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Our Exhibitors

Being the world's biggest family history show, Who Do You Think You Are? Live gathers together a huge variety of companies and services involved in family history under one roof. From all the major online resource holders to libraries, museums and dozens of family history societies from across the UK, there is a vast array of exhibitors who can provide the information and advice you need.

A large number of our visitors say they come to the show specifically for the exhibitors; in the knowledge that the show encompasses the best in the field of family history whether it be workshops, experts or the products and services on offer.
 

To meet the many exhibitors at the show book your ticket now.

See below for our A-Z list of exhibitors. We will be updating the list every week so come back here to find out which other exhibitors will be at the event.  

 

Exhibitor A-Z

Quick links:

A a B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P p R S T U V W Y

A

Adults Affected by Adoption - AAA NORCAP

85 & 86

For 30 years NORCAP has been providing intermediary services for adults affected by adoption. NORCAP's Adoption Contact Register contains over 68,000 names. Peer support and professional training are also available.

01865 875000
www.norcap.org.uk

AGRA, ASGRA and APGI – Professional Genealogists in the UK and Ireland

533

Promoting the highest standards of professional research. Membership covering most counties and regions, and most specialist areas of expertise.

Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives;
Website: www.agra.org.uk; Address: Enquiries, AGRA,
Box A, 14 Charterhouse Buildings, Goswell Road, London, EC1M 7BA;
email: info@agra.org.uk

Association of Scottish Genealogists and Researchers in Archives;
Website: www.asgra.org.uk ; Address: Val Wilson, Treetops, 570 Lanark Road, Edinburgh EH14 7BN; email: val@nb-info.co.uk

Association of Professional Genealogists in Ireland;
Website: www.apgi.ie;
Address: Hon. Secretary, APGI, 30 Harlech Crescent, Clonskeagh, Dublin 14; email: info@apgi.ie

(see above)

AMP Family History Services

112

Memorabilia packs, greetings cards, nostalgic postcards, photographs, fridge magnets, CDs, books, booklets and society journals for sale.
 

01635 867448
www.ampfhs.co.uk

Ancestry.co.uk

616 & 715

Ancestry.co.uk is the largest online family history resource, with over 7 billion records and 29 million family trees. As you build your family tree, the site automatically searches for information on your ancestors, and gives you personal Hints to point you in the right direction. You'll also find a range of expert advice to help you discover your family's past. 

3rd floor, Waterfront Building, Hammersmith Embankment, Chancellors Road, London W6 9RU
0800 404 9723

Anglo-German Family History Society

66 & 68

Born in Germany/Prussia/Bavaria - or elsewhere in Eastern Europe? Come and have a free look at our database of 500,000+ Germans in the UK.

01752 310852
www.agfhs.org.uk

Anglo-Italian Family History Society

97 & 98

A friendly society dedicated to helping people with Italian roots trace their ancestry. We issue a quarterly journal, run a website with vast databases and hold regular meetings.

01278 733874
www.anglo-italianfhs.org.uk

Animare Photo Books

525

At Animare we edit, repair & transform your old photos and slides and turns them into beautiful contemporary gifts & products-Digital Photobooks, Memory Boxes, Life Miniatures & Memory Trees.

0771 324 7050
www.animarephotobooks.co.uk

Archives for London

89 & 90

The independent voice for archives in the capital – Archives for London members are users and practitioners who come together to help everyone enjoy and learn from London’s fascinating documentary heritage.

www.archivesforlondon.org
members@archivesforlondon.org

Arrowfile

620

Let Your Family Legacy Live forever with Arrowfile – The Archive Storage Specialists.
We provide long term storage solutions – for Photos, negs, slides, CDs/DVDs , documents, BMD certificates as well as Collectables incl Stamps, Coins and medals.
 

0844 855 1100
www.arrowfile.com

Association of Family History Societies of Wales

44

The Association represents the family history societies within Wales: Cardiganshire, Clwyd, Dyfed, Glamorgan, Gwent, Gwynedd, Montgomeryshire and Powys.

01970 632943
www.fhswales.org.uk

Association of Professional Genealogists (APG)

912

The Association of Professional Genealogists is an international organisation of over 2,400 professional genealogists and others involved in genealogy-related businesses. A searchable directory of members is available on their website.

+ 1 303-465-6980
www.apgen.org

Authors Online Limited

621

Genealogy books published as either private publications or for Worldwide distribution. We have been helping authors put their books into print for over a decade. Its easier than you think.
 

01767 652005
www.authorsonline.co.uk

a

autodotbiography.com

15

The story that only you can tell. Answer simple questions and add photographs and documents and this online system turns them into a beautifully written, lavishly illustrated hardback book.
 

0208 653 5933 or 077110 66810
www.autodotbiography.com

B

Battle Honours Ltd

1125

Small group specialist battlefield tours around the globe. From Waterloo to the Falklands. With exceptional knowledgeable guides and an ever evolving program, our tours help bring alive the dry pages of history.

01438816661
www.battle-honours.co.uk

Berkshire Family History Society

91 & 92

Ancestors from pre-1974 Berkshire? Stop. Look. Listen. Ask. THREE NEW CDs – Marriages, Burials (transcriptions, not indexes), Probate Index (pre-1858) – quality advice, special membership benefits, research centre and six active branches.

