William Garrould was born in Spexhall, possibly around 1697 , and was the son of James (1652) and Elizabeth. William married a woman called Amy Darn. He died in 1745 and was buried on 10th July in St. Andrew's churchyard, Wissett.

Sources
• 1. John Garrould's data. William Garrould. Born c1697. Father: James. Mother: Elizabeth. Married Amy Darn. Died 1745. • 2. National Burial Index. William Garrould. 10 Jul 1745. Wissett. St. Andrew.