Scope and Content

Papers of Dwylan estate, 1745-1871, relating to lands in the parishes of Llanengan, Aberdaron, Llannor, Boduan, Botwnnog, Caernarfonshire, including deeds, 1745-1871; personal papers of Thomas Williams, 1819-1825; papers relating to the estate of William Thomas, 1853-1855; papers relating to William Wynne Williams, 1857-1861; and miscellaneous papers, 1860.

Administrative / Biographical History

The Dwylan estate was situated in the parish of Llanengan, Caernarfonshire. During the 19th century, Dwylan was held by Thomas Williams [fl. 1805-1863], surgeon, the son of William Thomas (1772-1853) of Pwllheli, architect, and his wife Catherine. Williams and Catherine and had a son, William Wynne Williams [fl. 1857-1861].

Arrangement

Arranged into the following: Title deeds; Thomas Williams papers; William Thomas papers; William Wynne Thomas papers; and Miscellaneous.

Access Information

No restrictions

Acquisition Information

Source not recorded

Note

Compiled by Richard Burman for the ANW project. The following source was used to compile this description: Caernarfon Record Office, Papurau Dwylan (Llanengan)/ Dwylan (Llanengan) Papers, catalogue.

Other Finding Aids

Hard copies of the catalogue are available in Caernarfon Record Office and the National Library of Wales.

Conditions Governing Use

Usual copyright regulations apply.

Appraisal Information

All records deposited at Caernarfon Record Office have been retained.

Accruals

Accruals are not expected

Corporate Names