet married Edmund Buttery in 1870 (Mar Q 1a/751 Marylebone) and they lived in Kensington - she was widowed by 1901 but still on the census in 1911 living at 158, Kingston Rd., New Malden Surrey together with her mother Mary Ann Spurlock (89)and spinster sister Alice Spurlock.

In 1871 Mary A. Spurlock (48) lived with Sidney, Frank and three new daughters; Ann b. 1864, Alice b. 1866 and Emily. Jane Talbot described as 'mother' was aged 77. Sidney was oddly given a birthplace in Kent. When the family later moved to Stogursey he too went with them and married a local girl, Sarah Jane Venn in 1877 (Jun Q 5c/433 Williton) and lived in Back Street Cottage there in 1881 with son Henry. In 1901 Sidney and Sarah lived in Fairfield Lodge (belonging to the Acland-Hoods) Strington, Somerset. Sidney was buried in Stogursey on 9 Nov 1920 while his wife Sarah died of the flu' and was buried Stogursey 5 Dec 1918.

Mary's husband John had lodged in Stogursey, St. Andrew St. in 1871 where it seems he had found work. Then the Spurlock family, John, Mary plus Alice and Emily, moved to Castle Street, Stogursey by 1881. In 1891 John and Mary lived alone at 15, Fox, Purton, Wilts. - 'on their own means'.

Mary and John finally settled in New Malden, Surrey 'living on their own means' by 1901.

Sarah Ann married a messenger, Edwin Johnson, in 1870 (Sep Q 1a/1009 Marylebone) and they lived in London at 27, Parliament St., Westminster together with her sister Annie and brother William. #

Alice Spurlock went to live with her brother William in Fenchurch Street, London by 1891, by which time he was married to Agnes Miles (b. Surrey) [1888 (Mar Q 1a/537 St. George, Hanover Sq.)] and had two sons. In 1901 William was at 70, Gracechurch St., All Hallows, City of London. In 1911 he lived at 168/170 Fenchurch St., London EC with his wife and three sons.

Annie married Frank Matthews in 1888 (Dec Q 5a/87 Cricklade) and they lived in Paddington where they were visited by their nephew William Spurlock (18) in 1901. In 1911 they lived at 31, Hormead Rd., Maida Hill, Paddington with their three sons.

Frank became a railway porter and lodged at 11, Gooch St., Swindon in 1881. He married Lucy Payne from Kilve in 1882 (Mar Q 5a/22 Highworth, Wilts). By 1891 they had five children and lived at 2, Queens Terrace, Swindon. Frank was still a porter. By 1901 he was a railway inspector and lived at 14, Station Road East, Swindon with six of his children.

Emily seems to have married Albert Sutton # c. 1885 and they appear in Purton Wilts from 1891 – 1911 having had 9 children – but no marriage found.

6) Martha Spurlock b. April/May 1850, bur. 15 Oct 1850 Butleigh - possibly an illegitimate daughter of Mary Ann Spurlock (the only candidate that fits)?

7) Mary Spurlock b. April/May 1850, bur. 13 Mar 1851 (Mar Q 10/387 Wells) Butleigh - from Wells Union Workhouse - twin of last? Neither birth seems recorded.

8) Mary Spirlick b. 1804, bur. 12 Sep 1827 Butleigh - a sister of James (1)?

Spurryer/Spurrier

1) Agnes Spurrier widow bur. 26 Apr 1598 Butleigh

2) Nicholas Spurrier bur. 5? Feb 1615 Butleigh

Elizabeth married Butleigh 4 Oct 1631 Edward Ewens

3) John Spurryer

John received Poor relief in 1613

Squibb

1) Robert Squibb

A Joanne Squibb received Poor relief in 1613 who may have been Robert's mother?

1a) Richard Squibb

Squier/Squire(s)

1) Laurence Squier

2) Henry Squire died 1685?

Henry paid rates from 1673-1685 and then the rate was 'Late Prudence Squire'.

DD/S/BT/5/6/31 1] Robert Talbot and Edmund Hole 3] Henry Squier of Somerton, blacksmith Assignment of Blackthorne (1.5a) in Butleigh. Rent 2s. [Tied together with DD/S/BT/5/6/2 and 5/6/4]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1671.

DD/S/BT/5/6/4 1] Henry Squier 2] Prudence Squier Assignment of Buckthorne (1.5a) in Butleigh. Rent 2s. [Last three documents tied together]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1673.

2a) John Squire senior died 1723?

In 1693 an order for removal was made against John Squire and his family (OOP). Joane Squire mentioned as supplying oil for the church bells in 1689 and John mentioned in 1703-10 as witness to the churchwardens accounts and killing a hedgehog. John paid rates from 1703-23, from 1718 jointly with his son John. In 1716 he received rents for tenants Atwool, Bakehouse, Parker and Symcockes from the OOP. He was Overseer in 1713.

DD/S/BT/11/2/3 1] James Samson of Podimore Milton, yeoman 2] John Squier of Somerton, carpenter Assignment of 3a wood above Nodway, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1708.

DD/S/BT/5/7/3 1] Jacob Meaker of Barton St. David, husbandman and wife Mary daughter of Robert Stone decd, John Warman of Barton St. David, husbandman and wife Elizabeth daughter of Robert Stone decd 2] John Squier the elder of Butleigh, broadweaver Assignment of 5yds Date: 1716.

2a1) John Squire shoemaker, bur. 23 May 1766 Butleigh

John paid rates in his own name from 1724 – 1765. He appears in the churchwarden's accounts supplying leather and work in the church. John appears in the OOP accounts providing shoes for the poor – e.g. 1738/9. He was Overseer in 1742. In 1746/47 John Squire made a pair of shoes for John Parker and John Squire waited on the Somerton justices with John Andrews. He was churchwarden in 1746/7. His rent was paid in 1751-52. In Dec 1764 Mary was paid for going to Somerton and Wells with Ann Bagwell (OOP). In May 1772 Mary received relief in her necessity and was paid until Feb 1775.

Mary married Richard Sheate and Betty married John Lucas of Butleigh. Elizabeth Squire of Butleigh married William Glendining in Somerton on 16 Apr 1746 (Phill.)

DD\BR\Ho/19 3 cottages 'abutting against the Streate... [and] the garden belonging... to the ancient house formerly called Clappes', with land in East Field, purchased from Clapp by Squiar family of Butleigh. Marriage settlement, John Squiar, jun., of Butleigh and Elizabeth Browning, 1715.

DD/S/BT/5/7/6 - 1] William Fisher, his wife Ann and sons William of Somerton, husbandman and James of Butleigh, tallow chandler 2] John Squier the younger of Butleigh Assignment of Casway Close (2a) in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1717.

DD/S/BT/5/7/9/ - 1] Mary Squier of Butleigh widow of John 2] Richard Sheate of Butleigh, yeoman and wife Mary daughter of John Squier by first wife Elizabeth Browning 3] Betty Lucas of Butleigh widow of John and daughter of John Squier and Elizabeth Browning Assignment Date: 1766.

DD/S/BT/5/7/10 - Letters of administration of property of John Squier decd granted to his widow Mary.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1766.

3) Lilian Sarah Squires b. 30 Dec 1888, Chr. 31 Mar 1889 (Mar Q 5c/496 Wells) Butleigh d.o. Edward and Eliza Ann Squires

Lilian lived with her parents in 1891 at Deansgrove, Wimborne Minster, Dorset. Her father was a groom. In 1901 they lived at Organford, Lytchett Minster, Dorset where her father was both groom and gardener.

4) Frederick John Squire mason's labourer

Frederick and Thelma had seven more children in the Wells district between 1935 and 1945.

5) Bernard Frank Squires b. 1915 quarryman

Stacey

1) Thomas Stase

Ruth married Butleigh 30 Oct 1662 Edward Larkam while Alice married 13 may 1664 John Parratt

DD/S/BT/6/2/2-3 - 1] Thomas Symcockes of Butleigh 2] Thomas Stacey of Butleigh and daughters Ruth and Alice Lease for lives of a triangular plot in the street of Butleigh 54ft by 54 ft by 60 ft with highways on the north-east and south-west. Rent 8d. Endorsed with 1652 Date: 1650.

2) Thomas Stacey b. 1800 Wincanton, farmer, died 1866 (Jun Q 5c/363 Wincanton). 61-54

In 1851 the Stacey family had farmed in Queen Camel. Thomas' wife Tryphena's had died in 1855. Thomas was the widowed father-in-law of George Gare of Lower Hill Farm and was visiting him and his wife Tryphena in 1861. Thomas died in 1866. #

3) William Leaker Stacey b. 1833 Curry Rivel, carpenter, bur. 26 Jul 1879 (Sep Q 5c/315) Butleigh 51W-39, 61-47, 71-80

In 1851 William was an apprentice carpenter living with Joseph Grant at Butleigh Wootton on the Glastonbury Road while Martha lived with her father, a farmer at Marshall's Elm. They married in 1856.

In 1861 William (28), a carpenter, lived with his wife Martha and children John, William and Mary on 'Glaston Road'.

In 1871 at 28, High Street, William operated the Carpenters Shop and they had three more children. William died in 1879 aged 46.

Mary Long was a servant at Cleddy Lodge, Camrose, Pembrokeshire (home of M. W. Owen JP) in 1881 but was in Chelsea, 41, Cadogan Square, in 1891, ladysmaid to Henry James, barrister, MP. She married George King in 1899 (Jun Q 1b/506 Islington) and appears on the 1901 census as a visitor at the Wright household, Frome Park, Donhead St. Andrews, Wilts. In 1911 and childless they were apartment house keepers living at 28, Run Ave., Eastbourne.

Caroline was an under housemaid in Hereford Gardens, Bond Street, Hanover Sq., London in 1881 (house of Philip C. Hardwick JP). In 1891 she was a ladysmaid alongside her sister Alice (a cook) at 28, Belgrave Sq., London, home of Robert Carew. In 1901 Caroline and Alice were still in service with Robert Carew. In 1909 (Dec Q 1d/1134 Wandsworth) Caroline Eliza Stacey married order room clerk William Wilfred Nicholls and in 1911 they lived at 23 Willcott Rd., Aston, Brentford with a 6 month old son Robert (Caroline aged 42). Alice however remained in service with Robert Carew as cook and appears on the 1911 census at 28, Belgrave Square.

In 1881 Martha Stacey (48), widow, lived in Butleigh with her children John (23), William (22), Fred (12), Harry (10) and Alice Emily (8) and Nellie (Ellen).

Martha and Ellen lived in Curry Rivel by 1891 (next to Charles Stacey, - her brother-in-law?) and Martha died in 1899.

John was a carpenter lodging in Broadmayne, Dorset (1891 - 1901).

William was a carpenter and married Bessie Horsey in 1885 (Dec Q 5c/697 Wells) and they lived in West Street, Somerton in 1891.

Fred lodged at 28, High Street, Butleigh between 1891 - 1901 and didn't marry until 1902 (Jun Q 5c/623 Langport). He appears with his wife Emily Gardiner and daughter Gwendoline (b. 1909 Glastonbury) on the 1911 census at 38, High Street Glastonbury, profession motor engineer..

Harry, a painter and plumber lodged in 1891 at 51, Walton St., Chelsea, London and lodged at Bailey Hill, Castle Cary with his unmarried aunt (?) Jane Stacey (b. 1847 Bruton) in 1901.

Ann was visiting her aunt and uncle (Miller) in Street in 1871. She was still with them in 1881 (Millard). In 1901 as 'Annie' she was the cook at Park Place, Remenham, Berkshire and married coachman John Bowyel Dumbleton in 1908 (Sep Q 1a/1021 St. George Hanover Sq.). In 1911 they lived at Park Place, Henley on Thames, Berks..

4) Harriett Stacey Chr. 27 Mar 1831 Charlton Musgrove, ladies maid, d.o. George and Mary Stacey 61W-63

Harriett worked at Wootton House in 1861. Her father was a labourer. Nfi but may have married.

Staley

1) Alfred Evelyn Staley b. 28 Mar 1854 Downe Lodge, Wandsworth, judge, s.o. Thomas Nettelship and Catherine Staley, d. 1926 (Dec Q 5c/389 Langport) Keinton Mandeville

Alfred's father was a schoolmaster who became Bishop of Honolulu, where Alfred then spent three years before being schooled in Concord New Hampshire. He entered the Indian Civil Service in 1873 and went to India in 1875, returning to England by 1886. He visited his aunt and uncle in Plympton, Devon for health reasons and met their the orphaned Mary MacKinnon who, together with her two sister lived with their uncle Lachlan MacKinnon. After marriage Alfred and his wife returned to India in Jan 1889, as a Judge at Cuttack Their first child, a son, was born Cuttack. Alfred returned to England in August 1889 with appendicitis plus wife and child but was back in India in 1890 where he became judge at Bachergunge for four years. Dorothea was born in 1892 and a son Christopher in 1893. The family returned to England in 1894 then back to India in 1897. Christopher died in New Brighton in 1898. He bought Coombe Hill Farm [Barton St. David, Keinton Mandeville] in 1901 and returned to India as a judge in 1903 finally retiring in August 1906. In 1901 Dorothea lived in Ilfracome with her mother and her mother's relatives.

He must have been well acquainted with Robert Neville Grenville since he took a similar interest in fish farming and fruit growing. In his 'Journal' on-line he states, regarding Coombe Hill Farm:

The stables were built onto the old harness room in 1905, and the garden walls built in 1906 by Jas Cox & Son. The fishpond in the spring orchard was made by Trippick of Butleigh in the summer of 1906. The fishpond south west of the house was also made by him in the spring of 1907. The warmest things in the spring orchard and the Bramley seedling ... the garden wall were planted in 1902 by March of Keinton.

On 27 Feb 1908 Alfred mentioned meeting Robert Neville Grenville at Wincanton, East Somerset Unionist Association Meeting. In April he turned 8,000 brown trout into the river Brue (the previous year 23,000 and 1000 yearlings – no doubt the Butleigh fishponds and RNG had some connection).

Dorothea took part in the Butleigh Revel in 1906 as the 'Head Girl' of Taunton School, who presented a sword to Monmouth – she was probably a pupil of the Rev. Berkeley at Butleigh Vicarage at the time. In 1908 she went to Paris for three months to learn French. Dorothea's mother died in 1915 of breast cancer and her son died in action in 1916. Dorothea married 31 Jul 1917 (Sep Q 1a/916 Chelsea) Valentine Waymouth Stocker, a Lieutenant in the New Zealand Field Artillery. He received the MC in France and after the War they emigrated to New Zealand where a son was born 12 Dec 1918 – Francis Hugh. Alfred trained as a mechanic from 1916 and set up his own garage. He married again in 1919.

