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Pooles Cavern - allways ask
« on: Monday 05 May 08 19:50 BST (UK) »
Just thought I would share my afternoon experiences.

My ancestors address in some census material is described as 'Pools Cavern' and in others as Green Lane.  I never actually thought that they lived in the cavern but have been a little bemused as to where they actually lived.

I visited the cavern today and took lots photos of a couple of 17th century derelict cottages which are next to the cavern and not actually on Green Lane.  I thought that perhaps this was a good bet and although unlikely to be my actual ancestors seat they probably lived in something very similar.

As I'm musing over this I noticed that my 6 year old had wandered off to a farm behind the cottages and the owner was letting her feed the hens.  I went over and started chatting and what a hive of info the old chap turned out to be.  He pointed out where the Lime pits were and told me that many poor families lived in pits there.  As my G G Grandad was a lime stone quarry man this could be an option.

So, my moral is never be afraid to ask...or  borrow my 6 yr old to make the introductions for you  Wink 
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