Explore centuries of probate records from Devon and Cornwall in one accessible volume.
This nonfiction calendar gathers wills and administrations proved in the Consistory Court of the Bishop of Exeter, dating from 1532 to 1800, and preserved in Exeter’s probate registry. It helps researchers understand where and how these records were kept and used.
With editorial contributions that organize and clarify the material, the book offers context on jurisdiction, parish coverage, and the practicalities of probate in the period. It includes an index to surnames and a clear, alphabetical presentation designed for efficient searching.
- Detailed calendar of wills and administrations from 1532–1800
- Alphabetical indexing to speed surname searches
- Context on the Court’s jurisdiction across Devon and Cornwall
- Notes on historical periods when wills were proved in London
Ideal for genealogists, local historians, and researchers tracing families in the Devon and Cornwall region.