Family History

The Brazils have a fine family history which is borne from

traditional  south country Romany Gypsies.

They have strong connections to the

Cooper, Scott, Tobutt, Shepherd, Taylor, Beaney, Buckley, Lee and other families

from whom they derive their heritage and culture.

Much has been handed down as oral history

but equally, much is verifiable by established records.

Matty Cooper

Come to hear the stories about the Royal Rat-catcher, Matthias (Matty) Cooper

and Jack (Gypsy) Cooper the bare knuckle fighter

amongst many other colourful characters.

Hear the account of their ancestors who lost their lives in the Hartlake Bridge tragedy

as well as other interesting and vibrant stories.