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The Cornwall Register: Containing Collections Relative to the Past and Present State of the 209 Parishes, Forming the County, Archdeaconry, ... Poor Law Unions of Cornwall (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

John Wallis

 
9781332562824: The Cornwall Register: Containing Collections Relative to the Past and Present State of the 209 Parishes, Forming the County, Archdeaconry, ... Poor Law Unions of Cornwall (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover a detailed portrait of Cornwall’s parishes and their history.

This reference untangles the 209 Cornish parishes, their unions, deaneries, and local governance, offering clear summaries, parish histories, and practical data for researchers and curious readers alike.

This edition compiles descriptions, tables, and notes that illuminate the past and present state of Cornwall’s church, civil, and economic geography. It includes parish-by-parish descriptions, a comprehensive index, and cross‑references to patterns in population, area, and administrative boundaries. Readers will find historical context about notable towns, islands, and manors, plus insights into how the region’s parishes fit within wider county structures.
  • Parish descriptions with boundaries, patronage, and incumbents
  • Tables showing unions, registrar districts, and county rates
  • Notes on Scilly and coastal communities, islands, and key local features
  • Index to all 209 parishes for quick reference
Ideal for readers of local history, genealogy, and students researching Cornwall’s historic administrative framework.

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