Charles Fairey - Historian

About Me

I have been interested in all things historic since an early age, whether it being holidays or days out to historic houses, castles, standing stones, etc, or researching local history in local libraries, County Record Offices, or searching for Monumental Inscriptions in churchyards.

My research stemmed from an interest in the history of the old Farmhouse where I live, in the south Cheshire village of Weston, of which I started researching whilst at Secondary School.

Over that time I had amassed and researched a great deal of historic information, consisting of my local village and much else.

In 2008, after being asked to write a short account of the 'History of Weston' for the Parish Council Website, I was inspired to write the history of the village, after the Parish Council saw how much information I actually had, and this set me on my path.

This culminated into a published book called 'The History of Weston (South Cheshire)' in 2010.

Since then I've been researching more fascinating local history, to share with others, some of which have resulted in books, booklets, or articles.

My second booklet, written in 2017, is titled 'Betley & Area During the Civil War'. This was written for the last 'Border History Fair' which took place at the nearby village of Betley, in north Staffordshire. The booklet is available to download from this website.

My third book/booklet, written with fellow historian, Caroline Wood, is titled 'Englesea Brook's First Primitive Methodist Meeting House' and is also available to download for free from this website.

Another book/booklet written in 2019, is titled 'The Lost Chapel and The Pubs of Barthomley' and is also available to download for free from this website.

Last year, 2023, I published another book called 'The Priory and Medieval Hospitals of Nantwich and Wybunbury', through Amazon.co.uk. This book is a very detailed study of the religious hospitals of the town and nearby settlement. It also delves into the history of Nantwich Church, the Knights Hospitaller, and the town's Guild or Brotherhood of the Holy Cross.

Also in 2023, I produced another book, which is free to download from this website, titled 'The Sacred Geometry of St Mary's Church, Nantwich'. This publication investigates the geometry, shape, form, proportion, and sacred numerology, of the magnificent 14th century town church, locally nicknamed 'The Cathedral of South Cheshire'. I have also recently uploaded its July 2023 'Addendum: St Mary's Secret as a Resurrection Chamber', which may also be downloaded.

In November 2023, I also wrote a book, which again is free to download from this website, called 'Early Nantwich: Its Iron Age, Roman, and Saxon Attributes'. This eBook investigates the town's early history, proving its Celtic and Roman name, and really does put Iron Age and Roman Nantwich, firmly upon the ancient map!

In 2024, as part of Nantwich Museum's 'Our High Street' Summer Exhibition, I produced a booklet on 'Dating High Street Buildings (Nantwich)'. This booklet is available from Nantwich Museum. Another booklet also available from the Museum, I co-wrote with Ian G Short, titled 'Nantwich Market, including the Fairs, Crime and Punishment'.

Another 2024 publication, I have written, titled 'St Mary's Church, Nantwich - (The Unofficial) Guide Book', is also available to download freely as an unofficial guide to Nantwich's historic town church.

In February 2025, my friend Michael and I, have produced another publication, 'St Mary's Church, Nantwich: Masons' Marks, Spiritual Protection Marks and Consecration Crosses'.

In April 2025, I have revised and updated my November 2023 book, which is free to download from this website, called 'Early Nantwich: Its Iron Age, Roman, and Saxon Attributes'. The new version includes extra evidence, a list of Roman finds from Nantwich's Kingsley Fields dig, further discussion, as well as updated Roman Cheshire Maps!

I attend quite a few history talks each year, organised by local history groups, as well as attending local history events. I am also a member of 'Nantwich Museum Research Group', 'Nantwich Historical Society', 'Betley Local History Society', 'Audley and District Family History Society', 'Cheshire Family History Society', and 'The Churches Conservation Trust'.

I have worked as a Surveyor since 2002, after gaining my degree at Nottingham Trent University, and have 18 years professional experience. Over that time I have surveyed quite a few local historic homes and premises.

Details of all my historic works are available on the 'Publications' Page of this website, with many examples of my work included, for your interest.

What's On This Website?

