Preen

The Preen Family History Study Group researches and documents the history of the Preen family, with a focus on branches associated with Cardington, King’s Stanley and Bridgnorth. Its website shares a brief account of the family’s history and information about the group’s publications and activities. Research materials are being deposited at Shropshire Archives under reference SA 07310, with completed volumes also deposited there under reference qBP 57. The published family histories end with the 1911 census to help protect the privacy of living family members.

The group has produced four volumes. Volume One covers early records and families not included in the three principal group histories, including related Prinn, Pruan and Prynne families. Volumes Two, Three and Four trace the Cardington, King’s Stanley and Bridgnorth branches respectively, following their descendants and geographical spread. The group also publishes an annual newsletter and organises a yearly family reunion. Its publications are available as softback books, and people interested in the family may contact the group by email.