Monthly Archives: February 2011

A few years ago I was kindly given, by the author, a copy of the book “Somerset Pub Signs – The Skeggs Guide” by James Skeggs. This book gives the meanings of a large number of Somerset inn signs and … Continue reading →

Once again this week whilst working in the Somerset record office I have heard the number of people talking and saying that their ancestor was born on such and such a date. It is really difficult getting people to understand … Continue reading →

You have gone through the process of “signing in” at the Record Office, placed all of you bags into a locker and you are now ready to go through the doors and enter the Inner Sanctum. The first place to … Continue reading →

One thing that always amazes me, is the number of family trees that I am sent where no attempt has been made to locate the death/burial of those on the “tree”, particularly the direct lines. In good research, the first … Continue reading →

Visiting a Record Office (Part 1) At some time when you are studying your family, house or local history in England you will need to visit a Record Office and despite the propaganda you cannot carry out a credible study … Continue reading →