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James Knott 1770–1854

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2 researchers on YourRoots have James Knott in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records

Born 23 May 1770 · Metheringham, Lincolnshire
Died 19 Feb 1854 · Timberland, Lincolnshire, England
Spouse Mary Tompson
Children John Knott

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Immediate Family

Parents
Spouse(s)
Mary Tompson
Children
John Knott

Biography

In 1770, James Knott entered the world in Metheringham, Lincolnshire. James Knott married mary tompson, and had children including john knott. James Knott passed away in 1854 in Timberland, Lincolnshire, England.

Sources

  1. 1
    Baptism Records England Births & Baptisms 1538-1975 - Findmypast

  2. 2
    Marriage Records England Marriages 1538-1973 - Findmypast

  3. 3
    Record Lancashire Banns & Marriages - Findmypast

Life Timeline

1770
Birth of James Knott in Metheringham, Lincolnshire
Birth
1770
James Knott was baptized in Metheringham, Lincolnshire, England
Baptism
1854
Death of James Knott in Timberland, Lincolnshire, England
Death
1854
Burial of James Knott in Timberland, Lincolnshire, England
Burial

Frequently Asked Questions

James Knott (1770–1854) was born in Metheringham, Lincolnshire and died in Timberland, Lincolnshire, England. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (A) based on cross-tree validation.
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James Knott's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
James Knott PTP
1770–1854
Metheringham, Lincolnshire
Parents
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Unknown
Grandparents
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James Knott's Descendants

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JK
James Knott PTP 1770–1854