GR having helpfully transcribed him as William WATFORD it took me a while to find that by 1861 he was described as a Butcher.

Thanks again Mike.
So a good case for Bridgenorth, esp if the 1861 actually reads "Boater" .. ;-)

Think we'll settle for Monmouth then, thanks for the ages info, and to you too PRobinson.

Hope you all enjoyed a good Easter,
Jeff.