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We were very excited to host the first ever Family Tree Plus DNA Club meeting on 21 September. Read on for a round-up of some of the many things we learnt...
The 18th century saw a growth in consumerism and shopping, and many of our ancestors may have been shopkeepers. Read more about the sources can help us find out more about them,
This month, genealogy expert David Annal asks, 'Where did our ancestors live?'
Helen Skilbeck, local and family history librarian at Leeds Central Library, talks to us about the many genealogical treasures at the library, many of which are not available anywhere else.
Julie Goucher explores the history or surnames, Wayne Shepheard considers why an ancestor might decide to change his or her surname and Dave Annal shares a workshop on complex surname situations.
Are you keen to dive deeper into your DNA discoveries? If so, then you may be interested in three upcoming courses we are running through 2023 with DNA Detective Michelle Leonard. Read on to find out more...
There is absolutely always something new to learn in family history, and that's what makes it so endlessly and extremely absorbing, enthuses Helen Tovey, Editor of Family Tree. And when you can share your delight in your discoveries, or ask for a hand when needed, that makes it even better.
Paul Wilkins, genealogy tutor with Warwickshire's adult and community learning service, talks to us about the skills needed to introduce others to the world of family history.
Sarah Bulson MA, director of education at IHGS The School of Family History, talks to us about her role, and how family history tuition has changed over the past six decades.