Society - 0118 950 9553
www.berksfhs.org.uk

Black Country Society

13

The society dedicated to the Black Country in the West Midlands, cradle of the Industrial Revolution. Much information to interest genealogists and many publications, including the quarterly Blackcountryman magazine.
 

www.blackcountrysociety.co.uk
editor@blackcountrysociety.co.uk

Book of My Life

412

The Book of My Life writes and produces biographies and family history books. We can transform your memories or documents into a beautiful book that will be treasured for generations.

www.bookofmylife.co.uk
info@bookofmylife.co.uk

British Association for Local History

129

BALH has published two directories both very useful for family as well as local historians. Living the Poor Life is a guide to to some newly-catalogued Poor Law records which are available to search and download free online. Internet Sites for Local Historians is the second, expanded edition of our sell-out directory covering mainly free websites. Both available at a bargain price of £4 at WDYTYA Live! Workshops linked to the guides happen on Sunday.
 

BALH, PO BOX 6549, Somersal Herbert, Ashbourne, DE6 5WH
01283 585947
www.balh.co.uk

British Deaf History Society

139

The BDHS promotes and advances the interest in the discovery, research, conservation and preservation of the histories of deaf people, their communities, culture and language.

01925 632463
www.bdhs.org.uk

British Postal Museum & Archive

116 & 117

Find out more about your postal ancestors and their working lives. We have appointment and pension records, staff magazines, historic photographs, uniforms, and more.

020 7239 2570
www.postalheritage.org.uk

British Records Association

128

The British Records Association promotes the preservation, care, use and publication of historical records. Membership is open to everyone with an interest in archives. Archives for all.

020 7833 0428
www.britishrecordsassociation.org.uk

C

CAB Search

134-137

Acid-free archival storage products including pockets, paper, pens, charts, binders, magnifiers and more. Also countrywide range of Alan Godfrey old street maps and quality topographical and nostalgic books.

+44 (0) 20 7060 1849
www.cab-search.co.uk

Cambridgeshire Family History Society

105 & 106

We stock a wide range of CDs of transcriptions of county records, including parish, non conformist, census etc. The stand also includes information from the East Anglian Group of FHS.

01223 276103
www.cfhs.org.uk

Caribbean Family History Group

33

We assist in, answer and source answers for Caribbean Family History research/queries. Provide information materials for Caribbean genealogical research and UK Black History/Heritage.

0791 701 5113
www.caribbeanfamilyhistorygroup.com

Cassini Historical Maps

804

Cassini is Britain’s leading historical map publisher, offering maps from the 16th century to the present day in a range of scales and formats, all invaluable to historical researchers.

01488 648534
http://www.cassinimaps.co.uk

Certificate of Irish Heritage

622
The Certificate of Irish Heritage is a Government of Ireland programme providing official recognition to people of Irish ancestry.

The Certificate honours those ancestors who sacrificed so much by leaving Ireland and who created opportunities for later generations.

Come and visit us! See the Certificates, participate in our prize draw, or let us help you with your own application!

The programme is operated by FEXCO on behalf of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

FEXCO Financial Services Centre, Iveragh Road, Killorglin, Co. Kerry, Ireland
00353867712877

City of Westminster Archives Centre

55

As the archive for Westminster, we hold parish registers, GRO indexes, census returns, maps, images and theatre programmes. Visit us to research your family, house and local area.

(020) 7641 5180
www.westminster.gov.uk/services/libraries/archives/

College of Arms

608

The College of Arms is the official body responsible for heraldry in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a manuscript archive stretching back to medieval times. Its officers provide professional heraldic and genealogical research and advice on all related subjects, and grant many new coats of arms each year.

The College of Arms, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4BT
020 7248 2762
http://www.college-of-arms.gov.uk/

Cornwall Family History Society

31, 32 & 42

Library & computerized research room open to all visitors. Nearly 5 million Cornish items on database. Available online for Members plus Quarterly Journal. Postal/email research service for anyone.

The Cornwall Family History Society, 5 Victoria Square, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2RS, UK
01872 264044
www.cornwallfhs.com

Cyclo-ssage

527

Cyclo-ssage market exclusive top quality German manufactured massage systems. The Pro Equine, Pro Personal and Pro Canine Massage systes incorporate cycloidal massage into unique, easy to use portable systems.

01443 815 496
www.cyclo-ssage.com

D

Debrett Ancestry Research Ltd

514

‘If there is a solution, I believe Debrett’s can find it’. A highly professional service with a choice of fixed-budget programmes for anyone with UK ancestry. Free assessments and advice.

www.debrettancestry.co.uk
info@debrettancestry.co.uk

Deceased Online

813

Deceasedonline.com is the only database website which includes statutory burial records from local authorities and other cemetery and crematorium organisations. The growing national database of UK burial and cremation records is a major asset for family history research. There is no registration fee, searching is free and only if and when users find specific records do they then pay to download these. Records comprise computerised data, digital register scans, grave details, photographs of memorials and headstones and cemetery maps indicating grave locations. New data will be launched at the exhibition; you can search the database and register free on stand 813.
 

20 Davigdor St Hove East Sussex BN3 1TT
01536 791568
rg@deceasedonline.com

Devon Family History Society

38, 39, 40 & 41

Formed in 1976, the society has an active programme of transcribing, indexing and publishing Devon records. With a research centre in Exeter, regular group meetings and events throughout the county.

01392 433212 (Mon, Tues, Thu)
www.devonfhs.org.uk

Dorset Family History Society

9 & 19

Come to the Dorset FHS’s stand for friendly advice to further your research. Books, maps, DVDs etc are on sale. Our Research Centre in Poole is open to everyone.

www.dorsetfhs.org.uk

E

East Anglian Group of Family History Societies

101

Members of the East Anglian Group of Family History Societies are this year manning a stall giving out information and advice.

01223 276103
N/A

East of London Family History Society

110

The society covers the fascinating area of "The East End". Membership includes receiving the quarterly "Cockney Ancestor", an active message board on its website and five meetings every month.

