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Bishops Transcripts (BT's)
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What are they?
Bishops Transcripts are copies of baptisms, marriages and burials entries from parish registers which were made by vicars for the bishop of their diocese every year.
What dates do they cover?
The practise of compiling Bishops Transcripts was adopted in 1598. During the Commonwealth period (1648-1660) very few transcripts were made. By the mid 19th century the practice was dying out.
Where can I see them?
Transcripts are normally held by the Diocesan Record Office for the Diocese concerned. Before the creation of the Diocese of Sheffield in 1914 most of the parishes here were within the Deanery of Doncaster in the Diocese of York, original transcripts are therefore held by the Borthwick Institute for Archives whilst Sheffield Archives holds microfilm copies of those transcripts for parishes which now lie within the boundaries of South Yorkshire.
What format are they in?
Microfilm
Do I need to order them in advance of my visit?
We strongly advise that you book a fiche or film reader in advance of your visit contact Sheffield Archives 0114 203 9395 or email us at archives@sheffield.gov.uk.
Can I get copies?
Yes, we can normally supply copies for private study purposes, subject to the usual copyright regulations. Please contact us at archives@sheffield.gov.uk for further information.
Family History Guide No 3 - Bishop's Transcripts
Is available for £1 from Sheffield Archives, or download a pdf or word version for free from the bottom of this page.
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Downloadable copy of Family History Guide No 3 - Bishops Transcripts. (136 KB)
Downloadable copy of Family History Guide No 3 - Bishops Transcripts. (133 KB)
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