Starkiss

1) George Starkiss, gardener Chr. 18 Mar 1838 (Mar Q 6/475 Hertford) Stapleford s.o. Thomas and Sarah (nee Ackers) Starkiss, died 23 Aug 1899 Addington

George Starkiss was born 1838, s.o. Thomas (b. 1805 Stapleford, Herts) and Sarah Starkiss (b. 1809 Bengeo) and in 1841/51 they lived in Bengeo Hertfordshire – George had a sister Harriet. In 1851 both the son and father were Agricultural Labourers. In 1861 George was a lodger in Cheshunt and his occupation was given as 'gardener' [name misread as Hackiss!] and in 1863 married Ellen/Eleanor.

George and Eleanor (Ellen) had a daughter Sarah before their next two daughters were Christened in Butleigh in 1866 and 1870. They left for New Zealand aboard the “Charlotte Gladstone” on 5 Nov 1870 and arrived 30 Jan 1871. One of his descendants Mike Brown was in possession of two watercolours (P) which were presented to the family as a leaving present when they left Butleigh. The paintings have now returned home to Butleigh Court.

In 1885 George was mentioned in Guide to Christchurch, NZ, as a curator of of the gardens at Hagley Park, where he had worked for some 13 years. On August 23 1899 at Bright's Road Addington New Zealand a George Starkiss died aged 61 (i.e. born 1838). See note below about George Starkiss, Hagley Park and the introduction of Trout to New Zealand.

Of George and Eleanor's daughters;

Sarah Starkiss married George Herbert Hepworth on 2 Oct 1888 Addington. He was a pharmacist and his premises known as the Hepworth Building (now called Steeles Bldg) was situated at 166, The Square Palmerston North, built in 1917.

Harriet never married but has the following entry in the Cyclopedia of New Zealand (Canterbury Provincial District) – Primary Schools.

'Harriet E. Starkiss Headmistress of the Infant Department of the Gloucester Street School, Canterbury, New Zealand, is a native of Butleigh, Somersetshire, England. Arriving in the Colony with her parents at a tender age, Miss Starkiss was educated at West Christchurch school, where she served a term of five years as a pupil-teacher. Obtaining a D certificate after one year's training at the Normal School, she became assistant-mistress in the infant department at West Christchurch, and after serving there for three and a half years, was transferred to Waltham school in 1891 as infant mistress. In December, 1894, Miss Starkiss was appointed to the position she holds at Gloucester Street school. She is a member of the North Canterbury Branch of the New Zealand Educational Institute, and has made a study of Kindergarten work, which she teaches in the school. Before undergoing her training at the Normal School, Miss Starkiss matriculated at Canterbury College.' She died in 1911.

Mary Ellen (called 'Nellie') married Mr. Thomas Gibson McGallan (b. 1867 Glasgow) on 5 May 1890, a school teacher who had emigrated to New Zealand in 1874. They had nine children. One of these children. Olga Prudence (b. c. 1898), married Reginald Brown (b. 1895), and their son Mike (b. 1941) owned the two watercolours mentioned above. He kindly allowed me to purchase them and return them to Butleigh Court.

Clara Starkiss married Frederick Henry Walter East on 15 Jun 1899. His family ran a well-known bookshop in Christchurch.

Fanny - On the 23rd Feb 1897 the results of the teachers examinations was published in the Wellington Star and a Fanny Starkiss passed in South Canterbury – she also appeared in the passes for North Canterbury on 23 Feb 1898. Fanny married a Frederick Alfrey on 14 Jun 1900.


Note: In 1864 the Canterbury Acclimatization Society was formed and part of Hagley Park given over to them for the introduction of foreign birds, fish and flora. The first attempt to introduce trout in 1867 into the specially built ponds failed but partial success was achieved in 1868 and 1869 and in subsequent years the breeding program thrived. George Starkiss was employed by the Society as the curator of these gardens (from 1871/2) and besides George's link with Butleigh, there may well be a link between Butleigh and the trout purchased by the Society in Tasmania (Hobart) for breeding in New Zealand. Trout were bred in Butleigh but when it began is uncertain though Robert Neville Grenville was known to have been breeding trout as a schoolboy at Eton in the 1850's. Rainbow trout were introduced to Blagdon reservoir lake in 1904 (the year after it was first filled) – supplied by Robert Neville-Grenville of Butleigh. In 1906 the SS Maori arrived in Dunedin carrying a consignment of Brown trout ova from Blagdon Lake of which 85% survived – considered a great success – this trout Butleigh link may be worth further investigation.


Steam/Steaney – see under Steyning

Steel

1) William Steel b. 1827 Uppingham, Rutland, time keeper

In 1881 Sarah lived in St. George's Hanover Square with husband and three children, the oldest Mary/May b. 1876 Chelsea. William was a widower when he married Sarah who was herself a widow. In 1891 as Sarah Steele she and her husband lived with and worked for a Frances pole at 3, Knightsbridge, Westminster. Their three teenage children lived with them.

By 1901 Sarah was widowed again and worked as cook for Ralph Neville (b. 1849 Esher) Barrister at Law. So far her maiden name hasn't been traced nor her first marriage. [see also under Young]

Steelman

1) John Steelman

John paid 13 weeks bastardy pay in 1815. The child seems to be Jane Baker Chr. 25 Dec Butleigh 1814 d.o Mary Baker. In Dec 1814 the OOP paid for a journey to Somerton and to South Brent to serve John Steelman with a warrant by order of Mr. Gould and Mr. Welch. A further journey with Mary Baker to swear to the father of her child. In Sep 1815 the OOP paid for a journey to Somerton with a summons for John for arrears in bastardy and to South Brent to serve him the warrant. A further summons issued in May 1816.

Stenhouse

1) Edward 'Ned' Ernest Stenhouse b. 1903 (Mar Q 5c/287 Taunton), Capt. Royal Engineers, s.o. Lieut. Col. Vivian Denman Stenhouse

The couple lived at Wootton House in 1934 and 2, Gaza Road, Bulford Barracks in 1937..

Stenson

1) Widow Stenson – paid rates in 1673 – she occupied Hyland (OOP)

Stevens

[Stephens]

1) Bartholomew Stevens – property on which rates were paid in 1696 listed as Late Bartholomew Stevens (OOP)

2) Grace Stevens – an arrest warrant issued concerning Grace Steven's base child in 1712 (OOP)

3) William Stevens b. 1831 Kingweston 41K-20, 51K-43, 61K-68, 71K-89, 81K-108, 91K-128, 01K-146

William was a blacksmith in Kingweston. In 1881 Susan, from the extensive Stevens family clan served at Butleigh Court and in 1884 she married John William Smith 1884 (Dec Q 5c/735 Langport). They lived at Ballard Lodge, Addington, Surrey in 1891 where John Smith was a butler.

4) John Stevens b. 18 Apr, Chr. 14 May 1809 Chard, blacksmith, s.o. James and Ann Stevens, died 1898 (Mar Q 5c/427 Wells)

John Stevens was a blacksmith in Curry Mallet in 1841. By 1851 John Henry jnr was called Henry and apprenticed as a carpenter to William Stagg in Sutton Mallet. By 1861 three of John's sons had moved to Butleigh Wootton with Andrew serving as an apprentice to Henry. In 1871 another son George lodged with Henry as a carpenter. The parents, Mary and John lived in Meare by 1891, both in their 80s.

4a) Henry John Stevens Chr. 14 Mar 1833 High Ham, wheelwright, d. 29 Oct, bur. 2 Nov 1912 (Dec Q 5c/535 Wells) Butleigh 61W-65, 71W-85, 81W-105, 91W-116, 01W-142 (see John Henry)

Henry and Harriet moved into Butleigh Wootton by 1861 with brother Andrew as an apprentice, and in 1871 ran the Carpenter's shop with brother George. In 1881 Harriett who was 12 years older than Henry must have been ill and they had a nurse in attendance - she died soon after the census. Henry married the next year and by 1891 Henry listed himself as a 'retired builder'.

In 1911 John Henry lived at 4 Butleigh Wootton with his grand-nephew Basil Lewis Rayes (33) and his wife Caroline Rayes (38).

4b) Simeon Robbins Stevens b. 1836 Curry Mallet, blacksmith, d. 22 Jun, bur. 6 Jun 1927 Butleigh 61W-63, 71W-85, 81W-105, 91W-116, 01W-142

Simeon and Rachel may have been in Butleigh Wootton from the time of their marriage. In 1861 Simeon lived there with his wife, daughter Emily and mother-in-law Elizabeth Perkins from Curry Mallet. In 1871 he ran the Blacksmith's Shop and his family had extended to four daughters. Emily married John William Rayes in Butleigh on 7 Mar 1876 (Mar Q 5c/761 Wells) and lived elsewhere in Butleigh Wootton. #

In 1881 Simeon, his wife and three daughters lived next to his daughter Emily and husband John Rayes. Rachel died in 1886 and in 1891 Simeon lived with daughters Hannah and Celia plus grandson George S. Rayes.

Alice Mary had married William Higgins (b. 1861 Shepton Mallet) in Butleigh on 7 Apr 1885 (Jun Q 5c/901 Wells) and they lived in Hind Hayes, Street by 1891. # Celia married farmer George Green (b. 1869 Compton Dundon) in Butleigh on 2 Feb 1893 (Mar Q 5c/691 Wells) and they lived in Compton Dundon in 1901. p151 Simeon and his daughter Hannah (Anna) lived alone by 1901 and Hannah was identified as being blind. She died in 1902 (Dec Q 5c/308 Wells) aged 43, bur. 13 Dec 1902 Butleigh. In 1911 Simeon lived alone at 5 Butleigh Wootton.

5) John Stevens of Frome

John Stevens was the landlord of Thomas Eastment of Butleigh to whom the Overseers sent rent from 1800 – see June 1803, March 1806.

6) Thomas Stevens b. 1866 Road, Wilts., groom 81-94

Thomas lodged at Butleigh Court Lodge in 1881. Nfi

Steward

1) Susan Steward b. 1825 St. Georges, Middlesex 61-48

Susan was an unmarried niece (35) from London who was visiting William Connor at the Post Office in 1861. This may be the same person (niece from London) who was visiting in 1871 - Susan Howard - nfi. #

Steyning

This surname is spelt a myriad of ways and it is possible that the surname Stone also is linked to it – see Stone below.

1) Stephen Steyning

Alice Stoney married Butleigh 31 Jul 1630 Joseph Svanns??

1a) Stephen Steyning bur. 2 Feb 1658 Butleigh [this Stephen?]

See next for a Stephen Steaney, Stoney, Steam, Steyning.

DD/S/BT/13/1/5 1] Robert Hebditch of Butleigh, yeoman 2] Thomas Steaney of Butleigh, husbandman Assignment of part Peckham lease (1562) to George Rodney of a messuage and land, Butleigh. [DD/S/BT/13/1/5-10 tied together]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT Date range: 1635 - 1636.

1b) Thomas Stoney

In 1678 a 'discharge' was written for a Stephen by the Overseers. In 1686 a search of the registers was made by a Mr. Clinton for matters relating to Stephen [presumably to see if the parish should pay for his relief – which they did from 1687-96]. He was bought clothes, shoes, his relief paid and he was attended when sick. In 1694 there is mention of a legacy to Stephen Stoney, brought by Robert Shoote [£1 6s 8d] of Street and the next year Mr. Robert Soote of Street paid Stephen (or the overseers) a sum of £5 13s 4d. Richard Gathren was paid a years assistance for Steven on two occasions. A Stephen Stoney was buried in 1696 Butleigh (OOP) and they paid for his shroud, grave and burial – and 4/- for his death to the King Tax. In 1696 he is referred to as the late Stephen Steaney and Robert Soote paid the overseers £3 9s 0d from his legacy.

Sticker?

1) William Sticker

Stickfold/Stidfold/Stilfoll

1) Robert Stidfold b. 1766 Somerset, labourer, bur. 8 Apr 1847 (Jun Q 10/380 Wells - Stitfold) Butleigh 41-5

In April 1816 the OOP paid for bread and cheese for Robert Stickfoldes family when brought, and 15/- in cash. Robert Stickfold received regular Parish relief thereafter. From April, May 1817 Robert's wife was ill and received relief until her death when the OOP paid for her coffin and burial. They also bought Robert some tools in Oct 1817. He received monthly relief and in Feb, March 1819 they paid relief to his daughter. In May 1819 the OOP bought Hannah 4 yds of coating. In 1821/22 Robert Stidfold had his rent paid by the OOP. In Aug 1822 Robert was paid by the OOP for mending John Oram's door. Hannah appears several times attending sick people in the village. In Feb 1824 Robert transported the goods of Ann and Mary Williams.

Robert as a widower married Ann Brice [the mother of three illegitimate children] in 1825. In Dec 1829 Ann Stetfoll was ill. Robert made repairs at the Poor House in Jan 1836 and his wife and daughter received relief. The couple lived at 8, Sealy's Row in the High Street in 1841. Ann died in 1843 and Robert died in Wells Union Workhouse in 1847. Hannah Stitfield lived in Wells Workhouse, was unmarried, and died there in 1866.

Stickland

Strickland

1) Jone Stickland bur. 12 Aug 1739 Butleigh

DD/S/BT/14/2/27-8 - 1] James Corpe of Butleigh, labourer and wife Mary executrix of Joan Strickland decd her grandmother 2] Stephen Callow of Butleigh, mason Assignment of a messuage in Butleigh. Enclosed probate (1764) of Will (1738/9) of Joan Stickland of Butleigh, widow.. Date: 1764.

2) Clifford James Spinell Stickland b. 1900 (Sep Q 5c/418 Shepton Mallet) West Bradley, d. 26 Oct, bur. 30 Oct 1939 Butleigh

At the time of his death lived at Broadmoor, Butleigh. Called Jim. In 1901 he was an 8 month old baby boarding with William and Beatrice Symes at Pye Hill, East Pennard. In 1911 he lived with his aunt, widow Mary Burge (b. 1844 Barton St. David), and her sister Sarah Strickland (b. 1872 Baltonsborough) at Parbrook, West Bradley. He doesn't seem to have ever married.

Sticklinch

1) Joseph Sticklinch died 1702

Sara married William Burnard on 4 Jun 1676. In 1673 and 74 Joseph was paid for caring for George Crate's child (OOP). In 1698 Joseph the younger received assistance from the OOP in his sickness. This was repeated in 1699. In 1700 Joseph the elder received Symcockes bequest money [for the poor] and in 1701 rent and relief deom the OOP. In 1702 the family received rent and relief and the OOP paid for the shroud and burial of Joseph. In 1704 Joane received Symcockes money and in 1705 Parish relief. Joseph 'Stickling' mentioned in the CW accounts in 1714 for 'cleaning the church'.

