Ancestral Enquiries - Tony Smith 🌳
@ancestralenq.bsky.social
Genealogist & Family Historian for 20 years.
AGRA Associate, Wakefield, W. Yorks.
Pharos Intermediate & Advanced Certificate
One Place Study: St. John's Square, Wakefield
www.ancestralenquiries.co.uk
#FamilyHistory
#Genealogy
#LocalHistory
#Yorkshire
AGRA Associate, Wakefield, W. Yorks.
Pharos Intermediate & Advanced Certificate
One Place Study: St. John's Square, Wakefield
www.ancestralenquiries.co.uk
#FamilyHistory
#Genealogy
#LocalHistory
#Yorkshire
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Welcome to all new followers. My name is Tony & I started my professional genealogy journey in 2024.
When I'm not researching my ancestors or those of clients I enjoy running, alternative music, travelling & exploring historical buildings, churches, cathedrals, pubs, landmarks & graveyards.
When I'm not researching my ancestors or those of clients I enjoy running, alternative music, travelling & exploring historical buildings, churches, cathedrals, pubs, landmarks & graveyards.
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Huge Neolithic horse shoe shaped pits more than 4,000 years old discovered at Durrington Walls near Stonehenge, Wiltshire. 👇
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
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BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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November 27, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Huge Neolithic horse shoe shaped pits more than 4,000 years old discovered at Durrington Walls near Stonehenge, Wiltshire. 👇
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Huge Neolithic horse shoe shaped pits more than 4,000 years old discovered at Durrington Walls near Stonehenge, Wiltshire. 👇
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Huge Neolithic horse shoe shaped pits more than 4,000 years old discovered at Durrington Walls near Stonehenge, Wiltshire. 👇
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Huge Neolithic structure found in Stonehenge landscape - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Obituary: actor Jack Shepherd from Leeds. www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...
Jack Shepherd obituary
Versatile actor, director and playwright who found television fame in the detective series Wycliffe
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November 26, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Obituary: actor Jack Shepherd from Leeds. www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...
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Can I wish all those across the border a very happy Lancashire Day. It marks the day in 1295 when Lancashire first sent representatives to Edward I’s Model Parliament — a moment often taken as the county’s earliest voice in national affairs. It was first celebrated in 1996.
November 27, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Can I wish all those across the border a very happy Lancashire Day. It marks the day in 1295 when Lancashire first sent representatives to Edward I’s Model Parliament — a moment often taken as the county’s earliest voice in national affairs. It was first celebrated in 1996.
Back to my family tree last night & time to add more detail to my Smith side which has been neglected for so long. I started with my 3rd great uncle Robert Smith who I have identified 8 children for & living in Woolwich. Surprisingly in 1851 he was a builder employing 15 people. 🌳
November 27, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Back to my family tree last night & time to add more detail to my Smith side which has been neglected for so long. I started with my 3rd great uncle Robert Smith who I have identified 8 children for & living in Woolwich. Surprisingly in 1851 he was a builder employing 15 people. 🌳
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The Turks Head pub, Old Cawsey, Sowerby Bridge, W. Yorks. It was originally a packhorse inn & existed in the 1850's. By 1921 it was a Joseph Stocks pub. Joseph Stocks was acquired by Samuel Webster & Son in 1932-3.
November 26, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The Turks Head pub, Old Cawsey, Sowerby Bridge, W. Yorks. It was originally a packhorse inn & existed in the 1850's. By 1921 it was a Joseph Stocks pub. Joseph Stocks was acquired by Samuel Webster & Son in 1932-3.
