Discover the Stories Hidden in Your Family’s Past

Friendly, professional genealogy help for people who want more than names and dates. I specialise in solving brickwalls, tracing ancestors, and bringing their homes, workplaces and resting places back to life.

  • Clear, easy-to-read family tree reports

  • Help when you’re stuck or unsure where to look next

  • Location photography of ancestral homes, streets and graves

  • Support from a patient, experienced researcher, not a call centre

Prefer to start small? Download a free Family Tree Starter Checklist.

Who Origin Family History Research Is For

Our service is ideal if you’re curious about your ancestors but don’t have the time, tools or experience to dig properly.

Beginners starting from scratch

You have always wanted to build a family tree but don’t know where to begin. I can create a clear starting point so you’re not overwhelmed by records and websites.

Researchers stuck on a brickwall

You have done some digging already, but something doesn’t add up, missing parents, vanishing relatives, mismatched records. I specialise in unpicking these problems and finding new angles to investigate.

Families wanting a more personal connection

Love to see where your ancestors actually lived, worked or are buried. My location photography service gives you modern-day images of the places that shaped your family’s story.

You’ve always wanted to build a family tree but don’t know where to begin. I can create a clear starting point so you’re not overwhelmed by records and websites.

You’ve done some digging already, but something doesn’t add up, missing parents, vanishing relatives, mismatched records. I specialise in unpicking these problems and finding new angles to investigate.

You’d love to see where your ancestors actually lived, worked or are buried. My location photography service gives you modern-day images of the places that shaped your family’s story.

Send a quick message with what you’re stuck on and I’ll tell you what’s possible.

How I Can Help With Your Family History

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Family Tree Starter Packs

A clear and neatly structured first-stage family tree for beginners. I organise names, dates and sources so you have a solid, accurate foundation to build on with confidence.

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Full Family Tree Builds

A complete, evidence-based family tree traced across multiple generations. Includes records, sources and explanations so your family history is accurate, readable and well documented.

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Brickwall Case Investigation

Targeted research for difficult ancestors, missing parents or confusing records. I use alternate sources and careful comparison to uncover new leads and resolve long-standing problems.

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DNA Match & Line Analysis

Support with DNA connections and shared-match groups. I help you understand relationships, confirm ancestral lines or uncover new ones using clear, structured DNA-based evidence.

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Ancestor Location Photos

Modern photographs of ancestral homes, villages, churches and graves. Ideal if you want to see where your ancestors lived and worked, or if you cannot visit their locations in person.

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Document & Handwriting Help

Clear transcription and interpretation of older documents, including parish records, wills and certificates. Perfect for understanding handwriting styles from past centuries.

How the Research Process Works

A simple, friendly three-step process designed to give you clear, reliable answers about your family’s past.

Step 1 📝

Tell Me What You’d Like Help With

Share anything you already know - names, rough dates, places, DNA matches or a specific problem you’re stuck on. You don’t need everything organised; even small details can help begin the search.

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I Research and Verify the Evidence

I search across parish records, civil registrations, census returns, maps, newspapers and DNA groups to build accurate insights. Every finding is checked, compared and explained in clear, simple language.

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You Receive Clear Results and Next Steps

You’ll get a neatly presented summary of what I found, supported by sources, family tree charts and optional location photos. I can also outline likely next steps if you’d like me to take the research further.

No jargon, no guesswork, just careful research and clear explanations at every step.

Pricing & Research Packages

Clear, fair pricing, explained before any research begins

📁Digital Family Tree

Delivered on a USB stick

Flexible, detailed, and easy to build on

Covers:

  • One, two, or four family lines

  • Or a complete family tree including all individuals discovered

Includes:

  • A professionally researched family tree

  • GEDCOM family tree file (compatible with most genealogy software)

  • Individual digital folders for each person

Folder structure:

Each folder clearly labelled with:

  • Full name

  • Date of birth (DOB)

  • Date of death (DOD — left blank if still living)

Records may include:

  • Birth, marriage, and death records

  • Census records and electoral registers

  • Newspaper articles, notices, and other relevant historical documents

Price guide: From £95

All files are clearly organised for easy understanding, storage, and sharing.

📘Traditional Printed Family Tree

Delivered in a binder

A physical family record to keep and share

Covers:

  • One, two, or four family lines

  • Or a complete family tree including all individuals discovered

Includes:

  • Professionally researched family history

  • Printed copies of records found

  • Organised into a clearly labelled binder

  • Written summaries explaining findings

Optional extras:

  • Printed family tree chart (available at additional cost)

Ideal if you prefer a physical archive rather than digital files.

Records may include:

  • Birth, marriage, and death records

  • Census records and electoral registers

  • Newspaper articles, notices, and other relevant historical documents

Price guide: From £135

This creates a documented family record not just a chart.

Important Notes on Research Costs

Most research is carried out using online records and archives.

However:

  • Official birth, marriage, or death certificates may be required to positively confirm an individual

  • These are purchased at cost and are not included in package prices

  • Scottish records are pay-per-view

  • Any fees are paid by the customer and agreed in advance

Helping families discover their stories with careful research, patience, and a genuine passion for history.

I’ve been researching family history for many years, helping people understand where they come from and uncovering the stories hidden in old records, photographs and local places.

My approach is simple: careful research, clear explanations and a commitment to accuracy. I use a mix of parish registers, census returns, civil registrations, maps, newspapers and DNA matches to build reliable family trees and solve tricky cases.

I enjoy helping people break through brick walls, make sense of confusing information and feel more connected to their ancestors, whether through documents, locations or DNA links.

If you’d like support, I’m always happy to help.

Want help with your family tree? Send me a message and I’ll tell you what’s possible.

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In the meantime, you’re welcome to get in touch and I’ll happily talk through what’s possible for your family tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about how Origin family history research works and what you can expect.

What information do I need to give you to start?

Just share whatever you already know, names, rough dates, locations or any documents you have. Even small details can be enough to begin the research. You don’t need anything organised or complete.

How long does the research take?

It depends on the type of project. Quick lookups or simple lines can be done relatively quickly, while full tree builds or brickwall cases take longer. I’ll always give you a clear idea of the expected timescale before we begin.

Can you help if I’m completely new to family history?

Absolutely. I often help beginners who feel unsure where to start. I can create a solid foundation for your tree and explain things clearly along the way.

Can you work from DNA results?

Yes. I can analyse your shared matches, identify likely relationships and help connect DNA groups to specific branches of your family tree.

How will I receive the results?

You’ll receive a clear summary of the findings, along with charts, notes and supporting records. Everything is explained in plain English so it’s easy to understand.

What if you can’t find anything?

This is rare, but if evidence is limited or uncertain, I’ll explain the situation clearly and suggest the most realistic next steps. You’ll never be left in the dark or given guesswork.

Do you offer location photography of ancestral places?

Yes - I can photograph streets, churches, graves and historical places connected to your family, depending on distance and availability.

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