Irwing
7th September 2009, 17:01
My great-great-great-great grandfather was Richard Woods, a harbour and gateway pilot at Gorleston. He was born circa 1806 and lived on High Street and Pier Marsh in Gorleston.
I have found him in all relevant census returns and in an 1850 trade directory for the area. There were two Richard Woods of the same age who were both pilots at Gorleston at the same time :rolleyes:
I have established that records relating to pilots are kept at the Guildhall in London and information can only be obtained by visiting in person (not feasible unfortunately).
I wondered whether anyone might have any information in relation to pilots at Gorleston in the early to mid 1850s.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
I have found him in all relevant census returns and in an 1850 trade directory for the area. There were two Richard Woods of the same age who were both pilots at Gorleston at the same time :rolleyes:
I have established that records relating to pilots are kept at the Guildhall in London and information can only be obtained by visiting in person (not feasible unfortunately).
I wondered whether anyone might have any information in relation to pilots at Gorleston in the early to mid 1850s.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.