Discover four fascinating family history stories shared by branch members, featuring artefacts from Thames lock-keeping tools to a WW1 death penny.

Discover how the emergency 1939 population count was compiled, how identity cards worked, and how the records were used to found the NHS.

Learn practical methods for researching family in Wales, from non-conformist records and patronymic naming to understanding historic county boundaries.

Learn how to accurately date historical family photographs using materials, studio mounts, and props rather than relying solely on clothing fashions.

Discover the evolution of Reading's picture houses from 1897, exploring early film screenings, iconic local venues, and cinema heritage.

Discover practical interviewing techniques for recording oral histories and life stories from older relatives to enrich your family history.