Andrea Hetherington is a professional historian, writer and researcher with a passion for the past who writes captivating books and regularly delivers engaging talks across the UK and internationally on a range of historical topics. When thinking about First World War deserters, most people bring to mind those who were shot at dawn and pardoned […]

Join us at the Wiltshire Family History Society Family History Day on Saturday 27th June 2026 from 10:00 to 15:00 at the Bromham Community Hub, New Road, Bromham, SN15 2JB. FREE ENTRY • FREE ADVICE • ALL WELCOME A full day dedicated to exploring YOUR family history, discovering new resources, and meeting experts from across […]

Kevin Patience grew up in Kenya and served in the Royal Air Force, where he also learned to dive. A Malta posting introduced him to many historical aircraft and shipwrecks. As part of his interest in military history he was involved in the restoration of British forces graves in Bahrain. In the 1990s Kevin published […]

Following the FTM Tour and presentation in April - we are pleased to re-introduce the Family Tree Maker User group discussions, as part of our computer group sessions. If you are a FTM user - join our online discussion to share your knowledge or pick up hints and tips about using the software. Mark Olsen […]

Volunteers from Dorset FHS will be helping out on the stall hosted by the Family History Federation, at the Dorset County Show. If you are attending look out for us. Come to say hello - see how we can help with your family history research

Volunteers from Dorset FHS will be helping out on the stall hosted by the Family History Federation, at the Dorset County Show. If you are attending look out for us. Come to say hello - see how we can help with your family history research

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 […]