Thanks Steve for that. The Ref is RG12/2153 Reuben BELL and spouse Fanny. A couple of other listers have suggested BASFORD too, and I think that is what it must say. I have no local knowledge of the area whatsoever, only just discovered family links to Staffs this week! Thanks again for your kindness. regards Barrie Sharples North Yorkshire --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.505 / Virus Database: 302 - Release Date: 30/07/03