Family History - Germans/Polish in Thornton Steward

Added on 17 September 2012

We have had an update from a previous contributor, Julie Brutnell (see 22 April entry below), which also relates to the news item received a few days beforehand concerning the Winn family. Julie can be contacted on: heavensguide@hotmail.com. Hi again I have been shown some 1780 dessert spoons from ...

Family History - Any knowledge of the Winns?

Added on 14 September 2012

We have had another enquiry from a visitor to the churchyard. If anybody has any information relating to the Winns, please contact Morris by email on: mopicsboston@btinternet.com. Hello Thornton Steward residents, I came up with my son yesterday - 13/09/12 from Boston, Lincolnshire, hoping to find ...

Family History - Any knowledge of Thomas Law and his wife Christiana?

Added on 11 July 2012

We have received the following request from Val Slater. If anybody can help, would they please contact Val by emailing her at val.slater@btinternet.com. Does anyone have information about the life and times of Thomas Law - schoolmaster of Thornton Steward on the 1841 Census - and his wife Christian...

Lighting the Thornton Steward Jubilee Beacon

Added on 04 June 2012

The Diamond Jubilee celebrations were rounded off wonderfully with a gathering of friends and neighbours on the evening of Monday 4th June. It was chilly, but our thoughtful hosts had organised a blazing brazier to keep us warm while we waited for the beacon to be lit, along with yet more fabulous f...

The Big Jubilee Lunch, Thornton Steward Institute

Added on 03 June 2012

What a fabulous party to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee! The Institute was packed, the tables laden with delicious food and a good time was had by all. Live music, plenty of wine and Theakstons beer, the royal flotilla screened on a large TV and a tombola all added to the party atmosphere. Se...