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Tracing Your Irish Ancestors
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Ireland has a rich and fascinating history – but researching Irish family history can sometimes feel challenging. This special five-part webinar series will help you build the knowledge and confidence you need to trace your Irish roots.
Join leading genealogy experts Chris Paton, Frances Daly, David Ryan, Martin McDowell and Claire Bradley as they guide you through Ireland’s geography, everyday life and the hugely anticipated 1926 Irish Census.
Trace your Irish ancestors with confidence
Whether you’re just beginning to explore your Irish ancestry or looking to deepen your research, this bundle provides practical guidance, expert insights and valuable historical context to help you make meaningful discoveries.
From understanding Ireland’s historical landscape to preparing for and exploring the 1926 Census, this series is designed to help you make real progress.
🎥 Your Webinars
We hope you enjoy our five expert-led webinars to help you better understand Ireland, your ancestors’ lives, and the opportunities offered by the 1926 Census.
- Each webinar will be broadcast via Zoom.
- The presentations will be followed by a Q&A session, giving you the chance to ask questions.
- Each session will be recorded and made available for you to watch on-demand until 30 June 2026.
Get ready for the 1926 Ireland Census
David Ryan
Get your research ready for the release of this hugely anticipated census. Discover how to organise your family tree and identify the ancestors you should be searching for.
Download the handout (use the password you were emailed)
Finding your Irish ancestors using DNA
Martin McDowell
Discover how DNA testing can unlock Irish ancestry clues, identify genetic matches, and help overcome brick walls in your Irish family history research.
What is Ireland? Understanding the lay of the land
Chris Paton
Learn how Ireland’s geography, counties, provinces and historical jurisdictions affect family history research – and how understanding the lay of the land can help you locate your ancestors more effectively.
Download the handout (use the password you were emailed)
Life in Ireland
Frances Daly
Step into the world your Irish ancestors lived in. Explore the social history of Ireland and gain valuable insight into the everyday lives of ordinary people.
A guided tour of the 1926 Census
Claire Bradley
Take a practical walk-through of the census itself, learning how to search it effectively and interpret the valuable information it contains.