An account of our holiday to southern Spain, not to the hideous 'Blackpool in the sun', Costas, but to the delightful inland Lecrin Valley.

An account of all residences Hester or Henry are known to have had in Bath or Bristol.

My auntie Ida used to make her renowned Cheesecake at family occasions. I am pleased to say that in her old age she gave me the secret recipe and even helped me over the phone when I wasn't quite sure how to follow the recipe. She has since passed away and is greatly missed. Here is the recipe in memory of her.

The most common Thrale male forename is Ralph and Thomas, closely followed by John and William.

Of the 15 direct male ancestors of David Thrale - owner of this website - five were called Thomas, three were Richard two were Robert, with one each of Ralph, Kenneth, Herbert and John. Other common Thrale forenames include, Richard, Alban, Norman and Peter.

Female genealogical records are less readily available. However, common Thrale female forenames during the same period include Elizabeth, Anne, Sarah and Mary.