David Besford (1863–1954)
David Besford was born at Cowpen Colliery, where he began work aged 12. His work as a Methodist lay preacher led him to meet his wife.
Widdrington
Widdrington is a village in Northumberland about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) inland from the North Sea, with a medieval castle and a twelfth-century parish church.
Agnes Jane Hewit was born at Middle Steads, Widdrington, in 1890.
Agnes Jane Hewit (later Besford) (1890–1958)
Agnes Jane Hewit grew up in Ashington, and married Jack Besford in 1914, supporting the family through Jack’s trade union and political activities.
George Turnbull and Mary Turnbull (née Barron) (both 1841–1926)
George Turnbull and Mary Barron were the parents of Mary Turnbull, who married David Besford (1863–1954) in December 1887.