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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 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 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 Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. Colebrooke reports that he has brought their grandmother to Hampstead where Colebrooke has taken a house to serve as both country and town residence being only 3 miles out of London. He wonders whether Belinda and Harriet might like to pass the summer or winter with them. if they would then he will petition the Lord President for permission. Handwritten, dated 9 June 1816.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. He is on-board ship but detained near Deal because of a lack of wind. Handwritten, postmarked 8-9 October 1821.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. He had not received Belinda's note and therefore was unaware that she was already at Mrs Cockburn's. He understands that Harriet is not strong enough to bear travelling from London to Devonshire. He asks to thanks Mrs Cockburn for her invitation but as yet does not know whether the Youngs are coming to stay with him and therefore cannot make any engagements. Handwritten, dated 5 August 1820.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. He writes that he has been to Harman's and hired a carriage and it will go with post horses to ensure its arrival tomorrow. Because of her continuing relapses it is vital to move Mrs Lee without delay. They will all go to Hampstead where he will meet them. He suggests that Belinda employ an agent to try to let their house for the reminder of their lease. If she needs money she can rely on him. He will have Dr Turner to attend Mrs Lee. Belinda should write to her aunt, Louise, to send her congratulations. Handwritten, dated 4 February 1820.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. He writes to say that he is about to commence his return journey having landed that morning in Leith. Not wishing to go by steamboat he will travel overland and visit the falls of the Clyde. Colebrooke has had a long consultation with Mr McCae and Mr Mackenzie concerning reduction of corn rents. Handwritten, dated 3 September 1822.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke to send her a Bank Post Bill of £50 for her needs. Her aunt has gone back to Bath. Handwritten. Dated 3 January 1820.

Letter from Henry Thomas Colebrooke to Belinda Sutherland Colebrooke. Colebrooke concurs that Belinda should leave Worthing immediately and move to Brighton. He will not press Mr Summer's or Mrs Thomson's invitation as Belinda seems disinclined. He wonders if she will pass the concert season in town; a place could easily be arranged but he needs to know her wishes. He wonders what to do with a cask of oatmeal that has arrived at his house from Leith. Should he send it on to Brighton or keep it for her party's return? Handwritten, dated 29 November 1819.