Discover Your Family History
Since 1977 the East Surrey Family History Society has been aiding members to trace their family histories.
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Out and About
This year the Society will have a stall at the events listed below. Why not visit us? Maybe we can assist you with a tricky piece of research or maybe you would like to purchase some of our stock, such as one of the Alan Godfrey maps.
We would be pleased to see you.
| October 25 | Oxfordshire Family History Fair Cherwell School (North) |
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November 8 |
West Surrey FHS Fair, Woking Leisure Centre |
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Lingfield Wednesday 22 October 2025 2.30pm
Jeremy Clarke Felbridge Rope Walk
- Jeremy & Stephonie Clarke have researched the Felbridge area since 1998 when they formed the local history group. In this illustrated talk, Jeremy Clarke will explain the evidence for, and purpose that led to commercial scale rope making in Felbridge, a long way from the coast. You will learn how rope was traditionally made and then volunteers from the audience will manufacture some rope to help you visualise this ancient craft. |
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Virtual Talk
Ratcatchers November: Monday 10, 10.00 am 
David Cufley More than vermin destroyers … 19th century ratcatchers and their trade, earnings, methods of trapping and the use of the rats. Not for the squeamish and faint of heart!
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Will again be hosting our: Fabulous Virtual Family History Fair Saturday January 24th 2026 10.00 – 12.00 & 2.00 – 4.00 Enjoy all the benefits of a family history show from your own armchair, FREE of charge, using Zoom. Click below to register for either or both sessions, keep checking our website to see which Societies are attending. Bring your specific questions to get the best from the event. Specialist groups this year are:- A DNA Discussion Group A Map Help Room |
