We’re pleased that Steve Roberts is returning to give us a talk on the many Blue Plaques of Bournemouth. A Blue Plaque is a permanent sign installed in a public place to commemorate a link between that location and a famous person, event or former building on that site , serving as a historical marker. […]

Marc loves living in the New Forest and most weeks can be found talking and giving guided walks to various groups and schools about this fascinating area.Involved with two local history societies, in 2021, Marc formed the New Forest & Hampshire Wartime Association, a group of volunteers dedicated to raising awareness of Second World War history […]

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 […]

Karen de Bruyne is a professional genealogist with a Post Graduate Diploma in Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies. She is a Research agent at the British Library’s Asia and Africa Reading room for family history and has over 25 years research experience from all around the world, specialising in London families and those who passed […]

Members are invited to our AGM to have a say in the future of DFHS.  Vote on proposals for future membership structure and fees and vote in your committee for 2026-2027.  If members cannot attend they are encouraged to vote by proxy – as this will count towards the quorum we required for a valid […]

Save the date!! DFHS are pleased to advise that we are planning to bring you the Southern Really Useful Family History Show in 2027, working in partnership with the Family History Federation, Hampshire Genealogical Society, Somerset & Dorset FHS. A full day of family history talks, exhibitors and expert advice Exhibitors: Dorset Family History SocietyFamily […]