London Parishes

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Explore the rich history of London parishes with free family history guides. Discover maps, records, and insights for parishes across the historic county.

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County Resources

London Marriage Licences and Allegations 1521 to 1869 edited by Joseph Foster from Excerpts by the Late Colonel Chester, D.C.L. with memoir and portrait. Published: London 1887 – This book is a free download from Parishmouse

Allegations for Marriage Licences Issued by the Bishop of London 1611 to 1828 extracted y (The Late) Col. Joseph Lemuel Chester, LL.D., D.C.L., and edited by Geo. J. Armytage, F.S.A., Honorary Secretary to the Harleian Society. Volume II. Published: 1887 – This book is a free download from Parishmouse

Kelly’s Post Office Guide to London in 1871, Visitor’s Handbook to the Metropolis and Companion to the Directory. London: Printed and Published by Kelly and Co., 51, Great Queen Street, Lincoln’s Inn Fields, W.C.; Sold by Simpkin, Marshall and Co. Publisher: Kelly and Co. Date of publication: 1871 File size: 33 MB – This book is a free download from Parishmouse

Wakefield’s Merchant and Tradesman’s General Directory for London, Westminster, Borough of Southwark and Twenty-two Miles Circular from St. Paul’s, for the Year, 1794. Containing an Accurate List of the Names and Places of Abode of the Merchants, Manufacturers, and Principal Tradesmen By Roger Wakefield. Files Size: 299.2 MB – This book is a free download from Parishmouse