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Hampshire Genealogical Society

Welcome to the Hampshire Genealogical Society

Promoting and encouraging the study of family history research since its formation in 1974

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HGS: Here to help you explore and research your Family History

Welcome to Hampshire Genealogical Society! We are a registered charity and have been promoting and encouraging the study of family history research since our formation in 1974. Our aim is to help you trace your family’s Hampshire roots.

The Society is run entirely by volunteers and is affiliated to the Family History Federation (FHF). This means we exchange information, ideas and best practice with other Societies and their members.

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Don’t Lose Touch!

We are frequently helping our members with various questions or problems and so often members reply thanking us and showing their appreciation of what our volunteers do for the Society. It really is very much appreciated by the volunteers to know that their work is valued, thank you. Please remember to let our Membership Secretary […]

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HGS Conference Day Saturday 19th September 2026 – Book your ticket now!

Conference Day Saturday 19th September 2026 Wickham Community Centre Mill Lane, Wickham PO17 5AL Everyone is welcome to join us for the day — HGS members, non-members, and anyone interested in family history, so please feel free to tell your friends! A Variety of Topics with Expert Speakers! Compered by our President, Dr Nick Barratt, […]

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New members’ resources – Nowes account book 1756-1831

Nowes account book 1756-1831 Might you find the school records of one of your ancestors in Romsey?  This work is the result of a joint venture between the Romsey History Society (LTVAS) and HGS. John Nowes was a wealthy barrister who left money in his will (proved in 1719) for three schools to be set […]

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