Linda's 1st cousin 4 x removed Emma Boliver was born in Liverpool in 1869, the daughter of David Boliver and his wife Emma, née Smith. Her name might not be found in history books, but her life reflects the quiet complexities faced by many women in Victorian England—stories of love, loss, and starting over that […]
Pilton is a quiet Somerset village with a long memory. I spent an afternoon walking its lanes and exploring its landmarks, and found a place where history still shapes the everyday. At the centre of the village stands the Church of St John the Baptist, partly hidden by old trees and surrounded by a peaceful […]
When Elizabeth Craven’s husband died in 1854, she tried to marry his brother—but the Church called it “illegal.” What followed was a quiet act of defiance, a hidden wedding, and a glimpse into how family, faith, and survival collided in Victorian Britain.
[Stephen Wiggin was the brother of Thomas, Linda's 6th great-grandfather.] The life of Stephen Wiggin, wax chandler of London, is tightly woven into the commercial fabric of 18th-century England. If you haven’t read it yet, check out Stephen Wiggin: The Wax Chandler of Exchange Alley — a deep dive into his fascinating life story. To […]
