I've just started a second, more public, part of the blog - 'Rotheram history'. It's a motley collection of stuff about my fairly unusual surname. Feel free to wander around. I suggest you start with the link on the left.

If you want to contribute, either by adding information or asking a question, you'll need to 'Create Reader Account' by following the appropriate link and, when done, letting me know your username. I'll then give you permission on the system and you'll be able to login.

 How to contact me? Here's my email address:
blog at rotheram dot net

Yes, I know it looks odd, but I'm trying to sidestep spammers. If you say it to yourself, the address should become clear. Write it in the conventional way - with an '@' and no spaces - and your message should reach me OK.

I'm sorry if this seems difficult and unfriendly. Actually, once you've joined, it's easy to contribute. If you really are interested in Rotheram history, you're very welcome and I'll try to make life easy for you. It's just that I don't want the place to be hijacked by those who are up to no good.

Looking forward to hearing from you.
Bob Rotheram
Nottingham, UK