Gardeners - was there an apprenticeship ? (General)

by kcasson , Thursday, July 25, 2013, 20:41 (4141 days ago) @ pojames

Not too such at what the exact type of work would be in the Forest but several of my ancestors moved to Cheltenham (from Maisemore) and became market gardeners. My great great grandfather was also gardener at Pittville.

My grandfather has summarised some memories which may provide further background (slightly away from the Forest I know but . . .)
http://www.friendsofpittville.org/docs/PittvilleMemories.pdf

I have found that if my ancestors were noted as 'gardener' rather than 'labourer' then they were market gardeners.

Hope this helps.

Katharine

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Freewoman of Gloucester