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Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Family Tree October 2025 issue now on sale

The October issue of the UK's Family Tree magazine is now out, and contains an article that I have put together looking at the responsibilities that we should all perhaps consider when researching our ancestral stories. 

Features in the October issue:

Celebrating 200 years of the modern railway
An interview with Dr Mike Esbester on why this is such significant news, what sorts of jobs our ancestors may have had, and the free database that can help you learn more about your ancestors employed by the railways

Explore the pre-1841 censuses – yes some do exist!
David Annal examines the history of the early UK censuses, and discusses the information to be gleaned from the ones that survived

What are our responsibilities as family historians?
Genealogist and writer Chris Paton discusses the responsibilities we should all bear in mind when embarking on our research journeys

TreeView – how can this software help you?
Continuing the series of articles reviewing family tree programs, Jude Rhodes looks at TreeView

‘Other’ records created by the Crown
Discover the record collections that will enable you to take your research into people and places up to 1,000 years ago with Richard Tolson

Getting started with British Army research (part 1)
Graham Bandy provides a potted guide to tracing ancestors in the British Army

Spotlight on ... Railway philately
Terry Davies gives us a beginners’ guide to the fascinating world of railway-related stamp collecting

Thinking of taking a DNA test?
DNA Detective Michelle Leonard shares advice and insights on getting started with DNA

Making the most of your DNA test
Karen Evans gives us a handy guide to the reasons for taking a test, and how to get the best from your test 

Plus various regular features. 

For further details, and to obtain a copy, visit https://www.family-tree.co.uk/store/back-issues/family-tree-magazine/family-tree-magazine-october-2025-issue-239/

Chris 

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