Genealogy Websites for England and Wales

The Top British Genealogy Websites

Rule, Britannia (research)! Discover your English and Welsh ancestors’ records in these must-search British genealogy websites.

Get Started with DNA: From Testing to Results

If you’ve ever wondered what your DNA says about your family history, this course is for you! You’ll discover just how you can solve family mysteries with the help of a DNA test. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to make strategic decisions on what tests you and your relatives should take so you can identify and track down your ancestors’ records.

Understanding Scottish Clans

Many people get interested in their Scottish roots through family stories about their clan or tartan. But what are Scottish clans? Here's what you need to know.

RootsMagic Cheat Sheet

Digitize your research with RootsMagic! Genealogy software programs have long been among the most powerful tools in a genealogist’s arsenal, and RootsMagic (with its robust family tree and citation functions, plus its partnerships with Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org) is one of the most useful. This downloadable cheat sheet will show you how to get started with RootsMagic, giving you a crash course in using the popular software program.

Premium: Trace Your Scots-Irish Roots

Ulster Scots, or Scots-Irish? Whatever your family calls them, this guide will help you document your ancestors from Scotland to Ireland to the United States.

New! Find Your Ancestor’s Old World Town of Origin

In this episode, professional genealogist Rich Venezia offers some valuable research tips that will help you track down your ancestor’s Old World town of origin and find meaningful records. Plus: learn how to clean tombstones efficiently and respectfully and how you can use DeadFred.com to search for old photos of your ancestors and upload your own photos.