Discover the story of your property through detailed historical research and on-site investigation. Whether you own a listed building, period home, or historic structure, we uncover its development, former occupants, architectural evolution, and the evidence that survives today.

What can be included:

• Archival and documentary research
• Historic map and aerial photograph analysis
• Building fabric investigation
• Occupancy and ownership history
• Illustrated written report
• Optional guided property tour

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Guided Building Walkthroughs (from around £75–£125)

A relaxed one-to-one tour of your property, discussing its history, architectural features, construction, alterations, and answering your questions as we explore together.

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Historical Research Reports (typically £200–£500)

Archival and documentary research into your property’s development, ownership, occupants, and wider historical context, presented in a professionally illustrated report.

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Heritage Portfolios & Coffee Table Books (typically £500+)

A comprehensive investigation combining documentary research, architectural analysis, historic mapping, photography and interpretation, professionally designed as a lasting keepsake or family heirloom.

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Every project begins with a free initial consultation to discuss your requirements and determine the most appropriate level of research.

Explore the history of landscapes, archaeological sites, estates, farms, and historic places through comprehensive historical research. Our investigations reveal how landscapes have developed over time and the stories hidden within them. Commonly, we answer questions you may have about your land.

What’s included:

• Historical map regression
• Documentary and archival research
• Landscape analysis
• Site visit and photographic survey
• Archaeological and historical interpretation
• Illustrated report with findings

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Initial Site Walkthroughs (from around £75–£150)

A relaxed walk around your site together, discussing visible features, possible dates, historical significance, archaeological potential, and answering any questions you may have. Ideal if you’re looking for an initial professional opinion or guidance on where to begin.

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Landscape Research & Investigation (typically £200–£500)

A detailed investigation combining site observations with documentary research to explore the history and development of your landscape.

This may include:

• Historic map analysis
• Aerial photography and LiDAR interpretation
• Archival and documentary research
• Historic Environment Record consultation
• Interpretation of landscape features
• A professionally illustrated report

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Landscape Heritage Portfolios (typically £500+)

A comprehensive investigation bringing together historical research, archaeological interpretation, landscape analysis and photography into a professionally presented portfolio or publication.

Ideal for:

• Historic estates
• Farms and agricultural landscapes
• Community heritage projects
• Conservation initiatives
• Significant archaeological or historic sites

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Every project begins with a free initial consultation to discuss your ideas, assess the suitability of the investigation, and recommend the most appropriate level of research before providing a bespoke quotation.

Trace your family history through professional genealogical research using historical records and archival sources. Whether you’re investigating a single ancestor or building an extensive family tree, we help uncover your family’s story.

What’s included:

• Census and civil registration research
• Parish register searches
• Family tree construction
• Historical context for ancestors
• Written research report

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Family Tree Research (from around £75–£150)

Perfect for those beginning their family history journey or wanting to explore a particular branch of their family tree.

This may include:

• Building your family tree
• Birth, marriage and death records
• Census research
• Basic ancestral timeline
• Guidance on continuing your own research

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Ancestral Life Stories (typically £200–£500)

Go beyond names and dates to discover the lives of your ancestors.

Alongside genealogical research, this service explores who your ancestors were, where they lived, the occupations they held, the communities they belonged to, and the historical events that shaped their lives.

This may include:

• Detailed family tree research
• Census and parish records
• Occupations and social history
• Military service (where applicable)
• Historic maps and photographs
• Local historical context
• Illustrated report telling your family’s story

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Family Heritage Books (typically £600+)

A beautifully presented keepsake combining genealogical research, historical context and family stories into a professionally designed heritage portfolio or coffee table book.

These bespoke publications can include:

• Multi-generational family trees
• Individual ancestor biographies
• Historic documents and photographs
• Maps of places your family lived
• Timelines
• Family stories and memories (where provided)
• Professionally designed layout suitable as a lasting family heirloom

Ideal as a gift, for preserving family history, or passing your family’s story on to future generations.

