Wandsworth Family History Centre, London

Centre Operating Changes Due to Covid-19
'''The Family History Centre is currently operating with reduced opening hours and is offering 1-1 sessions via zoom only. Please use our online booking form below to book a session with us.'''

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/WandsworthStakeFamilyHistoryCenter@wandsworthfhc.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

Centre Contacts and Hours
Location Map and Public Transport:


 * Location Map
 * Train: to Wandsworth Common station, then 10 min walk.
 * Tube: to Clapham South station, then G1 bus or 20 min walk.
 * Busses: G1, 319.

Address:


 * 149 Nightingale Lane Balham London England SW12 8NG United Kingdom. Free parking is available. The car park entrance is located on Leacroft Avenue.

Phone:


 * +44 0 208-675 4311 currently unavailable.

E-mail:


 * uk_londonwandsworth@familyhistorymail.org

Open Hours


 * Wednesdays and Saturdays 11-2

Scheduled Closures:

Our Christmas closure is from December 11th 2021 to January 8th 2022.

Upcoming Events

 * Class Schedule

We offer classes on a 1-2-1 and group basis on Saturdays in the following areas;

Basic computer skills.

Using FamilySearch and FamilyTree, including the app.

Using Ancestry.co.uk.

Using My Heritage.

Using Find My Past.

We can also offer tips and suggestions on subjects like gathering information, using social media in family history research and collaborating with others researching your line. As well as a host of other topics.

We also provide arts and crafts for children, however, parents are responsible for the supervision of their children at all times.

If you require help with a specific topic, please email at least 7 days prior to attending, and we will do our very best to accommodate.

Staff Training Meetings
2nd Saturdays: 1-1.45 pm

4th Saturdays: 1-1.45 pm

Collections
Please note, we do not hold any physical records on site. All record collections, and website access is available to be searched for free using our online resources.

Databases and Software

 * FHC Portal
 * Publication of the restricted access images England, Kent, Wills and Probate - FamilySearch Historical Records means that it is advisable to telephone the centre to reserve a computer if you wish to view this collection using the portal.

Links
Online Genealogy Records by Location
 * Using the FamilySearch Research Wiki: A comprehensive video presentation explaining the Wiki, navigating it, and some especially useful pages. Case studies demonstrate using the Wiki for genealogical research. Editing and adding articles to the Wiki are covered.

Volunteer at the Centre
If you are interested in volunteering in the centre, please contact us via the email address above stating volunteer request in the subject line.