Luke Mouland is a freelance genealogist, researcher and speaker based in North Dorset. During the last 15 years, he has undertaken research projects for a range of clients, including probate solicitors, authors, and the BBC’s hit TV series, ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ 

This talk is about life on the Parish. Most of us have ancestors who were unfortunate enough to experience hard times and had no other choice but to turn to the Parish for assistance whether inside the workhouse or for temporary outside relief. Many were born inside the workhouse and many died there.