Robinett

[sadiemc]

Hi

My ancestor John Robinett and then his son Thomas Robinett were recorded as market gardeners in Yaxley in 1891 and 1901.

I wondered if anyone could shred light on what this employment would entail, ie: what acreage of land would they most likely have owned? (I have a will and it just states land) why would this be different to farmer? what would their community standing be?

Any information would be gartefully received.

Sadie

[bedfordshire boy]

Google is your friend. Just put in Market gardener and you'll get many hits, one of the more interesting being http://www.bahs.org.uk/23n1a2.pdf

David

[sadiemc]

Thanks for that, will take a look.