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Every family is different. Some projects involve tracing just a few generations, while others uncover centuries of family history across multiple locations. Every commission begins with a free initial consultation to discuss your aims, assess the available records, and recommend the most appropriate level of research before providing a bespoke quotation.

Professional historical research tailored to your individual requirements. We undertake bespoke commissions for authors, businesses, organisations, community groups, media productions, and private clients.

What’s included:

• Bespoke research planning
• Archival research
• Media consultancy
• Source transcription and analysis
• Referenced written findings
• Flexible project scope

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Research & Advice (from around £75–£150)

Ideal for straightforward historical enquiries or those looking for professional guidance before beginning a larger project.

This may include:

• Answering specific historical questions
• Advice on research methods and sources
• Initial archival investigations
• Recommendations for further research
• A written summary of findings

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Historical Research Reports (typically £200–£600)

A detailed investigation into a historical topic, person, place, organisation or event, bringing together evidence from a wide range of historical sources.

This may include:

• Archival research
• Historic newspapers
• Maps and documentary sources
• Academic and published material
• Photographic and illustrative material (where available)
• A professionally presented illustrated report

Ideal for private clients, authors, local organisations, heritage groups and community projects.

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Major Research Projects (typically £700+)

A comprehensive programme of historical research, producing an in-depth report or publication tailored to your specific requirements.

These projects may include:

• Extensive archive visits
• Research across multiple repositories
• Complex historical investigations
• Long-term projects
• Professional publication-style reports
• Heritage portfolios or coffee table books
• Research to support exhibitions, publications or community initiatives

Ideal for organisations, charities, museums, authors, businesses and individuals undertaking significant historical projects.

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Every research commission is unique. Some enquiries can be answered through a few hours of research, while others require extensive archival work across multiple collections and locations. Every commission begins with a free initial consultation to discuss your objectives, assess the scope of the research, and recommend the most appropriate approach before providing a bespoke quotation.

Making history engaging and accessible through community-focused heritage projects. We work with local communities, heritage groups, and organisations to help share and celebrate the history of places and people.

What’s included:

• Community history projects
• Village and parish histories
• Heritage interpretation
• Exhibition content
• Walking trails and guidebooks
• Educational resources

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Community Heritage Projects (from around £150–£400)

Support for smaller heritage initiatives and local history projects.

This may include:

• Historical research for community groups
• Village or parish history projects
• Heritage trail research
• Information panels and interpretation
• Historical content for websites and publications
• Advice on developing heritage projects

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Displaying History & Interpretation (typically £400–£1,000)

Helping communities capture and share their stories through professionally researched and presented heritage projects.

This may include:

• Oral history interviews and projects
• Community memory projects
• Exhibition and display content
• Heritage interpretation panels
• Museum and visitor information
• Educational resources
• Archival research to support interpretation

Ideal for councils, museums, charities, schools and community organisations.

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Major Public History Projects (typically £1,000+)

Large-scale heritage projects designed to leave a lasting legacy for communities.

These projects may include:

• Writing village, parish or community history books
• Heritage publications and coffee table books
• Interpretation strategies
• Community exhibitions
• Heritage trails and walking guides
• Research for conservation and regeneration projects
• Multi-partner heritage initiatives
• Project management and historical research

Ideal for parish councils, local authorities, heritage organisations, charities and community partnerships.

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Every community has its own story. Some projects involve researching a single historic building or producing a simple heritage leaflet, while others bring together oral histories, archive research, exhibitions and publications over many months. Every commission begins with a free initial consultation to discuss your ideas, identify the aims of the project, and develop a tailored approach before providing a bespoke quotation.

Engaging talks designed for societies, museums, schools, community groups, and events. Presentations are carefully researched, accessible, and tailored to suit your audience.

What’s included:

• Illustrated presentations
• A wide range of historical topics
• Tailored talks for your group
• Question and discussion session
• In-person delivery
• Supporting handouts (where required)

Every talk is different, so get in contact for a quote or discussion on how we could help!