Victorian Newnham/Rushden

[Katie123]

Hi,
Could somebody please give me a very brief description of what Newnham and Rushden were like in the 19th century? this might sound very weird  but I'm just very curious!
Katie

[lornadoone]

Hi Katie
         I have been in contact with you before about a William Leeson...can't remember where.There is a very good book called ,''Newnham,The History of a Northamptonshire Village'',written by a Russell Key.I think it is still available,i obtained my copy from Amazon.It is quite depictive and gives a good insight into the village life.

[Katie123]

Ah yes, hello! Okay, I will try that book, thanks!  I have actually tracked down some pictures of William Leeson's brothers if you're interested in having copies?

[lornadoone]

Hi Katie,
            Yes,that would be great,thanks.Did you manage to locate your missing ancestors?
                                                  Jenny
       

[Katie123]

ok, if you give me your email address, I'll send them (I can only find one of the two atm, buried somewhere amongst my various documents lol)
Yes, I managed to track down a man who would have been my grandmother's (William Leeson's daughter) cousin; I also found out quite a bit more about old William himself, which if it would be of any interest to you, I would be more than happy to type up!
Katie

[lornadoone]

    You may still have my address,but check my profile.

[Alwynne]

There is also the following book:

The History and Antiquities of Higham Ferrers, with historical Rushden and Irthlingborough, etc. By John Cole, of Scarborough. Printed for the author at Wellingborough, 1838.

I haven't seen this book myself, but have read the extract on Rushden, as it concerns my family, who lived at Rushden Hall. It may be hard to get, but there is a copy in the British Library.
Cheers,
Alwynne

[marylou]

You could have a look at this site

http://www.rushdenheritage.co.uk/

Its quite new and is being added to regularly but gives a bit of insight into what Rushden was like