1a) Joseph Sticklinch bur. 29 Dec 1728 Butleigh [Stucklins]

From what follows, it appears that Joane, wife of Joseph was either previously married or had an illegitimate daughter, Mary Periam. A Joane Periam with child was in receipt of relief from the OOP from 1712. [In 1713 a child of Joane Periam was buried]. There was a Joane Sticklinch in Baltonsborough in the 1760's – related? An Ann Stickling married a John Periam in Butleih on 8 Nov 1783.

DD/S/BT/14/2/13 1] Philip Avery the elder of Butleigh, carpenter and wife Elizabeth, widow of George Burdham of Butleigh, yeoman decd 2] Joseph Sticklings of Butleigh, husbandman, wife Joan and Joan's daughter Mary Periam Assignment of house and plot of ground in Butleigh. Date: 1720.



Stillman

(see also Steelman)

1) Robert Stillman

Robert was in receipt of OOP relief from March to June 1817. In Aug 1820 the OOP paid for a summons against him.

2) Richard Stillman b. 1805 Newbury, Berks, shoemaker, s.o. Richard and Esther Stillman died 1893 (Jun Q 5a/217 Dorchester) 71-76

In 1861 Richard appeared with his wife Sarah and two of his children in Newbury, Berkshire. After his wife's death he lodged in Butleigh on Butleigh Hill with his son George and George's wife Mary Ann in 1871. Mary Ann was née Cox and from Ilchester like Mercy Cox who was a servant next door. Mercy was related to the wife of her employer George Spear. #

In 1881 Richard lodged at Dorchester Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset and was still there aged 86 in 1891. He died in 1893 aged 88.

George and Mary Ann returned to Berkshire and in 1881 lived on Blandy's Hill, Kintbury. By 1891 George and Mary lived at 2 Church St., Keinton Mandeville and George was then described as a Naval Pensioner. By 1901 the couple were at Furze Ground, Keinton Mandeville and George was still called a Naval Pensioner. Mary Ann died in 1912 aged 85 and George died in 1915 aged 81.

Stitfold – see Stickfold

Stirling

1) Jessie Dorothea Stirling b. 22 Oct 1892 Canada, d.o. Francis Henry and Jessie (nee Smith) Stirling PHOTO

Probably a pupil of the Rev. G. W. Berkeley at the vicarage. She played a Maid of Taunton in the 1906 Butleigh Revel. On the 1901 census she appears with her grandmother Anna Stirling (b. 3 Jun 1837, widow of Thomas Mayne Stirling) at College Farmhouse, Kilmiston. Hampshire. Jessie's father born 1870 died in 1931.

Stock - Stokes

1) Bartholomew Stokes bur. 18 Nov 1655 Butleigh

Margery Stokes married Butleigh 25 Sep 1654 James Adams #

2) William Stokes buried 1689 Butleigh (OOP) of Baltonsborough

2a) William Stokes tailor bur. 1715 Butleigh (OOP)

William was paid for making clothes for the poor in 1694. In 1704 he made a waistcoat for Dorothy Attwooll and was paid 5s 9d. In 1705 William Stocks received Rocke bequest money while 'old Stock' received Symcockes money [father and son?]. Ditto in 1706. In 1707 Will Stock received both bequest monies plus rent, relief and a waistcoat and wood. In 1708 it was the same but the OOP paid for the burial of Will Stock's wife. In 1709 William received again rent and relief (and Symcockes money) and did so until his death in 1715, paid for by the OOP. Possibly married again – to Joan next between 1708-15.

DD/S/BT/21/3/3 1] Joan Stock of Butleigh 2] John Stock her son Assignment of her house and plot in Butleigh with household goods (listed).. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1718.

DD/S/BT/11/2/16 1] Joan James of Butleigh, widow of John James and William Stock 2] William Strode of Butleigh, husbandman Assignment of a messuage north of Nodway, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1727.

3) John Stock bur. 23 Jun 1749 Butleigh

John was churchwarden in 1739 and paid rates from 1741/2 until his death in 1749 after which they were paid in the name of the 'late John Stock' until 1772/3 - the rates paid by William Callow in 1773 'for late Stocks house'.

John Stock a tailor appears in the OOP accounts in 1730 [son of William and Joane?) when he made a gown and 'mending a stay shaloon to make new scarves and mending a gown' for the two Barton children. In 1736 the OOP bought red and blue shag to make badges for the poor which John then made 9 of. In 1738/9 John repaired clothes of Ruth Pollett and Joan Pope. His bill paid in 1741/2. He was Churchwarden in 1740. In 1742 he made coats for John Martin and John Burton. In 1747/8 he was paid for making badges for the poor and a coat for George Croft.

DD/S/BT/8/7/20 1] Richard and Stephen Holman of Butleigh Wootton sons of Richard decd 2] Edward Talbot of Butleigh yeoman and John Stock of Butleigh tailor, executors of John Colmer decd 3] Ann Hodges of Butleigh Assignment of 3a in Southmoor, Henly (3a) and Darksham Date: 1746.

DD/S/BT/7/8/7 1] Edward Talbot of Butleigh, yeoman and John Stock of Butleigh, tailor, executors of John Colmer decd 2] Joseph Periam of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of 2.5a of wood in Brimseys Yeate, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1748.

DD/S/BT/8/7/19 1] Jane Periam of Butleigh, devisee of John Stock decd 2] Richard Holman Absolute assignment of 3a in Southmoor, Butleigh. [Above 5 documents tied together]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1766.

4) Susan Stokes b. 1828 Chedzoy, d.o. Christiana Stokes 51-25

In 1841 Susan had lived with her widowed mother in Chedzoy - her mother was a labourer. In 1851 Susan visited the tailor John Arthur in the High Street. Susan married John Arthur's brother Frederick Arthur in 1851 (Sep Q 10/483 Bridgwater). In 1861 they lived at Puriton where Fred was a labourer. They had four children and Susan's mother, a pauper, lived with them - aged 73. They remained in Puriton 1881 - 91. #

5) William Stock b. 1842 Blackford, farm servant 61W-62

William worked at Rowley Farm in Wootton in 1861. Nfi

Stockley

1) Jane Stockley b. 1847 (Dec Q 24/51 Darlington) Darlington, Durham, housemaid, d.o. George and Mary Stockley 91-114

In 1861 Jane still lived with her parents in Framwellgate, Durham but by 1871 the family had moved to East Lodge, Elswick Hall, Elswick Northumberland where Jane's father was a gardener. Jane served at the Vicarage in 1891. Nfi.

Stone

1) Joseph Stone bur. 27 Jul 1585 Butleigh

2) William Stone

3) John Stone /Strode? bur. 22 Jul 1715 Butleigh

4) Ann Stone

Ann first mentioned in 1699 regarding a nomination warrant (OOP). In 1700 she received Symcockes money and again in 1702. In 1703 she received relief and clothes for her two children. And in 1704 they received the Symcockes money. In 1705, 6 and 8 Ann again received Symcockes money. In 1713 it was paid to Ann and Mary Stone – and they received relief in their sickness. Mary could be the person next.

5) Mary Stone married Butleigh 25 Aug 1717 Thomas Abbott #

6) William Stone

Each Parish was required to find a man to serve in the Navy and in Jan 1797 the Overseer William Isaac went to Bridgwater, Glastonbury and Somerton to find a substitute to serve on behalf of the village's man. Without success and in the same month the Overseers were fined the enormous sum of £23 10s 4d by this official for failing in this duty. In Sep 1805 this official wrote to the OOP again about a fine of £20 for William Talbot (?) being lame?

7) Sarah Stone b. 1837 Somerset 41-10

Sarah, aged 4, was lodged with John Wake in the High Street in 1841. Nfi though a namesake of the same age lived at East Quantoxhead - where John's other lodger, and future wife, Elizabeth Hewlett also originated.

8) Susan Stone b. 1847 Walton, servant, d.o. William and Elizabeth Stone 61-55

Susan, aged 14, was a servant to Joseph Hickman, grocer, in 1861. She had lived with her parents in Walton in 1851 and her actual birthplace was Farringdon. Nfi.

Stoney

(Steaney – see under Steyning)

Stoodley

see also Studley

1) Mr. G. H. Stoodley who rented 84a Butleigh [Beggars Grave] in 1947 at £11 per annum Mr. Stoodley also rented 'Harepits' at £83 12s 0d in 1947.

Stopford

1) Robert Wilbraham Stopford b. 24 Jun 1844 (Sep Q 1/7 St. George Hanover Sq) Chilke Sq., London, Captain R.N., s.o. Robert Fanshawe Stopford, Viscount Stopford, and Emily Anna Wilbraham, d. 9 Jun 1911#

In 1891 Ethelreda Stopford (34) and her daughter Audrey (3) and son Robert (2) lived at Corner House, High Street. Ethelreda was the squire Ralph Neville-Grenville's daughter. She married Robert Wilbraham Stopford, who was in the Royal Navy, in 1885. In 1891 he was absent, probably at sea (in 1871 he was off Jamaica on the 'Alfred' and in 1881 he commanded the 'Arab'). In 1901 she and her husband, now a retired rear admiral, were living at Sherton House, Iverne Courtney, Dorset. Audrey was still at home but Robert was at St. Georges school in Ascot. In 1906 Audrey played an 'attendant lady' in the Butleigh Revel. In 1911 Robert was called 'Vice Admiral, artist' and besides his wife Etheldreda only Audrey remained at home (+ 5 servants). Robert died later that year.

Ethelreda died 20 June 1938. Audrey married Rev. Canon Charles Hawins Syndercombe Bower on 10 Sep 1913 and died 28 Nov 1928 aged 41. Robert, who entered the Navy, died 3 Nov 1949.

Stopps

1) Benjamin Stopps b. 1908 (Sep Q 3a/076 Wycombe, Bucks) clerk, s.o. Henry Stopps

At his marriage and birth of Margaret, Benjamin's address was Princes Risborough, Bucks. Nancy lived in Butleigh with her parents before her marriage.

Stowell

1) Coroner Stowell – appears in CW account when his huntsman was paid for killing two foxes. Stowell is a Parish 4½ miles S.W. of Wincanton.

Strange?

1) Stephen Strange? Bur. 14 Dec 1629 Butleigh

2) George Strange? Bur. 5 Jan 1630 Butleigh

Strangways

1) Justine Strangways –

In 1719 the OOP paid her for signing a certificate for Joane Davis. A daughter of Bonham Strangways, father of Giles next (?)

2) Giles Strangeways b. 1681Charlton Adam s.o. Bonham and Jane Strangways, died August 1744

From 1758 Giles witnessed the OOP accounts occasionally. In Nov 1742 John Cannon (Money p. 687) mentions Giles in a legal case. One Giles died in 1744 and his son in 1777. [The first Giles Strangways to inherit the Charlton Adam manor married Margaret, the daughter of Edmund Ludlow – who signed the death warrant of Charles I, while a kin, also called Giles Strangways (of Melbury), enabled Charles II to escape to France]

DD/S/BT/7/6/1 1] Christopher Pope of Butleigh, husbandman 2] Giles Strangways of Charlton Adam Mortgage of 12a in Butleigh West wood. Endorsed with note of payments due 1698-9.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1671.

DD/S/BT/19/8/1-2 Copy marriage settlement of Giles Strangways of Charlton Adam and Mary Sealy of West Hatch comprising capital messuage of Charlton Adam, manor of Charlton, Daws tenement, and Paddocks Close in Charlton Adam, Charlton Mackrell and Butleigh. 1706

DD/S/BT/17/6/1-4 1] Charles Strode of Butleigh 2] William Colmer the elder and William Hodges of Butleigh yeomen Lease and release of Darksham (2a), Southmoor (3a), Newditch (2a), Whettle (1a3yds), 2a arable in East field, 7a 3yds in West field, la near Mr Strangways Chalkeham hedge, Butleigh for benefit of his son William Strode's marriage to Joan Hodges. Enclosed receipt for payment of high rent of Hill's house by Stephen Holman to John Periam. (1758) Date: 1707.

DD/S/BT/19/8/4-6 1] Giles Strangways of Charlton Adam 2] Thomas Wigsell of New Inn 3] Carey Bayly of New Inn Copy lease and release to lead to uses of a recovery of capital messuage of Charlton Adam, manor of Charlton, Daws tenement, and Paddocks Close in Charlton Adam, Charlton Mackrell and Butleigh. Copy recovery. 1763

DD/S/BT/19/8/8-9 1] Giles Strangways of Shalford, Surrey, son of Giles decd, son of Bonham decd, and wife Mary 2] John Martyr of Guildford, Surrey 3] Abel Jenkins of New Inn
Copy mortgage of capital messuage of Charlton Adam, manor of Charlton, Masters, Daws and Damers tenements and Paddocks Close in Charlton Adam, Charlton Mackrell and Butleigh. Copy fine (1772). 1771

DD/S/BT/19/8/3 Copy (1796) of Will (1744) of Giles Strangways

DD/S/BT/19/8/7 Copy of a Will (1767) of Giles Strangways of Shalford, Surrey.

Stratford

1) Thomas Stratford buried Feb 1821

The OOP paid him relief in Sep 1820 and for three letters from him. In Nov 1820 they paid him nine weeks relief up to 1st October. In Feb 1821 the OOP paid for coffin and funeral expences for Thomas.

Strawbridge

1) James Strawbridge b. 1813 Stockland, Dorset, stone mason 51-23

This father and son lodged at Parsonage House in 1851 as workers on the building of the Court. Bowden was a brick layer's labourer. James's wife was called Ann and in 1841 they had lived at Mosterton. Bowden is recorded as marrying in 1857 but thereafter nfi - emigrated?

Street

1) Maria Street b. 1791, bur. 16 Jan 1871 (Mar Q 5c/437 Wells) Butleigh

Possibly the widow (b. Langford) living in Milverton High Street in 1861. The surname Sheat existed in Butleigh and seems often misread as Street. Two Maria Sheats lived in West Pennard in 1841 and a Maria Shide (Stride) in West Bradley (see next for Stride).

2) John Street of Charlcombe d. Mar/April 1812

[a John and Hannah Street had a son John Chr. 25 Feb 1774 Somerton] John first appears in the OOP accounts in July 1783 when the OOP Overseers travelled to Merret (Merriott) to appeal the order of John Street's removal to Butleigh. They had to pay John 13 weeks pay from the 15th of June 1783, the expense of keeping him under arrest 5 days and horse hire to send him back to Charlcombe (2 km north of Bath). In October 1783 the OOP paid to receive a letter from John Street, the first of many. In Dec 1783 the OOP paid him 19 weeks pay and sent him a dowlas shirt and charged the parish the cost of horse hire to take them to Charlcombe to settle the agreement with him. In Feb 1784 they received a letter from John and in May they paid him 1 guinea in his necessity and paid the cost of a letter to him. In June '84 the OOP brought John Street from Somerton to Butleigh where he was boarded with John Pollett for two weeks. He received relief monthly from then. In November 1784 the OOP paid the expenses and caution money (£3) to carry John to Bath Hospital. He returned and was paid relief and in Nov 1785 the OOP received a letter from John in Croscombe [Charlcombe?]. In Feb 1786 the OOP received £1 9s 2d from Bath Hospital after John Street's return. In Aug 1790 the Overseers paid John Wilcox to examine John Street as to his condition – probably in response to a letter he had written to Mrs. Hood [which they paid for].

