The far north of England is a key site for family historians. Many
researchers, seeking to trace their ancestry back through the
generations, will find their trail leads to the north or through it. And
yet, despite the burgeoning interest in genealogy and the importance of
the region in so many life stories, no previous book has provided a
guide to the documents and records that family historians can use in
their search.
In this accessible and informative introduction to the subject, Keith
Gregson looks at the history and heritage of the region - of
Northumberland, Tyneside, Durham, Wearside, Tees Valley and Cumbria -
and gives a fascinating insight into the world in which our ancestors
lived. He introduces the reader to the variety of records that are
available for genealogical research, from legal and ecclesiastical
archives, birth and death certificates to the records of local
government, employers, institutions, clubs, societies and schools.