Who Do You Think You Are? family history expert Laura Berry shares her tips on how to start a family tree

We explain how to easily find birth, marriage and death records in the UK for family history research

UK census records are a crucial family history resource, but when was the census taken and where can you find census records including free census websites?

In family history research, many of us will discover ancestors who lived in the workhouse - here's where you can uncover workhouse records

Although many have been destroyed, Irish census records and their substitutes are still essential tools for anyone researching their Irish roots

What are the origins of Irish surnames, and what do they mean? Discover how Irish surnames have changed over time and the origins of some common Irish surnames

Adeel Akhtar traced his Kenyan roots on Who Do You Think You Are?

DNA expert Debbie Kennett reviews the leading commercial DNA tests on the market

What are the most common Gypsy surnames and first names, and how can you tell if you have Gypsy ancestry? Find out with our guide

Do you have an illegitimate child in your family tree? Find out how you can use family history techniques to find their father

Did your ancestor serve in the Merchant Navy? Find out how to trace him with our guide to the best websites