Sheridan Parsons Writes

History

Drummer Arthur James Sear, 1895-1915

This is the story of my Great Uncle, Arthur James Sear, who was killed in the First World War.

History

Lizzie Gertrude Frost's Tune Book

My son was thrilled to come home with this old edition of the Bristol Tune Book which he bought at Acorns Charity Shop. #charityshopfinds

History

Philip Swan, Mary Swan, and Lillie Swan

For years, the oldest original photograph in my family collection was a mystery. Now I have passed it on to a direct descendant of the family.

History

The History of Barlaston Boatyard

I researched this history of the Boatyard for my lovely clients. It includes some information on Boatyard Cottages and New Buildings​.

Canalside Homes

Where does the Canal & River Trust sell its properties?

Where does the Canal & River Trust sell its properties? There isn't a straightforward answer. I'll explain.

Canalside Homes

Should I change my estate agent?

Is your home is on the market, and are you struggling to sell? Are you thinking of leaving your current estate agent? Read this first!

Canalside Homes

Thinking of buying a canalside home AND a narrowboat?

If you are buying a canalside house you may also be thinking of buying a boat for the first time...

Canalside Homes

Estate Agents' Valuations

Lots of advice on getting a valuation and choosing an estate agent!

Canalside Homes

Getting Involved with Canals

Here are some wonderful ways to enjoy canals, from going for a walk to driving heavy machinery!

Canalside Homes

Canalside Parks - Static Caravans and Lodges

Let's take a look at the fantastic range of static caravan and lodge parks along the canals of the UK.

Canalside Homes

Dreaming of emigrating to England?

Let's look at your options for entering the UK and staying in this country, temporarily or permanently.

Canalside Homes

The Best Canalside Villages in Britain

I’ve listed some of my favourite canalside villages here, all with a population under 7,500 and within 750m of the canal.

History

Women in Estate Agency - the 1880s and 1890s

In the 1880s estate agency was almost unheard of as a career for women, but times were changing.

History

Willie George Allsop, 1882-1902

Willie George Allsop lived at 2 Canal Locks, Glascote, one of the Top Lock cottages. His father was Peter Allsop, a canal toll clerk.

History

The History of Rothay Street, Leigh

In 2023 I sold a house in Rothay Street. Here's the history I researched for the sellers and the new owners.

History

The Calder and Hebble Navigation

A brief history of the Calder and Hebble Navigation.

History

Found drowned - Francis Herbert Bailey (1869-1884)

The story of Francis Herbert Bailey (1869-1884 who was found drowned at Sydney Lock,

History

Devizes Bathing Place on the Kennet and Avon Canal

The idea of setting up a dedicated bathing area in the Kennet and Avon Canal first cropped up in print in 1860. Here's its history.