Wonderful film of London in 1985 - includes two young police women I remember so well ( Steph & Jo). The days when patrol didn't involve stab vests, tasers or CS spray ( and sometimes not even a radio). www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... @mpsheritage.bsky.social #Kensington #1980s #Memories #Police

NextGEN: Call for presentations. The Society of Genealogists and Family History Federation are arranging an online conference for young genealogists on Saturday 14 November 2026. A talk on preparing proposals is on 12 July. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

There's a face I remember very well from my time In the #MetPolice working in Kensington & Chelsea in the #1980s .... #HappyMemories #Churchill #Marlborough www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

I am so excited to show you the cover for my new book, Genealogy Methods and Techniques - A Practical Guide to Research, due for publication Feb-Mar 2026 but available for pre-order now. www.professionalfamilyhistory.co.uk/writing-on-g... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #Methodology #PublishedAuthor

Turkey bought, crown removed, legs & thighs boned stuffed and rolled. Stock made - #Christmas #sofarsogood

AGRA are now inviting applications from Associates for the annual Dr John Burt Bursary. Please see an email from our Secretary earlier this week for more information.

#GenHour: Anyone thinking about becoming a professional genealogist? 📜 Join Gill Thomas (ex-Chair of AGRA) on 6 Dec 2025 for a practical 2-hour online session on training paths, business skills, research methods & career options in genealogy. Book now 👉 portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

I'm getting ready to do my final talk of 2025. I'm live online at 18.30 with a family history webinar for Family Tree Magazine. I'll be talking about the importance of getting to know the legislation behind the records that we use... @familytreeplus.bsky.social

Saw many great bands there in my youth ... #Blondie #ACDC #Motorhead #Rezillos #TRB #Buzzcocks and many more ...

Looking forward to it.... #Genealogy

A very interesting article in the @telegraph.co.uk today about the ongoing issues for researchers at the #BritishLibrary #Genealogy

Did you miss our free online talk on Victorian Crime and Punishment? Don't worry - we're running it again next Tuesday at 4pm! Contact us at [email protected] to book your free place. For more info and even more events, head to histfestbucks.co.uk

AGRA are launching 'Ask the Expert' research advice sessions at The London Archives, starting this Saturday 22 November. Book here: www.agra.org.uk/event-free-s...

A warm welcome to Catriona Haine on becoming an AGRA Associate. Catriona is based in the West of Scotland has extensive experience in Scottish, Irish and English family history research, and has been researching in these areas for more than 20 years. www.agra.org.uk/catriona-hai...

#MeetTheTutors Cathy Soughton @bucksresearch.bsky.social is a qualified genealogist, specialising in researching the history of properties for both private homeowners and commercial clients. Find out more about Cathy: www.pharostutors.com/cathy-soughton

Ready for today's game, with my new #Rovers coffee mug from @brfcs.bsky.social , and great design by @gailmyerscough.co.uk

I get to page 237 of a murder mystery novel to find the whole plot revolves around a #BirthCertificate, but it is clear the author has no idea about how #CivilRegistration works, or what info could, or couldn't, be on there and they got it within 10mins, online from the County Archive ? #Genealogy

Great design by @gailmyerscough.co.uk - ordered mine #Blackburn #Rovers

Sloe gin this year ?

📜 Diving into the Parish and its Records Explore the people, laws, and documents that shaped parish life in this 4-week online course with @elsesoggenealogist.bsky.social Fridays, 7–28 Nov 2025 | 10:30–12:30 💻 Online via Zoom portal.sog.org.uk/Ev... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #ParishRecords

My wife is away visiting family, so tomorrow I'm moving in my new girlfriend .....Pippa #Greyhound #Genealogy will be off my radar for a while...

All researchers should think carefully when recommending #DNA tests to clients - doesn't always end well #Genealogy www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

AGRA will be attending History Day 2025 in London’s Senate House on 4 November. Come and talk to us there. #HistDay25 exhibitions.london.ac.uk/s/history-da...

AGRA will providing free 'Ask the Expert' advice sessions at The London Archives on a quarterly basis with the first session taking place on Saturday 22 November. Book here: www.agra.org.uk/event-free-s...

