First Steps in Family History
Wednesday 14th January 2026, 1pm - 2.30pm Ever wondered who your ancestors were, where they lived, or what stories they left behind? Join us for a free online session designed especially for unpaid carers who are curious about exploring their family history. Led by experienced family historian Janice Brooker, this engaging talk will guide you through the first steps of building your own family tree. Janice will share real-life examples from her own research—revealing how she uncovered distant relatives, interesting connections, and the tools that made it all possible. We’ll finish with a 30-minute live Q&A where you can ask Janice your burning questions and get tailored advice. What you’ll learn How to start your family history journey from scratch Where to find records, documents, and online resources Tips for organising your research and avoiding common pitfalls How to make sense of census data, birth records, and more Please note: this session will focus on archives and resources relevant to England. Whether you’re looking to preserve your family’s legacy, connect with distant relatives, or simply satisfy your curiosity, this session will equip you with the confidence and know-how to begin.
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First Steps in Family History
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Wednesday 14th January 2026, 1pm - 2.30pm
Ever wondered who your ancestors were, where they lived, or what stories they left behind? Join us for a free online session designed especially for unpaid carers who are curious about exploring their family history.
Led by experienced family historian Janice Brooker, this engaging talk will guide you through the first steps of building your own family tree. Janice will share real-life examples from her own research—revealing how she uncovered distant relatives, interesting connections, and the tools that made it all possible. We’ll finish with a 30-minute live Q&A where you can ask Janice your burning questions and get tailored advice.
What you’ll learn
- How to start your family history journey from scratch
- Where to find records, documents, and online resources
- Tips for organising your research and avoiding common pitfalls
- How to make sense of census data, birth records, and more
Please note: this session will focus on archives and resources relevant to England.
Whether you’re looking to preserve your family’s legacy, connect with distant relatives, or simply satisfy your curiosity, this session will equip you with the confidence and know-how to begin.
