Stories
Welcome to the Hampshire Archive Trust’s blog, where you’ll find posts relating to all things Hampshire local history, family history, archives, and heritage.
We welcome submissions from anyone working on any aspect of Hampshire history and we’re very interested to hear about the different topics you’re researching and the wonderful collections you’re using. Have you got a Hampshire story to share with us? Find our blog guidelines and how to get in touch here.
On this page, you’ll also be able to access our podcast episodes and recordings of talks that have been given as part of our program. Our Podcast series is called Hampshire’s History Revealed. Enjoy!
The Hampshire Archives Trust is committed to supporting the preservation and celebration of valuable local archives through our grants system, events and other related activities.
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Meet our new Chair!
Dr Alistair Dougall was recently elected as Hampshire Archives Trust’s Chair at our recent AGM on Saturday 11th October. Alistair has been a longstanding Trustee
Series 4: Episode 4 – The Battle of Southsea Project
In this episode, Daniella talks to Paul Carter, creator of Name & Place and author of Beyond the Tree, about uncovering family history stories and how the Name & Place software supports researchers to put together the bigger historical picture. Paul also shares top tips for researching family history and discusses his new book.
Series 4: Episode 3 – Name & Place
In this episode, Daniella talks to Paul Carter, creator of Name & Place and author of Beyond the Tree, about uncovering family history stories and how the Name & Place software supports researchers to put together the bigger historical picture. Paul also shares top tips for researching family history and discusses his new book.
The Armada Chronicles
I’ve been a member of the wonderful Sarah Siddons Fan Club for 15 years and have had lots of exciting opportunities to perform the amazing
Looking for George Austen at Monk Sherborne
In this anniversary year, spare a thought for Jane Austen’s elder brother George. The historical record says something about his life. We know that he
Series 4: Episode 2 – The Watercress Line and Celebrating Railway 200
In this episode, Daniella speaks to Daniel Ball, the education and outreach coordinator for the Watercress Line heritage railway. The episode explores the current Railway 200 celebrations and the work undertaken by Daniel and volunteers to explore this the history and heritage of railways in Hampshire and engage local communities with their local history.