Description | Notebook compiled by Robert Leighton of The Groves, Goodmanham (now known as Leighton House) which he built, with later additions [by Mrs Bell]. Containing: Transcripts and notes from Goodmanham parish records - baptisms 1696-1812; marriages 1696-1751; burials 1678-1901; terriers 1637, 1825, 1853, 1864 and nd.; extracts from churchwardens' and overseers' book 1782-1836; Goodmanham doles 1782-1836. Also includes: Letter to Robert Leighton from Robert Wyvse, Malton relating to land required for Market Weighton Railway 19 Jan 1888. Letter to Rev A G Braund from Goodmanham Parish Council relating to dole, Mr R Leighton's executors 24 Apr 1935 |