John received rent from the OOP in 1801 – 1806. In Jan 1806 the Overseers paid the poundage on John Streets money and a parcel to Chard. In March 1808 the OOP paid for bringing him 'home' and for attendance by Betty Wake. Monthly payments made to him from the 1780's until April 1812 when the OOP paid for his burial (2/6d) and funeral (£1 1s 0d)..

Strickling - Sticklinch

Stride

1) Robert Stride b. 1813/8 Bradley, labourer, s.o. Robert Stride, d. 25 Feb, bur. 5 Mar 1881 (Mar Q 5c/416 Wells) Butleigh 41-8, 51-23, 61-47, 71-71 [b. 17 Apr, Chr. 17 May 1812 Pilton, s.o. Robert and Maria?]

In 1841 Robert and his wife Elizabeth lived with their daughter Sarah Ann in the High Street (?) They were at No. 3 Compton Street in 1851 :- Robert Stride (32), a garden labourer, with his wife Betsy, their five children and Betsy's parents William (stepfather) and Mary Lane. Sarah Ann is, unusually, recorded twice on the 1851 census, secondly as a niece visiting her uncle, James Castle, living at Queen Camel.

In 1861 the house was renumbered No. 73 and inhabited by Robert, his wife Betsy and children Mary, Robert and Walter. William Lane and his wife had moved to Water Lane. Robert was still a gardener and his wife a laundress.

Sarah was a servant at Warblington, Hampshire and her sister Annie in service in Southfleet, Kent.

Anna later married William Look in 1870 (Jun Q 5c/891 Frome). #

William became an apprentice shoemaker in Street (1861).

A new addition to the family was Walter James b. 1858 but unfortunately Walter died aged six in 1864.

In 1871 Robert and Elizabeth (Betsy) were still in residence and William was also at home, as a shoemaker but thereafter (by 1881) he set up his own shoemaking business in Bristol (St. James & St. Paul) where he had married a local girl, Beatrice Ann [Betsy Ann] Coombs (b. 1844 Bristol) in 1878 (Dec Q 5c/1216 Bedminster). William died in the 1880's. Maria was still at home (aged 23) in 1871 and a laundress like her mother.

The young Robert Stride is found lodging in Llanwonno, Glamorgan (45, Philip Street) in 1871, where he was a carpenter - thereafter nfi.

Mary Jane married Stephen Rose in Butleigh on 31 Aug 1876 (Sep Q 5c/799 Wells) and they lived in the High Street, Street where Stephen was a clicker in the shoe-trade. In 1911 Mary was a widow living at 5, Springfield Street, Street with daughter Nellie (25).

Betsy died in 1880 and Robert a year to the day later in 1881. #

Strode

(Stroude)

1) Thomas Strode had the farm and parsonage until his death in 1544.

DD/S/BT/27/2/1 - Copy grant of Butleigh capital messuage and rectory to Thomas Strode.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1540.

October 20th 36 Hen VIII. Thomas Strowde, esquier, one of the gentleman ushers to the Queen's grace. In that it hath pleased the King's majesty's highness to appointe me to doo his grace and his realm service in his warres on the see..... I make my will in manner following. My body to be buried where it please God. My whole right and estate in my farm and parsonage of Butley and Baltonsborough to Andrew Wadham, esquire, one of the gentleman ushers to the Queen's grace, so that he pay to John Strowde my brother £20, and to Elizabeth Hewyke £20, which I owe. To Sir Thomas Whiting £5. The residue to my executor John Strowde my brother. Overseer Richard Weston gentleman of the Mydle Temple in London. Proved March 24th 1544.

2) Margery Stroud married Butleigh 25 Jan 1580 Richard Goodrole

1] Richard Goodcole and his wife Margery, daughter of William Strode the eldest, decd 2] Thomas Rushe of Baltonsborough, yeoman Assignment of Margery's Peckham lease (1562) of Chambers house and 3 a at Wootton, 3 a at Langland, 2a west of Langland lane, Date: 1605.

3) Walthrana? Stroud bur. 4 Jun 1611 Butleigh

4) Joan Stroude married Butleigh 8 May 1634 John Pearkes

5) William Stroude bur. 17 Sep 1629 Butleigh

This is probably the William Stroude who was 'the manne' of Ralph Knolls and who was left ' one doublett one jerkin one paire of hose one paire of stockins and one paire of shooes' in the will of Ralph's brother Mathew in 1608.

A) PROB 11/211 Will of Julian Strowde Widow Butleigh, Somerset Date: 1650.

6) John Stroud

6a)? William Stroud

A William paid rates 1673-5 and may have been this Williams (son). [also this William?-] In 1680 the OOP obtained a warrant and went to the justices concerning a William Stroud. In 1682 his house rent was paid and clothes bought (called junior). It seems his legs needed treating and again in 1698 when he also received relief. He also received relief in 1699 and new shoes and clothes. He received relief in 1700, 1701 and 1702 – in the last year 'for his going away'. The William mentioned in the accounts between 1702-11 when he killed 15 hedgehogs and 3 dozen sparrows may have been a son – in 1704 this young William was apprenticed (OOP) – seems to be from a poor family.

6a1) Thomas Strode mentioned in the churchwardens accounts 1695-1702. In 1682 the OOP paid for a suit of clothes to be made for him.

7) Charles Strode bur. 18 Nov 1722 Butleigh

Charles started paying rates in 1695 and in 1703 he paid jointly with Willis and his neighbour was William Strode. He was churchwarden in 1701. In 1704 Thomas Blenman was between them [see marriage of Joane Strode below]. From 1712 - 22/3 Charles was called Gentleman. Could he be the Doctor Strode curing patients between 1711-14? In 1705 Charles was paid 'about the business of Edith Underwood' who was receiving relief. In 1706 he received rent for Grace Grant, Grace Atwool and Rose Abbott. He was Overseer in 1713.

From 1724 Charles [his son? - see (7a2)] paid the rate

DD/S/BT/17/6/1-2 1] Charles Strode of Butleigh 2] William Colmer the elder and William Hodges of Butleigh yeomen Lease and release of Darksham (2a), Southmoor (3a), Newditch (2a), Whettle (1a3yds), 2a arable in East field, 7a 3yds in West field, la near Mr Strangways Chalkeham hedge, Butleigh for benefit of his son William Strode's marriage to Joan Hodges. Date: 1707.

DD/S/BT/5/4/8 1] Charles Strode the elder of Butleigh 2] Elinor Talbot of Butleigh Wootton, widow of Henry 3] Edward Talbot of Butleigh, yeoman Assignment of Langley (9a) in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1720. [Another dated 1716 DD/S/BT/5/4/7 – Charles Strode the elder]

7a) William Stroud b.c. 1680?, died 1712/3

William was churchwarden in 1706 and 1707 and Overseer of the Poor in the latter year. He first appears paying rates in 1703 next to Charles Strode. He paid rates until 1713 and in 1714/5 (CW) they were paid by Joane Strode widow until 1717. In 1718 the rate was paid by Edward & Joane Blenman after their marriage. Henry Callow took over 'late Will Strodes'.

DD/S/BT/17/6/5 - Copy (1722) Will (1712) of William Strode of Butleigh, husbandman.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1722.

DD/S/BT/17/6/6 Agreement by William Strode of Butleigh, yeoman, son and heir of William decd to sell his brother Charles 3a in Southmoor, Newditch and 12a arable in Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1725.

7a1) William Strode bur. 22 Jan 1761 Butleigh

In May 1770 Diana attended Mary Brice (OOP).In 1774 the OOP paid 9/-, the remainder of Diana Strode's house rent. They paid her rent then up to her death.

DD/S/BT/6/5/31 - 1] William Strode of Butleigh, yeoman, Charles Strode of Ashcott, yeoman, Edward and John Strode of Butleigh, masons and George Strode of Butleigh, yeoman, sons of William decd 2] Henry Coate of Kingsbury, yeoman 3] Henry Talbott and William Hodges of Date: 1731.

DD/S/BT/21/3/7 - 1] William Stroud of Butleigh yeoman 2] Diana his wife Deed of gift of all his property.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1748.

7a1x) William Strode [of Compton Dundon at marriage] bur. 20 Aug 1741 Somerton?

A William Strode gent paid rates from 1720 on the land previously owned by Alice Yeats (from 1691) which was next to that of George Smith. He paid rates on it until 1729-29. This property seems to have been replaced by a property on which he began paying rates on in 1730 (OOP) in succession to John Stroud (paid on up to 1730 CW) which was in proximity to Philip Peddle's property. He paid rates until 1741/2 (OOP) and in 1742 his son Yeates Strode began paying rates and did so until 1744/5 when he was called 'the late Yeats Strode'. The rates were paid in this name (sometimes 'the late' or 'the late Yeates' dropped and just Mr. Stroud written) until 1766 when rate paid by 'Mr. Stroud for Copley' Only in 1770/1 does the ratepayer get called William Stroud [Yeates' son] and from 1771/2 it is Mr. William Stroud 'or occupiers' until 1774 when the ratepayers are 'the occupiers of Late Captain Stroud'. In 1777 this became Mr. Penney for late Capt. Stroud. [see Charles (17) below who married a Jane Penny – a Frances Penney also owned land in Butleigh and Compton until 1802]

Alice Yeates had married William Strode son of John Strode of Glastonbury in 1715. Her mother Mary owned land at Littleton Manor, the other part of which was owned by William Strode and it was thus united by the marriage. Their son was Yeates Strode who succeed his father and himself died in 1745 leaving it to his son William. The latter died c. 1774 and the heir was his cousin William Dickinson.

Part of Butleigh was called Park Yeatt, and Yeates & Abbots – on which rates were paid by Mr. Yeats Strode from 1742 – 44 (thereafter by the widow Strode).

DD\SAS\C/795/SE/2 Sketch pedigree of Yeates and Strode drawn up by Col.Phipps. C20th.

DD\SAS\C/795/SE/21 "The State of the Case touching Southmoore" re William Strode, son of W.S., esq., decd., lord of the manors of Glaston and Edgarley, against divers tenants and inhabitants of Glaston, Edgarley, Butleigh and Street, for commoning in the said moor. [Printed and MS. papers] C18th
Letter re a bill to establish a right to tithes from the new inclosures of the commons called Common Moore, Black Moor and South Moor als Alder Moor in Glaston. St.John, and disputes over the last named. 1800 Glastonbury, Butleigh and Street Confirmation of Order of Wells Q.S. that the new inclosed lands called Southmoore als Aldermoore should not be rated toweards the relief of the poor of St.John's Glaston. [1 fcap.fly] 29 June 1688

71xA) Yeates Stroud b.c. 1717, bur.28 Jan 1745

Yeates succeeded his father and William likewise in 1745 paid the rates until c. 1774. In 1777 the property was acquired by Mr. Penney andWilliam's other properties went to his cousin and heir William Dickinson.

7a2) Charles Strode

Charles (either son of William or son of Charles?) paid rates from 1723 - 1739 when he was replaced by Edward Strode. In 1732 a second property had rates paid by Charles, Edward, John and George Strode.

7a3) Edward Strode bur. 22 Mar 1790 Butleigh

In 1732 a property had rates paid by Charles, Edward, John and George Strode. In 1736 Edward paid rates on his own property and from 1739 paid rates on a property previously rated to Charles Strode. He paid until 1789 and in 1790 the rates paid by 'Curtiss & Mr. Rood' (Edward's name crossed out). From 1774/5 he paid rates also on 'part late Thomas Hooper's'..

He appears frequently in the churchwardens accounts for work he carried out in the church, sometimes with his brother John. In 1734 the OOP paid £4 13s 11d for some extensive building. In 1738 he was paid for four load of square stones for the arch of the bridge in Butleigh Street. In 1747/8 Edward was paid for 52 loads of well stones. In 1763 he was paid for stone used to repair Mr. Periam's wall by Nacker's Hole. A list of men to serve as Tythingmen in rotation of 1779 contains Edward Strode's name.

DD/BR/ho/29 - Copy Wills Edward Strode of Butleigh, mason, 1789, and John Strode Curtiss/Curtice of Pimlico, gent., 1847 .

DD/S/BT/10/3/3-5 - 1] John Coombes of Butleigh and wife Jane 2] Edward Strode of Butleigh and wife Hannah 3] William Merrick of Moorlinch and wife Maria 4] John Rocke of Butleigh Deed of partition of a messuage and 7a, 3a meadow, Popes close (4a), Park Corner (3a), Eastend Date: 1774.

7a4) John Strode bur. 16 Mar 1745 Butleigh

'The occupiers of Oakey Close' had paid rates from 1676 – 1690 and it then passed to Mr. Newcoat (Newcourt) -see next:- then came to John Strode. Probably the John who appears in the churchwardens accounts from 1699 and was churchwarden in 1713. John was overseer of the Poor in 1709. He paid rates from 1709 until 1729 when next but one was William Strode who is sole rate payer in 1730. In 1732 a property had rates paid by Charles, Edward, John and George Strode. In 1734 just John and George paid the rate on the property. In 1741 John and George Strode were joint Overseers.

