Arnold

[bozzwell]

Thanks Andrea and Dave,
I've just ordered a Marriage certificate from Tonbridge
over the phone. It only cost £7.50. I was told To expect it within 10 working days.
The Birth certificate isn't done over the phone. I have to send £7.00 plus a sae to Crowborough Registry Office.
I'm happy with both deals.
Thanks again
Betty

[Dave Francis]

Thanks Andrea and Dave,
I've just ordered a Marriage certificate from Tonbridge
over the phone. It only cost £7.50. I was told To expect it within 10 working days.
The Birth certificate isn't done over the phone. I have to send £7.00 plus a sae to Crowborough Registry Office.
I'm happy with both deals.
Thanks again
Betty

Brilliant! Let's hope that Crowborough can find Esther's birth certificate!

Dave

[bozzwell]

Hi Dave,

Today I received a copy of the Birth certificate of Frederick Arnold and Susan Braybon from Tunbridge Wells Office. It confirmed that John was the father of Frederick. I was disappointed that Fredericks mother wasn't on the certificate. I really wanted to find out her name, particularly her maiden surname.

Regarding Esther Arnold, Crowborough Registration Office could find no trace of her birth and suggested I try Tunbridge Wells, as apparently, although they hold the Frant registers, the area has overlapped with Tunbridge Wells.
So, it's back to the drawing board!!!
Betty

[sillgen]

Marriage certificates never mention the mother - at least not England and Wales ones.   You need the birth or baptism for that.
Andrea