If you are thinking of becoming a professional genealogist or archival researcher working in England and Wales then becoming an AGRA Member or Associate can help you. www.agra.org.uk/join

Unearthing the Past This blog discusses the interconnectedness of family, house, and historical research, emphasizing the importance of genealogy in understanding ancestry. It provides practical tips for researching family histories, examining house histories through public records and historical…

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...

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

For the start of 2026, I’ve updated the details of the family and local history talks I present. They include some new talks for 2026/27. Details are in the link. Please feel free to share. #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory #FamilyHistoryTalks #LocalHistoryTalks 👇🏻 wp.me/p4Cet3-5W5

Cheshire Archives staff cataloguing 40,000 glass negatives & 35mm slides which document all aspects of life in the county over the past century for 2 new purpose built archive centres in Crewe & Hoole to open next year. 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Wishing you and yours a very happy New Year. May it be filled with exciting research and discovery! www.agra.org.uk

If 2026 is your year to advance your genealogy, house history or other historical interest then hire a professional genealogist or archival researcher in England and Wales. Use our Directory to find a researcher with the skills to help. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

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.

A rare 400 year bible which is one of the first printings of the King James Bible from 1611 sold for £23,000 at auction. 👇 BBC News - Rare 400-year-old Bible sold for £23k at auction in York - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

In today’s new episode, guest Kathy ( @kathyw.bsky.social ) explains how she ended up researching for adoptees and those who put children up for adoption. familyhistoriespodcast.com/2025/12/09/s... #genealogy #adoption #ancestry #FamilyHistory #AncestryHour

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...

20 mins to go before our first ever AGRA Associates Happy Hour @agragenealogy.bsky.social I’m really looking forward to chatting with everyone in this Zoom. #Genealogy #Genealogists #FamilyHistory #FamilyHistorians

Do you know where you come from? #FamilyResearch #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #Ancestry #DNA #GeneticGenealogy [email protected]

#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...

Stuck for ideas for the perfect Christmas present #FamilyResearch #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #Ancestry #DNA #GeneticGenealogy [email protected]

Do you need help finding that missing ancestor in your tree? #FamilyResearch #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #Ancestry #DNA #GeneticGenealogy [email protected]

Members and Associates are reminded to submit articles and news snippets for future issues of the Newsletter, with the next issue out in January. Get in touch with our Editor, Joe. www.agra.org.uk/about-officers

Our next Lunchtime Lecture will be on 15 December when AGRA Fellow Antony Marr will be giving a talk 'Register, Certificate or Index Entry ? Finding those elusive BMD records'. www.agra.org.uk

Gill Thomas, former AGRA Chair is giving a talk on Becoming a Professional Genealogist for the Society of Genealogists on 6 December. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

If you are looking for professional research assistance then use our Directory to find an AGRA Member or Associate who can help. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

What does your family tree look like? #FamilyResearch #FamilyHistory #Genealogy #Ancestry #DNA #GeneticGenealogy [email protected]

Black Friday sale! We are offering 15% off ALL of our courses from now until the end of 1st December. Use code FRIDAY15 at checkout. Terms and conditions here: www.pharostutors.com/black-friday... Please spread the word! #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #Ancestry #OnlineCourses #BlackFriday2025

Congratulations to Louise Fenner who has been accepted as an AGRA Associate. Louise has over forty years of experience in family history research, including studies with Pharos and IHGS, and specialises in Berkshire research. www.agra.org.uk/louise-fenne...

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...

A warm welcome to Karen Murphy who has joined AGRA as an Associate. Karen is based in Merseyside and specialises in Lancashire and West Midlands research. www.agra.org.uk/karen-murphy...

Mia Bennett, AGRA Associate, is giving a talk Introduction to DNA for the Society of Genealogists on 26 November. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

This Monday (10th November) the South-West network group meet at Sanders Garden Centre, Burnham on Sea. Mentoring Associates will be on the agenda plus discussion of all things genealogical and local history research. All welcome to join from 10.30am. www.agra.org.uk

Delighted to announce I’ve been accepted as an AGRA associate. www.agra.org.uk/catriona-hai...

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

If you are attending History Day 2025 in Senate House, University of London today then come and talk to AGRA volunteers. #HistDay25 exhibitions.london.ac.uk/s/history-da...

It has just been announced that there will be an increase in fees for Principal Probate wills from 17 November 2025. The fee for a copy of the will rises from £1.50 to £16 per document. Over a 1000% rise. Any wills you have been thinking of getting copies of now is the time!

Jude Rhodes, AGRA Associate, is giving a talk What is Genealogy Professionalism? for the Society of Genealogists on 5 November. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

Sophie Kay, AGRA Member, is giving a talk Six Hats for Genetic Genealogy for the Society of Genealogists on 4 November. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

Looking for a professional genealogist or archival researcher in England and Wales? Use our Directory to find an AGRA Member or Associate who can help you. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

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...

A space has become available on this fully-booked course. If you thought you had missed out - get in quick to snap up this last spot. #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #CPD #ProfessionalGenealogist

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...

Sue Wheatley and Fiona Ranger, AGRA Associates, have just launched their new property history research service, FS House History. www.fshousehistory.com

A touring exhibition arrives at Grimsby Minster this week telling the story of the lost town of Ravenser Odd: The Sunken Island of the Humber lost in the 14th century. 👇 BBC News - Touring exhibition tells story of lost town www.bbc.com/news/article...

Starting on 20 October the Society of Genealogists is running ‘Maps for Genealogists’, including tutors Sophie Kay and Cathy Soughton, AGRA Members. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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...

The @fachrs.bsky.social conference is in Stoke on Trent on Saturday 9 May 2026 & the theme is Sources & Methods in #FamilyHistory #OnePlaceWednesday

I am selling off a lot of my #genealogy #familyhistory #IHGS books used for my studies and own research over the years @ihgs.bsky.social payhip.com/LynneCleaver...

The Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives (AGRA) is the professional organisation promoting high professional standards in the field of genealogy and historical research in England and Wales. Find out more about us here: www.agra.org.uk

Sophie Kay and Cathy Soughton, AGRA Members, are contributing to a session on Maps for Genealogists for the Society of Genealogists on 20 October. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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...

The AGRA South Central Network Group held an evening online meeting on 15 September. Group member Janice Heppenstall kindly gave a talk on ‘How I Organise my Photo Files, using Adobe Photoshop Elements’. The next group meeting will be via Zoom on 13 November. www.agra.org.uk

Mia Bennett, AGRA Associate, is giving a talk on Administrative Boundaries and Your English Ancestors for the Society of Genealogists on 11 October. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...