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Finding pre-census info
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Phoenix | Report | 1 May 2005 12:12 |
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The Society of Genealogists has a marvellous library for just this purpose: all sorts of info for the UK and odds and ends for the rest of the world. Other libraries eg LDS will have microfilm, printed books etc. Most families, however, will not confine themselves to a single parish or appearing in a single type of records. It is worth getting a feeling for whether your ancestors were rooted in an area or just passing through, but once you reckon that you would usefully spend a whole day in a record office, then it's time to persuade the family that they really want a holiday in that neck of the woods. For one thing, there is nothing quite like seeing the places where your ancestors lived, even if the area has changed. Good luck! |
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Sam | Report | 1 May 2005 11:58 |
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Hi Kate There is an 1841 census you could find people on. Civil registration started 1837 so for 1837-1851 you should be able find people on the GRO index either online or for free at a records office. Before 1837, its the IGI as mentioned above, or parish records. Sam |
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LindaG | Report | 1 May 2005 11:42 |
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I'd start with IGI at www.familysearch.org. This data is not 100% accurate, but is a good starting point... look at the source of what you find. If it is extracted from parish records, it is more likely to prove accurate. I also use OPC (on line parish clerks) - there's a thread about this. Do a google for OPC and the county you are interested in. Also checkout google for local history societies, etc. Some have transcribed parish records out for everyone. Good Luck! Linda |
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Kate | Report | 1 May 2005 11:37 |
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I've managed to trace most of my lines back to the 1851 census, but am somewhat puzzled as to where I go next. If I want to trace births/marriages/deaths before 1851, is my only next option the local record offices? Or are there any reliable online sources for pre-census info like this? Like a lot of people, I don't live anywhere near the places my ancestors did, so actually getting to the local record offices would be something of a miracle! I know some saintly people offer lookups on the Records Office boards, but I have a lot of things to search for and they're often inundated with requests anyway. Any hints, tips, suggestions or ideas welcome - thanks! |
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