John Dixon

1800-1862

John Dixon lived at Brampton Hall through the middle of the 19th century. He described himself as a landowner and farmer.

1805
Harsh winter in Derbyshire, impacting local farming.
The winter of 1805 brought unprecedented snowfall to Derbyshire, leading to crop failures. Many local farmers, including those in Brampton, struggled to survive the season.
1816
Year Without a Summer due to Mount Tambora eruption.
The 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora caused global cooling, leading to a summer-less 1816. In Britain, this resulted in failed harvests and widespread famine.
1820
Flooding along the River Rother in Chesterfield.
Heavy rainfall in 1820 caused the River Rother to overflow, flooding parts of Chesterfield. Local businesses and homes in low-lying areas were severely affected.
1830
Severe flooding in Derbyshire region.
Torrential rains in 1830 led to widespread flooding across Derbyshire. The flooding disrupted trade routes and damaged infrastructure in Chesterfield.
1845
Potato blight begins in Britain, affecting local agriculture.
The potato blight of 1845 devastated crops across Britain, including in Derbyshire. This led to food shortages and economic hardship for farmers like John Dixon.
1851
Major drought affected local crops.
A prolonged drought in 1851 caused significant crop failures in Derbyshire. Farmers in Brampton faced water shortages, threatening their livelihoods.
1863
Chesterfield experiences heavy snowfall, disrupting transport.
The heavy snowfall of 1863 paralyzed Chesterfield, halting transportation and trade. Local roads were impassable for weeks, isolating communities like Brampton.