James Brougham and his descendants showing four generations

Brougham Family History Blog

Brougham Ramblings

I was born a Brougham, and no doubt will die one too. In this blog I hope to cover some topical items that have a Brougham or family history theme. Let us know your thoughts and if you wish to contribute please get in touch.

This picture reflects 4 Generations of my Brougham ancestors, James Brougham (1838 - 1912) from Collingham, with his daughter, Eliza, grand child Florence and great grand child, Harry.

Jan 28
2 min

The Political Broughams

Not many Broughams enter the political arena. This article refers to Alec Brougham who stood in local elections in the early 1960's

Sep 30, 2023
1 min

The Railway Broughams

The railways do not configure highly in Brougham Family History. Only 7 Broughams can be found in the Railway Employment Papers 1833-1963

Sep 26, 2023
4 min

Collingham WW1 History

A Yorkshire village remembers the lives of residents who lived in the village during WW1 by marking thier houses with blue discs.

Sep 24, 2023
3 min

George Brougham and the stolen manure, not!

George Brougham, a blacksmith by trade, was born in 1828 in rural Collingham, West Yorkshire. When Queen Victoria came to the throne in...