Court of the Archdeaconry of Colchester: Difference between revisions

The probate records of the Court of the Archdeaconry of Colchester date from 1496 to 1858 and cover 104 parishes in Essex. The records were transferred to the Diocese of London in 1858 and held there until 1958 when they were transferred back to the Chelmsford County Hall, where they reside today.  

Before looking for a will, be certain to search for available indexes. County Essex is well-covered with comprehensive indexes for most of its probate court as listed below.