Bedfordshire Local History Association

Hello. I am trying to identify a couple of villages in existence in the late 1700’s, early 1800’s. The spellings I have are various and several. The two villages in question are Smedley, and Sturtly/Sturtley/Streatly/Streatly. Any help and information would…

Hi, Hope you can help with this seemingly simple enquiry.  I want to find out the location (road or street) of the “Lipton Market” shop in Bedford. (I’ve attached a photo of the shop) The date would be c1891 to…

Hello, my name is Brian Wedge and I live in Berkhamsted, Herts. I am a member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers and wonder if you could provide any information about the above building. I am asking because in…

I am hoping you can help our family discover why a Great Uncle of ours is buried at Kempston. He was serving with the Royal Engineers in 1916. Name -Thomas Jenkins, Svce No.182786 .plot M 20. Was there a hospital…

I am searching for any references to the Berman/Bermona Hat Factory, Luton; in particular would welcome contact with anyone who worked there. My research is in connection with the Southern Counties Costume Society. Very much hoping you can help. Thank you, Carolyn…