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Pam short wrote on 12th September 2022
Hi ,I have my mother in law living with us and have a photo of post box cottage. Mum's granny opened it in 1930 mrs Emily hambidge .if you would like a copy of the photo Please let me know how I can upload it.
Hi ,I have my mother in law living with us and have a photo of post box cottage. Mum's granny opened it in 1930 mrs Emily hambidge .if you would like a copy of the photo Please let me know how I can upload it.
Ray short wrote on 11th September 2022
Hi my mothers grandmother opened the post office in the village in 1930 her name was Emily Hambidge I have a postcard photo of the post office and wonder if you would like a copy for your history pages
Hi my mothers grandmother opened the post office in the village in 1930 her name was Emily Hambidge I have a postcard photo of the post office and wonder if you would like a copy for your history pages
Diana Leitch wrote on 25th September 2021
Alison Foster had responded a few years ago to a message I had left about my Harris ancestors of Elsfield. She said she was related to my gtgrandfather John Bridges of Drayton St Leonard in Oxfordshire who had married Ann Harris of Elsfield. If she sees this message please could she get in touch so we can compare Bridges notes.
Alison Foster had responded a few years ago to a message I had left about my Harris ancestors of Elsfield. She said she was related to my gtgrandfather John Bridges of Drayton St Leonard in Oxfordshire who had married Ann Harris of Elsfield. If she sees this message please could she get in touch so we can compare Bridges notes.
Admin Reply by: alberon
I have forwarded on your message to the email address we have on file for Alison. best wishes Tim, Elsfield
I have forwarded on your message to the email address we have on file for Alison. best wishes Tim, Elsfield
Floriane BALLIGE wrote on 16th May 2021
I visited the Cotswolds in 2013 and this village was on my to-see list. It's such a lovely place! Hope to go back when travelling will be possible again.
I visited the Cotswolds in 2013 and this village was on my to-see list. It's such a lovely place! Hope to go back when travelling will be possible again.
Kathleen Elliott wrote on 16th August 2020
I am interested to see a previous entry regarding Mobley ancestors in Elsfield. I beleive my 3xgt grandfather John Mobley lived in the village in the early 1800's before moving into central Oxford to follow his trade as a butcher. I was born in Oxford, but now live in Wales. I will put Elsfield on my to do list next time I "go home".
I am interested to see a previous entry regarding Mobley ancestors in Elsfield. I beleive my 3xgt grandfather John Mobley lived in the village in the early 1800's before moving into central Oxford to follow his trade as a butcher. I was born in Oxford, but now live in Wales. I will put Elsfield on my to do list next time I "go home".
Admin Reply by: alberon
Thanks for your message!
Thanks for your message!
Alyson Morse wrote on 2nd January 2020
I am looking into my family history and it appears my paternal grandfather lived on forest farm Elsfield according to the 1939 registry, he had a wife ELSIE MAY BERRY and my father DESMOND WALTER also living with him. I just wondered if anyone might have any old photos of the time or any information regarding either place or people. Many many thanks for any response.
I am looking into my family history and it appears my paternal grandfather lived on forest farm Elsfield according to the 1939 registry, he had a wife ELSIE MAY BERRY and my father DESMOND WALTER also living with him. I just wondered if anyone might have any old photos of the time or any information regarding either place or people. Many many thanks for any response.
Tim Ault wrote on 22nd December 2019
Great that the new website is live! Also great that this guestbook is (hopefully) now working again after a short "break"!
Great that the new website is live! Also great that this guestbook is (hopefully) now working again after a short "break"!
anon wrote on 24th September 2015
very interesting page. kind regards
very interesting page. kind regards
anon wrote on 12th December 2014
Very interesting and entertaining to learn all about my home village.
Very interesting and entertaining to learn all about my home village.
Malcolm wrote on 13th August 2013
Just visited this site and notice comments made by Alison Foster regarding the marriage John Bridges of Drayton St Leonard where the roots of my family stem. Would be interested to hear more.
Just visited this site and notice comments made by Alison Foster regarding the marriage John Bridges of Drayton St Leonard where the roots of my family stem. Would be interested to hear more.
Deana Decker wrote on 24th March 2013
Very interesting site. My Great Great grandfather and grandmother Thomas John and Mary Ann Berry are listed as living here in the 1881 Census. He is listed as a gardener. They left for Canada in 1884. Any info about their time in Elsfield would be appreciated.
Very interesting site. My Great Great grandfather and grandmother Thomas John and Mary Ann Berry are listed as living here in the 1881 Census. He is listed as a gardener. They left for Canada in 1884. Any info about their time in Elsfield would be appreciated.
Angie Smith wrote on 7th February 2013
Interested in the Allams Elstons and Gammons of Elsfield
Interested in the Allams Elstons and Gammons of Elsfield
Jo Paige wrote on 5th November 2012
My mother Lesley lived in Elsfield as a child with her parents - lawrence and Gertrude - just seen a picture of them in the gallery. Came to visit Elsfield a couple of years ago to look at the mosaics in the church. since then Mum made contact with Rosie lane - who unfortunately died a couple of years ago. Lovely to look at the pictures.
My mother Lesley lived in Elsfield as a child with her parents - lawrence and Gertrude - just seen a picture of them in the gallery. Came to visit Elsfield a couple of years ago to look at the mosaics in the church. since then Mum made contact with Rosie lane - who unfortunately died a couple of years ago. Lovely to look at the pictures.
