About

I provide historic research for private clients, professional researchers, academics, companies and organisations. I accept international commissions. My services include family, local and house history research as well as brickwall problem-solving, transcription, writing up research, and archival photography. I also provide historical consultancy services. Using my social history skills and knowledge to add detail to my research. I am happy to assist research in the periods c.1500-1945. 

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I visit archives across Britain including county record offices, university special collections and national institutions. I am on The National Archives' list of Independent Researchers. I also carry out online research. ​

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Additionally to my research work I teach at the University of York (home of the Borthwick Institute for Archives) where I am a history doctoral researcher. I am also a tutor for Pharos Tutors, give talks to history organisations and serve as a Trustee of the British Association for Local History. 

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If you are looking for a small amount of research then you may be interested in a Microhistory.

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Please get in touch if you think I might be able to help you. I am currently taking on new research work.