You have taken the plunge and ordered a DNA test. It all seems exciting but rather daunting and you are wondering how to navigate all the new information that’s coming your way. I’ve been there! Below

When out walking my rescue dog Lyra, the question I get asked most is: “Ooh, nice dog – what is it?” My standard reply is: “Oh, we’re not sure. Her mum is a Malinois – do you know them? They’re like n

Whenever we start our family history research we can be quite excited at the speed of our initial discoveries, as they come at us thick and fast. Across time, as we push further back, challenges incre

DNA has a language of its own, one you may be unfamiliar with, but it’s worth getting to grips with it to help you make use of genetics in your genealogy. I have included only those words that crop up

15 JANUARY

My maiden name was Shenton, and for as long as I can remember I’ve had a fascination for names. I grew up in the Hanley area of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, in a community that was deeply rooted in