Family Tree  |  Family History Handbook 2026 – 10th Anniversary Edition
Celebrate a decade of discovery with the 10th anniversary edition of the Family History Handbook — the trusted, pocket-sized guide packed with everything you need to make 2026 your best year of family history yet.
This special 100-page edition is bursting with hundreds of must-visit websites, scores of family history societies, and clear, expert advice to help you grow your skills and confidence. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned genealogist, this handbook will steer you to the tools, organisations, and ideas that really make a difference.
Inside you’ll find:
Expert guidance from the Society of Genealogists on digging deeper into your research
A beginner-friendly look at AI and how it can power up your genealogy
Step-by-step advice on creating a brilliant family tree
Road-tests of family history software, helping you choose the right program for your needs
A clear comparison of major genealogy websites, ensuring you get the best value for your subscriptions
Comprehensive directories of societies across the UK
A huge collection of essential genealogy websites, curated to save you time and boost your results
A sneak peek at Graham Bandy’s new military records jargon-buster
Plus: tips on preserving memories with Vivid-Pix, guidance from advertisers and sponsors, and much more.
Brimming with inspiration, resources, and reliable direction, the Family History Handbook is your dependable companion for a fresh year of discoveries.
Here’s to an exciting and successful year of genealogy ahead!
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Family Tree has been dedicated to helping people discover their ancestry for nearly 40 years - where expert guides lead the way through unique and interesting journeys. With beginner guides on how to get started, expert tips and advice for those times you get stuck at a loose end and in-depth research for the more seasoned genealogists, Family Tree magazine is here to help all levels of researchers.
As well as expert help on conducting your research, each digital issue of Family Tree magazine is full of the latest news and developments from the industry, in-depth articles on the biggest issues, public archive and record listings, interviews with expert genealogists and exclusive subscriber-only competitions and giveaways.
No matter what level you’re at or what point in your journey you’re on, make the most of it today with a digital subscription to Family Tree magazine.
Get a digital subscription to Family Tree magazine today and you’ll enjoy:
- The latest news and developments in genealogy and family history
- Helpful guides on how to explore your family journey
- Expert information on DNA testing and how you can use it
- Information on public records, archives and the census
- Tips for conducting in-depth online research
- Interviews with the leading experts from the field
- The latest issue delivered to your device every week
- A discount off the RRP price
You'll receive 12 issues during a 1 year Family Tree magazine subscription.
Note: Digital editions do not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with printed copies.
Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Family Tree Family History Handbook 2026 – 10th Anniversary Edition.