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Bastardy records

 Subject
Subject Source: UK Archival Thesaurus

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

 Sub-sub-series

Assize files, 1636 - 1637

 Sub-sub-series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS EDR/E/9
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

The assize files typically consist of a mixture of the following record types: examinations; depositions; recognizances; indictments; coroners' inquests; list of court officials; gaol calendars; related court papers. Some bundles have been labelled by regnal year or document type but, generally, the contents are in some disorder and have not yet been examined in detail due to their physical condition.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1636 - 1637
Conditions Governing Access: Very fragile material - access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Sub-Series

Bastardy Examinations, 1832 - 1834

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Doc.4004/21
Dates: 1832 - 1834
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
 Sub-Series

Bastardy Maintenance Orders, 1826 - 1836

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Doc.4004/22
Dates: Majority of material found within 1826 - 1836
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).