07778854200
www.eolfhs.org.uk

East Surrey Family History Society

130, 131, 132 & 133

We are the society for South London, covering Croydon, Kingston, Lambeth, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton and Wandsworth & all historic East Surrey. Visit our helpdesk for expert advice and browse our bookstall for our own publications, old maps and lots of local history books, including many new titles.

www.eastsurreyfhs.org.uk
events@esfhs.org.uk

Eneclann

713

Visit us for advice on our Irish family history research services and to browse our range of Irish and British genealogy and history CD publications, all on special offer.

+353 1 671 0338
www.eneclann.ie

F

Families Stories (Belgian Roots)

94

Having trouble looking for your ancestors on continental europe (Belgium-France-The Netherlands)? Families Stories and Marie Cappart are there to help you in your quest!
 

00322486919468
www.histoiresdefamilles.net

Family & Local History Handbook

811
 

The UK launch of The Irish Family & Local History Handbook will take place at Who Do You Think You Are? Live 2012. There are 70 million people in the world with Irish ancestry; of which 35 million Americans and one in five British people are of Irish descent. This Handbook has been created to provide essential guidance and help people research their Irish ancestry.
The latest issue of Robert Blatchford's original family history handbook 'The Family & Local History Handbook 13' will also be on offer.

 

Robert Blatchford Publishing Ltd, 33 Nursery Road, Nether Poppleton, York, YO26 6NN, United Kingdom
+44 1904 332638

Family Chartmasters

605

SHARE your research, HONOR your ancestors and INSPIRE your posterity with a beautiful genealogy chart printed by the experts. Generation Maps takes pride in printing *any* kind of genealogy chart.
 

Family ChartMasters, P.O. Box 1080, Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062
(801) 836-6748
www.familychartmasters.com

Family History Bookshop

632

We have a large collection of family history books and related items for sale. Visit our stand to take advantage of our special discounted offers.

01487 814050
www.familyhistorybookshop.co.uk

Family History Monthly magazine

516

We've been helping readers trace their ancestry for 17 years. Packed with practical tips, expert advice, record updates, and social history, FHM can help fill the gaps in your tree!
 

www.familyhistorymonthly.com
fhm@metropolis.co.uk

Family Search

625

FamilySearch is the world’s largest genealogy organisation. Millions of people use FamilySearch's free records, resources and services to learn more about their history. Search at familysearch.org

00 1 866 406 1830
www.familysearch.org

Family Silver

99

Come & discover if an important year in your family history is available on an old British coin or bespoke silver jewellery for preserving family names forever, and much more...

01736 362331
www.familysilver.co.uk

Family Tree DNA

428
Family Tree DNA, Genealogy by Genetics, Ltd., World Headquarters, 1445 North Loop West, Suite 820 Houston, Texas 77008, USA
(713) 868-1438
www.familytreedna.com

Family Tree Magazine

628

Family Tree is the original magazine for family historians. Packed with information on resources, websites and useful tips, Family Tree caters for all levels. Visit our stand for some great show offers.

01487 814050
www.family-tree.co.uk

Federation of Family History Societies (FFHS)

615

Your opportunity to discover what the Federation of Family History Societies can do for you. We are here to help! With over 160 member societies each helping their members research their ancestors, there is sure to be a society that suits your needs! Free copies of 'our really useful leaflet'.

01455 203133
www.ffhs.org.uk

FIBIS - Families in British India Society

21, 22, 23 & 24

Hit a brick wall? Did you know that over three million Britons spent their lives in the British Empire's "Jewel in the Crown"? Let FIBIS help you find your ancestor.

01273 551 557
www.fibis.org

Findmypast.co.uk

707

Start your voyage into family history at stand 707. Talks are free, no need to book. Just check the departure board for times.
You can access findmypast.co.uk’s records for free in our research bay, including complete England and Wales censuses 1841-1911; easy-to-search birth, marriage and death indexes; parish records back to 1538; military records and more.
Visit our shop to stock up on vouchers, find out about offers and enter our competition to win subscriptions.

117 Fenchurch Street, City of London, EC3M 5DY
0203 326 6300
support@findmypast.co.uk

Flip-Pal@my-history.co.uk

430

Checkout the Flip-Pal portable scanner. Mobile, Versatile, Easy and Quick this is the best tool for genealogists who wish to scan images without removing photographs from frames, albums or relatives!

01709 580066
www.flip-pal.co.uk

Friends of the Metropolitan Police Historical Collection

18

Facilitating individual/organisational access to London's Police Heritage. Promoting preservation of Metropolitan Police Historical Collection.

www.fomphc.org.uk

G

Garden Furniture Centre

1000

The Garden Furniture Centre pride ourselves as suppliers of luxury outdoor garden and conservatory furniture. Our elegant parasols, gazebos, garden benches and outdoor rattan compliments our high quality teak range.

The Garden Furniture Centre Ltd,Yew Tree Farm Craft Centre, Wootton Wawen, Henley-In-Arden, West Midlands, B95 6BY
01564 79 36 52

Genealogy Printers

153, 154 & 155

Family Tree and wall chart printers that can print your family tree for you in a wide range of styles onto one continuous sheet of paper, full money back guarantee.

www.genealogyprinters.com
info@genealogyprinters.com

General Register Office

701

The General Register Office is the official government source for birth,marriage and death certificates registered in England and Wales since 1837.

