Professional Genealogist Services in the UK
Discover your family’s history with confidence. Family History Studio provides expert genealogy services across the UK, specializing in family tree research, historical document retrieval, and detailed family history biographies. Whether you’re just starting or seeking to build on previous research, I bring experience and a personalized approach to uncovering your ancestors’ stories.
I focus on UK-based research, accessing both online records and local archives, and can expand to international records when needed. With attention to historical and social context, I can bring your family history to life.
Why Hire a Professional Genealogist
Hiring a professional genealogist ensures accuracy and efficiency in tracing your lineage. As a qualified genealogist, I know where to look, how to interpret records, and how to verify family connections. My knowledge of archives and online databases saves you time and money while delivering reliable results.
If you lack the time or access to archives, I can do the hard work for you, whether it’s creating your family tree or diving into specific genealogical questions. Let me help you uncover your ancestors' stories.
Expertise in UK Genealogy
I bring extensive experience in UK family history research, using records such as parish registers, census data, probate documents, military records, and more. My background in history and genealogy ensures a thorough and contextual understanding of your ancestors’ lives.
Highlights of my qualifications include:
Education: Bachelor’s (Hons) Degree in Education with a specialism in History.
Professional Training: The Advanced Certificate in Family History Skills and Strategies by Pharos Teaching and Tutoring Ltd, achieving Distinction at the Intermediate Level.
Memberships: Associate of AGRA (Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives) and member of family history societies in Norfolk and Northamptonshire, giving access to invaluable resources.
With a passion for storytelling and meticulous attention to detail, I turn records into rich family narratives.
Personalized Research Approach
Every family is unique, and so is my research approach. Starting with what you know, I customize the process to suit your goals. Whether you’re curious about a specific ancestor or want to trace multiple generations, I create a plan tailored to your needs.
I offer:
Free 1-hour consultations to understand your objectives.
Weekly updates to keep you informed of progress.
Flexibility to adjust the scope of research based on your preferences.
Let’s work together to uncover your family’s story.
Access to Local Genealogical Resources
I specialize in accessing UK archives and exclusive historical resources, including:
County archives like Northamptonshire, Huntingdonshire and Bedfordshire
National repositories such as The National Archives.
Parish records, school registers, wills, newspapers, and more.
If records are not available online, I visit archives on your behalf to locate the information you need. This ensures thorough research, even for hard-to-find ancestors.
Genealogist Services
Bespoke Research
Tailored to your requests at £25/hour, I focus on specific records or recommend sources for your family’s unique needs.
Genealogical Research Packages
From starter packages to comprehensive surname research, I offer options to suit every budget. Packages include written reports, family trees, and digital copies of records.
Family History Biographies
Turn your research into a beautifully illustrated narrative, weaving historical and social context with your ancestors’ lives.
Services can include incorporating photographs, letters, and memorabilia to enhance your family’s story.
Family Tree Research
I trace your lineage step by step, using historical records to construct a detailed family tree. Starting with your chosen ancestor, I build connections using census data, birth and marriage certificates, and other historical documents.
Your family tree includes:
Direct ancestors, their spouses, and children.
Key dates, occupations, and addresses.
A clear visual representation of lineage.
Historical Document Retrieval
I source and analyze valuable records like census returns, wills, and military service files to deepen your understanding of your ancestors. These documents reveal insights into their lives, such as occupations, wealth, and family relationships, providing a comprehensive view of your heritage.
Family History Biographies
Bring your ancestors’ stories to life with illustrated narratives that include social and historical context. Whether focusing on one ancestor or an entire family, these biographies preserve your heritage for future generations.
How I Work
Consultation and Planning
During a free consultation, we discuss your goals and develop a research plan. I verify the feasibility of your project before beginning and provide regular updates throughout the process.
Document Collection and Analysis
I gather and analyze records from online databases and local archives, ensuring all connections are accurate and discrepancies are addressed.
Final Report and Family Tree Creation
The final report includes a detailed family tree, document analysis, and additional insights. For Family History Biographies, I create engaging narratives with photos and historical context.
Consultation and Custom Research Planning
During the free consultation process you can explain what your requirements are and whether you have any deadlines to get the project completed by or we can use the gift voucher idea to take off the pressure of having to reach a deadline, if the project is for someone else. You can let me know if there are any specific areas of interest that you would like me to include or delve into. You can ask me any questions that you need answers to.
During this free consultation process I send you my initial contact form which asks you questions about what you would like out of the research. Once this has been received I then spend up to an hour researching the information that you have provided to check that the project is viable. I will come up with a brief plan which I will record on the same form and send back to you.
Once you are happy with the plan and pay 50% of the cost of the project I will go ahead with the research.
I will give you weekly updates on how I am getting on with the research.
You can phone me or email at anytime for an update or anything else.
I will let you know when it is near completion.
Once the project is complete I will require the remaining 50% of the final cost before releasing the report and sending any relevant digital copies.
The final project is usually sent by email unless you would prefer it to be posted to you, except in the case of Family History Biographies.
Document Collection and Analysis
Historical documents are firstly gathered from online databases that are available to me. The documents are carefully analysed and information within them deciphered to gather the details of your family facts and story.
I use multiple documents, where available, to draw accurate family connections. One document is verified against another. Discrepancies are pointed out in the final research report, if necessary.
The final research report includes all analysis of the documents.
Not all records are available online so this is where I will visit the local or national archives to view the documents from there. I can photograph these documents so that you can see the originals, in line with each individual archives Terms and Conditions.
The information from the original documents is analysed and the details are written into the final research report.
A family Tree is drawn up from the historical documents found and analysed.
Weekly Updates
Stay informed with weekly updates on progress, including any significant discoveries. Clients can share additional information during the project to ensure a comprehensive final report.
Clients are emailed weekly so that they are informed of the progress being made throughout the project.
Any questions can be emailed or clients can telephone for a discussion.
Any additional information, found by the client, can be added throughout the project. For example, if they come across a family letter that they would like including in the final report.
If further research incurs additional expenses then the client will be informed before any purchase is made. This is particularly in the case of bespoke work.
Family Tree Report Creation
All findings are compiled into a clear, detailed family tree, showing names, dates, and occupations where available. Visual charts make your lineage easy to understand.
Final Report Delivery
The final report is a complete summary of your family’s history, including:
Research findings.
Copies of documents.
Illustrated narratives (for biographies).
Delivered digitally or by post, your family’s story is preserved for generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common concerns include:
Privacy: All client information is kept secure and confidential.
Accuracy: Every record is verified for reliability.
Timeline: Project duration varies based on complexity but if there is a deadline please let me know
Let’s get started on your genealogical journey!
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