hi Mick
this is absolutely fantastic ! really interesting,,, the 1861 census has Richard snr. as an Innkeeper, something that should be useful and maybe traceable ?
I'm trying to keep up with all you have found but takes me a while to get my head around it all.
Your offer to trace the kids is very welcome, thankyou, but a lot of work ! I am initially looking to follow young Thomas, c1842, who if my info is correct, marries (c 1867?) a Catherine (unknown) c1841, Sunderland, Durham. Children ; Isabella, Mary, Miles, Elizabeth, Richard, Hannah.
Off to work ? a late shift ? well, thanks again and
all the best
Pete