Day: May 1, 2020

Archival Types – Manorial Documents

Manorial documents are a rich and under-used source for both local and family historians and are key to understanding life in early-modern England.  Contrary to popular belief most manorial documents are post-medieval and written in English, although the medieval Latin documents often get more attention. Stewards, acting for manorial lords, produced a wide range of… Read more Archival Types – Manorial Documents