Doncaster and District Family History Society

AGM 2012 - Proposed Changes to the Society Constitution

Background

The Doncaster and District Family History Society has not reviewed the Society Constitution since 2006. The Federation of Family History Societies has recently issued a revised model constitution and so a full review of the Constitution is currently underway by a Sub-Committee of the Executive Committee.

Latest Society Publication - Baptism CD

The Society has just released a baptism CD: Mexborough St John the Baptist 1562 to 1931 (cd1079)
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Doncaster Ancestor Winter 2011 Edition

The latest edition of Doncaster Ancestor is now available. If you would prefer to have online access to this and future editions of Doncaster Ancestor, rather than a printed copy, please email the Membership Secretary.

Monthly Meetings, Talks 2012 Released

June Staniforth has released the monthly meetings Talks List for 2012, for more information go to the monthly meetings page. If you have any suggestions for talks, please email June Programme Secretary contact form.

Findmypast UK 1911 Census Available at the Palgrave Research Centre

Findmypast's UK 1911 Census is now available to browse online and print the scanned record images at the Society's Palgrave Research Centre. If you require help just ask either of the two volunteers.
Non-members are welcome, entrance £2 per person per visit, but please ensure you book, 01302 311930, as we are expecting a lot of interest.
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How much do you pay for birth, marriage or death certificates?

Exorbitant charges are being made by third parties for birth, marriage or death certificates. Charges can be as high as £30 for a certificate, which the General Register Office (GRO) can supply for £9.25.
The GRO has produced a booklet “Getting the most from the General Register Office, Discover Your Family History” Link to PDF file 364kb, 21 pages