The Newbold Verdon Parish Archive undertakes a range of research and community projects — from digitising historical records and creating exhibition materials to collaborating with local schools and organisations. Details of current and forthcoming projects will be published on this page.
Family Nicknames
In a village the size of Newbold Verdon, names alone could be confusing. Several families shared the same surname over generations, and so nicknames took on practical importance — a way to tell one Frank Statham from another, or to mark a family branch by trade, character or distinguishing detail. Most were given in youth and carried for life; many passed down to children and grandchildren in turn. [Link]