Promoting and encouraging the study of family history research since its formation in 1974
Join HGS NowWelcome 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.
We’re excited to announce that HGS now offers a selection of second-hand books—perfect for expanding your research library and supporting our mission. Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just starting your ancestral journey, these titles cover a wide range of topics including local and general history, family history, research techniques, military records, Hampshire history, and […]
View ArticleThe Andover committee is pleased to announce that we have secured a new venue for our monthly HGS meetings – Picket Piece Hall in Andover. Meetings will continue to be held on the usual second Thursday of each month. We have enjoyed our monthly meetings in the Weyhill Fairground Hall for many years – it […]
View ArticleOver the next few months, we’ll be adding several new Hampshire data collections, that have been compiled by volunteers, and which are not available commercially elsewhere. These will include Apprentices, Non-conformists, Criminals, Criminally insane and Named in newspapers. To start with, we offer you a list of Bankrupts – some 376 people who were declared […]
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