Life
Edward Wightman was born at Wykin Hall, Burbage, near Hinckley and like most infants was christened in traditional orthodox fashion. He attended Burton Grammar School and entered the clothiers business of his mother's family. Eventually, he served an apprenticeship as a woollen draper in the town of Shrewsbury. He married Frances Darbye of Hinckley in 1593 and settled in Burton upon Trent. Apart from his mercer's business in Burton he also became a minister of the local Baptist Church.
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