An illustrated talk by Joe Studman The Georgian City: Not the developing West End but how in the 18th century the City of London became the heart of the Empire.

LWMFHS is attending. Our volunteers will be on hand at our stall to give research help. We will also be selling our publications, including our ever popular Parish Guides, plus […]

A story of the Great War by Doug Kirby. Join other like-minded family historians in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All are welcome to come along and contribute: members free, […]

A lecture by John Hanson. This lecture will explore the reasons behind why we start one name or one place studies, their benefits and also their pitfalls. It will also […]

'Christmas' because our Barnet Branch doesn't meet in December. Festive nibbles will be provided! Join other like-minded family historians in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All are welcome to come along […]

A talk by Jill Finch. Despite being known as a financial district, with a reputation for only thinking about money, the City of London does put on a bit of […]

Researching your Ancestors before Civil Registration by Linda Hammond. So, you’ve been happily working your way back through census records and tracing your ancestors through civil registration, ordering some certificates […]

This meeting will be followed by a talk from LWMFHS member Graham Ford at 8pm.

Researching a Criminal Ancestor by Graham Ford. LWMFHS member Graham Ford discusses researching the records of our criminal ancestors illustrated by the life of one of his own using court, […]

A talk by Kathy Chater. Join other like-minded family historians in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All are welcome to come along and contribute: members free, non-members £2. LWMFHS membership […]

A talk by Stephen Gill. When you look at an old photo of yours how long do you actually look at it for? A few seconds or a couple of […]

An investigation led by Tony Allen of the Register taken on 29 September 1939 at the outbreak of the Second World War in order to produce Identity Cards. Providing the […]