Hi, I have hit a brick wall regarding the birth of Robert Gibbons Labourer who died in Cockermouth in 1878. He was born in 1794/5. The 1851 and 1861 census say in West Layton and the 1871 says in Temple Soweby which is near West Layton.He married Sarah Nelson in Temple Sowerby in 1815.The IG index has no baptisms of Gibbons in West Layton but there is a baptism of a George Gibbin in Temple Sowerby on 13th October 1793. Father -John Gibbin,mother Mary (could this be John Gibbons who married Mary Hebblethwaite 20 Oct 1788 Ravenstonedale,Westmoreland ?)
I understand the IG index only holds 80% of Westmoreland records and that parish records are held at Kendal.If anyone has access to Temple Sowerby records or can shed any more light on Robert I would be so grateful to hear from you.
Regards
Barnsey.