History
Brookhouse
See also The Thurcroft Estates from 1464
Brookhouse is a delightful picturesque hamlet close to the village of Laughton-en-le-Morthen, a few miles to the east of Rotherham,. The area is a favourite spot for ramblers who are often to be seen on the many walks nearby.
In 1853 Brookhouse was part of the parish of Laughton-en-le-Morthen.
Living there;
- Samuel Beech, Corn Miller and Farmer
- Thomas Ludlam, Gent
- Elizabeth Nelson, Mason and Quarry Owner
- Joseph Spittlehouse, Miller at Roche Abbey
- Paul Ardron, Blacksmith
- John Field, Farmer and Beer Retailer
- William Mottram, Farmer,
- Thomas Smith, Farmer
- Richard Wheen, Farmer
- John Field, Shoemaker
- John Haywood, Shoemaker
- John Petchell, Wheelwright
Tradespeople In 1862:
- Mrs. Charlotte Laycock
- William Chapman, Farmer
- John Field, Farmer
- William Mottram, Farmer
- John Norton, Farmer
- Richard Wheen, also farming at Slade Hooton
- Joseph Field, Shoemaker
- John Field. Shopkeeper and Beerhouse
- John Ardron, Wheelwright
Tradespeople In 1869:
- Thomas Ardron, Blacksmith and Farmer
- John Barker, Wheelwright
- William Chapman, Farmer
- John Drinkall, Farmer and Carrier
- Mrs. Eliza Field. Shopkeeper
- Rowland Hibbard, Butcher
- Mr. William Laycock
- James Sales, Beerhouse
Tradesmen in Brookhouse in 1881:
- William Chapman Thomas Marrian at Thurcroft Hall Thomas Brookes, farmer John Sayles, Beer Retailer
Google Earth map of Brookhouse 