0300 123 1837
www.direct.gov/gro

Genes Reunited

607

Need an easy to use, FREE family tree builder? Want the chance to discover family past and present? Genes Reunited has 12 million members and 650 million historical records, including the complete 1841-1911 census. You’ll also find millions of scanned pages from 300 years of regional newspapers for you to discover your ancestors in.
Visit us at stands 801 and 607 for more information and enter our competition for the chance to win fantastic prizes.

Fourth Floor, 117 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 5DY
02079940149
support@genesreunited.co.uk

Glamorgan Family History Society

43, 52, 53 & 54

A lively Society with an enviable collection of Glamorgan indexes including baptisms, marriages, burials, monumental inscriptions, schools, etc. Popular Resource Centre with friendly, knowledgeable volunteers to help with your research.

02920890083
www.glamfhs.org

Guide Dogs

318

Fundraisers invite you to become direct debit donors for our “sponsor a puppy” campaign.

0118 983 5555
www.guidedogs.org.uk

Guild of One-Name Studies

162, 163 & 164

The world's leading organisation for one-name studies. Is your history in our nearly 8,000 study surnames? See our register and also get your free Surname Atlas print-out!

01392 468695
www.one-name.org

H

Hall of Names

432

Hall of Names has over 1,000,000 Coats of Arms and Surname Histories genuinely researched and with an authenticity guarantee. All products are beautifully finished either framed or unframed.

01984 632120
www.hallofnames.org.uk

Hampshire Genealogical Society

78-80

HGS offers research services, guidance and help with Hampshire family history. Hampshire CDs and books are available through the society, as are computer and internet access at the research centre. We are here for all three days.

02392 387000
www.hgs-online.org.uk

History Press

802

The History Press and Phillimore is the UK’s largest local and specialist history publisher. From genealogy to military and local history; it’s your past, let us share it.

01453 883300
www.thehistorypress.co.uk

Home Health Hove Ltd.

316

Medical equipment for handheld massages for anyone suffering with arthritis, rheumatics and back problems. Come and have a chat with a trained consultant.

01273 454050
N/A
Marclong40@hotmail.co.uk

Household Cavalry Museum

16

Information about:- visits to The Household Cavalry Museum at Horse Guards, Whitehall and Combermere Barracks, Windsor: accessing the Household Cavalry Archive for family and military research:joining The Friends of The Household Cavalry Museum.

020 7930 3090
www.householdcavalrymuseum.co.uk

Huguenot Society of Great Britain & Ireland

123 & 124

Learned society founded in 1885.Genealogical dimension: historical background, genealogical information on the Huguenots plus surname look-up service. Sale of publications, CD-ROM (see website for list), Huguenot crosses and memorabilia.

020 7679 2046
www.huguenotsociety.org.uk

I

I scribbles - your story piece by piece

14
Bring your family history research to life by writing stories based on the interesting and intriguing facts about people and events you uncovered during your research. No previous writing experience necessary.
 
For more information use the contact details below or email enquiries@i-scribbles.com.
www.i-scribbles.com

Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies - School of Family History

69 & 70

Founded in 1961 for the study of family history, our Correspondence Course leads to the professional recognised qualification The Higher Certificate in Genealogy. We also hold day and residential courses.

For miore information visit the website or email admin@ihgs.ac.uk.

www.ihgs.ac.uk

International Society of Genetic Genealogy

433

ISOGG is a free volunteer-run organisation which provides education on the use of DNA testing as a tool for genealogical research, and promotes a supportive network for genetic genealogists.
 

0118 978 0037
www.isogg.org

Intriguing Family History

415

Geo-map your family tree and history online. Solve family mysteries and conundrums. Map and explore an expanding range of historical themesfrom both local and wider perspectives.

Connect your family's records, documents and objects with the people, places, maps and history with which they are associated.

Unearth the rich tapestry of your history, reveal new insights and connections. Share it on the web with your family; easily installed and hosted with Intriguing Family History.

 

Germans Barn, East Meon, Hants, GU32 1HT
01730 823572 or 07789580871
info@intriguingfamilyhistory.com

Irish Family History Foundation

602

The Irish Family History Foundation represents 33 county genealogy centres on the island of Ireland. Our website www.rootsireland.ie has 19 million+ records from the 1600s to 1900s of births, baptisms, marriages & deaths; land records; census records; and gravestone inscriptions. Using our unique local knowledge we have been assisting people to trace their Irish ancestry for 25 years. Experienced researchers from our county centres will be offering a free advisory service at our stand.
 

www.rootsireland.ie
karel@irish-roots.net

Irish Genealogical Research Society

623

To encourage and promote the study of Irish genealogy. Membership is open to all who have an interest in Irish genealogy.

 

www.igrsoc.org

J

Jersey Family History Forum

48 & 49

Visit Jersey and discover your past with the Jersey Family History Forum. We are the Island’s principle genealogical providers. We encourage visitors to use our facilities and offer research services.
 

01534 833135
www.jerseyheritage.org

Jewish Genealogical Society of Great Britain (JGSGB)

141 & 142

Dedicated to promoting Jewish family history and genealogy, we encourage research and preservation of Jewish genealogy records.
Library, databases, and specialist advice available. Open to everyone interested in Jewish genealogy.
 

020 7724 4232 (answer phone)
www.jgsgb.org.uk

K

Kent Family History Society

102 & 103

Kent FHS have over the past 38 years, thanks to its many volunteers and transcribers, produced many parish record indexes on microfiche and CDs. It also has its own library.
 

www.kfhs.org.uk
picketywitch@blueyonder.co.uk

Kresy-Siberia Virtual Museum

36

Polish ancestors? Our Virtual Museum is dedicated to research, remember and recognise Polish citizens’ struggles in Eastern Poland and in exile during WWII. We have over 40,000 people listed on our Memorial Wall of Names and have several galleries showing the history of Kresy before the war, during the 1939 invasions by Hitler and Stalin, the deportations to Siberia and the refugee camps in India and Africa. Join our membership to access many useful reference materials.

