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Wilf

Wilf Report 8 Jun 2003 00:07

I went to my local library and paid 10P for a copy of my greatgreatgrandfather's marriage certificate,far cheaper than the registry office. regards, Will

Jane

Jane Report 8 Jun 2003 06:26

Hi William I've done that as well, it's a photocopy of the entry from the parish records, although in my case the Library charges 50p! Jane

Beryl

Beryl Report 8 Jun 2003 08:59

Wilf, Me too! My local library charges 30p. Regards, Beryl, Co.Durham.

Jane

Jane Report 8 Jun 2003 14:10

Jackie The records in the local libraries are actually the parish records of the events, recorded by the priest/vicar. Most libraries will have copies of the records of their area, the originals usually being held in a central library. Hope this helps. Jane

Natalie

Natalie Report 8 Jun 2003 15:25

Thanks for the tip re. certificates from local libraries. I shall now try and go to local libraries in my area rather than pay £8.50 for a certifcate! Natalie, Surrey

Lynne

Lynne Report 8 Jun 2003 18:38

Do you have to go to the library and conduct a search then ask for a copy or can you find the details online and phone for a copy? Any advice would be appreciated. Lynne Sale

Beryl

Beryl Report 8 Jun 2003 19:20

Lynne, My local Darlington library has a section packed with info I have found useful. They have the parish registers on microfilm for all Darlington churches as well as many from the surrounding villages etc. I have used them to find marriages and just paid for a photocopy of the microfilm copy. I also use the burial and baptism registers for info too. I research on a budget and find registers the cheapest way of adding to my family branches. If your local library does not have the info you want then try the county library. I sometimes have to go to Durham Record Office. If you phone the library they may search for you and you could just pick up a photocopy but some charge for a search I believe. I always do my own but I know that is difficult for people who are working. You might find your local Family History Society has indexed information which is deposited locally. My library has all the 1851 census indexed by the Cleveland F.H.S. and also a vast number of Monumental Inscriptions covering a wide area. There is also a searchable index on microfilm of the local cemetery records which is another good source. I hope you find this helpful - there is much more on offer of course. Pop in to your local! Regards, Beryl.