200-year-old diary found at Amanda Owen's Yorkshire farmhouse
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 18:32 · Archive
A diary kept by a 19th-century surveyor who lived at Amanda Owen's farmhouse has been discovered during its restoration.
A diary from the early 19th century belonging to a former resident of Amanda Owen's farmhouse has been discovered during restoration work. The property, Anty John's in the Yorkshire Dales, was bought by Amanda and her former husband Clive in 2020 as a derelict building. The discovery forms part of the latest series of the television programme Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids, which documents the restoration project.
The surviving diary volume covers October 1817 to September 1824 and belonged to Anthony John Clarkson, a surveyor and mapmaker who lived at the property with his wife Mally during the 19th century. The carefully written entries document everyday life in the area two centuries ago, including horse riding and visits to the Tan Hill Inn. Researchers working on the programme, with help from historical consultant Derek Wallace, tracked down the original volume.
The research also revealed an unexpected personal link between the families separated by generations. Amanda and Clive were married in the same church as Anthony and Mally Clarkson, connecting two families who lived in the same corner of Swaledale.
How it is being reported
- Remarkable 200-year-old discovery at Amanda Owen farmhouse reveals family connectionA 200-year-old diary linked to Amanda Owen's farmhouse Anty John's reveals fascinating Yorkshire Dales history and a connection to her wedding to Clive.Darlington & Stockton Times · 23 Oct, 18:00
- Remarkable 200-year-old discovery at Amanda Owen farmhouse reveals family connectionA 200-year-old diary linked to Amanda Owen's farmhouse Anty John's reveals fascinating Yorkshire Dales history and a connection to her wedding to Clive.The Northern Echo · 23 Oct, 05:30
In this story: Amanda Owen · Clive Owen · Anthony John Clarkson · Mally Clarkson · Derek Wallace · Anty John's · Yorkshire Dales · Swaledale
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