Bedfordshire & Luton Archives and Records Service have been transcribing the Bedford Gaol Records, the current transcribed index covers 1801-1876 (with a few gaps), They ultimately plan to get all 35,000 records between 1801 & 1901 transcribed.
You can search the full database on their website here:
Or just the Thurleigh residents below.
Results for: ,12,| Ref | First | Last Name | Age | Year | Residence(town/village) | Birth Town | Offence | Sentence | Document Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View Detail 11877 | Elizabeth | Tinsley | 12 | 1854 | New Town Street , Bedford | Thurleigh | Stealing a Gown | 3 Weeks Hard Labour | BLARS QGV10/3 |
Facts and figures for Thurleigh criminals (1801-1876)
Total recorded criminal convictions:96 (76 Male, 20 Female)
Criminals Transported (ie to Australia):
9 (for life: 2)
Youngest conviction: 12
Oldest conviction: 64
Most prolific offender (male)- Jesse
Green (5 Convictions)
Most prolific offender (female) -
Jane Horrell (3 convictions)