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Since my parents died within a few weeks of each other a few years ago I have been looking into my father's family tree, and it seems all his relatives came from Mark in Somerset so I hope to visit there soon to trace my family tree further as I have hit a brick wall at the moment. I have got as far as a "Thomas Urch" who was born around 1737 and married to Sarah? If anyone could help I would be very grateful. Last edited: 25/03/2008 09:54 by Avril Urch |
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Year: 1930s
Childhood Holiday and later holiday in my teens
My first visit was with my parents. From memory, they had booked to stay somewhere, but for some reason we were directed to stay with a Mr & Mrs Salter who owned a farmhouse near the church. We were made very welcome. Around 1949, I decided to cycle to Somerset from Dagenham Essex at the age of 16 against my parents wishes, I was only earning £2.10.0 (£2.50 today) each week. I had to borrow a decent cycle from a good friend, and set off on a Saturday morning not knowing where I was going to stay or even knowing if I would make it all the way. Heavy rain made me do B&B in Marlborouigh for 10/- (50p). Sunday was brilliant sunshine, and I made it to the village of Mark at around 6pm in the evening. I happened to stop outside this house with railings around the front that I recalled, and a voice from a window above asked if they could help me. I looked up, and amazingly it was Mrs Salter who immediately recognised me, and allowed me to stay for a week. Made very welcome. Not having much money, I mingled with some of the local kids in the evenings. At the end of the week, It was suggested by Mr Salter that I take the train home as it was raining heavily and use the money to pay them for my train fare. I sent a postal order for my stay when I got home. I have always loved Somerset, and was evacuated during the WW2 to Wookey Hole. Last edited: 21/02/2008 09:18 by David Cask |
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