England, Devon, Plymouth, Parish Chest Records - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in This Collection?
This collection was compiled from parish chest records held by the Plymouth and West Devon Record Office. Images contains varied details from several types of records, such as examinations, pew rents, poor relief, removals, and settlements, to name a few. Records kept by each parish that relate to local matters other that church ordinances are referred to as parish chest materials. Additional information on these records can be found in the England Church Records article.

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The following information may be found in these records:
 * Person's name
 * Event date
 * Parish of residence

How Do I Search This Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
 * Name of the person
 * Approximate date of the event

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Add any new information to your records
 * If available, check the image for additional information
 * Analyze the entry to see if if provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * The person may be recorded with an abbreviated or variant form of their name
 * Try searching by surname only

Research Helps
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in Devon.
 * Devon Guided Research
 * England Record Finder
 * England Research Tips and Strategies

Citing This Collection
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.