Kresy-Siberia (UK), 7 Barnstead Avenue Withington Manchester M20 4UL
0161 445 6904
UK@Kresy-Siberia.org

L

Lace Guild

in Our Working Past

The Lace Guild is an educational charity dedicated to preserving our rich lace heritage, sharing and developing the knowledge of lacemaking, and taking lace design and techniques into the future.

01384 390 739
www.laceguild.demon.co.uk

Life in Squares

1,147

Compile your own piece of history by supplying us with your original paper or digital images creating a historical record - a modern day collection of family memories for your wall.

01926 888440
www.lifeinsquares.com

LifeBook Ltd

908

Lifebook launches at WDYTYA LIVE a unique and affordable way of weekly face to face interviews making the 'writing' of a priceless quality autobiography both enjoyable and fun.

 

+44(0)1483811043
www.lifebookuk.com

Lincolnshire Family History Society

10-12

A large Society of over 3000 members representing the whole of Lincolnshire, we have eight branches meeting monthly and an extensive indexing and publishing programme.

01522 528088
www.lincolnshirefhs.org.uk

London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames

47

In the Victorian setting of Richmond's Old Town Hall discover a world of royalty, palaces, Palladian mansions and much more that existed on the very ground you walk today.
 

020 8734 3309
www.richmond.gov.uk/home/leisure_and_culture/local_history_and_heritage/local_studies_collection

London Canal Museum

in Our Working Past

London Canal Museum tells the story of canal people and you can see inside a residential boat cabin. It is set in a canalside former ice warehouse in King’s Cross.

020 7713 0836
www.canalmuseum.org.uk

M

Manchester & Lancashire Family History Society

125 & 126

The Society covers the south-east area of Lancashire. We will have a wide selection of local books, CDs (including unfilmed census) and Richardson maps. A £3 membership discount will be given during the event.

O1442 268395
www.mlfhs.org.uk

Maritime History Archive

307

A mariner in your family history? The Maritime History Archive has several million British crew agreements from the 19th and 20th centuries. Come visit our booth to find out more.

1-709-864-4476
www.mun.ca/mha/

Maxbal Genealogy

807

Quality blank and custom printed family tree charts in colour, black & white and on parchment paper. Featuring the renowned Creative, Heirloom and Renaissance rangers with transparent or removable stickers.

Maxbal Genealogy, 2 Crosfields Close, Shinfield, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 9AY, U.K
(0)118 931 4479
www.maxbal.co.uk

Met Collection - Metropolitan Police Authority

17

Examples of information held by the 'met collection' including service records of officers from 1829, Police Orders from 1857 and Victorian ledgers. Free access to database with over 200000 records.

0207 161 1234
www.met.police.uk/history

Ministry of Defence – Service Personnel and Veterans Agency

803

Advice on MOD medals both current and historical, aircraft archaeology excavation licenses, the MOD team that identifies British remains still found on WWI/WWII battlefields and delivery of veterans welfare support.

Veterans-UK free helpline 0800 169 2277
www.veterans-uk.info

MM Publications

75a & 77
N/A

Modern History

506

As you look back into the past at your family history you may find your ancestors were part of the amazing story of the industrial revolution; whether they were pioneers or ordinary working families you can learn about their story across the North West in museums, mills, waterways, railways, steam sheds, walking trails and events. Come to our stand to find out more!

Modern History, Visit Manchester, Carvers Warehouse, 77 Dale St, Manchester M1 2HG
0161 238 4575
www.modernhistory.co.uk

Moorcroft Pottery

1155

Made since 1897, Moorcroft Pottery is said to be the finest craft pottery in the world with over 10,000 members in its Collectors’ Club. With five full time members of the Moorcroft Design Studio the pottery pushes the frontiers of ceramic design, and yet, still uses craft techniques that date back to the 17th Century. There is a museum within its Heritage Visitor Centre.

01782 820515
www.moorcroft.com

MuchLoved Memorial Websites

108

MuchLoved is the UK memorial website charity that helps you create your own unique and beautiful memorial website to remember and commemorate the life of a loved one.

To find out more about MuchLoved Memorial Websites visit their website or email support@muchloved.com.

www.muchloved.com

My History

430

Specialist supplier of acid-free storage folders and pockets for documents and photographs, archival storage boxes, family history wide format chart printing, springback binders, book publishing and Family Historian 5.

01709 586758
www.my-history.co.uk

My Way Films

613

Everyone has a story to tell. Who you are, where you've been, where you are now and how you got there. Preserve these stories and memories on DVD to be handed down as a legacy to your children and future generations of your family.
 

020 8445 5033
www.mywayfilms.com

MyFamilySilver.com

531

Heirlooms and family-crested gifts. Find and buy silver, antiques, signet rings, china and glass with your family crest.

020 7781 2399
www.myfamilysilver.com

MyHeritage.com

617

MyHeritage.com is the most popular family network on the web. Try Family Tree Builder, the highly functional and flexible genealogy software for FREE, and search four billion names using WorldVitalRecords.

For more info about My Heritage visit their website or contact Laurence Harris at laurence@myheritage.com.

www.myheritage.com

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National Archives of Ireland

402

The National Archives holds 1901 and 1911 census returns, land valuation records, wills and related papers, records of national schools plus other records essential for family or local history research.

