We continue our series on how colleagues have used the 1921 census to find out more about their family history. This is Jasmine’s account of what the 1921 helped her discover. My grandparents on my father’s side were both born in Calcutta, India, in 1919 and 1929 respectfully. I believe their fathers knew of each...

In our latest blog about the 1921 census, the story of Alvie’s family gives a fascinating insight into life in rural Lincolnshire. Both sides of my family have lived in rural Lincolnshire for centuries. In 1921 most of my relatives were living around the villages of Benington and Leverton in South Lincolnshire, which is about...

Amongst the Magistrate Court records held with us on behalf of Worcestershire County Council as part of The Public Records Act are Bankruptcy records from the early 20th century. Whilst they detail the financial situation of individuals and businesses, individual case files which are outside the 100-year closure period can provide insight into the circumstances...