Professional Family History Research & Genealogy Services
We are professional genealogists specialising in family history research, genetic genealogy and family history tuition & coaching across the UK and worldwide. Whether you’re looking to uncover your roots, break through a research “brick wall”, or create a lasting record of your family story, we provide expert, evidence-based genealogy services tailored to you.
Your Family's Story - Waiting to be Discovered​
​At some point, most of us pause and wonder:​ Where do I come from? Who were the people who came before me? And how did their lives shape my own?
Family history is more than a collection of names and dates. It is a way of understanding our place in the world — of connecting with the lives, experiences and stories that came before us.
For some, it begins with curiosity. For others, it becomes something much deeper — a way of making sense of identity, preserving memories, and passing something meaningful on to future generations.​
Bringing the Past to Life
At Your Family Historian, we help uncover, understand and preserve those stories.
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Whether you are looking for help with a challenging research problem, a beautifully written family history, insight from DNA results, or guidance on your own journey, we offer expert support tailored to your needs.
With decades of experience and access to extensive historical records, we combine meticulous research with thoughtful storytelling — bringing your family’s past vividly to life.
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Family History Research Services
About us
Your Family Historian was founded by husband-and-wife team Andy Robson and Deb Ismay, bringing together over 40 years of experience and a shared passion for helping people understand where they come from.
Together, they have helped clients across the UK and around the world uncover stories that might otherwise have been lost.​
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Based in Whitley Bay in the North East of England, they are ideally placed to access archives and record offices in Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and County Durham — while supporting clients nationwide and internationally.
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Start your journey
Your family’s story is waiting to be discovered.
Whether you’re ready to begin or simply want to explore your options, we would be delighted to hear from you.​