News and Notices
New members’ resources – Nowes account book 1756-1831
April 3, 2026
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 […] – read more…
The HGS Bookstall at The Malvern Family History Show
April 1, 2026
As I live about 30 minutes from the Three Counties Showground, I decided that I would, as in the past, trot over to spend the day with Jane and Fiona on the bookstall. I think that, as they’re in the area—and it is, after all, to promote the HGS, the work our volunteers do, and […] – read more…
Booking now open! HGS Conference Day Saturday 19th September 2026
March 31, 2026
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! Unsanitary: Privies, Open Sewers and Cholera […] – read more…
Bookable service trial
February 4, 2026
New trial service Please note that on Wednesdays from March 1st 2026 we will be trialling a bookable service. The Help Desk will continue to operate on a drop-in basis on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you wish to visit the HGS Helpdesk on a Wednesday, please either ring our Office on 07769 405195 or use […] – read more…
New HGS datasets – members only
December 9, 2025
Latest additions! We are pleased to announce the addition of two new datasets to be found in the HGS members’ area. They are: Hampshire Non-Conformist Baptisms (17,213 records) Overseas Death Tributes (8,705 records) They have been compiled by our volunteers and are free for all HGS members to view. – read more…
Researching in Hampshire: A free event run by the Society of Genealogists on Monday 8 December
December 7, 2025
HGS are excited to be part of a free event being run by the Society of Genealogists (SOG) on Monday 8 December 2025 14:00 to 16:00 via Zoom Fiona Ranger, our Bookstall and Liaison Officer, will be talking on how HGS can help you trace your Hampshire ancestors. Other speakers include Else Churchill – SOG […] – read more…
Discover Hidden Gems: Second-Hand Books Now Available at HGS
September 24, 2025
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 […] – read more…
New venue for Andover group
August 20, 2025
The 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 […] – read more…
New data collections in Members’ Area
July 8, 2025
Over 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 […] – read more…
A new HGS Chairman is required!
April 6, 2025
In the March Journal, our chairman, Tony Sinclair announced his intention to not seek re-election as chair or trustee due to personal reasons. We are therefore seeking a new chairman. The holder of the position of Chairman is one of the four Principal Officers of the Hampshire Genealogical Society (HGS), along with the Vice-Chairman, Secretary, […] – read more…