Thanks Lyn. What with all the confusing surnames and variations I'm thinking of joining Ryedale Family History Group. Their research room isn't that far away so it may well be worth a trip or two to Hovingham to ferret out more details.
By the way, I came across a mention of Henry Garbutt (Abbott) (1807) in the Malton Messenger the other day in a notice regarding his daughter Susannah's wedding to James Rawson (Rosen) in March 1859. It mentioned that the bride's father Henry Garbutt esq was from 'Spring Hall'. Does anyone know where Spring Hall is /was?
With thanks,
Paula