Jewers notes: 127. Mr. Jerrard Newcourt bur. 24 March 1703. (P.C.C. (Ash 152) Will of Jerrard Newcourt of  Ivythorne, in the parish of Street, co. Somerset, gent., dated 17 March 1703-4. To be interred at the discretion of execx. In my Father’s inclosed burying place in the Church yard of Somerton. Unto my brother Richd. Newcourt £20 to buy him a mourning Suit. Unto my sister Spicer the like sum of £20. Unto my Cozen James Newcourt my best suit of cloathes & £20. Unto John Newcourt, junr., my kinsman, £50. Unto Thomas Draper £10. Unto my loveing friend and Neighbour John Strode of Compton Dunden, all the determinable terme and Interest which I have to come in Okey Close in the parish of Butleigh, and two of the best trees growing on Ivythorne ffarme, and which I have the power to fell and cut downe pursuant to the bargaine or agreement I made with my Cozen Rooke. Unto Mrs. Elizabeth Collier £10. Unto Mr. John Isham, who drew my Will, £5. I remit and give unto William Foster the sume of £50, being the moiety of £100 which now remaine due unto me of his purchase money for the Estate he bought of me in Aller. Unto Mr. Pitt, Vicar of Compton dundon, £5. Unto the Cathedrall Church of Wells £10. Unto Mr. Redman, Minister of Walton, Mr. Colmer, Minr. Of Babcary, Mr. Wren, Minr. of Somerton, and to Mr. Carter, Minister of Charleton, 20 shillings apiece to buy mourning Rings. Unto poor of Somerton £10, of Walton, Aller, Streete, & Compton Dundon, £5. £100 in trust to buy 10 coats yearly for 10 poor persons of p’sh of Somerton. Whereas I have a debt of £400 due to me from Mr. Thomas Rooke and Sarah his wife, by Mortgage on Ivythorne ffarme, I give same, if ever it shall become payable, to the Church of Somerton for the erecting an Organ there. After death of my dear wife, I give unto the Ministers of the severall parishes of Somerton, Walton, Babcary, and Charleton, and to the Churchwardens and Overseers of the poor of sd parish of Somerton all my Lands in the Towne and Parish of Somerton aforesaid, In trust towards maintenance of an Organist in Somerton. Rest of goods unto my dear and loveing wife, whom I make my sole execx. In case sd wife happen to dye of the distemper whereof I am now ill. Then I give unto her Bro. and Sister Taylor £100 apiece. Residue of my goods I give to my Relations to be distributed amongst them as the Law directs. (Signed, Jer. Newcourt.) Witns. I. Tayler, Anne Prew, J. Isham. Pd. P.C.C. 20 July 1704, by Mary Newcourt, the relict and execx.

7a5) George Strode bur. 23 Mar 1782 Butleigh

In 1732 a property had rates paid by Charles, Edward, John and George Strode. In 1734 just John and George paid the rate on the property. George was joint Overseer in 1741 with John Strode. From 1744 the rate was paid by George alone until 1782 when Charles paid the rate. George was in possession of Compton Dundon Manor from c. 1756 and it passed to Charles on his death who sold it to George Neville Grenville in the 1820's. This George's name appears on a rotation list of Tythingment for 1779.

In Sep 1775 the OOP paid for horse hire and expenses for George Strode at Bridgwater Session – concerning the examination of Betty Davis and Amy Craft.

DD/S/BT/9/2/3 - 1] William Strode of Butleigh yeoman, Charles Strode of Ashcott, yeoman, Edward and John Strode of Butleigh, masons and George Strode of Butleigh, yeoman 2] William Hodges of Butleigh, yeoman Feoffment of 50th and 51st lotts in Southmoor and 3a arable Date: 1731.

DD/S/BT/28/8/4 - 1] Richard Toghill of Butleigh, yeoman 2] Charles Strode of Ashcott yeoman 3] Edward Strode of Butleigh, mason, brother of Charles 4] John Strode of Butleigh, mason, brother of Charles Draft conveyance of several parcels of arable in Butleigh fields.. Date range: 1737 - 1738.

DD/S/BT/13/1/16 1] George Strode of Butleigh, yeoman 2] James Grenville Assignment of Strodes Copleigh Close (2a) in Butleigh. [Tied together with DD/S/BT/13/1/17-18] 1773

8) Robert Stroud

In 1677 the goods of Edward Nowell were carried to Robert's house (OOP). He received Symcockes bequest money in 1691. In 1698 the Overseers paid for a change [of clothes] for his wife. In 1700 Robert again received Symcockes money. Nfi.

9) Frances Strode bur. 17 Sep 1719 Butleigh

Frances received Symcockes bequest money in the form of bread in 1689 and 1690. In 1709 she received Parish relief and again in 1712 and 13. In 1717 she received a year's relief, two changes, a cap and two changes for her son James who also received a coat. In 1719 Frances' house was repaired and James given a change and a bed cord. In 1719/20, the year they died, they received breeches, shoes and a coat for James and a change, blanket and bolster for Frances. She rec'd 8 weeks relief, beer and other things and the OOP paid James several times in his sickness then for his coffin and burial. In 1720 James's house was repaired.

11) Constance Stroud – received a change of clothes from the Overseers in 1692 and 93 plus Symcockes money the latter year. In 1695 and '97 she was again given a change – nfi.

12) John Strode

A John received relief from the OOP in 1699 in his family's sickness and his three children also received relief (one boy and two daughters). The children received further relief in 1700, '01 and 1702. Seems related to the Cicely Strode receiving relief from 1703. Cicely may be one of the daughters. In 1703 she received a year's relief and clothes etc. Ditto in 1704, '05. '06, '07 and '08 when she became indentured [a servant]. In 1725 a Joane Strode was buried at the expense of the OOP who paid for her shroud and coffin – another daughter?

13) Hope Strode bur. 12 Aug 1754 Butleigh

14) Charles Strode d. 1788?

This is probably a different Charles than William's brother – his brother was called yeoman, of Ashcott. This Charles succeeded George in 1782 as ratepayer on a property and paid until 1788/9 when the rate was paid by Hester for 'late Charles'. She paid until 1805/6

DD/S/BT/28/1/12 - Letter of administration with Will (1788) attached for Charles Strode of Butleigh, labourer decd.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1894.

15) Hester Stroud bur. 13 Nov 1791 Butleigh

This must be the Hester who paid rates in succession to Charles up to 1805. In 1805 the rates paid by Thomas & Charles. They paid until 1807/8 and in 1808 Charles paid the rate alone and paid until post 1827. In August 1783 the OOP attended sessions in East Pennard with Hester – possibly concerning her property rights (?) In Aug 1783 a summons was issued for Hester.

DD/S/BT/13/2/8 - Probate of Will (1791) of Hester Strode of Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1804.

16) Hester Stroud b. 1733, bur. 11 Mar 1819 Butleigh

Hester Stroud received coal for the poor in 1792. She received relief periodically thereafter. In 1795 Hester Stroud had her rent paid by the OOP.

17) Charles Strode b. 1783 Butleigh, farmer, bur. 29 Jul 1865 (Sep Q 5c/357 Wells - Stroud) Butleigh 41-8, 51-31, 61-60

Charles paid rates with a Thomas Strode from 1805 and alone from 1808. In 1815 he occupied land on Sedgemoor common belonging to Callow & Lucas and farmed it up to and including 1818. In the 1827/8 rate assessment he is listed as owning his house etc. plus Holmand and South side of the Common (Barnes). In Marh 1823 the OOP paid the Common Fine to Charles.

Charles and Jane lived in Water Lane in 1841. In 1851 Charles farmed 23 acres. They were still there in 1861 and Charles died in 1865 (as Stroud) and Jane in 1866.

18) Thomas Strode

In 1799 a Thomas Stroude paid 7 months bastardy pay to the OOP. This was for the child Thomas Davis Chr. 27 May 1798 Butleigh, son of Unity Davis. The first payment to the child was in November 1798. The Thomas Strode appearing as ratepayer with Charles 1805 – 1808

19) Elizabeth Strode married Butleigh 9 Jun 1740 William Curtis #

20) Sisley Stroud – Sisley (Cecily) received 4/- per week relief in 1724 from Mrs. Eliz. Webb [slip of paper in OOP accounts]

Struthers

1) Daniel Struthers M.B. Ch.B.Glas. Physician and surgeon

He attended the Butleigh Hospital Tuesdays and Fridays (Kelly's Directory).

Stubbs

1) James Stubbs

In 1825 - 7 James Stubbs paid rates on Horses Drove to the OOP. In the 1827/8 rate assessment he is listed as paying rates on a cottage (Grenvilles0 and the Drove.

Stuckes

1) Widow Stuckes – paid rates in 1673 – OOP [Stokes?]

Stuckey

1) John Stuckey b. 1843 Langport, labourer 61-59

John lodged with Charles Petty in Dumb Lane in 1861. In 1881 John was a general labourer living alone at Treatherleys Cottage, Isleworth, Middlesex. He was still there in 1891 at 2, Acton Cottage, but a gardener.

Studley

1) Harold Edgar Studley b. 1902, Beaminster, s.o. John Thomas and Blanche Studley, d. 30 Jul, bur. 4 Aug 1970 Butleigh

In 1911 Harold lived with his parents at Coombe Lake, Blackdown, Crewkerne. Ethel died at Lower Rockes Farm.

Stukleny

1) John Stuckleny

Stucklins

1) Joseph Stucklins bur. 29 Dec 1728 Butleigh [Sticklinch?]

Subes

1) Baraoke Subes – a warrant was issued for this person and his servants by the OOP in 1677.

Sugar

1) John Sugar b. 1816 Somerset, labourer 41-13

John lodged with Thomas Rose on Butleigh Hill in 1841. Nfi

Sugg

1) John Sugg b. 1817 Bruton, labourer, s.o. William Sugg

This couple lived in Wyke Champflower, Bruton in 1841 with a daughter Eliza b. 1840. See Mary Jeffery (1) #

2) Arthur Sugg b. 5 May 1881 (Sep Q 5c/417 Yeovil) Ash, d.o. Jane Sugg [Chr. 14 Feb 1847 Ash?], died 19 Jan 1942 Sandford Orcas

Absent from the 1891 census, on the 1901 census Arthur is shown as a coal miner (hewer) boarding at 9, Tyisha Road, Ystradyfodwg, Glamorgan. Clara in 1891 lived with her parents and five siblings in Ystradfodwg and is shown on the 1901 census living with her parents and brother John in Ystradyfodwg, Rhondda plus, amongst the boarders, a William Sugg from Martock. After their marriage Arthur and Clara had their first child baptised in Wales then around 1905 moved to Butleigh where in 1911 they lived in three rooms at 74, Butleigh Hill. Arthur was a farm labourer. The family later lived in Oddway Cottage.

In 1929 the family left Butleigh to take over a farm in Sandford Orcas.

Sulley

1) Emma Sulley Chr. 24 Aug 1855 (Sep Q 5c/555 Wells) Butleigh, d.o. Harriet Sulley

Emma is not traced after her birth but her mother was probably the Harriet Sully b. 1836 Wiveliscombe who was a servant in Bristol in 1861.

Sumerhayes

1) Robert Summerhayes Chr. 17 Oct 1784 Church Stanton, Devon, s.o. John and Kesiah Summerhays, silversmith and watchmaker

Robert appears on the 1841 census as a silversmith in Taunton with wife Elizabeth and sons William and Samuel plus daughter Elizabeth.

1a) Robert Sumerhayes Chr. 3 Jun 1810 Buckland, watch and clockmaker, then schoolmaster

[Robert] Edmund's father was a clock and watch maker (b. 1812 Buckland St. Mary) while his mother was a stay maker. They appeared in Bishop Lydeard in 1851. In 1861 the family lived at North Street, Milverton in when Edmund was then called Robert and his pob given as Bishop's Lydeard. The family had a boarder - Lavinia Bond (b. 1845 Bishops Lydeard) - who married Robert's cousin Frederick William Sumerhayes three years later.

1b) Caroline Sumerhayes Chr. 20 Jan 1824 Buckland St. Mary/Ilminster sister of Robert (1a)

In 1851 Frederick appears in the High Street Taunton with his grandparents Robert and Elizabeth Sumerhayes and their son William (42) – a watchmaker like his father, and two daughters Elizabeth (35) and Caroline (27) Frederick's mother. On the census they gave Butleigh, Frederick's pob as being in Devon! In 1841 Caroline was an assistant to Josiah Jones (24) a music professor in Bridgwater. By 1871 Frederick lived at 24, East Street, Taunton with his wife Lavinia and three children (all born Taunton). Frederick died in 1880 aged 37. By 1881 Lavinia was running a toy and music shop with seven daughters to find for. The family do not seem to appear on subsequent censuses – emigrated?

Summers

[Somers]

1) Edward Summers

Sarah/Sahry had her rent paid at least once in Cranmore, sometimes the rent payment was itemised as 'Edward's wife's rent paid'. She received rent from 1674-89. In 1689 she is called Widow Summers and the last entry in 1691 was for relief in her sickness.

2) George Sumers

George's bill was paid in 1747/48 (OOP).

3) George Summers sojourner [Chr. 30 Mar 1766 Charlton Mackrell, s.o. George and Elizabeth Somers?]

In Oct 1803 this George's bill was paid for repairing the Poor House and again in March 1805. In May and again in Sep 1805 the OOP paid George's wife the allowed Bounty money of 2/-. Later payments made for repair work such as on the Poor House in June 1807 – in Oct 1815 on Sealy's Row. In Dec 1815 he fixed 9 iron grates at the Poor House and Sealy's Row. In Nov 1816 George walled up the window at the Poor House. In Sep 1818 the OOP paid George for building the privy at the Poor House. A Benjamin Summers paid for providing lime for the privy. In Oct 1821 the OOP paid Benjamin and George again to work on Sealy's Row. George paid rates on a cottage in the 1827/8 rate assessment, together with 'another'.

4) Samuel Hucker Summers b. 1803 Charlton Mackrell, stone mason, [s.o. Lucy Somers], d. 26 Jun, bur. 1 Jun 1889 (Jun Q 5c/338 Wells) Butleigh 61-61, 71-82, 81-103

At his marriage Samuel's abode given as Charlton Adam and his parent as Elizabeth Saunders while his wife's parent was Lucy Summers!

In 1841 Samuel lived with his first wife Mary in Charlton Mackrell but after her death in 1841 he married the widow Hester Merriot whose husband Jacob had died in 1840. They lived in Compton Dundon in 1851 with Elizabeth, James, Henry and Jacob Merriott from her first marriage plus Mary Summers (7) and Hester from the second - all born Compton Dundon. Mary Maria Summers had already left to work as a servant in the High Street, Weston Super Mare. In 1861 Samuel (58) lived in Butleigh with wife Hester (53) and daughter Hester plus stepchildren Henry Merriott (23), Elizabeth (27) and Jacob (18). In 1871 Samuel (68) lived in Butleigh with just his wife Hester and daughter Elizabeth Merriott. Hester was a servant at Queens Road, Clifton (Herbert Villa) in 1871 and a housemaid in Westbuty-on-Trim in 1881. In 1881 [at New Road] Samuel (80), still lived with wife Hester (73) and daughter Elizabeth Merriott. Hester died in 1888 and Samuel in 1889. A son of Jacob Merriot and Hester, also Jacob, died aged 25 and was buried with his mother and step-father in Butleigh. Hester's son Jacob was also buried in Butleigh – he died aged 26 – see under Merriott..

