All History Articles
You will find all the history articles here.
Archives and Facts
These articles record episodes of historical interest from the History of Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne, including some expanded versions of 'Parish News' articles.
Anecdotes and Folklore
These are a number of interesting / anecdotal stories from the history of Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne which may - or may not - have been 100% factually correct. They will be recorded here, together with other short items of local historical interest.
Historical Sources
This Category includes parish registers & Bishop's transcripts, historical maps, annual Censuses (1841 to 1911), and Surveys of the Manors of Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne.
The Parish News - Archive of Benger Trails articles
Copies of Benger Trails articles from previous Parish News magazines will appear here.
Wills & Inventories
A number of Wills & Inventories, dating back to the 1600s, can be found on-line. Some of them have been transcribed (in full or partially) and will appear here. Please get in touch if you are looking for the records of a specific person. Alternatively, please let us know if you have a transcribed Will or Inventory that you are happy to share here.
People
Stories about people from the history of Sutton Benger and Draycot Cerne will be recorded here.