Sounds interesting ....two excellent speakers. #Genealogy #Maps

Dave Annal, AGRA Member, is giving a Lunchtime Chat: A stroll around Fleet Street for the Society of Genealogists on 21 October. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

Our Advanced Certificate is ideal for anyone thinking of becoming a Professional Genealogist and looking to get a good foundation in genealogy. www.pharostutors.com/family-histo... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #DistanceLearning #OnlineCourses #GenealogyCourses

Welcome to Nicola Johnson who joins AGRA as an Associate. Nicola is based in Hampshire, specialising in maritime families, including Titanic families, and holds an MSc (Distinction) in Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies. www.agra.org.uk/nicola-johns...

Kathy Wilshaw, AGRA Member, is giving a talk on Adoption: A Guide for Genealogists for the Society of Genealogists’ Professional Corner on 7 October. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

Welcome to Fiona Turnbull who has joined us as an Associate. Fiona is a former teacher who holds the Family History Skills and Strategies Intermediate Certificate with Pharos Tutors. Fiona is based in Cambridgeshire. www.agra.org.uk/fiona-turnbu...

A family grave at Wauchope, #Langholm in #Scotland. Contains details of my family from 1786 to 1930 #priceless. Hope it is still standing, it's quite few years since I visited. #31DaysOfGraves #Genealogy

Members and Associates are reminded to submit articles and news for the next issue of the Newsletter, deadline 3 October. Get in touch with our Editor Joe. buff.ly/3Ql6DMU

Great news! JSTOR now have a free account with an Independent Researcher category. You can access 100 documents per month www.jstor.org/action/showL...

Our South Central network group will be representing AGRA at Somerset and Dorset Family History Society's 50th Anniversary History Day on 27 September.

It's almost like the enumerator is taunting us .... today I'm trying to sort out a complicated family in the 1851 census and so very helpfully the key person in the household is just noted as a "Relative". Still - who wants #Genealogy to be easy .. #FamilyHistory #Census

Nice to see one of my relatives and their unusual combination of occupations get a mention from @chiddickstree.bsky.social. @familytreeplus.bsky.social #FamilyHistory #Lancashire

At the ‘Secrets & Lies’ conference this weekend we are offering a raffle prize of a day of research time with an AGRA Member. secretsandlies.org.uk

One of those days we will always remember where we were....I was in #DowningStreet.

Do you want to learn more about methodology in genealogy? My Pharos Tutors ‘Building on a Solid Foundation’ course starts on Monday 15th! www.pharostutors.com/building-on-...

There are a few albums that everyone should have in their collection...this is one. Time for coffee and #vinyl #Frampton

Learn how to read early modern Secretary Hand, with me in this online short course this month. 🗃️

AGRA will be exhibiting at the Halsted Trust ‘Secrets & Lies’ conference later this month. If you are attending then come and talk to us about professional research. secretsandlies.org.uk

My next 5 week #Scotland 1750-1850: Beyond the Old Parish Registers course starts Sept 15th, taught entirely online. For further details visit www.pharostutors.com/scotland-175... - I hope you can join me as I show you how to travel back in time to reclaim family stories! #genealogy #FamilyHistory

Those undertaking professional #Genealogy research often struggle with writing up formal #ClientReports. Join me for this one-hour talk on Wednesday 3rd September. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

Dave Annal, AGRA Member, is talking as part of the Victorian London Week for the Society of Genealogists. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

Well done to Julian Luttrell from Cambridgeshire who has been accepted as an AGRA Associate. Julian specialises in legal and land records and London and Cambridge archives. www.agra.org.uk/julian-luttr...

Looking for a professional genealogist or archival researcher in England and Wales? Look on our Directory to find an AGRA Member or Associate. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

Released 50 years ago today, and still one of the best ever... had to listen to my #vinyl copy today. #Springsteen #BorntoRun

I know I keep banging on about my designs but it’s not easy being a small business at the moment. Take a look at my wares and please repost. gailmyerscough.co.uk Thanks!

Are you working or setting up as a professional genealogist and want to know more about writing client reports? Join me in this one hour online talk with the Society of Genealogists to find out more. Booking now for 3rd September 👇 portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory