Bradwell, Suffolk Genealogy

England   Suffolk     Parishes   Bradwell



History
Bradwell St Nicholas is an Ancient parish in the Diocese of Norwich and the county of Suffolk.

Resources
If you live in Suffolk you will have access to a variety of resources at local archives and libraries; however, for those who live further afield, one can access microfilm and online records at Family History Centers. Refer to and  in the Family History Library Catalog for available records.

Civil Registration
Bradwell is in Mutford District. To search an index of Mutford district records go to FreeBMD. The Suffolk Civil Registration article tells more about these records.

Church records
The Parish Registers begin in 1556. They can be viewed at the Suffolk Record Office. A copy of the registers from 1556 to 1900 can be purchased from the Suffolk Record Office. For pre 1813 Bishop Transcript entries you will need to look in Lothingland Deanry, Archdeaconry of Suffolk. See Suffolk Church Record for further details.

Census records
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Probate records
Prior to 1858 the primary court that had jurisdiction over Bradwell was the Archdeaconry of Suffolk; however, a person’s will or administration may have been probated in nearby courts or even in London. After 1858 it was in Ipswich District. Refer to the Suffolk Probate Records article for further details.

Maps
England Jurisdictions 1851