Why Research Your Past?

There is a famous saying that says: "You don't know where you're going if you don't know where you've been."

It is not true that we must follow the same paths, or make the same mistakes - but we can learn about where we came from and where we belong.

When I first embarked on my family history, I had no expectations of what I would find or how far I would travel. I have explored different worlds, different parts of the world... and all linked to me. Yes, it is abstract. The dead soldiers on the battlefields of WW1. the starving children of the Victorian slums - they are where my ancestors came from, but have little meaning to me.

Explore your past

A family tree can be a unique gift to mark a special anniversary or birthday. The research packages from The Gene Poole include both a print of your family tree and a print book version (depending on the package), describing your ancestors' lives and the all research undertaken for you.

Whether you are interested in tracing your own family tree or have already started, commissioning an experienced genealogist gives you confidence in the results. You will know that the research has been conducted properly and will not have doubts about whether the individuals found really are your ancestors.

To help you, we offer a number of fixed cost research packages to cater for a variety of research requirements and budgets, potentially taking your family back to 5 generations or more.

We can research a bloodline (though we make no promises about possible family fortunes!), research your ancestors or research a specific member of your family - you can rest assured that The Gene Poole has the experience and expertise to undertake this for you.