Judith Brand wrote on 19th April 2012
Brilliant site, my father was William Hambidge, brother of George so I know the area quite well, and remember when Mr & Mrs Hambidge Snr were living in a cottage at Sescut. My mother and aunt worked at the Manor during the time John Buchan was there, their father was also a gardener there at some point.
Brilliant site, my father was William Hambidge, brother of George so I know the area quite well, and remember when Mr & Mrs Hambidge Snr were living in a cottage at Sescut. My mother and aunt worked at the Manor during the time John Buchan was there, their father was also a gardener there at some point.
Patricia Hanks wrote on 8th April 2012
What a lovely site. I lived at Sescut Farm from 1954 to 1958ish! Then in Last Cottage Elsfield until about 1963. My maiden name was Burt. I was friends with Rose Pinker, Lesley Chandler, Rosie Lane, The Beddings, The Jones and Fred Maltby. Also the Willis' and Lois Watts. Also the Benson girls, daughters of the Vicar.
What a lovely site. I lived at Sescut Farm from 1954 to 1958ish! Then in Last Cottage Elsfield until about 1963. My maiden name was Burt. I was friends with Rose Pinker, Lesley Chandler, Rosie Lane, The Beddings, The Jones and Fred Maltby. Also the Willis' and Lois Watts. Also the Benson girls, daughters of the Vicar.
Rebecca Comley (Brown) wrote on 26th March 2012
My parents used to live at Post Box cottage in Elsfield, I had two brothers Mark and Darren Brown, my parents were called Shirley and George. i only lived there for until i was 2 years old. We were and still are friends with the Bradfords, who used to run the farm. and also Mrs Sandford who used to live next door to us. i can still remember going up to play with Sally, Vicky and Phillip Bradford when i was a little girl and enjoy looking at the animals on their farm... that was the good old days.
My parents used to live at Post Box cottage in Elsfield, I had two brothers Mark and Darren Brown, my parents were called Shirley and George. i only lived there for until i was 2 years old. We were and still are friends with the Bradfords, who used to run the farm. and also Mrs Sandford who used to live next door to us. i can still remember going up to play with Sally, Vicky and Phillip Bradford when i was a little girl and enjoy looking at the animals on their farm... that was the good old days.
Leah Chandler wrote on 10th January 2012
I just read the article of my meeting with Lady Tweedsmuir, and I do want to give thanks to the Elsfield archivist, for being instrumental in seeing that my story will be shared with anyone who is interested in learning of the kindness of this very nice Lady to a little girl. Speaking of kindness, my family and two very dear friends were welcomed into the home of two villagers where we all spent a most enjoyable afternoon, before being taken to the gravesite. We are all so appreciative. My Grandson was thrilled to see his picture, and is so happy people all over the world will be able to see him in England.
I just read the article of my meeting with Lady Tweedsmuir, and I do want to give thanks to the Elsfield archivist, for being instrumental in seeing that my story will be shared with anyone who is interested in learning of the kindness of this very nice Lady to a little girl. Speaking of kindness, my family and two very dear friends were welcomed into the home of two villagers where we all spent a most enjoyable afternoon, before being taken to the gravesite. We are all so appreciative. My Grandson was thrilled to see his picture, and is so happy people all over the world will be able to see him in England.
Alison Foster wrote on 30th December 2011
Hi. In response to a very old post, from Dr Diana Leitch, I can confirm that her Gt Grandma Ann Harris (bapt 1843) in Elsfield, did indeed marry John Bridges of Drayton St Leonard. John is my 1st cousin 4 x removed. Ann died in the March Qu of 1900, in Runcorn Cheshire. Her father, Robert Boddington Harris married Jane Mortimore, of Oakley Bucks, and the Harris' finished their days in Sutton Courtney. I had the pleasure of visiting Elsfield churchyard when I was researching my husband's family tree, and strangely coincided with the anniversary of one of their deaths. I returned a few days later and place a single rose on the grave. It was an honour to remember Elsfield's past residents, and to ensure they were not forgotten.
Hi. In response to a very old post, from Dr Diana Leitch, I can confirm that her Gt Grandma Ann Harris (bapt 1843) in Elsfield, did indeed marry John Bridges of Drayton St Leonard. John is my 1st cousin 4 x removed. Ann died in the March Qu of 1900, in Runcorn Cheshire. Her father, Robert Boddington Harris married Jane Mortimore, of Oakley Bucks, and the Harris' finished their days in Sutton Courtney. I had the pleasure of visiting Elsfield churchyard when I was researching my husband's family tree, and strangely coincided with the anniversary of one of their deaths. I returned a few days later and place a single rose on the grave. It was an honour to remember Elsfield's past residents, and to ensure they were not forgotten.
Mary Bridge wrote on 14th November 2011
my great grandmother Mary (Edith) Cox worked as a housemaid at Elsfield Manor during the 1890's. Any record of her would be appreciated.
my great grandmother Mary (Edith) Cox worked as a housemaid at Elsfield Manor during the 1890's. Any record of her would be appreciated.
Roger Sweet wrote on 6th March 2009
In my retirement I am travelling round Oxfordshire villages to take photographs. I havent visited Elsfield yet, but I hope to soon as I can.Good to see you have a village website. Many villages dont!
In my retirement I am travelling round Oxfordshire villages to take photographs. I havent visited Elsfield yet, but I hope to soon as I can.Good to see you have a village website. Many villages dont!

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