In 1891 he was living in Belbroughton, Worcestershire2564.

Charles William Stokes, a bachelor aged 26 whose occupation was scythe grinder, married Jane Mountford, a spinster aged 25. The groom's address was Bell Broughton, Worcestershire and the bride's address was 26 Oak Street. The groom's father was George Stokes and his occupation was scythe grinder. The bride's father was William Mountford and his occupation was shoe maker. The marriage was performed at the St Marks Parish Church, Wolverhampton according to the rites of the established church after banns. The ceremony was performed by J. B. [illegible] Hobbs, curate. The bride and groom both signed. The marriage was witnessed by Andrew Childs (Jane's uncle) (signed) and Emily Mountford (signed)2564.