Web Talks

A fascinating and entertaining portrait of Sussex seaside holidays using original Magic Lantern Slides.

The 1939 Register explained

INTRODUCING THE COMMONWEALTH WAR GRAVES COMMISSIOn

A light hearted look at how photography evolved over 175 years from vanity purchase to an everyday event. Also, what is happening to photographs from our own immediate past and how to ensure that photographs from now are available to our descendants.

50 years qualified professional photographer and qualified photography teacher and awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Photographic Society

Talk will take at look at what research we can do after we have checked the Parish Registers

How to make the best of your DNA results.

Kevin Newman’s talk explores changes through an investigation of the county’s culinary history and specialities, together with its famous food and drink producers, markets and food-themed events. 

Posted in the Past

Helen has written for magazines including Who Do You Think You Are? Picture Postcard Monthly, Dorset Life and The Card Scene. Helen has also contributed to Family Tree magazine's blog.  Based on the books Posted in the Past and Posted in the Past Second Delivery, this talk reveals the true stories behind postcards sent in the early years of the 20th century. Using genealogy, Helen has researched the families to reveal their stories. Illustrated by images of some of the postcards, this talk shares some of those stories.

The 1921 Census of England and Wales is here. Join Find my past for an unmissable exploration of the biggest new arrival in family history. After years spent digitising and transcribing this unique snapshot of our recent history, discover the stories and secrets contained within. Along with the historical context, tips for effective searching and using it to trace elusive relatives, we'll learn how the 1921 Census will help you understand your ancestors’ lives better. And your own.