Join us on Weds 1 October to re-discover the #history of #London - from Annus Mirabilis to Bum-Fodder and much more... The evening will also be an opportunity to learn about the work of @vchlondon.bsky.social in London and how you can get involved, with me & Dr Francis Boorman. Book via the QR code.

WikiTree, the community-powered family history website, has reached a remarkable milestone with more than 40 million profiles now added to its global family tree. Join us as we work towards 50 million! www.wikitree.com #genealogy #familyhistory #wikitree #collaborativegenealogy

Word of the day is a favourite, from old Scots. To ‘tartle’ is to hesitate while introducing someone because you have completely forgotten their name.

Join us next week for our Dymond Lecture! We will be joined by Professors Craig Lambert and John McAleer, who will discuss English merchant shipping and early modern maritime communities. Find out more: ow.ly/JOBZ50SE3NC #WeAreLocalHistory #LocalHistoryForAll

Call for papers. Halsted Trust  the conference will take place at the Holiday Inn, Peterborough West, from 19th to 21st September 2025. @agragenealogy.bsky.social

Lots of great info for #genealogy, #FamilyHistory, #LocalHistory, #OnePlaceStudies