I am a Public Historian specialising in Ancient, Medieval, and Local History, offering clear, accessible, and professional historical research services for individuals, writers, community groups, and heritage organisations.
My goal is to make historical research understandable, useful, and engaging while providing well-documented and reliable historical reports tailored to each client’s needs.
Whether you are looking to uncover the history of a building, explore the past of a town, support a heritage project, or develop accurate historical content, I can provide structured and professional support.
My Services
1. Local History Research Reports
Research into towns, villages, churches, and local communities.
Who it’s for: local history groups, heritage organisations, community projects, or anyone curious about their area’s past.
What you receive:
- Thorough research into historical sources
- Contextual information about the place or community
- A clear written report with references
Pricing:
- Small report (2–5 pages): £75
- Standard report (5–10 pages): £150–£250
- Larger projects: £300+
2. Building and Place History Research
Discover the story behind a house, building, or property.
Who it’s for: homeowners, residents, heritage organisations, and community groups.
What you receive:
- Ownership and occupancy history
- Maps and archival sources
- Contextual historical background
- A concise, readable report
Pricing: £75–£150 per report
3. Historical Research for Writers and Creators
Support for authors, content creators, and media professionals who need accurate historical research.
Who it’s for: novelists, filmmakers, game designers, documentary makers, or anyone producing historical content.
What you receive:
- Research brief tailored to your project
- Summaries and explanations of historical sources
- Contextual historical background
- Clear, actionable information for your creative work
Pricing: £50–£150 per project
4. Heritage and Community Research Projects
Research for exhibitions, displays, publications, and local history initiatives.
Who it’s for: museums, archives, heritage organisations, local groups, and councils.
What you receive:
- Historical research and contextual summaries
- Written material suitable for display, publication, or project use
- Support for community history initiatives
Pricing: Project-based, £150–£500+
5. Historical Source Research and Analysis
Analysis and explanation of historical sources for research, creative projects, or personal interest.
Who it’s for: students, writers, researchers, and organisations who need expert interpretation of historical documents.
What you receive:
- Detailed source analysis
- Summaries and explanations in plain language
- Contextual information and references
Pricing: £50–£100 per project
Why Work With Me?
- BA in History & Ancient History, MA in Classics & Ancient History, PhD researcher in Roman history
- Specialist in Ancient, Medieval, and Local History
- Experienced researcher, writer, and public speaker
- Committed to producing clear, engaging, and accurate historical research
How to Get Started
- Choose the service that best fits your needs
- Email me at: alasdairmacilleathain@gmail.com
- Describe your project or what you’d like researched
- I will reply with a proposal, timeline, and price
Let’s uncover the stories of the past together!
Alasdair MacIlleathain 