The Family History Shows 2019
York 22nd June – South West 6th July – London 24th August
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Expert Speakers Announced! The Family History Shows have released the details of the experts giving talks at the upcoming events. In this post we take a look at some of the speakers who will be offering free talks throughout the day at selected shows.
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Send to KindleSpeakers Announced For 2019 Family History Shows
Send to KindleSend to KindleA day at The Family History Show, London
The Family History Show, London has now released a video of interviews with some of the many happy exhibitors. Comments from the stall holders included just how busy they had been throughout the day and what a friendly environment the venue had been. Other exhibitors mentioned what an excellent fair it had been with a good turn out and many interesting stalls that had engaged and impressed those visiting the event.
You can see the video on their website (or on YouTube) along with another recorded with international genealogical blogger Dick Eastman who shares his views on the event: https://thefamilyhistoryshow.com/london/
Dick Eastman of Eastman’s Online Genealogy Newsletter
The large crowds of show visitors testified to the public’s willingness to support this event, now double the size from last years show. Perhaps made more popular by its low cost entry, free car parking and free mini-bus to and from the rail station. The various free talks held in the two good sized lecture theatres were well attended throughout the day as was the new free ‘Ask the Experts’ zone.
The Family History Show, London is destined to return next year for its third outing on 24th August 2019. If you want to join the exhibitors then to book a table or stand go to: https://thefamilyhistoryshow.com/london/booking-form/
Send to KindleReview of The Family History Show London 2018
I’m writing this after a fabulous day at The Family History Show, London that took place at Sandown Park in Esher yesterday. It was really well attended by people searching for family history answers or to listen to a talk or take advantage of the Ask the Experts. What was immediately apparent was how the event has grown significantly since its first appearance on the calendar last year. For 2018 the show moved into the larger Surrey Hall making space for more exhibitors ranging from Family History Societies to genealogical suppliers and boasting two lecture theatres this year.
While some people on social media have pedantically pointed out that Sandown Park, where this took place, is not strictly in London I did hear that the race course themselves consider that they are a London Venue and market themselves accordingly. Certainly it was extremely good value for the area with tickets on the day only £7 and with some great online for early birds meaning you could have picked up a ticket for £5 or TWO tickets for £7.50. Whatever your standpoint on the argument, I don’t think those who came in their droves were disappointed.
Some of the highlights:
- Dick Eastman, the highly respected international genealogical blogger gave the keynote speech.
- Tips & Tricks for Online Research talk was delivered by Professional Researcher & Social Historian, Keith Gregson and as always went down well
- Tracing Your Military Ancestors talk was another popular part of the show with Military Expert & Professional Researcher, Chris Baker
- Photo Dating with Jayne Shrimpton, Photo Expert and Fashion Historian I noticed to be well attended
- Mark Bayley from TheGenealogist packed out the theatre with his well received Breaking Down Brick Walls
- MyHeritage gave a talk on using DNA to Trace Your Ancestry
- And Graham Walter spoke on the 5 Killer Apps for Mobile Genealogy
Finding help from a family history society and being able to buy some of their publications, or talking to the MOD medals experts were more reasons that this show worked well, not to mention being able to pick up all sorts of other reading material from Discover Your Ancestors Magazine or Family Tree Magazine. If you bought one or two of these then you may even find one or two of my articles in them.
I was very interested to see several authors of genealogical books taking table stands this year including some that I follow and read avidly.
This event was well organised and I am so pleased to hear them announce that it will be back in 2019. I will come back without hesitation!
Send to KindleThe Family History Show – London Saturday 22nd September
I’m getting my bags packed for a visit to this great family history event in the south of London run by Discover Your Ancestors Magazine. Not long to go now as the countdown is well and truly on!
Here is what the organisers have to say:
The Family History Show – London Saturday 22nd September
Headline sponsor:
The UK’s Biggest Family History Show of 2018 is almost upon us. After last year’s hugely successful event we are back and twice the size! With even more free talks, societies and exhibitors. Come along to discover ways to delve deeper into your family tree and add more detail to your research. Dick Eastman will be giving the keynote speech on ‘The Future of Genealogy’ and there is a full programme of free talks to help you on your way back to the past. With free car parking and a free minibus from the train station, you won’t want to miss this!