5) Samuel Summers Chr. 10 Oct 1830 Charlton Mackrell, mason, s.o. George and Jane Summers 51-30

Nephew of the above, Samuel lived with his parents in Charlton Mackrell in 1841 - his father was also a mason [lived Charlton Adam at his birth]. In 1851 Samuel lodged with James Periam in Eades Cottage. There is no more mention of Samuel and he is probably the Samuel Summers who died in 1858 (Dec Q 5c/426 Wells)

6) Jane Summers b. 1834 Butleigh, housekeeper

In 1851 Jane was housekeeper to John Bulleid in Chilkwell St, Glastonbury. A Jane Summer married in 1852 (Dec Q 5c/1233 Bath) - nfi.

7) Samuel Summers b. 1857 Stoke Gifford, Gloucs, gardener

The above couple appeared in 1891 at Walcot, near Bath with children Emilie (b. 1887 Kent), Frederick (b. 1889 Kent) and Reginald (b. 1890 Southampton). Their sojourn in Butleigh seems to have been unfortunate, as far as their children born there were concerned, and they were absent from the 1901 census.

Surfield

1) John Surfield of Budley married Elizabeth Gare of Budley in West Buckland on 14 Apr 1707

Surrage

1) John Denham Surrage Chr. 14 Oct 1822 Butleigh s.o. yeoman Charles Surrage of Chipsley, nr Wellington and Elizabeth Trimlett

Not known why John was Christened in Butleigh, on censuses he is given pob Chipstable.. A brother Charles Thomas Densham Surrage was Christened on 16 Dec 1816 Chipstable. On the 1841, 51 censuses Charles (Chr. 11 Nov 1786 Chipstable, s.o. Thomas and Ann Surrage) and wife Elizabeth (b. 1786) and three adult offspring, including John, lived at Marshes, Chipstable, Wellington. By 1871 John was head of the family farming 135 acres and married to Ann Cornish (b. 1836 Nettlecombe). His father was still alive but retired. On the 1881 census he was still farming at Chipstable and seemingly he and his wife had no children.

Sutton

1) Andrew Sutton received Poor relief in 1613

2) Maria Sutton married Butleigh 23 Apr 1627 Thomas Rock

3) Joanna Sutton bur. 29 Jan 1633 Butleigh

4) Alice Suton d.o. Barrard bur. Dec 1676 Butleigh

5) Ralph Sutton Wells, Consistory Proctor

In 1742/3 the CW paid Mr. Sutton's bill to John Periam Esq for his work in Wells Court against William Gattern and John Stock.

6) Albert Sutton b. 1868 Blunsdon, Wilts, sawyer

In 1911 This couple lived at Church St., Puriton with six sons and stated they had been married 25 years (1885) and had had 9 children, one of which had died. In 1891 they had lived at Purton, Cricklade Wilts with a three year old child Ernest Herbert and Percy George b. 1890 – both Purton. Emily would have been under-age in 1885. Perhaps a proof of the link is that a child Maurice S. Sutton, mother Spurlock, was born in Cricklade in 1915.

Swanger

1) John Swanger Chr. 27 Sep 1818 Wiveliscombe, mason, s.o. Henry and Mary Swanger 51-33


John had appeared alone in 1841 in Wiveliscombe and married his wife Amy Ann Luckwell later in 1841 (Dec Q 10/676 Taunton). He lodged with William Britton in Brittons Court, Water Lane in 1851. In 1861 they appeared with their two children (aged 22 and 16) in Kilve. John as a widower lived in Tredegar, Bedwellty in 1881.

Swanton

1) Robert Swanton of Glastonbury died 10 Oct 1737

Churchwarden accounts of 1725/26 and 1726/27 note he was paid for glazing the church windows and other such work about the church. In 1729-30 the CW accounts give details of substantial remaking of the church windows. Further work was done in 1730-31, 1735-36. His workers were supplied with liquor at the CW expense. John Cannon (Money lxxxiii) describes how Robert had over 30 churches in the region on his books, not to mention most of the gentry houses in their respective parishes, was not only apt to shuffle his debts but ' subject to swearing & charging in his bills for work & materials never done or used; and by some accounts a very honest man'. Cannon states (p. 318-20) 'He was killed by his own mare in the stable by a blow she gave him in his stomach or breast, he dying in less than half an hour after, although expedient mean swas used & applied.... (he) was a Cholerick, stuttering & eager in his speech especially when moved or in passion & subject to swearing and charging up his bills..' His wife tried to collect her husband's debts – in the CW accounts 1737 they paid her for work he had done before his death.

Possibly related to the John Swanton of Glastonbury mentioned in the following archive [other records exist]. Swanton's widow went to live in Bristol (Money).

DD/S/BT/16/2/23 1] Samuel Newman of Glastonbury stockingmaker 2] John Swanton of Glastonbury Conveyance of plot (3a) in Heathmoor, Glastonbury.1781

2) Henry Herbert Swanton Chr. 24 May 1857 (Jun Q 5c/608 Frome) Babington, farmer , s.o. Robert and Elizabeth Swanton, d. 14 Jan, bur. 17 Jan 1940 Butleigh 91W-117, 01W-141

In 1861 Hannah lived with her parents in Mells. Her father, from Glastonbury, farmed 120 acres and was presumably related to Henry Herbert's father Robert, also from Glastonbury - who farmed 290 acres in Babington. After their marriage in 1885 they moved into Broadway Farm, Wootton where they are found in 1891 with their first two children. In 1901 the farm was called "Broadway Inn" and another child had been born to the couple. In 1911 Henry lived on Broadway farm with Edmund and Douglas plus three servants.

On Jan 6th 1916 the Board of Agriculture & Fisheries recorded the following parts of the Swanton Farm as having Foot & Mouth disease – Brook End, Madam Periam, Rook Tree Ground, Little Mead and Hanging Oldbury. Henry Herbert Swanton & Sons were still at Broadway Farm in 1935 (Kelly's). The brothers Douglas and Edmund died within a few days of each other at Prospect House, Trudoxhill, Frome in 1960. Robert died at Henley Grove, Bruton.

Sweet

Sweets lived in Butleigh in the early 1700's and one branch sometimes used an alias - Bulgon/Bulgin. There is some confusion between the various Samuel Sweets partly because ther were several contemporary Samuels and that some BMD's fall in the pre-1714 records gap.

1) Samuel Sweet – bur. 6 Mar 1717 Butleigh

The Samuel, a handyman, who occurs in the churchwardens accounts between 1695 and 1712. Samuel paid rates between 1707 and 1718 (and called senior the last date) In 1709 he was in a different location, then in 1715 different again. In 1718 he is joined by a second Samuel called junior a short distance away. Samuel Sweete senior (1a)? paid rates until 1725 then disappears..

DD/S/BT/6/5/20-22 1] John Helyar of Yeately, Hants., and wife Christian 2] William Day of Somerton and John Fisher of Somerton, apothecary 3] Revd Francis Martin of South Cadbury, John Pope and Henry Talbot of Butleigh Wootton, Charles Strode and William Browning of Butleigh, yeomen, Thomas Samm of Butleigh, whitebaker, John James and James Chapman of Butleigh yeomen, Samuel Sweet of Butleigh carpenter, Humphrey Colmer and John Kelway of Butleigh, yeomen, Joan Difford of Butleigh, John Vagg of Butleigh, husbandman and Edmund Callow of Butleigh, mason Covenant to levy a fine on a house and 1a, Beggars Well (4a), Fishwell (5.5a), Broadmead (2a), 3a in West Wood, the 41st and 42nd lotts (6a) in Southmoor, Langley (9a) and 9a in the fields of Butleigh. Enclosed assignments of lotts in Southmoor by the Chancellor family and others to Richard Helyar of Butleigh in 1674 and 1678. 1706

DD/S/BT/6/6/4 1] John Helyar of Yeatly, Hants., and wife Christian, William Helyar of East Coker 2] Samuel Sweet of Butleigh, carpenter Assignment of 3a in Westwood and 1.5a arable in Butleigh West field, part Peckham lease (1562). 1706

1a) Samuel Sweet died 1725?

The Samuel buried 1735 may be a son of (1) [conflated Samuels?] There was obviously a second Samuel Junior. Samuel repaired the village stocks in 1718 (OOP). In 1723 his home mentioned in reference to a visit by officers from Street coming to enquire about Christopher White (OOP). Samuel Sweete junior was overseer of the poor in 1730. Samuel Sweet senr given assistance in 1738 (OOP). Samuel (or his son) repaired Walyett Bridge with a plank in 1742.

DD/S/BT/6/6/7 1] Samuel Sweet the elder of Butleigh carpenter 2] Henry Pope the elder of Butleigh, yeoman 3] William Gattren of Butleigh Wootton, yeoman Assignment of 3a arable in Westwood, Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1724.

DD/S/BT/11/2/28 1] Samuel Sweet the elder of Butleigh carpenter 2] Henry Pope of Butleigh, yeoman, executor of Henry Pope decd Assignment of a messuage and 1/2a in Butleigh. [Tied together with DD/S/BT/11/2/29]. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1738.

1a1) Samuel Sweet (born 29 Feb 1724?)

Samuel Sweet was a carpenter who made many of the coffins required in Butleigh and the name occurs often in the OOP accounts – especially for those people buried at their expense. [One of these?] Samuels was a smith (?) and in 1737 the OOP paid him for iron work at Brays Gate. In 1740 his house rent was paid to Henry Pope – he also received assistance and was paid for 'righting' a new gate. In 1746/7 he supplied 20 ft of oak and used it to repair Wallyeate Bridge. In 1752 he repaired Wallyeat's bridge again. Priscilla married William West of Kingweston Butleigh 29 May 1769.

In May 1782 Ruth received assistance in her sickness, and in her necessity in December.(OOP) and subsequently. In Aug 1783 the OOP paid for her coffin and carrying her to church.

DD/S/BT/10/1/1 1] James Grenville 2] Samuel Sweet of Butleigh, carpenter Lease for lives of messuage late Christopher Symcockes and 2a, 2a arable in the East field, 2a at Mountshill, 1/2a in West field, 1a at Langley, 1/2a at Mountshill Common (3a), 2a at Bolster Corner, Date range: 1743 - 1744.

DD/S/BT/12/1/39 1] William Nutty of Baltonsborough, yeoman, John Voke of Kingweston, yeoman, Priscilla Sweet of Butleigh 2] James Grenville Agreement to assign a house and 2a, 3a in South moor, 2a at Park gate, 1a at Fishwell and 10a in Butleigh fields.. [Somerset Archive Date: 1768.

1b) Andrew Sweet bur. 10 Mar 1730 Butleigh

Andrew started paying rates at the same time as William Junior – in 1718, but he paid jointly with Humphrey Vering – until 1730 when he died. Then Sarah Sweete paid the rates with Humphrey Vering from 1731 until 1737 – thereafter it was Humphrey Vering and Davis.

In 1724/5 Andrew was paid for nine days work about the church and in 1725/6 for nails and a plank to mend the church seats. In 1728 Andrew was paid for making a coffin and turn for Barn's child.(OOP). Sarah Sweet is unknown, but in 1737 she was paid by the OOP for attending Joane Curtis.

An Ann or Hannah Sweet was in receipt of OOP aid from 1733 and in 1733/4 was promised to marry Richard Hearns (OOP paid 7½d towards agreement). She was still receiving aid in her own name in 1736 and there is mention of her child and in 1737/8 her children. The Anna Sweet receiving a years assistance in 1737. In 1738 she is called Annah or Hannah and received assistance for herself and children. In 1738/9 Anna received assistance, firewood (in lieu of rent), and attendance by Lydia Callow. John Callow was paid for keeping her. In 1741/2 an Ann received several clothing items. Ann's house rent paid 1753/4.

1b1) Andrew Sweet Chr. 2 Oct 1728 Butleigh bur. 24 Mar 1793 Butleigh?

Andrew was kept by Mr. John Rocke in the early 1740's. His rent paid in the 1750's and '60's by the OOP. In Jan 1769 the OOP paid assistance to the family when struck by the smallpox.

1b1B) William Sweet Chr. 13 Dec 1754 Butleigh, bur. 11 May 1834 Butleigh

A William Sweet paid rates on the Kings Sedgemoor Ground from 1796 to 1817. Possibly not this William – see (7) below. In 1820 William Sweet thatcher began paying rates - in 1827/8 rate assessment listed as 'Gully Close'. Possibly two Williams involved since they are listed separately – one as William Sweet thatcher and one as William Sweet of Gulley Close – both still paying in 1827+. However, in the 1827/27 rate assessment there seems to be just the one William paying rates on two properties.

1b1Bi) William Sweet Chr. 6 Mar 1785 Butleigh, butler , s.o. William and Jane Sweet

William Sweet had married Jane Castle in Butleigh on 4 Jun 1781 and they had five children besides son William, one of whom, Mary, may be one of the Mary's above. Son William was single and lived at Honington Hall, Warwicks. in 1851 and may have died in early 1861 [Shipston on Stour] - nfi.

2) Samuel Sweet bur. 24 Jan 1742 Butleigh

Samuel Sweete junior paid rates from 1719-1743. In 1722-3 paid jointly with Joane Difford [mother-in-law?]. Isett's rent paid 1744, 45/6.

DD/S/BT/6/5/20-22 Thomas Samm of Butleigh, whitebaker, John James and James Chapman of Butleigh yeomen, Samuel Sweet of Butleigh carpenter, Humphrey Colmer and John Kelway of Butleigh, yeomen, Joan Difford of Butleigh, John Vagg of Butleigh, husbandman and Edmund Date: 1706.

3) Thomas Bulgon alias Sweet

4) William Sweet bur. 22 Apr 1797 Butleigh?

In 1762-63 William Sweet wa paid by the CW for mending Wallyat Bridge.

An Elizabeth married James Collins in Butleigh on 26 Jan 1768 # and an Ann Sweet married Thomas Veiring in Butleigh on 27 Mar 1783. [see above for Veiring connection]

5)? Richard Sweet bur. 27 Feb 1790 Butleigh

Son John listed in PR as child of Richard and Hannah Dominy (sic!) at birth.

6) Mary Sweet bur. 1 Jun 1769 Butleigh

7) William Sweet b. 1740, bur. 12 May 1814 Butleigh

A William Sweet paid rates on the Kings Sedgemoor Ground from 1796 to 1817. Possibly not this William – see (1b1B) In 1801 a William Sweet thatcher received rent from the OOP – the son? A Sarah Sweet began paying rates in 1818/19 and was still paying in 1827+.

Sarah died in Wells Union Workhouse in 1845. Jane is probably the girl who married John Callow in Sherborne on 17 Jun 1801 #

8) Samuel Sweet b. 1745, carpenter , bur. 6 Mar 1823 Butleigh (?)

A Samuel Sweet received rent and assistance from the OOP in 1767/8. In June 1774 they paid for his child's coffin [no child recorded in the PR]. In Feb 1801 the OOP paid relief to Luce Sweet.

9) Mary Sweet bur. 9 Oct 1803 Butleigh

A Mary Sweet had her rent paid from 1794 (OOP). Daughter of William above?