The National Archives of Ireland, Bishop Street, Dublin 8, Ireland
+ 353 (0)1 407 2300
www.nationalarchives.ie

National Institute for Genealogical Societies

87 & 88
National Institute for Genealogical Studies, 92 Ashbury Boulevard, Ajax, ON L1Z 1N1, Canada
(416) 861-0165
www.genealogicalstudies.com

National Library of Wales

410

The Library is considered the premier resource for all Welsh genealogical research, as our resources are unparalleled. We have placed our probate documents online at http://cat.llgc.org.uk/probate.

01970 632800
www.llgc.org.uk

National Records of Scotland

409

Expert staff will advise you on the extensive range of sources that NRS can offer for your Scottish family research. Try out the online catalogue and discover our other resources.
 

0131 535 1314
www.nrscotland.gov.uk

National Trust

517

A special offer on National Trust membership giving you free access to over 300 historic properties, beautiful gardens and breathtaking countryside.

01494755573
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Norfolk Family History Society

63a, 73-74

We are the main access point for family historians in Norfolk. Our knowledgable and enthusiastic volunteers will welcome you at our library and do all they can to help you

01603 763718
www.norfolkfhs.org.uk

North of Ireland Family History Society

112

Irish Ancestors? With 13 local branches and hundreds of Associate Members worldwide we can support your own research with our Journal,Newsletter,books, CD's reciprocal research and Library look-ups.

028 9146 5770
www.nifhs.org

North West group of Family History Societies

72

Comprises the Catholic, Rimmer, Metcalfe, FH Society of Cheshire, Cumbria, Liverpool & SW Lancs, Manchester & Lancs, Ormskirk & District, North Meols (Southport), North Cheshire and Lancashire FH & Heraldry Societies
 

07969 778473
www.nwgfhs.org.uk

North West Kent Family History Society

120 & 121

Please visit our award-winning website, which contains everything you need to know about North West Kent Family History Society, our activities, services and the research area we cover.

01622 355924
www.nwkfhs.org.uk

Nottinghamshire Family History Society

156-158

Uncover more about your Nottingham family at our stand, where you can buy CDs covering local parish registers, monumental inscriptions and more. There will also be local history books and members of NFHS who can help with your queries.

www.nottsfhs.org.uk

O

Old Maps

411
www.old-maps.co.uk

One Stop Genealogy

100

Ultimate CD-ROM collection with thousands of links to free genealogical websites helping you trace your family tree for experienced researchers and beginners. England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Europe/Russia available.

If you would like more info about One Stop Genealogy visit their website or email onestopgenealogy@hotmail.co.uk.
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www.onestopgenealogy.com

Origins.net

515

Origins.net specialises in rich, rare material from Britain and Ireland. National Wills Index - The primary source for pre-1858 wills. Censuses, Electoral Registers, Marriage records, Apprentice records, Griffith's Valuation, images, maps plus much more!
 

020 3137 6616
www.origins.net

Oxfordshire Family History Society

95 & 96

OFHS covers Oxfordshire and old North Berkshire. We have for sale parish register and MI transcripts on CD, and local history books. We can search our databases for your ancestors.

01628 485013
www.ofhs.org.uk

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Pharos Teaching & Tutoring Limited

45 & 46

Become a Better Genealogist with our highly regarded online family history courses. Courses available on English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh family history. Learn from the experts with short reasonably priced courses that will suit your budget.

www.pharostutors.com
helen@pharostutors.com

Photo S.O.S.

1133

We are highly-skilled professionals specialising in rescuing old photographs. We ensure that future generations will be able to share your family memories, through our scanning and restoration services.

07932652848
www.photosos.co.uk

Photographic Memory Ltd.

1139

Blending traditional photography, digital graphics and artistry we create portraits that are truly bespoke gifts for your family, friends, and yourself. Capturing images and moments that make up a lifetime.
 

0118 9122237 / 0795 8041956
www.photographicmemory.uk.com

Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI)

503

Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) is the official archive for Northern Ireland, holding over three million public and privately deposited records. Family and Local History sources include church and school registers, wills, valuations, landed estate and court records. PRONI's new state-of-the-art premises provides enhanced services including enlarged search and reading rooms, improved copying facilities, free Wifi and the new exhibition ‘A century of change, conflict and transformation’.

Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, 2 Titanic Boulevard, Titanic Quarter, Belfast, BT3 9HQ
(+44) 028 90 534800
www.proni.gov.uk

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photo-i

1001

Learn how to digitally restore your old and damaged photographs with Corel software. Professional photographer, Vincent Oliver will be demonstrating restoration tips and techniques throughout the show. DVD also available.

020 8467 2465
www.photo-i.co.uk

R

RootsMagic

725

Learn about the new RootsMagic 5 UK edition and how it can help you research, record and report. See the stand for our show specials.
 

S&N Genealogy Supplies, West Wing Manor Farm, Chilmark, Wiltshire, SP3 5AF
01722 716121
sales@genealogysupplies.com

Royal College of Nursing Archives

in Our Working Past

Come along to the RCN Archives stand where we'll have copies of registers of nurses which you can search for nursing ancestors. Bring along your nursing photographs and badges to talk to our staff about or ask about nursing history.
 

01316626155
www.rcn.org.uk/archives

Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales

309

Where did they live, work and worship? The Royal Commission’s archive of over two million photographs, drawings, surveys, and maps will help add context to your family’s history in Wales.

01970 621248
www.rcahmw.gov.uk

Royal Medical Colleges and Societies

in Our Working Past

We are a group which represents some of the main medical professional bodies in England, including General Practitioners, Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, Physicians, Paediatricians, Surgeons and the Royal Society of Medicine. If you have a medical practitioner in your family history, we can help you find out more about them.

