Welcome To York Family History Society
The Society was founded in 1975 in order to further the interest in Family History Research and is run entirely by volunteers working in their spare time.
Our aim is to bring together local people who share the same interest and to provide a point of contact for those members who, although not living in the area, have their roots within the modern Archdeaconry.
The Society covers the modern Archbishopric of York which stretches from Coxwold, Hovingham and Sherburn in Harfordlythe in the North to Ledsham, Birkin, Selby and Drax in the South. As well as from Bramham, Bilton and Sherburn in Elmet in the West to Huggate and Bubwith in the East.
The Society’s area overlaps parishes covered in the West by the Yorkshire Archaeological Society Family History Section, in the East by The East Yorkshire Family History Society and in the North by Ryedale Family History Society.
Latest News
York Family History Society Celebrates 50 Years with Golden Anniversary Fair!
Join us as we celebrate a remarkable 50 years of helping people connect with their ancestors! To mark this golden anniversary, we’re hosting a special fair filled with resources, expert advice, and fascinating insights into the past. On Saturday June 28th, 10am to 3pm, at Acomb Church Hall 18A Front Street, Acomb, York YO24 3BZ.
Bradford Bodkin
Have family links to Bradford, or just want a new journal to read? The Bradford Bodkin March issue is now ready for all our members to read online from our Members Area.