I am still researching my family tree. My great great grandparents where Edward Richards, according to the census, he was born around 1809 in Milverton and also died there in 1864. He was married to a Ann Hancock. I was wondering if any of their descendents still lived in the Milverton area, as I would love to find out who Edward's parents where.
If any one could help, it would be very much appreciated.

Richard Farmer

Im not related to your tree but have been looking into it for you as I have been researching Milverton for my tree.
The only Edward Richards I can find on 1841 census married to Ann states he was born in 1811. I have checked the Milverton parish records but cannot find his birth, only his marriage to Ann Hancock on 10.10.1831.
Also on the 1841 census are a couple of other Richards families which could well be siblings as they often stayed in the same area.
There is a John Richards aged 50 and wife Sarah
Also a James aged 45 with his family and a father John aged 80, so this could well be the father of all three of them. A John Richards died in 1846, which could be the father.You could possibly send for the death certificate which may show details of a late wife or who reported the death which may tie up with your family
Good Luck
A

Thanks for your assistance. Will send for a death certificate, as you suggested and hope that it will help.