Welcome to the Horbury & Ossett Local & Family History website! We are dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of these two vibrant towns located in West Yorkshire, England. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive resource for both locals and genealogy enthusiasts, offering a treasure trove of historical information, records, and stories that span generations. Whether you are researching your family tree, curious about local landmarks and architecture, or simply interested in the fascinating stories of the people who once walked these streets, you’ll find a wealth of information at your fingertips.
A search facility has now been added to help you to find what you’re looking for. We would like to make the information on this website available to as many people as possible.
Joan P Smith – Family & Local Historian I was born in Horbury Bridge. My elder brother Arthur Worth was killed in North Africa in 1943, aged just 20 and three years later, probably as a result of this, my family moved to South Ossett. I lived there for 12 years before moving away and I lived in various parts of England with my former husband, a prison officer. We returned to live in Wakefield in 1971 but I did not return to live in Ossett until 2000. Whilst living in Wakefield I became a founder member of Wakefield & District Family History Society (WDFHS). I have served in many roles in the Society and on June 7 2014, the 17th Anniversary of the founding of the Society, I became President until July 2016. I suspect that many researchers find this website difficult to understand. I was a complete novice about websites but my grandson Will set up a basic site for me and I learned as I went along!! I hope you find the information you are looking for (and any that you didn’t know about!!)
After years of researching local and family history, Joan P. Smith has retired and has generously donated this website to Anne-Marie Fawcett. If you have any suitable material you would like to be considered for inclusion on this website, please email: HorburyAndOssettFamilyHistory@gmail.com
Anne-Marie Fawcett – Family & Local History Researcher & Creator of Ossett Through The Ages (OTTA) I am an enthusiastic storyteller and I enjoy unraveling the stories of those who came before us. Please feel free to share these stories with others, giving credit to the original source. I am incredibly grateful to have the privilege of carrying on Joan P Smith’s legacy through her website. I am determined to honour her years of research by maintaining, financing and updating this website for all to benefit from. Thank you for your continued support and interest in local and family history.
ANNE-MARIE FAWCETT MAY 2022
HORBURY & OSSETT FAMILY & LOCAL HISTORY 