Publications: A list of all my historic works, with a few example extracts and short articles.
The History of Weston (South Cheshire): Look Up Service: Details on how I might be able to help with historic information relating to the village and its people.
All Saints' Church, Weston, Crewe, Cheshire - Guidebook
Englesea Brook's First Primitive Methodist Meeting House - Book 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
Betley & Area During The English Civil War - Guidebook 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
The Lost Chapel and The Pubs of Barthomley - Book/Booklet 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
The Priory and Medieval Hospitals of Nantwich and Wybunbury: including: the Royal Benefactors of Nantwich Church; the Knights Hospitaller; and the Guild of the Holy Cross - Book/eBook 'AVAILABLE TO BUY in PAPERBACK or eBOOK formats from AMAZON'
The Sacred Geometry of St Mary's Church, Nantwich - Book/Booklet 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
Early Nantwich: Its Iron Age, Roman, and Saxon Attributes - Book/Booklet 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
St Mary's Church, Nantwich - (The Unofficial) Guide Book 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
St Mary's Church, Nantwich: Masons' Marks, Spiritual Protection Marks and Consecration Crosses 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'
Colouring In Buildings and a Digital Jigsaw 'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD and PRINT' and 'PLAY ONLINE'
The Green Man
Protective Devices, Apotropaic Symbols and Witch Marks; on Historic Buildings; with examples from Cheshire, Shropshire and Staffordshire
Apotropaic Identification
Apotropaic Ethiopia: Early Examples of Spiritual Protection from Christian Africa

See Page: Apotropaic Ethiopia

WEBSITE (Click Image)

Examples of Apotropaic Death: Including John Renie, The Odd Fellow, and Infinity
Knights Templar Chapel, Onneley
The Devil Stones of Acton
The Devil's of Audley, Barthomley and Betley
Donations to Englesea Brook Museum: Details of two items I have donated to a local Museum of Primitive Methodism.
Useful Links: Websites local historians or people interested in history may like to use.

Places To Visit: Local museums, historic places and religious buildings, you may like to visit.
Local Clubs & Events: Local History related Clubs and Societies you may wish to join, and Local Events you may wish to attend.
Contact: How to get in touch.

The History of Weston (South Cheshire)

See Link: The History of Weston

Betley & Area During the English Civil War - Guidebook

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'

See Link: Betley & Area During The English Civil War

Englesea Brook's First Primitive Methodist Meeting House - Book

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'

See Link: Englesea Brook's First Primitive Methodist Meeting House

The Lost Chapel and The Pubs of Barthomley - Book/Booklet

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'

See Link: The Lost Chapel and The Pubs of Barthomley

The Priory and Medieval Hospitals of Nantwich and Wybunbury: including: the Royal Benefactors of Nantwich Church; the Knights Hospitaller; and the Guild of the Holy Cross - Book/eBook

'AVAILABLE TO BUY FROM AMAZON.CO.UK'

See Link: The Priory and Medieval Hospitals of Nantwich and Wybunbury

The Sacred Geometry of St Mary's Church, Nantwich - Book/Booklet

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD'

See Link: The Sacred Geometry of St Mary's Church, Nantwich

I have also now uploaded its July 2023 'Addendum: St Mary's Secret as a Resurrection Chamber', which may also be downloaded (11.08.2024).

Early Nantwich: Its Iron Age, Roman, and Saxon Attributes - Book/Booklet

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD' "REVISED 2025 EDITION OUT NOW"

See Link: Early Nantwich: Its Iron Age, Roman, and Saxon Attributes

Dating High Street Buildings (Nantwich) - Booklet

'AVAILABLE TO BUY FROM NANTWICH MUSEUM'

See Link: https://nantwichmuseum.org.uk/

Nantwich Market, including the Fairs, Crime and Punishment - Booklet

'AVAILABLE TO BUY FROM NANTWICH MUSEUM'

See Link: https://nantwichmuseum.org.uk/

St Mary's Church, Nantwich - (The Unofficial) Guide Book

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD' "OUT NOW"

See Link: St Mary's Church, Nantwich - Guide Book

Colouring In Buildings Sheets and a Digital Jigsaw

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD and PRINT' and 'PLAY ONLINE'

See Link: Colouring In Buildings Sheets and a Digital Jigsaw

St Mary's Church, Nantwich: Masons' Marks, Spiritual Protection Marks and Consecration Crosses

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD' "OUT NOW"

See Link: Masons' Marks, Spiritual Protection Marks and Consecration Crosses

Interesting Building Stones of Nantwich: Are they from the Norman Castle or other Structures?

'AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD' "OUT NOW"

See Link: Interesting Building Stones of Nantwich

All the images, maps, photographs, books, booklets, guidebooks, articles, text, etc, that appear on this website (unless otherwise apparent) are the work of Charles E S Fairey, historian and author, and are his copyright.

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in accordance with the Copyright, Design and Patents Act.

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please contact Charles E S Fairey @ faireycharles@gmail.com.

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