Family History

The aim of this section is to offer some useful advice on records that provide the evidence you need to explore your family history. The information refers to Cheshire, but the general principles will often apply to records kept throughout England and Wales.

• Where to begin
• Baptisms, Marriages and Burials
• Births, Marriages and Deaths
• Population and Household Surveys ; Census and Electoral Registers
• Wills and Probate Records
• Non-Anglican Registers
• Other Sources to consider
• Adoption and Childcare

Family History Quick Guide

• Quick Guide to Family History (PDF, 267KB)