Goxhill History

Over the years, the Goxhill Gander has been privileged to publish the research and recollections of local historians who dedicated themselves to uncovering the secrets of our parish.

Goxhill is a village of two halves - one of ancient arable fields and one of wide marsh roads. It is a place where Norman knights once lived, where 18th-century farmers prospered during the Napoleonic Wars, and where the smell of airship fabric once drifted across the fields.

This collection, largely authored by local historian Maurice Brawn with contributions from Kees van den Bos and A.J. Regan, captures the "living history" of DN19. From the exact date the first school stone was laid to the reason our lanes are so narrow, these records are dedicated to the people of Goxhill - past, present, and future.

Whether you are a lifelong resident, a newcomer curious about your cottage, or a family historian searching for a name from the past, these articles offer a window into a Goxhill that was once a land of Viking settlers, Napoleonic-era prosperity, and bustling brickyards.

Goxhill is more than just a postcode; it is a tapestry of Norman knights, 18th-century entrepreneurs, and resilient farming families. This archive brings together works of local historians Maurice Brawn and Kees van den Bos. Whether you are curious about why your lane is so narrow or you are tracing a family name back to 1755, you will find the answers here.