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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 4h

Use our Directory to find specialist researchers who can help you with genealogy, property history, and other historical projects. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Several AGRA Members and Associates will be speaking at the Devon Family History Society 50th Anniversary Conference. www.devonfhs.org.uk/devon-fhs-co...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Final Call! Proposals to speak at our 2027 Conference 'Land and Life - Researching our Rural Ancestors' close on 30 September: www.agra.org.uk/news-call-fo...

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Boydell & Brewer @boydellandbrewer.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

⏳️ Don't miss out, the last paperback sale of the year ends today! Shop 40% off paperbacks 👉 buff.ly/S1GL9Fo #BookSky #Paperback #SkyStorians

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Members and Associates are reminded to submit articles and news snippets for future issues of the Newsletter, with the next issue out in October. Get in touch with our Editor, Joe. www.agra.org.uk/about-officers

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Congratulations to Rachel Stakes on becoming a Member of AGRA. Rachel is based in London, specialising in London family history and house history. She holds both the Higher Certificate and Diploma in Genealogy from the Institute of Heraldic & Genealogical Studies. www.agra.org.uk/rachel-stake...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Looking for a professional genealogist or archival researcher in England and Wales? Use our Directory to find an AGRA Member or Associate who can help you. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

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Pharos Tutors @pharostutors.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Hear about exclusive subscriber freebies and discounts for our upcoming Birthday Week, sign up to our newsletter! www.pharostutors.com/subscribe-ne... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #DistanceLearning #OnlineCourses #GenealogyCourses

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Welcome to Liz Doyle who has joined AGRA as an Associate. Liz is based in Oxfordshire and carries out genealogical and house history research. She has previously worked in records management for the Royal Household and as a researcher for a heritage consultancy. www.agra.org.uk/liz-doyle-ge...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Come and speak at our 2027 Conference 'Land and Life - Researching our Rural Ancestors'. For more information see here: www.agra.org.uk/news-call-fo...

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Society for One-Place Studies @oneplacestudies.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Welcome to #OnePlaceWednesday! Use the hashtag to share news, views, blog posts, pics, ideas or questions about #OnePlaceStudies, the brilliant blend of #FamilyHistory and #LocalHistory that we celebrate every Wednesday! About Us | What is a one-place study? | Registered Studies | Join Us

#OnePlaceWednesday.
Image: Photo of the view looking down over gently sloping, grassy fields sotted with mature Oak trees, to a sprawling country house (Fawsley Hall) in the middle distance, and more fields (pastoral and arable) and trees on undulating ground rising to the horizon beyond.
One-Place Studies, where family history and local history unite.

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Karen Cummings @drkarencummings.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Have you spotted my article in this month's Family Tree Magazine on Recording Your Research Effectively? On 2nd Sep I will be presenting a talk on the same topic to @familytreeplus.bsky.social members. Sign up for a free trial: www.family-tree.co.uk/content-libr... #Genealogy #ResearchMethods

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Gill Thomas, AGRA Fellow, is giving a talk on Researching your Merchant Navy Ancestors for the Society of Genealogists on 5 September. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/2...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Are you looking to join a professional association for genealogists and researchers in archives? Find out more about AGRA: www.agra.org.uk/join

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Looking for a professional genealogist or archival researcher in England and Wales? Use our Directory to find an AGRA Member or Associate who can help you. lnkd.in/erhahxUz

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Mandy Geary 🏡🧬🐈 @mandytherootsgenie.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Watching the eclipse and wondering how many ancestors witnessed them and what they thought. Walter Whenday, my deaf bootmaker ancestor witnessed the 1912 “Titanic” eclipse recording in his diary that it was “a wonderful sight”. #DeafHistory #Hadlow #Genealogy #Eclipse #FamilyHistory

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

If you are thinking of becoming a professional genealogist or archival researcher working in England and Wales then becoming an AGRA Member or Associate can help you. www.agra.org.uk/join

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The Call for Papers is open for our 2027 Conference 'Land and Life - Researching our Rural Ancestors'. For more information see here: www.agra.org.uk/news-call-fo...

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Pharos Tutors @pharostutors.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Join us for our upcoming birthday celebrations! We are marking 21 years of providing courses with a webinar week, free short talks and a free prize draw. Find out more here: www.pharostutors.com/webinars

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Students of IHGS, Pharos and Strathclyde, as well as AGRA Members and Associates are warmly invited to our Autumn Study Day at the Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth on 5 September. buff.ly/f65u91v

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Students of IHGS, Pharos and Strathclyde, as well as AGRA Members and Associates are warmly invited to our Autumn Study Day at the Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth on 5 September. buff.ly/f65u91v

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

If you are looking for professional research assistance then use our Directory to find an AGRA Member or Associate who can help. agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

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Kelly Cornwell @whoamiftr.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Really looking forward to this ❤️⚓️

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Booking is now open for our Autumn Study Day at the Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth on 5 September. Details have been emailed to the membership.