Saturday 22nd September 2018 10am to 4.30pm
Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher
You will find plenty to explore on the day:
- Double the talks – Two Large Lecture Theatres with Free Talks all day
- New This Year – Free Ask the Experts Area
- Announcing The National Archives as a new exhibitor this year
- Local Archives and Ministry of Defence stands
- Gain knowledge from the societies and organisations attending
- Advanced tickets are just 2 for £7.50
Announcing our DNA Sponsor – MyHeritage DNA
We’re pleased that MyHeritage will be joining us as our DNA sponsor! They will be available throughout the day and will also be giving a talk in one of our free lecture theatres.
Free Talks throughout the day
There will be free talks throughout the day in our two large lecture theatres.
Keynote – The Future of Genealogy with Dick Eastman
Breaking down brick walls in your family history research with Mark Bayley, Online Expert
Mark describes how to resolve stumbling blocks in your family history research using innovative search strategies and unique record sets to find those missing relatives.
Tips & Tricks for Online Research with Keith Gregson, Professional Researcher & Social Historian
Keith shares top tips & techniques for finding elusive ancestors, illustrated by some fascinating case studies.
Tracing Your Military Ancestors with Chris Baker, Military Expert & Professional Researcher
Chris draws on his experience from researching thousands of soldiers to explore what can be found when looking for a military ancestor.
Photo Dating with Jayne Shrimpton, Photo Expert and Fashion Historian
Using DNA to Trace Your Ancestry with MyHeritage
5 Killer Apps for Mobile Genealogy with Graham Walter
Many of us have a smart phone with us when we are out doing our genealogy research. What are the apps that will best aid us in our pursuit?
Ask the Experts
New this year will be the Free ‘Ask the Experts’ section, with Jayne Shrimpton on hand to date photographs, Chris Baker to answer questions regarding Medals and Military Research and Social and Sporting Historian Keith Gregson to help break down your brick walls.
- Bring along copies of your photographs and have them dated by our expert
- Have those military queries answered
- Learn more about the social history of your family
Two Tickets for £7.50!
Buy One Get One Half Price on Tickets! Buy your tickets in advance for £5 a person or buy two for £7.50 (Price on the door will be £7 each). HURRY, this offer ends Midday 19th September!
https://thefamilyhistoryshow.com/london/tickets/
‘Discover Your Ancestors is both a critically acclaimed annual high quality print magazine and a monthly digital periodical. Launched in 2011 and well received by readers it is aimed at both those starting out in family history research as well as those more experienced family historians. Featuring case studies, social history articles and research advice, it is an informative and educational guide to help break down brick walls.
In 2017 it created the ‘Discover Your Ancestors’ Family History Show at York and London, these events have grown rapidly in size and a third show for the South West is planned for 2019.’
Send to KindleThe Family History Show – London Saturday 22nd September
Don’t miss The Family History Show London, the major event of the genealogical calendar.
With many new features to help with your research, free lectures, and free parking. This year it’s taking place at the larger Surrey Hall at Sandown Park Racecourse in Esher, with more exhibitors and an additional lecture area.
It will be a packed day with the Keynote speech being given by the International Genealogy Blogger Dick Eastman on ‘The Future of Genealogy’.
Other speakers include Jane Shrimpton (Dating Photographs), Graham Walter, Chris Baker (Military), Keith Gregson (Social History), Mark Bayley (Research Techniques). Sponsored by TheGenealogist and organised by Discover Your Ancestors Magazine the show in York this June was a packed event pleasing both attendees and stallholders alike.
These events are attracting family history societies and companies from all over the UK and further afield. Including The Federation of Family History Societies, MOD, Local Record Offices, Archives, Guild of One Name Studies, Family History Book Publishers, Research Organisations, Genealogy Retailers, Online Services and more.
Our ‘Ask the Experts’ panel and the ‘Census Detectives’ will be there to help with your research, date photographs and identify medals.
There is plenty of free parking and refreshments are available all day.
Last year our advanced ticket allocation sold out and the visitor numbers were exceptional, we advise early booking to avoid disappointment.
Exhibitor numbers have increased with the keenly priced tables. If you wish to attend, space and the reasonably priced tables are rapidly running out. If you would like to book exhibitor’s space at the Family History Show London you can get the booking form here.
https://thefamilyhistoryshow.com/london/exhibit/#promo
Tickets – Buy One Get One Half Price!
Early Bird offer: Buy your tickets in advance for £5 a person or buy two for £7.50 door price will be £7 each, and don’t forget everyone gets a Goody Bag worth £8 on entrance!
To take advantage of this offer:
Go to www.TheFamilyHistoryShow.com/london
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