Have you found your ancestors in manorial records? We explain how these rural land records could be the clue to tracing your family history as far back as the 13th century...
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#OnThisDay in 1801, the first national census of the UK was carried out. Since then, census records have been an important resource for tracing family history. Find out where you can access all the available UK census records with our guide:
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Do you have Sephardic ancestry? Here's how to discover your connection to the Iberian Jews who fled religious persecution:
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#OnThisDay in 1847, Mary Anning died. Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine reader Fiona Patterson-Fraser reveals how she discovered that she's related to the pioneering female palaeontologist of Lyme Regis:
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Happy #GenealogyDay!
If you haven't started your family tree yet, you'll be amazed at the fascinating family stories you'll uncover! #WhoDoYouThinkYouAre genealogist Laura Berry shares her top tips on how to start your research 🌳
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Do you have a divorce in your family tree? Historically, Britain's divorce laws were complex and usually biased against women. However, some couples did obtain a divorce. Here's how to find your ancestors' divorce records:
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Do you have any cherished family photographs? National Trust photo curator Catherine Troiano takes a look at some beautiful photographs from the Victorian and Edwardian periods - and explains the tell-tale clues that help to date them:
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay!
Do you have a woman you're proud of in your family tree? Don't miss our guide to uncovering women's histories, and let us know in the comments:
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Don't forget - free access to four billion records on Ancestry, including the 1921 census, WW1 pension records and newspapers, starts today! #InternationalWomensDay 🥳
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Did you know that there are three kinds of DNA? Genetic genealogy expert Debbie Kennett explains the difference between autosomal DNA, Y-DNA and mitochondrial DNA - and how they can help your family history research 🧬
Did your ancestors enjoy a night out at the dance hall? Discover the glitzy world of 1920s ballrooms 💃
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Have you ever thought about writing your autobiography to leave a legacy for your descendants? Discover how with our top tips to get you started ✒️
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Do you have royal ancestry? It's more common than you might think - here's where to get started tracing a family connection to the medieval kings 👑
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Do you have an old family cake recipe? Discover more about the history of Britain's sweet treats with our guide 🍰
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🩺 My aunt Janet. Her career as a nurse took a terrible turn in 1975, the night of the murder:
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With all the discussions around LLMs and AI this article should be requires reading for genealogists. #RootsTech2026
Do you have a nurse in your family tree? Discover how to trace nurses' records with our guide:
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#OnThisDay in 1936, Captain Joseph 'Mutt' Summers' flew the first Spitfire test flight. The Spitfire went on to play a pivotal role in the RAF during WW2. If someone in your family was a wartime pilot, don't miss our guide to finding his records:
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Happy #StPiransDay - the county day of Cornwall!
These surnames could reveal a Cornish connection - how many are in your family tree?
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Fancy dinner at a government-run 'British Restaurant'? Discover how these restaurants kept Britain fed during the Second World War with our guide:
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Did someone in your family serve in the Merchant Navy? Here's how you can trace them in the surviving crew lists ⚓
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#OnThisDay in 1890, the Forth Bridge opened. But did you know that at least 73 men died in its construction? We spoke to the researchers who worked to uncover their stories:
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Have you traced your family tree as far back as the 17th century? 🌳
If you haven't yet, these websites are a great way to find surviving records from the period:
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Do you know where your ancestors are buried? Discover how to search cemetery records from home with our research guide:
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Lucy Worsley investigates her family history in new podcast:
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Have you ever thought about designing a photobook to display your family photographs? Find out how to get started with our tips:
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#OnThisDay in 1900, British forces lifted the Siege of Ladysmith in the Boer War.
Did your ancestor fight in the conflict? Find out how you can trace him with our guide:
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Were your ancestors among the thousands of Britons who lived in India during colonial rule? Here's how to research their lives online:
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Do you have German migrants in your family tree? Here's where you can trace their records 🇩🇪
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Have you ever found your ancestor's home in an old map? Discover how to search millions of historic maps online for free with our guide:
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