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Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. He is sorry that they will not be able to visit. He writes concerning a Dr Gardener who would be an able teacher of languages to Belinda and Harriet. His mother, who is currently staying with Colebrooke, sends her love. Handwritten, dated 12 April 1817.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He writes that he is glad to hear they have arrived safely despite the accident on the way. Mr Wilkin has brought Sir Charles' picture which is a good likeness but too large a scale. He is not surprised to hear of her tiring of Tunbridge Wells - though the neighbourhood is beautiful there is nothing else attractive. His boys have all scattered in their various directions. Colebrooke has arranged with Alexander Johnston and [Schligil] for John and his fellow pupil to go in the Spring. He asks to be remembered to Sir Charles who he now considers as another son as she is a daughter to him. Handwritten, dated 1 November 1823.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke) in which Colebrooke asks that she thank Mrs Smith for her kindness in inviting the boys but they are rather shy and their studies would be too interrupted if they were to take up the kind offer to visit. He is sorry to here that Belinda might not be able to get a Philharmonic subscription and writes also of books in which she may be interested. Handwritten, dated 13 December 1823.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He writes that Mt Traill is now in town and Belinda may wish to pay his compensation (the same as to Mr Sutherland). He also hopes that Sir Charles and Belinda could pay his own balance too and that they should probably compensate Sir Edward at the same time. The transfer of the Regent's Canal has come to hand but awaits Sir Charles' signature which needs to be at the front and not at the back of the document. Colebrooke writes of the boys travel plans and asks if she will come to Colebrooke House as he has heard she is thinking of having the painters at Sutton. Handwritten, dated 23 January 1824.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He writes that he is not surprised by the matters of which she had written and that Mr Lawford had been right in his advice. Colebrooke is going to ask Mr Young whether he will undertake the commission for tea and coffee. The boys are well and they promise to write. Handwritten, dated 24 December 1823.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He writes that the young folk cannot resist the invitation of Belinda and Mrs Smith and will go on Tuesday after attending the pantomime on Monday but his own arrangements come too close together to make himself one of the party. He finishes by reminding that Sir George Madden will expect his quarter rent without asking for it. Handwritten, dated 27 December 1823.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He has received her letters and will forward the one to Emma. William wrote that they would leave the Cape that month but Colebrooke thinks there may be further business to detain them. He has appraised Mr Traill and his brother concerning payments. He writes that Lady C's baby continues to ail and therefore they have gone to Hastings for a change of air. His postscript recommends books to Belinda. Handwritten, dated 27 January 1824.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He writes of arrangements made concerning her visitors and explains in detail why he cannot join them. Handwritten, dated 29 December 1823.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He has communicated her instructions to Bozer and Jacob and will have the books she has requested. His boys have now left and he has resumed his never-at-home lifestyle. He writes of business matters in Scotland and that his brother's baby's health is much improved after having mumps. Handwritten, dated 29 January 1824.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Lady Smith (nee Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke). He writes concerning a property at Stepney that he feels should be the possession of Belinda and Sir Charles Smith. He has several letters in his possession waiting for her. In a postscript he writes of his delight that he might see her the following week. Handwritten, dated 3 December 1823.