Everyone is different ...

Every Stack begins with a single bale

With over 30 years of experience in the field of genealogy, Borders Ancestry knows that every case is different.  For this reason all research undertaken by us is bespoke and tailored to the requirement of each individual client.

We offer a comprehensive service which covers all aspects of historical research: 

​​Family History

​From simple record ‘lookups’, to extended family trees with full colour family history narratives.

​Local History

​Communities, events, land, property, social, political and economic change

​​Palaeography

​The transcription and interpretation of old handwriting including Latin helping you get to grips with contents of Wills and other old documents

​​Mentoring and Tutoring

​​Delivered on a one- to-one or in small groups online via Zoom or Teams

​​Talks

​​Borders Ancestry is available for talks, presentations or to host workshops on a wide range of topics aimed at beginners to more advanced levels of experience.  Please contact us to discuss your requirements

​DNA

​​The introduction of DNA has opened up the world of family history to a far greater audience than ever before.  Borders Ancestry works closely with genetic genealogy expert Michelle Leonard enabling us to cover everything from simple queries, advice regarding testing options, getting to grips with your results, help with cousin matching to complex and sensitive adoption cases

​Writing

​From articles for publication on a wide range of historical topics to turning your own research into a book to be enjoyed by your family the generations to come

​Ancestral Travel

​Planning and preparation to maximise the purpose and enjoyment of your trip covering England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.  Borders Ancestry and a growing network of experts are on hand to help you achieve your research goals and make your ancestral visit an amazing experience. ​ 

​Please contact us with your personal requirements.  We will then discuss your expectations, the research process, and a proposed plan together with a quotation will then be prepared for you.  No research will be undertaken until both parties are in agreement regarding project objectives, likely outcome, timescale and fees.  Our full terms of service are available on request.

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