Wandsworth Family History Centre, London

Centre Operating Changes Due to Covid-19
'''The Family History Centre is currently operating with reduced opening hours. Please use our online booking form below to book either a 1 on 1 consultation, or to reserve a computer for independent research. Please note: Masks are to be worn at ALL times whilst in the centre. The facilities are sanitised at the end of each session.'''

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:

Saturdays 11-2

Scheduled Closures:

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

Upcoming Events

 * Class Schedule

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

Basic computer skills for genealogy websites.

Using FamilySearch, 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. Please contact us in advance if you would like these facilities available for your children.

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.

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

Hardware and Equipment
We have 8 computers and 1 printer with scanning facilities. To allow for social distancing, we are currently only using 4 computers.

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.