10) Elizabeth Sweet b. 1791 Butleigh, bur. 20 Mar 1855 (Mar Q 5c/540 Wells) Butleigh 41-6, 51-32

Elizabeth was a widow – possibly the Elizabeth Dauncey who married William Sweet of North Petherton in Barton St. David on 21 Jun 1808?

11) Mary Sweet b. 1793 Butleigh, died 1871 (Mar Q 5c/444 Wells) 41-6, 51-32, 61-56

Elizabeth and Mary were sisters-in-law with Mary being unmarried. In 1841 they lived in the High Street and in 1851 they were in Silver Street. After Elizabeth's death Mary remained in the same property, next to John Higgins, until her death in 1871. Mary may have been the d.o. William and Jane Sweet Chr. 23 Jan 1791 Butleigh?

12) Ann Sweet b. 1793 Barton St. David, baker, died between 1854 and 1858 41-9, 51-33

'Sweet's Shop' was in Back Lane [Chapel Lane] and in 1841 Ann Sweet (50), baker, lived there with her children Mary (25), James (15) and Joseph (12). Husband unknown.

In 1851 Ann (58) still lived with Mary (35) and Joseph (22). James had married Matilda Oldfield in 1849 (Mar Q 10/735 Wells) but died by 1851. Ann died between 1854-1858.

Joseph became a cornfactor and lived in Glastonbury (1861) with his widowed sister-in-law Matilda Sweet (née Oldfield). In 1871 he lodged in the High Street, Glastonbury with the Cruse family and in 1881 with the Hunt family in Castle Cary. He never married and in 1891 was lodging in Bedminster Bristol. He is the Joseph Sweet who died in 1898 aged 69 (Dec Q 6a/19 Bristol).

13) Joseph Sweet Chr. 13 Jul 1795 Pitney, shoemaker, d.o. John and Charlotte (nee Vigar) Sweet, bur. 11 Feb 1863 (Mar Q 5c/512 Wells) Butleigh 41-13, 51-38, 61-60

Joseph Sweet (45) lived with his wife Ann (40) and children George (14), Mary (6), Louisa (4) and Eliza in Barton Stone in 1841. The family moved to No. 50, Back Street by 1851. Joseph's wife Ann (née Gregory) was visiting her sister Anne Westlake (a straw bonnet maker) in Street, on census night together with her daughter Sarah and her mother Ann Gregory (b. 1774 Allerton).

Louisa was a housemaid at London House, Glastonbury in 1851. Elizabeth was housekeeper in 1851 to the elderly John Bingham in Westbury on Trym, who she later married - see below.

George married Mary Ann Cousins (b. 1828 Taunton) in 1851 (Mar Q 10/765 Wells) and by the census of 1851 they lived in the High Street, Street with Mary's brother Walter Cousins. George's wife Mary Ann died in 1860 (Sep Q 5c/332 Wells). By 1861 George was a shoemaker in Street, at 14, Stonehill, and his sister Eliza lived with him. In 1871 he lived with three children (aged 19 - 14) the youngest being Louisa who had visited her grandparents in 1861. In 1881 just he and Louisa lived together in Middle Leigh, Street. By 1901 Louisa was still unmarried, a servant in Vestry Road, Street.

Samuel Westlake Sweet, a shoemaker, boarded at 1, Moon Street in St. Pauls, Bristol in 1861. He married Julia Edwards (b. 1835 Street) in 1863 (Mar Q 6a/66 Bristol). In 1871 he and Julia lived at Kings Elm Fields, Street with their three children. They moved to Ipswich where Julia died in 1879 (Jun Q 4a/417 Ipswich) aged 35, and in 1880 (Mar Q 4a/923 Ipswich) Samuel then married Sarah Bayes. By 1881 Samuel and Sarah lived at 13, Friars Street, Ipswich with six children. They were still there in 1891 but by 1901 they lived at 1, Norfolk Villas, Felistowe Rd., St. Clement, Ipswich and Samuel was by then a market gardener.

In 1861 Joseph (66) and wife Ann (63) lived with their daughter Sarah (17) and granddaughters Louisa (4) from Street and Elizabeth Bingham (b. 1858) daughter of Elizabeth.

Louisa is missing but an Anne Sweet b. 1837 Butleigh was a servant in Church Street, Warminster, Wilts in 1861. That they are the same was confirmed when she married Richard Holton in Warminster in 1861 (Dec Q 5a/291 Warminster). They had a son Richard b. 1863 but her husband died and she then married Uriah Curley there in 1868 (Jun Q 5a/246 Warminster). In 1911 the widowed Louisa Curley lived at 4, St. John's Terrace, Boreham Rd., Warminster.

Mary was the cook from before 1861 until after 1891 at the High Street, Street home of James Clark of the firm C&J Clark. An unusually long service in one establishment. She retired and in 1901 and lived with her sister Sarah Davis in Street. Joseph Sweet died in 1863 and Ann died in 1867 aged 68.

Sarah married Edward Davis in Butleigh on 26 Jan 1864 (Mar Q 5c/913 Wells) and they lived in Street by 1871. In 1901 they lived at Keens Elm, her sister Mary lived with them. #

Elizabeth Bingham returned to home of her parents John Bingham (b. 1791) and his wife Elizabeth (née Sweet b. Butleigh 1824) in Bedminster. Elizabeth had appeared in Butleigh in 1841 as a servant to farmer Joseph Richards. In 1851 she was a housekeeper in Westbury on Trym to John Bingham (retired pork dealer) at 26, Clarence Place. They married in 1851 and had three children. They lived at 17 Weares Buildings, Bedminster. John Bingham died in 1870 aged 82. See under Bingham #

Eliza (b. 1839 Butleigh) married tailor William Adams (b. 1838 Exford) in 1865 (Dec Q 5c/1111 Wells) and they lived in Bermondsey by 1891.

14) John Sweet b. 1834 Somerton, labourer, s.o. Samuel and Mary Ann (nee Petty) Sweet 61-54, 71W-86

In 1841 John had lived with his parents in Somerton, his father was a labourer and half brother of Joseph (14). Absent in 1851, by 1861 John and his wife lived on Butleigh Hill in Carters Cottage but by 1871 they had moved to Butleigh Wootton. They surfaced next in 1881 at Queen Camel and for some reason John gave his birthplace as Muchelney. Between 1873 and 1876 they had had more children, born in Wraxall, Dorset and Podimore, Somerset.

Elizabeth Ann visited her uncle Thomas Durrant and his wife Martha in Lady Wood, Birmingham in 1881. Fanny a dressmaker boarded at 103, Berners Street, Aston, Warwicks in 1881.

Alice appeared with her parents in Queen Camel in 1881 and may be the girl of that name who married Edward Frank Richards in 1904 (Mar Q 5c/659 Frome).

15) Thomas Sweet b. 1826 Hampstead, Middlesex, ironmonger, died 1892 in St. Pancras 71-79

In 1841 Thomas was a law student and lodged, with his brother, in St. Pancras. By 1861 he was a plumber and ironmonger lodging at 24, Martha Street North, Tower Hamlets. Between then and his visit to Butleigh he was married and widowed. His birthplace was given as Plymouth in 1861. Thomas, a widower, was a visitor to William Castle in Oddway in 1871. By 1881 he was an iron-plate worker, back in St. Pancras.

16) John Sweet b. 30 Aug Hurcott, Chr. 24 Sep 1848 (Sep Q 10/429 Langport) Somerton, journeyman shoemaker, s.o. Samuel and Lydia (nee Langley) Sweet, died 7 Apr 1922

John's father Samuel was a half brother of Joseph (14) and John (15) Sweet (their father John 1760 – 1830, had married three times).

In 1901 the family lived at 3, Hunts Buildings, Northload Street Glastonbury. John had ten children by his first wife and Jane brought five children from her marriage to Henry Hines who she had married in 1884 (Jun Q 6a/110 Bristol). His death not traced (unless he is the John Henry who died in Sudbury in 1896). Hilda was born Oddway Butleigh amd married William James Owen 27 Dec 1915 in Glastonbury (she died 9 Jun 1937 Bargoed Glamorgan). Dorothy Alice (called Alice) was born in Bethell Cottage Butleigh and married Charles Victor Dyer 22 May 1926 at the Congregational Chapel, Street and died 1 Nov 1981. The Hines girls often took the surname Sweet.

In 1911 John and Jane lived at 38 Norbins Rd., Glastonbury with John, Alice, George, Lydia and Antoinette. Jane stated that she had had 15 children of which 9 were still alive and that she had been married 19 years. She died at 101, Benedict St., Glastonbury. Hilda was a servant to Henry Taylor, baker, of 41, Benedict St., Glastonbury in 1911.

John George Hines was killed in an accident at Burnham on Sea on a day's outing when run over by a bus on 21 Aug 1965.

17) Mary Sweet b. 1821 Somerset, servant 41W-17

Mary was a servant lodging at Joshua Andow's house in Wootton in 1841. She probably married before the next census - possibly the Mary Sweet who married in 1848 (Mar Q 10/761 Wells) - to Charles Cox?

18) Eliza Sweet b. 1812 Butleigh

Eliza married tailor James Talbot (b. 1815), in 1838 (Sep Q 10/545 Langport) and lived with him in Somerton in 1841 together with their son William (b. 1839). James died in either 1850 or 1852. In 1871, widowed, Eliza was a grocer, living with her daughter Ann (b. 1849 Somerton) in Somerton.

19) Henry Sweet b. 1869 Burnham, sweep, s.o. John Sweet

Harriet, a laundress, was staying with her uncle Benjamin Kerton and wife Hannah at Rock Cottage, Burnham in 1891 She married Henry Sweet in 1895. In 1891 he had lived in Burnham with his widowed father and widowed grandmother Susan (b. 1813 Burnham). Harriet died in 1897 and Henry then married her sister Alice in 1898 and by 1901 they lived at Princess Street, Burnham with 10 month old son Henry and Alice's father Benjamin Lye (59).

20) Joseph Sweet – in 1742 Joseph had his rent paid by the OOP

Swinburne

1) Margaret F. T. Swinburne b. 1888 Southsea, Hants., d.o. Thomas and Louisa Swinburne 01-134 PHOTO

Margaret (13) was a visitor/pupil staying at the Vicarage in 1901. In 1891 she had lived with her parents at "Charlton House", Craneswater Park, Landport, Portsea, Hants. Her father was a captain in the Royal Marine Artillery. In 1916 (Sep Q 1a/998 St. Georges, Hanover Sq) she married Gerald H. Summers.

Sym

(see Syms)

1) Thomas Sym

Symcox

1) Margery Symcockes married Butleigh 13 May 1591 Briant Poope [daughter of Sir Christopher? See below]

2) Sir Christopher Symcocke/Symcocks b. circa 1535, Lord of the Manor of Butleigh from 1569, s.o. William Symcocke of Stoke and Margery Shreese (d.o. John). Buried 26 Jun 1608 Butleigh

Christopher succeeded Sir Edward Peckham as Lord of the Manor - acquired the manorial right in 1569 from Henry Billingsley, a London haberdasher. Christopher obtained a grant of the Arms in 1576,: Ermine, three bears heads sable muzzled or. and Crest: A beaver passant ermine.

Thomas married Alice Sutton d.o. Sir William Sutton of Aram in 1705 and they had a son Thomas. A Bastardy order was made on John King of Baltonsbury by Sir Edw. Hext and Thomas Symcockes on 24th March, 1612-3 must refer to Christopher's brother? This Thomas appears in another bastardy order of 1617 concerning the base-born child of Alice Helliar of Balstonbury. 1609 inquisition post mortem of Christopher Symcockes comprising the manor of Butleigh. Alice Symcock married: Butleigh 12 Sep 1580 William Coward and they had several children, # Christopher, William, Mary, Joanna and Elizabeth who all took the surname Symcockes and left Wills. Margery Symcocks married Butleigh 13 May 1591 Brian Poope and Joanne Symcocks married Butleigh 9 Mar 1592 George Marshall. Dyer donated £2 towards the building of Chelsea College in 1617. PHOTO

Dyer married Mary Walton of Baltonsborough [Chr. 29 May 1563 d.o. Richard?] then Margaret Walton of Baltonsborough [Chr. 16 Nov 1565 Baltonsborough d.o. Richard?)

Dyer Symcocks Will dated July 8, 1628 proved 29 Aug 1628 by Overseers. £5 to Wells. Poor of Wells £10. £20 to Butleigh. Poor of Butleigh £5. To St. John's Glastonbury £5 & to the poor there £10. My cousin Mary Symcocks, daughter of Alexander Symcocks £100 & to her brother Xtopher £100. Alice Adams my cousin £40, to remain in the hands of my brother Humphrey Symcocks & my cousin Xtopher Coward. Thomas Symcox her brother £5 for life & the same to my cousin Alexander Symcocks. My sister Margery Pope £60. My sister Alice Coward £100. My cousin Christopher Coward & Joan & Frances his sisters. Joan Marshall £100. My brother Xtopher Symcocks, My cousin Andrew Bowman and his wife 20/- each for rings. Mr. Richard Phillips Capt. Coward's wife Mr. William Coward. My sister Alice £100. Mr. Dr. Godwin and his wife 20/- each for rings. £200 for my funeral & £100 for a monument to my father, mother, & myself. Residue to Thomas Symcocks Esq., my nephew. Overseers Mr. Robert Hopton esq., & my cousin Xtopher Coward.

Widow Mary created a monument in Butleigh Church to Christopher at a cost of £132. 13. 9.

DD/S/BT/4/3/1-2 - 1] Christopher Symcockes of Butleigh and son and heir Thomas 2] James Hodges and Richard Halswell Settlement of Butleigh manor and advowson on Christopher and his male issue by his wives Mary Baylly of Wells and Joan Pettie of Lydford with successive remainders to the male issue of Thomas by Alice Handberie [Sutton] of London or Anne Waste of London, the male issue of the sons of Thomas in succession, the male issue of Christopher's third son Dyer by Mary Walton of Baltonsborough or by Margaret Walton of Baltonsborough, the male issue of the sons of Dyer in succession, the male issue of Christopher's fourth son Christopher by Joan Poole of Baltonsborough or Gertrude Raines, the male issue of the sons of Christopher in succession, the male issue of Christopher's fifth son Humphrey by Mary Raines or Frances Raines, the male issue of the sons of Humphrey in succession, the male issue of Christopher's second son Alexander by Mary Pettye of Butleigh or by Mary Baker, the male issue of Thomas, eldest son of Alexander, the male issue of other sons of Alexander and the right heirs of Christopher the settlor who reserves the right to make leases.” Date: 1587.