+44(0)207 772 6381
www.archiveshub.ac.uk/features/medicalprofession/index

Ryedale Family History Group

29

Ryedale, an area spanning North and East Yorkshire on River Rye, including towns Malton, Pickering, Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley. Research Room at Hovingham. Publications include Parish Register transcripts, histories and MIs.

01653628952
www.ryedalefamilyhistory.org

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Scotlands Genealogy

306

Curious about your Scottish ancestry but don't know where to begin? Unfamiliar with Scotland,it's records and administration? We provide research services throughout Scotland for family,house and local history.

07876235408
www.scotlandsgenealogy.com

ScotlandsPeople

407

ScotlandsPeople is the official Government source for Scottish family history records. We are the only website which offers access to both statutory and census records.

0131 314 4300
www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk

Scout Association

51

The Scout Association Archive website has 50,000 award cards to search and buy. More family history records will be made available in the future. Rolls of Honour for Scouts in both World Wars are free to search and view.
 

020 8433 7195
www.scoutsrecords.org

SepiaQuill.org

1045

Preserving your precious family images free of charge. We will also transform your collection of family photographs into a book that will become a family heirloom in its own right.

01352840863
www.sepiaquill.org

Share Our Past Limited

416

ShareHistory is an international archive for all history, past and present. The website offers you free storage for all your history and online backup for photographs and documents. Storing data where it can be easily accessed saves time, sharing your history with others may help fill in the gaps of your knowledge and you may find friends and family you never knew you had.

For more information call Jane Smith on the phone number below or email janekirkland@hotmail.co.uk.

01902759997

ShipIndex.org

311

ShipIndex.org tells genealogists and historians which books, magazines, websites, databases, and more, mention the ships they're researching. Explore 140,000 completely free citations, with 2.4 million in the premium database.

1-206-304-0825
www.shipindex.org

Silver Travel Advisor

505

If you are planning a holiday or trip, make your first stop www.silvertraveladvisor.com for impartial reviews, information and personal advice you can trust - just for mature travellers.

0208 224 2075
www.silvertraveladvisor.com

Simplicity Computers

816

Simplify your search for those long lost relatives using a simplicity computer! We have a solution for you - laptops, desktops, touchscreens and we can even breathe life into your old computer.

01935 429999
www.simplicitycomputers.co.uk

Society of Genealogists

1025

The Society of Genealogists Library & Education Centre si the foremost in the British Isles. Anyone conducting research into family history would benefit from its extensive resources, lectures and publications.

+44 20 7251 8799
www.sog.org.uk

Solar Microfilm Limited

530
Solar Microfilm Equipment Ltd, Pilgrims Lodge, Stede Hill, Harrietsham, ME17 1NP
(0)1622 851010
www.solar-imaging.com

Soldiers Off the Street

111
Soldiers Off the Street, 21A Chester Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BG
01978 362 289
www.soldiersoffthestreet.com

Somerset & Dorset Family History Society

64 & 65

We are a large Family History Society, covering two counties with facilities for research, and a comprehensive library in Sherborne. We have volunteers willing to undertake research for a modest fee.

www.sdfhs.org
sdfhs@btconnect.com

SpeakingLives®

107

SpeakingLives® digitally record an individual’s Life Stories face-to-face -> edited onto GoldArchive AudioCD -> presented in a personalised gift box. Don’t lose voices, laughter, family sayings, local accents and much more.
 

+44 (0) 785 447 9261
www.tellyourstoryoncd.co.uk

Suffolk Family History Society

57 & 58

Geneology research material on C.D. and books plus expert local knowledge of Suffolk and its resources.
For more information visit website or email david.daldry@gmail.com.

www.suffolkfhs.co.uk

Surrey History Centre

140

Surrey History Centre is the county's record office and local studies library.  We can help you trace your Surrey ancestors and explore nine centuries of Surrey's records.  Surrey had more mental hospitals than many counties.

01483 518737
www.surreycc.gov.uk

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The Collage Company

1143

Let The Collage Company bring your family history to life by creating an ancestral montage - a talking point for years to come. Unique, high quality digital collages especially for you.

The Collage Company, Southdown House, Medstead, Hampshire GU34 5PP
0843 6582819
www.collagecompany.co.uk

The Name Shop

118

Relive the History of your Names origins on a scroll , beautiful hand painted Coats of Arms & Crest , shields embroideries Marriage / Anniversary Celebrations produced to order.

0800 0699690
www.family-name.co.uk

The Oldie Magazine

409

Funny, irreverent, bookish, quirky and occasionally morally outraged, the Oldie magazine is a monthly publication aimed at those who know how to waltz and remember the wireless. Edited by Richard Ingrams.

020 7436 8801
www.theoldie.co.uk

The Rifles Living History Society

1125

The aim of the Rifles is to portray the British and Commonwealth Rifleman of World War One,by the wearing of the uniforms and equipment,and by living history displays.

020 8363 8478
www.c20warfare.org

TheGenealogist.co.uk

725

The reviewers’ top choice and “Best Value” site (WDYTYA? Magazine, issue 26). Visit our stand for free trials and money saving special offers. Stand 725 at the entrance.
 

Genealogy Supplies (Jersey) Ltd PO Box 530 Jersey JE4 8XX
01722 717006
enquiry@TheGenealogist.co.uk

Tourism Ireland

502

When you are ready to 'take the next step' check out www.discoverireland.com for all you need to know about getting to and around Ireland, where to stay and more.

Nations House, 103 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1QS
0800 039 7000

Tower Hamlets Local History Library and Archives

109

Tower Hamlets Local History Library and Archives holds a wealth of material for those with ancestors from London's East End: local government archives, deeds, maps, photographs, newspapers, electoral registers, trade directories and much more.

