286 baptisms at the West Rainton Wesleyan Methodist church covering 1868-1956. Residences mentioned include Bee’s Bank, Cocken, East Rainton, Freehold, Leamside, Middle Rainton, Rainton Gate, and West Rainton. These baptisms usually include the child’s birth date but do not include the occupation of the father. Some samples:

• 23 Jun 1868 Jane Ann Young, of Rainton Gate, born 26-Apr 1868, daughter of Emanuel Young & Jane
• 23 Sep 1902 Lily Robinson, of Penshaw, born 26-Jul 1902, daughter of George Henry Robinson & Annie