Family History

Each meeting generally takes the form of a presentation by a group member on a family history topic, followed by questions, tea, and an open discussion. In the discussion, there is the opportunity to ask for advice or to tell the group of your research successes.

Next meeting Wednesday 27th September 2023

Topic - “Members Problems and Brick Walls”

Subsequent meeting topics will be chosen from the following list: -

Documenting family history so that it can be passed on to family.

The 20 Best Genealogy Websites

Researching Ancestors 1150-1837

Using Ancestry DNA Groups, and ThruLines, etc.

Wills & Probate

Education & School Records

London & Middlesex Records

Merchant Seamen

Tracing Ancestors Abroad

Photographs and Post Cards

Using the TNA Discovery Catalogue

Devon & Gloucestershire County Records

Non-Conformists including Roman Catholics

Reserved Occupations