Thomas Blackledge was born in 1729 and christened on 20th April in Chorley. He was the son of Edward Blackledge (1700) and Margaret Cooper. He married Elizabeth Ainscough on 26th September 1749 at St. Laurence’s, Chorley.

Sources
• 1. International Genealogical Index. Thomas Blackledge, c. 20 Apr 1729, Chorley. Father: Edward. Mother: Margaret. • 2. International Genealogical Index. Thomas Blackledge m. Elizabeth Ainscow, 26 Sep 1749, St. Laurence’s, Chorley. • 3. Baptisms, St. Laurence, Chorley. 20 Apr 1729. Thomas Blacklidge – Son of Thomas Blacklidge & Elizabeth. Occupation: Taylor.