Have a think about the other hobbies you enjoy, and I think you’re sure to agree with me that family history stands head and shoulders above the rest in terms of the absolute treasure trove of resources available to revel in online. From the giant genealogy websites to tiny specialist ones, there are literally billions of records to investigate to trace your family tree. To help you make the most of these riches and become a super-sleuth researcher this issue we have gathered together some practical search tips and – using this advice – we hope you’ll find those longed-for clues about your ancestors’ lives.
But it doesn’t stop there. Family history isn’t a passive hobby where you read someone else’s story. Tracing your family’s past is a quest, one in which we as family historians research the lives of our forebears and do our utmost to ensure they’re remembered into the future – and an excellent way to celebrate your discoveries is to create your own family history website. Turn to page 14 for our step-by- step guide to building a website and you’ll soon have your own online home for your family’s story. Cherish those memories!