In the spirit of the Upper Dales Family History Group, where information is shared freely for the benefit of all, a small collection of websites was assembled in 2007 that were considered worthy of a visit by both newcomers and experienced researchers.
With the introduction of our new website in 2018 Rennison’s List evolved and became part of the UDFHG information resources. Since then the database has grown steadily, but even then we examined every URL hyperlink to ensure that every one was working and eliminated those that were inactive, or were problematic
In late 2023 Rennison’s List was again re-examined and a team of colleagues set about checking every hyperlink available to members, updating where necessary, and removing many sites that were no longer available. In effect RL has been completely re-organized with far greater coverage than was originally envisaged.
Many members of the Upper Dales Family History Group are specifically interested in investigating their ancestors from the northern counties of Durham, Cumberland, Northumberland and the Yorkshire Dales in particular. As a consequence, Rennison’s List concentrates on those areas with links not only to specific archives and record offices where the original parish records are held but also to many familiar or vernacular dales websites.
The original content of the categories or sections have been increased considerably and combined to give easier access to topics of interest. Most are self explanatory, but a helpful guide to descriptions of what members may find in each category is shown for the fourteen main groups.
There is a large section on Primary Genealogical Sources including Ancestry.com, Genuki and Find My Past, ie the main providers of websites where access can be gained to census, births, deaths, marriages and other material of a universal nature. Many are free, others are pay per view.
Due to migration from one area of the United Kingdom to another it seems essential to still cover the whole of England outside the "Dales" area, and to include websites specifically relating to Scotland, Wales and Ireland. There are also links to overseas sites to help those whose ancestors have emigrated to Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States of America, Europe and the rest of the world.
Most families have someone who "fought for their country" and the Military Records section includes Regimental Museums, the War Graves Commission, Prisoner of War records and Medal entitlement. A Historical Information section examines aspects of events and social groups. Photography, Computing and Research Methodology are also included.
Good luck in your research, and successful browsing.
Rennison Vayro
A large list of web-links is notoriously difficult to maintain. Links sometimes close down for a short time, some close permanently and sometimes the information on websites simply becomes outdated as new technology emerges. If you experience any difficulty or find new links which should be added, click here to contact us.
With the introduction of our new website in 2018 Rennison’s List evolved and became part of the UDFHG information resources. Since then the database has grown steadily, but even then we examined every URL hyperlink to ensure that every one was working and eliminated those that were inactive, or were problematic
In late 2023 Rennison’s List was again re-examined and a team of colleagues set about checking every hyperlink available to members, updating where necessary, and removing many sites that were no longer available. In effect RL has been completely re-organized with far greater coverage than was originally envisaged.
Many members of the Upper Dales Family History Group are specifically interested in investigating their ancestors from the northern counties of Durham, Cumberland, Northumberland and the Yorkshire Dales in particular. As a consequence, Rennison’s List concentrates on those areas with links not only to specific archives and record offices where the original parish records are held but also to many familiar or vernacular dales websites.
The original content of the categories or sections have been increased considerably and combined to give easier access to topics of interest. Most are self explanatory, but a helpful guide to descriptions of what members may find in each category is shown for the fourteen main groups.
There is a large section on Primary Genealogical Sources including Ancestry.com, Genuki and Find My Past, ie the main providers of websites where access can be gained to census, births, deaths, marriages and other material of a universal nature. Many are free, others are pay per view.
Due to migration from one area of the United Kingdom to another it seems essential to still cover the whole of England outside the "Dales" area, and to include websites specifically relating to Scotland, Wales and Ireland. There are also links to overseas sites to help those whose ancestors have emigrated to Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States of America, Europe and the rest of the world.
Most families have someone who "fought for their country" and the Military Records section includes Regimental Museums, the War Graves Commission, Prisoner of War records and Medal entitlement. A Historical Information section examines aspects of events and social groups. Photography, Computing and Research Methodology are also included.
Good luck in your research, and successful browsing.
Rennison Vayro
A large list of web-links is notoriously difficult to maintain. Links sometimes close down for a short time, some close permanently and sometimes the information on websites simply becomes outdated as new technology emerges. If you experience any difficulty or find new links which should be added, click here to contact us.
Primary Genealogical Resources
Yorkshire Dales, Archives & Resources
Northern England Archives & Resources
Here members can find those websites that are available for County Durham, Cumbria, Northumberland, Lancashire, Newcastle, Gateshead and Tyne and Wear. These cover the other areas in the north of England and include specific archives, record offices and other resources linked with these areas
United Kingdom, England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales, Record Offices & Archives
It seemed essential to cover the rest of England outside the dales area, and to include contact information specifically for regional and county archives, and also to cover Scotland, Ireland and Wales.
Overseas - Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the USA, Europe, & the rest of the world
Six discrete sections cover website links to overseas collections recommended by members to help those whose ancestors have emigrated, or returned to the UK. Europe includes France, Germany, Holland, Italy, and Belgium.
Military Records
Most families include someone who fought for their country and there are two distinct categories that include links to Military History and Archives, and Regimental Museums, as well as the War Graves Commission, POW records and Medal Cards.
Historical lnformation
The history of various groups and individuals such as nurses, police officers and additional sites that may help with research into earlier centuries.
Societies
Books, Magazines, Maps & Images
Self explanatory: much smaller sections giving details of websites with access to old ordnance survey maps, historic images and films, and recommended suppliers of books and magazines.
Newspapers
Photography and Photographic Software
Research Techniques
Computing and Computer Software
Information on computer software packages specifically of interest to genealogists for organising databases and family trees
