The document "Historic Sandridge - the story of a Hertfordshire parish" which was published in 1952 is important because it is one of the best chronicles of Thrale history. It gives an insight into the bygone times in which Thrale families used to live, and includes useful information about the history of many Thrale family members. It is reproduced here with the kind consent of author, the late Richard Thrale.

St. Leonards' Church, SandridgeThe church was the centre of early Thrale life, as the closest parish church to early Thrale farms.

Ralph Thrale's goblet: Story »Below is an interesting account of the problems of tracing Thrale family genealogy, caused by the popularity of the name Ralph Thrale. It was written by leading Hertfordshire historian Chris Reynolds.

The most ancient remains, one form of tangible link with the past, have already been mentioned. The dykes and various Roman works still remain in an area quite profusive in such building materials as Roman tile and brick. The church itself can give the best impression of bygone times in Sandridge, if properly interpreted; it can tell many tales.

Harefield HouseA member of the Thrale family was living at "Heerfield" in Sandridge at the beginning of the eighteenth century, and on the 19th century census returns the Harefield area appears to be a market garden.