British Isles Genealogy & Family History
Trace your ancestors in the British Isles with these free genealogy records, databases, tutorials, and resources.
Once you've explored as much of your family tree as you can online, it's time to head to Britain and the land of your ancestors. Learn which repostories to visit on your family history research trip to England, Scotland, and Wales.
If your family tree stretches back to England or Wales, you're in pretty good shape. Both countries have maintained an excellent system of official records, many of which are becoming available online. Learn how to trace your English or Welsh ancestors with this step by step guide.
Introductory genealogy guide covers the major records of interest to genealogical researchers in England and Wales. From the Public Record Office.
A great introductory guide to family history research in the British Isles from the UK Federation of Family History Societies.
The British Isles Family History Society-USA, located in Los Angeles, intended this page as a guide to its holdings, but the information is wonderful for any British Isles researcher.
Over 100 leaflets to help you in your research, from the Public Record Office, repository of the national archives for England, Wales and the United Kingdom.
An excellent article by Mark Howells on using the resources of your local Family History Center to research ancestors from the British Isles.
This wonderful guide from GENUKI primarily provides information on researching British and Irish ancestry from North America.
A good overview of necessary research steps for Americans tracing their British ancestry, from the Society of Genealogists.
Advice on what to expect when visiting your local Record Office, from the Federation of Family History Societies.