020 7364 1290
www.ideastore.co.uk

Treasure-Trails.com

702

Coming Soon! Treasure Trails will be launching a new and exciting website on 24th February 2012.
 

0845 206 8655
treasure-trails.com

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Uniform Memories

1132

Create an heirloom in a scrapbook with your family pictures and history...bring it to life...

07599 053702 or 01273 813396
www.uniformmemories.co.uk

University of Dundee, Centre for Archive and Information Studies

917

Online courses in family and local history, from beginners to advanced. Study from home with expert tutors and develop the skills to locate and understand sources and archives that can help with your research. Choose from Masters degrees, postgraduate certificates or short 6, 9 or 15 week courses. The material is delivered by the University of Dundee but can be studied wherever you are in the world and relates to sources found throughout the UK.
 

For more information use the contact details below or email armtraining@dundee.ac.uk.  

Centre for Archive and Information Studies, Tower Building, University of Dundee, Dundee, DD1 4HN, Scotland, UK
+44 (0)1382 385543

University of Oxford Department for Continuing Education

30
+44 (0)1865 270360
www.conted.ox.ac.uk

University of Strathclyde

160 & 161

Post Graduate Qualifications in Genealogy at the University of Strathclyde
 
- World leading postgraduate courses in Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies
- Flexible online distance learning format
- Study part time at home or work
- Developed by and for professional genealogists
- Open to all seeking formal qualifications
- No exams; progress based on continuous assessment
- Flexible progression from Postgraduate Certificate, to Postgraduate Diploma and to Masters degree
 

For more information visit the website (address below) or email brian.mckechnie@strath.ac.uk

Brian McKechnie, Centre for Lifelong Learning, within the School of Education, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Strathclyde, 40 George St, Glasgow G1 1QE, Scotland
0141 548 2492

University of the Third Age (U3A)

308

The University of the Third Age is the UK’s fastest growing shared learning organisation for older people no longer in full-time employment, providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities. There are over 830 U3As and 270,000 members. Find out more it could change your life!

0208 466 6139
www.u3a.org.uk

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Video 2 DVD Transfer

1149

Video2DVDTransfers is part of a large production house with over 25 years' expereince in transferring people's treasured memories. From old cine film to modern video, we have copied more than 350,000 hours of family footage. We believe we are the longest-running and most dedicated service in the UK. We are a family-owned business and our transfer artists have 60 years' experience in the imaging industry. Who better to entrust your valued films to?

Video 2 DVD Transfers, Unit 4 Bridgegate Business Park, Gatehouse Way, Aylesbury, Bucks. HP19 8XN
0870 609 3017
www.video2dvdtransfers.co.uk

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Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum

in Our Working Past

The Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum Project A Museum Celebrating the Industrail Heritage of East London and the Lea Valley Corridor.
 

07930 662252
www.walthamstowpumphousemuseum.org.uk

Weald and Downland Open Air Museum

119

Over 45 rescued buildings rebuilt in a beautiful setting in the South Downs National Park, bringing to life homes, farms and workplaces of the South-east over the past 500 years.

01243 811348
www.wealddown.com

West Surrey Family History Society

81, 82, 83 & 84

With 37 years experience transcribing and indexing Surrey records, we offer numerous publications, including many for Middlesex and London. Information about these and our other activities are on our website.

www.wsfhs.org
secretary@wsfhs.org

Western Front Association

1123

The WFA is Britain’s premier Great War History Association. We are dedicated to expanding everyone’s knowledge of the Great War 1914-1918.

01458 251095
www.westernfrontassociation.com

Wharfedale Family History Group

20

A small but dynamic family history society with over 300 publications covering Wharfedale & the western dales. A stand you cannot miss if you have ancestry in Yorkshire.

007779 610708
www.wharfedalefhg.org.uk

Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine

610

Visit the magazine team at stand 610 and get your first five issues of Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine for only £5. The first 600 subscribers will also get to choose a free gift.

Immediate Media Company, 9th Floor, Tower House, Fairfax Street, Bristol BS1 3BN
0117 314 7400

Wiltshire Family History Society

34 & 35

The focus for everyone with ancestors from the historic county of Wiltshire.  Friendly advice available.  Wiltshire books and many of the Society's paper, fiche and CD transcriptions available.

01380 723830
www.wiltshirefhs.co.uk

Workers' Educational Association (WEA)

56

The UK’s largest provider of adult education in the voluntary sector. We believe education is lifelong and should continue beyond school, college and university to help people develop their full potential in society.

0207 426 3486
www.wea.org.uk

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Yorkshire Ancestors

27 & 28

Family History Research Centre for day visitors or with accommodation. Ideal place for a family historians holiday! Selling books, software, maps and CD copies of resources in Yorkshire Ancestors library.

01723 859285
www.yorkshireancestors.com

Yorkshire: The London Group of Yorkshire FHS

25 & 26

For members of all Yorkshire societies, the Group meets at the SoG four times a year, with speakers on a wide variety of subjects, many with a Yorkshire interest.

020 3045 3319
www.genuki.org.uk/big/eng/YKS/Misc/FHS/

Your Family History Magazine

801

Your Family History magazine will help you discover who your ancestors were and guide you into the rich local and social history that brings contect to their lives.

01226 734689
www.your-familyhistory.com

Your Family Tree Magazine

524

Your Family Tree magazine offers practical advice, written by the experts to make tracing your ancestors accessible and rewarding. Join us at stand 524 and see our great subscription deals and special offers.

01225 442244
www.yourfamilytreemag.co.uk

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