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

AGRA are attending the Cambridgeshire Archives Open Day on Monday 20 July. Do come along and say hello if you are in the area. www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/li...

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Pharos Tutors @pharostutors.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Included in today’s webinars is a FREE session from Karen Cummings. Karen will be talking all about what Pharos Tutors is, how we started, what we offer and what’s coming soon. Register here: www.pharostutors.com/webinars #OnlineTalks #OnlineCourses #GenealogyCourses #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

AGRA's Autumn Study Day will be at the Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth on 5 September. Details have been emailed to Members and Associates.

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Congratulations to Lorraine Johnson who is now a Member of AGRA. Lorraine is based in the East Midlands and covers a range of local archives as well as carrying out research further afield. www.agra.org.uk/lorraine-joh...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Pam comisiynu un o ymchwilwyr AGRA? (Why should you hire an AGRA genealogist?- Read our Welsh language pamphlet) www.agra.org.uk/_resources/w...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Why should you hire an AGRA genealogist? www.agra.org.uk/_resources/w...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

AGRA's Mia Bennet will be presenting for the Society of Genealogists' Professional Corner on 'Beyond Research: Getting Yourself Known' on 3 July. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/2...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

The Society of Genealogists and Family History Federation are jointly arranging an online conference for the NextGen of family historians, to be held Saturday 14 November 2026 and are asking for presentations from young genealogists. sog.org.uk/nextgen2026/

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Members and Associates are reminded to submit articles and news snippets for future issues of the Newsletter and for social media posts. Get in touch with our Editor and Social Media Officer Joe. buff.ly/3Ql6DMU

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

There are four major providers of courses for those who wish to learn more about English and Welsh genealogical sources. Three of these offer advanced courses leading to qualifications that are recognised by AGRA as fulfilling some of our admission requirements. www.agra.org.uk/join-education

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Welcome to Kylie Brown who has been accepted as an Associate. Kylie is from Australia but is based in Kent and specialises in UK and Australian family history research, tracing the stories of those who made the significant journey from Britain to Australia. www.agra.org.uk/kylie-brown-...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The 49th Latin and Palaeography Summer School, 27-31 July 2026 is open for bookings. palaeography.uk/study/short-...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

We are looking for speakers for our September 2027 Conference 'Land and Life - Researching our Rural Ancestors'. For more information see: www.agra.org.uk/news-call-fo...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Our next Lunchtime Lecture will be on 15 June at 12pm when Debbie Bradley will be giving a talk, 'The impact of the Settlement Act of 1662 and what it meant for our ancestors'. The membership has been sent details.

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Dave Annal Lifelines Research @davelifelines.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Reasons you might want to visit The National Archives, Kew: - to look at the records - to get advice from the knowledgeable staff - to view an exhibition - to take part in half term activities - to say ‘hi’ to the swans The main reason I’m here today…? - the aircon!!! 😂

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

The Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives (AGRA) is the professional organisation promoting high professional standards in the field of genealogy and historical research in England and Wales. www.agra.org.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

AGRA is delighted to announce that the IHGS Higher Certificate in Genealogy has now been recognised by AGRA for the same membership pathway exemption as the IHGS Diploma in Genealogy and the Pharos Family History Skills and Strategies Advanced Certificate. 1/2

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Dave Annal Lifelines Research @davelifelines.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

In less then 48 hours I'll be in Ely getting ready to do my talk at the @agragenealogy.bsky.social Spring Study Day. I've spent the last few days putting together the talk, which is an expanded version of one that I've previously done for Rootstech and All About That Place. #WhereDoYouThinkYouAre

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Lisa Constanti - Chronicology @chronicology.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Today I gave a talk at the Spring Study Day for @agragenealogy.bsky.social with the theme of Community and Landscapes. Great to see @davelifelines.bsky.social and Gill Blanchard's talks too. Great Display & talk by Cambridgeshire Archives too #Genealogy

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

If you are thinking of becoming a professional genealogist or archival researcher working in England and Wales then becoming an AGRA Member or Associate can help you. www.agra.org.uk/join

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Lisa Constanti - Chronicology @chronicology.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

We're at @suffolkarchives.bsky.social today running a stall for @agragenealogy.bsky.social to help point people to our Professional Genealogists for the #familyhistoryshow #genealogy

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

John Wintrip, AGRA Member, has written a new book 'A History of Parish Registers in England and Wales: From the Restoration to Civil Registration', which is reviewed here: www.emmajolly.co.uk/blog/2026/05...

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