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The Great Chamber at St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter. A broad stone staircase leads up to the room in which the medieval Priory's guests would have been fed. After the Reformation this probably served as a great chamber. The upper end of the hall, where there may have been a /1
November 24, 2025 at 5:47 PM
The Great Chamber at St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter. A broad stone staircase leads up to the room in which the medieval Priory's guests would have been fed. After the Reformation this probably served as a great chamber. The upper end of the hall, where there may have been a /1
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The last 2 from St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter. Left is the view from the top of the stairs with shafts of light lighting up the stairway & right a stained glass window marking the completion of restoration & the start of its use as a museum. I hope you enjoyed your tour of this magnificent building. 😊
November 25, 2025 at 10:21 PM
The last 2 from St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter. Left is the view from the top of the stairs with shafts of light lighting up the stairway & right a stained glass window marking the completion of restoration & the start of its use as a museum. I hope you enjoyed your tour of this magnificent building. 😊
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"Affectionate Remembrance" of James Baxendale Hodgson & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington at Wakefield Cemetery. James was a stuff merchant of Kirkgate, Wakefield who died 23rd September 1869 & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington died 5th June 1892. /1
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November 26, 2025 at 9:53 PM
"Affectionate Remembrance" of James Baxendale Hodgson & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington at Wakefield Cemetery. James was a stuff merchant of Kirkgate, Wakefield who died 23rd September 1869 & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington died 5th June 1892. /1
With @graveyardsquirrel.com
With @graveyardsquirrel.com
"Affectionate Remembrance" of James Baxendale Hodgson & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington at Wakefield Cemetery. James was a stuff merchant of Kirkgate, Wakefield who died 23rd September 1869 & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington died 5th June 1892. /1
With @graveyardsquirrel.com
With @graveyardsquirrel.com
November 26, 2025 at 9:53 PM
"Affectionate Remembrance" of James Baxendale Hodgson & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington at Wakefield Cemetery. James was a stuff merchant of Kirkgate, Wakefield who died 23rd September 1869 & his wife Elizabeth Pilkington died 5th June 1892. /1
With @graveyardsquirrel.com
With @graveyardsquirrel.com
The Turks Head pub, Old Cawsey, Sowerby Bridge, W. Yorks. It was originally a packhorse inn & existed in the 1850's. By 1921 it was a Joseph Stocks pub. Joseph Stocks was acquired by Samuel Webster & Son in 1932-3.
November 26, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The Turks Head pub, Old Cawsey, Sowerby Bridge, W. Yorks. It was originally a packhorse inn & existed in the 1850's. By 1921 it was a Joseph Stocks pub. Joseph Stocks was acquired by Samuel Webster & Son in 1932-3.
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One of Wakefield's gems, St. Austin's Roman Catholic Church, Wentworth Terrace was one of the earliest Roman Catholic churches constructed after the Reformation in W. Yorks. Constructed in 1825-28 based on designs by Joseph Ireland & modified by builder William Puckrin in /1
November 26, 2025 at 8:14 AM
One of Wakefield's gems, St. Austin's Roman Catholic Church, Wentworth Terrace was one of the earliest Roman Catholic churches constructed after the Reformation in W. Yorks. Constructed in 1825-28 based on designs by Joseph Ireland & modified by builder William Puckrin in /1
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St. Nicholas Priory, The Mint, Exeter is one of the oldest buildings in Devon. A small monastic community was formed here in around 1087 who were part of the Benedictine order. The Priory's purpose was hospitality to visitors, teaching & charity to the poor. The monks slept /1
November 23, 2025 at 4:23 PM
St. Nicholas Priory, The Mint, Exeter is one of the oldest buildings in Devon. A small monastic community was formed here in around 1087 who were part of the Benedictine order. The Priory's purpose was hospitality to visitors, teaching & charity to the poor. The monks slept /1
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At the north end of the great chamber of St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter there is a smaller chamber. It is likely to have been used for sleeping, eating & business. This was reconstructed in the later medieval period. The roof, walls, garderobe & adjacent window are from this /1
November 25, 2025 at 8:12 AM
At the north end of the great chamber of St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter there is a smaller chamber. It is likely to have been used for sleeping, eating & business. This was reconstructed in the later medieval period. The roof, walls, garderobe & adjacent window are from this /1
A ceramic jug that dates from 750 BC discovered at an auction in Gloucestershire to be returned to Cyprus. 👇
BBC News - Cypriot jug that predates Christianity to be returned to island - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Cypriot jug that predates Christianity to be returned to island - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Cypriot jug that predates Christianity to be returned to island
The
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November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A ceramic jug that dates from 750 BC discovered at an auction in Gloucestershire to be returned to Cyprus. 👇
BBC News - Cypriot jug that predates Christianity to be returned to island - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