DD/S/BT/4/5/1 - 1] Christopher Symcockes of Butleigh and wife Mary 2] Thomas White of Rowley, Butleigh and daughter Elizabeth Lease for lives of Rowley house, Woodsplot (4a), 4a lately inclosed in Westwood, Rowley (10a), Oldburye (20a), 15a ar in West field, Butleigh. Date: 1606.

PROB 11/111 Will of Christopher Simcox Butleigh, Somerset Date: 1608.

PROB 11/112 Will of Mary Simcocks Widow Butleigh, Somerset Date: 1608.

DD/S/BT/24/5/2 - Notes on Dyer Symcockes gift to the poor of Butleigh.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date range: 1628 - 1716.

2a) Alexander Symcox b. bef. 1567 bur. 6 Jan 1620 Butleigh (golofus – the son?)

(EFS) Christopher was charged in 1654 with trying to appropriate the estate of his idiot brother Alexander so as to make him a charge on the Parish. 

General Sessions of the Public Peace held at Wells 9 Jan 1654 -  Upon reading of the petition of the Overseers of the poore of the parish of Butleigh thereby shewing that one Alexander Simcoxe an Ideott being seized for his life of a Coppyhold Tenement in Butleigh aforesaid one Christopher Simcoxe his brother hath by some sinister dealings procured a lease of the said Coppyhold estate to be graunted to him the said Christopher, he the said Christopher promising the said Alexander Simcox to allow him a competent maintenance out of the same which he now refuseth to performe ; and forasmuch as the said Alexander Simcoxe is now chargeable to the said parish of Butleigh, this Court doth referre the matter of the said petition to John Gutch and William Smyth Esq rs to call all parties concerned herein before them and make such order therein as shalbe meete.

A son, presumably of Christopher's was Robert Symcox d.c. 1680 (3) and his son was Thomas Symcox fl. 1690/1707, after which the family disappeared. Alice Symcock married John Adams in Butleigh 10 Jun 1624#. Maria married Butleigh 1 Feb 1630 Edmund Callow. # Alexander donated 6d towards the building of Chelsea College in 1617.

2a1) Christopher Symcocks bur. 7 Feb 1664 Butleigh

In 1673 called the late Christopher. (OOP). [married 1) Joan Poole of Baltonsborough (?) and 2) Gertrude Raines

2b) Thomas Symcox b. 1561, died 3 Oct, 23 Oct 1619 at Aram, Notts. Will of 15 Feb 1611, inquisition post mortem Thomas Symcockes 13 Nov 1619

Thomas and his wives lived and died in Nottinghamshire. William Jessop, Margaret's brother is referred to as 'brother' by Alice in her Will. Thomas donated £21 towards the building of Chelsea College in 1617.

Inscription in the church: Thomas Symcocks esqvier soone and heire to Xpofer Symcocks of this place and covnty esqvier, a lerned coynceillor at the lawes, a justice of the peace both of the covnties of Nottingham & Sonmerset; and syncere in trve religion, Marryed Alice Svtton the eldest davghter of Sir William Svtton of Aram in the said covnty Nottingham knight and hadde only issvue by her Thomas Symcocks Esq his hopefvil sonne & after he had lyved with her 14 years in godly amity he dyed at Aram aforesaid the 23 of October 1619 aged 60 where he was bvryed by his owne direction. In deserved memory of whom and for his pofterity, his respectful wyffe erected this monvment.anno deo 1624

Will of Thomas Symcocks, of the Middle Temple, London, esq. – dated Feb 15 1611, proved Nov 13th 1619 by Alice Symcocks, the relict. As touching my lands and goods, forasmuch as I do much desire to express my true love & affection to Alice Symcocks, my most dear & well beloved wife, and my especial respect & care of the continuance in prosperity of my house, name and blood after me, so long as yt shall please God, therefore I give, devise lymmit, & appoint my lands & goods in manner following, i.e. where my brother William Jessopp esquire is interested in my lease of Moorehouse for the sum of threescore pounds parcel of the money which he claymeth to have of me as debt by speciality, my will is, upon the payment of the said debt, the lease be conveyed to my wife. I have purchased the fee farm of the Rectory of Parsonage of Budeleigh, Somerset with the rights, &c., to me & my wife and heirs. I have also procured the supposed title to the right of patronage of the Vicaredge of Budeleigh aforesaid, with part of the money I had for her portion. I devise all this right &c., to my said wife & her heirs. But if my brothers or other kynne should pay my wife £100 yearly for her life, that then she shall convey the reversion after her death to him. All my goods and chattels to my wife Alice, extrix

DD/S/BT/6/5/2 - 1] Alice Powlet and Thomas Symcockes of Butleigh 2] Thomas Abbott of Butleigh Bond for quiet possession of land exchanged in Butleigh East field.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1649.

PROB 11/261 - Will of Alice Pawlett Widow Butleigh, Somerset . Date: 1657.

Alice Pawlett of Butleigh in the County of Somersett widdow being sick and weake of body but of good and perfect memorie Upon the seaventh day of August in the yeare of our Lord God one thousand six hundred fiftie and sixe made this her nuncupative will in manner and forme followinge: Imprimis Shee gave unto the parish church of Butleigh twenty shillings. Item shee gave unto Hester Pawlett her daughter-in-law One hundred pounds to be paid by her executors. Item shee gave unto her servant maides twenty shillings a peece Item shee gave unto her daughter Symcocke the choice of anie jewell she had Item the next choice of all her jewells she gave unto Mary Symcockes the oldest daughter of her sonne Thomas Symcockes Item the third choice of her jewells she gave unto her god daughter Dorothy Symcockes Item shee gave her wedding ringe to her grandchild Thomas Symcocks All the rest of her goods chattles creditts not given and bequeathed her debst paid her funeralls discharged she gave and bequeathed unto Thomas Symcockes her only sonne whom she made her full and whole executor of this her last will and testament. I do acknowledge this to be the last will and testament of Alice Pawlett my mother deceased Tho: Symcocks. Witnesses to this Nuncupative will John Rocke clerke, Susan Billings, John Paulett the marke of Mary Ffuntaine.

This Will was proved at London the fourteenth day of the month of Ffebruarie in the yeare of our Lord God according to the computation of the Church of England one thousand sixhundred fifty six before the judges for probate of Wills and granting administrations lawfully authorized by the oath of Thomas Symcocks the naturall and lawfull sonne of the said deceased and sole executor named in this her last will and testament to whom was committed administration of all and singular the goods chattles and debts of the said deceased Hee the said Thomas Symcocks being first sworne in the forme of lawe by vertue of a commission well and truly to administer the same.

2b1) Thomas Symcox Chr. 28 Apr 1616 Butleigh [armiger] bur. 27 Oct 1658 Butleigh 'the elder'

Thomas became severely indebted during the Civil War and by 1653 the estate of Butleigh was passed to his creditor John Webb. Dorothy married Thomas Eycott.

DD/S/BT/4/3/8 1] Thomas Symcockes, 2] Sir John Meller of Little Bredy, Dors., kt, his son and heir Robert, Wolley Meller of Upcerne, Dors., and William Coward of Wells
Grant for lives of Barbara Keeping's messuage, water grist mill and 3a, Katherine Symcockes' s messuage and 36a, Thomas Samwayes's messuage and 70a, a messuage and 70a late Joan Callow decd, the Churchhouse, a messuage late Joan Sutton decd, Tillye Walton's messuage, Rowley messuage and 70a, Joan Seymor's messuage and 18a and a messuage and 40a in Water lane, Butleigh trust to raise £1,500 for Thomas's younger children. 1641

DD/S/BT/4/5/2 - 1] Thomas Symcockes of Butleigh 2] John James of Butleigh, husbandman Lease for lives of Woolswood (5a), Butleigh. Rent 2s and suit of court.. [Somerset Archive and Records, BUTLEIGH COURT PAPERS] Date: 1642.

DD/S/BT/4/3/10 - 1] Thomas Symcockes, son of Thomas decd who was son of Christopher decd 2] Mary Butcher of Bristol 3] John Haggatt and Christopher Griffith of Bristol Grant in fee of Butleigh manor, charged with an annuity of £200 to Thomas's wife Dorothy after his death.. Date range: 1646 - 1647.

DD/S/BT/4/3/17 - 1] Thomas Symcockes and wife Dorothy, his mother Alice, widow of Thomas Pawlett 2] Mary Butcher 3] John Webb of St. Martin in the Fields Grant in fee of Butleigh manor and advowson, and Whitley hundred, with attached schedule of leases. Consideration £8, Date: 1653.

DD/S/BT/5/1/10 - 1] Thomas Symcockes of Butleigh, Robert, Halswell, Henry and Charles Symcockes, Joseph Eycott and wife Dorothy, daughter of Thomas 2] William Webb of Butleigh Assignment of £500 and covenant to obtain a chancery decree to provide for Thomas's younger children. Date range: 1672 - 1673.

2c) Humphrey Symcocks

This family removed to Dorset. Will of John Symcocks Blandford Forum, Jan 18 1638 mentions his father Humphrey decd. and Uncle Dyer Symcocks decd. Hugh Symcock of Durweston, batchelor Will 30 Nov 1632 to his father Humphry. Catherine Symcocks of Durweston, Dorset Will Jun 11 1635 left greater part to sister Ann Symcocks, rest to sisters Mary Maultus, Elizabeth Phelpton, Susanna Symcocks and brother John. John Symcock Durweston Will 28 Apr 1630 mentions brother Hew, sisters Elizabeth Phillpton, Mary Maultus, sisters Joan & Susan, Catherine and Ann, brother John and Uncle Christopher Symcocks. Father Humphry Exor. Alice Symcocks spinster of Dureston Will 14 Feb 1629 to sister Joane. William Symcocks Clerk of Durweston Will dated 27 Feb 1628 – mentions Uncle Dyer Symcocks Brothers John and Hugh, sisters Elizabeth, Jone, Susan, Katherine, Ann and Mary and Uncle Christopher Symcocks.

3) Robert Symcocks died post 1680-1

Robert is mentioned in the accounts in 1680-1. He was paid by the Overseers for writing their presentiment in 1673. In 1680 he was paid to go to the Justices about William Strode and received relief himself from the Overseers that year – nfi

4) Thomas Symcocks bur. 3 Mar 1720 Butleigh ?

Thomas mentioned in the churchwardens accounts 1684-1708. The Thomas paying rates 1684 – 98? In 1699 the rates were paid jointly by Thamesine Callow and Thomas Symcox then were late Symcox in 1700. In 1701 it is Thomas Symcox and Callow again and late Symcox in 1702. In 1700 a Thomas was paid for beer when the wake to Robert Gosmer's funeral took place at his house. Thamezine may be Thamezine Symcockes who must have married Henry Callow [Previously in 1630 Maria Symcockes had married Edmund Callow]. Henry Callow had died in 1693 and was followed by his son Henry paying rates on this property from 1700. In 1712 Thomas was paid for his expenses in attenting Taunton |sessions. The question is 'which Thomas is which'? Seems to be one short! [may possibly be descendants of the Cowards who took Symcockes surnames?]

5) Barbary Symcockes [widow Symcockes?]

In the churchwardens accounts is mention of Symcockes widow in 1682 who cleaned the church. Rates were paid by a Widow Symcockes from 1673-1682 [ in 1684 Thomas Symcockes started paying rates not far away from the widow's property – until 1798. These are the only two Symcockes still paying rates in the 1670-90 period]. Widow of which Symcockes? In 1683 Barbary Symcockes was paid by the OOP for looking after Alice Manfield. Barbary/Barbara then occurs every year receiving relief, clothes, rent or bequest money until 1711 when she received rent and relief in her sickness. Rent for a Symcockes was paid to John Squire in 1716 which was possibly Barbara. No further Symcox reference?

In 1685 there is mention of two children of Barbara (and their attendance when sick) and again in '86.In 1687 she was paid by an order of three justices of the Peace. In 1695/7 she was paid for looking after one of John Pirkes children [no mention of her own after 1686]. From c. 1706 she was often unwell

6) John Symcox

Katherine mentioned in 1691-6 – cleaning church.

7) Symcock burial;

DD/S/BT24/19/30-47 - Correspondence concerning Howard Simcox who claimed descent from the Symcockes family, lords of Butleigh and deplored the destruction of their monument in Butleigh church, writing to the Shepton Mallet Journal on the subject, and summons for removing marble Date range: 1879-1880.

Symes

A) Christian Symes married Butleigh 18 Jun 1590 Laurentius Squire

1) John Syms

2) Stephen Symes

Stephen paid rates 1687-94 and was churchwarden in 1691. He paid his rates jointly with John Gregory in '87. In 1693 he was paid by the OOP for binding out James Masters as an apprentice.

3) Hester Symes bur. 27 Apr 1718 Butleigh

The OOP for 1719 records that they paid 10s for a coffin for Esther.

4) James Symns

5) Edward Symes of Barton St. David [b. 1746, bur. 15 May 1818 Keinton Mandeville – as Simms]

In March 1781 the OOP went to East Pennard to obtain an order to remove Edward Simes from Butleigh to Keinton Mandeville. He was examined and his family carried to Hinton/Keinton for 1 shilling. The Edward who died 1818 was living at Walton at the time of his death.

6) Francis Symes b.c. 17 Oct 1782 Wayford, Crewkerne (?), died Butleigh 31 Jul 1844, buried elsewhere

In 1841 Francis was in Charlton Adam but his Will, which was read in 1846 has him dying in Butleigh in 1844, though he wasn't buried there. His daughter Mary Joan married Frederick William Dauncey (Chr. 12 May 1816 Butleigh) in Babcary on 16 Apr 1838.

7) James Symes b. 1859 Ilchester, groom 81-94

James (12) lodged at Butleigh Court Lodge in 1881. Nfi.

8) Ethel May Symes b. 1893 (Sep Q 5c/463 Shepton Mallet) Shepton Mallet, hospital housemaid, d.o. Henry C. and Mary I. Symes

Ethel worked at the Cottage Hospital in 1911. Her father was a carter.

Symmons/Symons

1) Joseph Symmons

Joseph started paying rates on property 'James Browns' in 1774/5 and did so until 1783.

2) Samuel Symons b. 1818 Tiverton, Devon, groom 51W-40

The family arrived in Butleigh Wootton shortly after the birth of their daughter in Ireland. In 1861 they lived in Chamberlain Street Court, St. Cuthbert's, Wells

Synge

1) Edward Francis Synge b. 1900 (Jun Q 11a/13 Chepstow, Mon.) Tidenham Glos., Vicar of Butleigh 1959 – 1979, s.o. Francis P. and Elizabeth Synge, d. 5 Apr, bur. 12 Apr 1985 Butleigh

The Reverend Synge wrote a small booklet “Butleigh, a Thousand years of a Somerset Parish” in 1974. As a boy he went to school in Bruton.