Exciting news – New Books are on the way!!
Here’s a little taster of what’s coming….
While many family history discoveries can be made on your own, there are times when the expertise of a professional genealogist can save you time, money, and frustration.
The Geordie Genealogist
You may benefit from hiring a genealogist if:
- You’ve hit a “brick wall” and can’t trace an ancestor any further.
- Records are difficult to locate, interpret, or access.
- Your ancestors emigrated or immigrated between countries.
- You need assistance researching military, probate, land, or parish records.
- Family stories need verifying with documentary evidence.
- You require a professionally researched family tree for personal, legal, or heritage purposes.
- You don’t have the time to conduct detailed research yourself.
- DNA results have revealed unexpected connections that need investigating.
- Handwriting, old documents, or foreign-language records are difficult to understand.
- You want confidence that your family history has been researched accurately and thoroughly.
A professional genealogist brings experience, specialist knowledge, and access to resources that can uncover information often missed by inexperienced researchers, helping you discover the story behind your ancestors with greater accuracy and depth.
“Sometimes the missing piece of your family puzzle is just one expert search away.”
Introducing the Geordie Genealogist
Way Ey… I’m Ceri
A proud adopted Geordie with a life long passion for uncovering the stories of the past. Living in the North East for the last 6 years I have found a love for the rich history, traditions and characters that make the Geordie’s so special.
I became fascinated with family history when my grandfather decided to research his own based on a story he’d been told about his ancestors being the landowners of the financial district in Manhattan, New York.
After he passed away, I was given his research to continue his legacy and from there I fell in love with the whole idea of family history. Putting pieces of puzzles together to make a story.
Living in England, Scotland and Wales, I combine over 20 years of knowledge from these countries with professional research skills to trace family trees, uncover hidden stories and help others discover their roots whether your family never left the North East or are scattered across the globe, I can help you piece together the puzzle of your past.
What sets me apart, is not just my expertise in records, archives and resources but also my passion for storytelling. To me, a family tree isn’t just names and dates – it’s about the people, the lives they lived and the legacies they left behind.
If you’re curious about your heritage, and want to preserve your family history or hope to pass on a gift to the next generation, you’re in the right place.
I’m also here to help you –
- Navigate your research
- Guide you through stumbling block and brick walls
- Help start your own research
- Do research for you if you don’t have the time
- Give you hints and tips to help you along
Sorry, these book are no longer available – NEW updated versions will follow soon!
DIY Genealogy Toolkit
£15.00 (PDF download)
Want a simple, step-by-step way to start your family tree? This 46 page ebook will show you –
- How to begin with zero experience
- Where to find records
- How to avoid common mistakes
- Perfect for beginners
Researching WW1 & WW2 Military Ancestors
£20.00 (PDF download)
Uncover your WW1 and WW2 ancestors with this 53 page research guide. Packed with useful links, military ranks and awards, and tips on tracking prisoners of war – including Auschwitz. This guide makes discovering your family’s military history simple, thorough and rewarding.
Workhouses & Asylums
£12.00 (PDF download)
This 21 page guide explores the workhouses, poor law unions and asylums that may play a part in our families histories. You’ll learn how to locate, understand and interpret records from across the UK, and how to weave them into your family narrative with care and respect.
If you’re looking for more help and advice, join my Facebook group The Family History Collective. It’s a great place to ask questions, share discoveries, and connect with others who are passionate about family history.