BBC News - Cypriot jug that predates Christianity to be returned to island - BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Scottish fashion designer, Pam Hogg whose designs have been worn by Lady Gaga & Kylie Minogue has died. 👇
BBC News - Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg dies
www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC News - Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg dies
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Pam Hogg: Scottish fashion designer who created looks for Rihanna and Kate Moss dies
She was known for eccentric and outlandish designs, worn by stars like Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Scottish fashion designer, Pam Hogg whose designs have been worn by Lady Gaga & Kylie Minogue has died. 👇
BBC News - Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg dies
www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC News - Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg dies
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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The parlour at St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter. This room has been refurbished to offer a reconstruction of its appearance in 1602 when Nicholas Hurst lived here. The outstanding feature of the room is the late 16th century lime plaster ceiling with its pattern of quatrefoils, /1
November 23, 2025 at 9:28 PM
The parlour at St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter. This room has been refurbished to offer a reconstruction of its appearance in 1602 when Nicholas Hurst lived here. The outstanding feature of the room is the late 16th century lime plaster ceiling with its pattern of quatrefoils, /1
One of Wakefield's gems, St. Austin's Roman Catholic Church, Wentworth Terrace was one of the earliest Roman Catholic churches constructed after the Reformation in W. Yorks. Constructed in 1825-28 based on designs by Joseph Ireland & modified by builder William Puckrin in /1
November 26, 2025 at 8:14 AM
One of Wakefield's gems, St. Austin's Roman Catholic Church, Wentworth Terrace was one of the earliest Roman Catholic churches constructed after the Reformation in W. Yorks. Constructed in 1825-28 based on designs by Joseph Ireland & modified by builder William Puckrin in /1
Upgrades to Grade 2 listed Guildhall, Plymouth delayed by newly discovered structural issues. 👇
BBC News - Guildhall reopening delayed by structural issues
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BBC News - Guildhall reopening delayed by structural issues
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Plymouth Guildhall upgrades delayed by structural issues
Structural issues are delaying the reopening of the Plymouth Guildhall, a councillor has said.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Upgrades to Grade 2 listed Guildhall, Plymouth delayed by newly discovered structural issues. 👇
BBC News - Guildhall reopening delayed by structural issues
www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC News - Guildhall reopening delayed by structural issues
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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The Undercroft at St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter was the cellar where food & drink was stored. 👇
November 23, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The Undercroft at St. Nicholas Priory, Exeter was the cellar where food & drink was stored. 👇
A couple raise £70,000 funds in 2 days after appeal to descendants of Clan Jardine to save Applegarth church, near Lockerbie, Scotland which dates back to 1760.
BBC News - Clan descendants in US and Canada save historic church in two days
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BBC News - Clan descendants in US and Canada save historic church in two days
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Historic church saved in two days after global clan Facebook plea
A couple from Applegarth near Lockerbie received worldwide donations from Clan Jardine to buy a historic church.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:40 PM
A couple raise £70,000 funds in 2 days after appeal to descendants of Clan Jardine to save Applegarth church, near Lockerbie, Scotland which dates back to 1760.
BBC News - Clan descendants in US and Canada save historic church in two days
www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC News - Clan descendants in US and Canada save historic church in two days
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Overtaken by Jakarta & Dhaka. London 33rd. 👇
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Tokyo overtaken as world's biggest city
A UN report reveals which cities will likely boast the largest populations in 2050 and predicts London's population will soar.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Overtaken by Jakarta & Dhaka. London 33rd. 👇
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Just to let everyone know that the December/Christmas newsletter, The Heritage Letter will be out on Sunday. Don't forget it's available absolutely free of charge should you wish or a donation is welcome. A link will be available on Sunday. #Heritage #Christmas #Yorkshire
November 25, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Just to let everyone know that the December/Christmas newsletter, The Heritage Letter will be out on Sunday. Don't forget it's available absolutely free of charge should you wish or a donation is welcome. A link will be available on Sunday. #Heritage #Christmas #Yorkshire
Rest in Peace, Leeds born actor, star of Wycliffe who has died age 85. 👇
BBC News - English actor Jack Shepherd, star of Wycliffe, dies at 85
www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC News - English actor Jack Shepherd, star of Wycliffe, dies at 85
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Jack Shepherd: English actor and star of Wycliffe dies at 85
He will be remembered for his roles as TV detective Charles Wycliffe and fictional Labour MP Bill Brand.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Rest in Peace, Leeds born actor, star of Wycliffe who has died age 85. 👇
BBC News - English actor Jack Shepherd, star of Wycliffe, dies at 85
www.bbc.com/news/article...
BBC News - English actor Jack Shepherd, star of Wycliffe, dies at 85
www.bbc.com/news/article...