Discover the living history of Rochford Hundred, with parish sketches, family lineages, and local lore.
The History of Rochford Hundred, Volume II, collects notes from former authors, manuscripts, and church registers to illuminate the parishes, clergy, and everyday life of this Essex region. It blends geography, genealogy, traditions, and tithe records into a detailed portrait of communities like Paglesham, East-hall, South-hall, and their changing fortunes through the centuries.
This edition offers:
- Parish and church histories, including restorations, monuments, and inscriptions
- Biographies and genealogies of local families tied to the land and tenements
- Notes on manors, landholding, and agricultural practices
- Historical context and place names that shape the Hundred’s story
Ideal for readers who enjoy local history, genealogy research, and the social fabric of medieval to early modern England.