Hi ive come to acquire these and i have no idea what the markings means, could someone help out and let me know what they are. Many thanks 
The marks read [F] [&] [S] (HOWARD) [N] [S] {A}.
The NS bit means that the metal is nickel silver which is a base metal alloy like pewter. The A implies that the nickel silver is electroplated with a thin layer of pure silver. Manufacturers grade their electroplate as A1 = top quality, A = second quality, etc.
The manufacturers are either F&S or Howard, neither of whom are documented for certain. Assuming that your pieces are British, F&S could be Fattorini & Son of Bradford and Howard could be Francis Howard Ltd of Sheffield.
Phil
Hi Phil thanks for helping, really appreciate it do you think that its worth anything or not really. I think ive got 8 spoons and 8 forks. Dont worry if your not sure.
Many thanks
Oli
Electroplate doesn’t have any particular value - useful as eating implements but no more than that.
Ah okay well thanks so much for your help really appreciate it
Many thanks
Oli