Current Issue

A warm welcome to the January issue of Discover Your Ancestors Periodical, your monthly digital mix of family and social history – and happy new year

The role of the wheelwright's craft in local communities is somewhat forgotten now, but their skills were essential, as Robbie Gorr discovered during his family history research – they also had to adapt if they wanted to survive in the face of new modes of transport. While hot-air balloons certainly weren't part of that threat, their history is fascinating too, as Sue Lisk reveals. And there's plenty more to enjoy in this issue.

You can still get a copy of the 11th printed edition of Discover Your Ancestors at our website – packed with dozens of new articles – and do start planning your year around our wonderful Family History Shows – we have four this year!

I hope you enjoy this issue, and have a happy start to 2025.

Andrew Chapman, Editor.