Connecting your Ancestral Threads
Tracing your family's unique journey through your history.
How we can assist you
For Families and Individuals
1-to-1 FREE 30min Introductory Call
Booking an initial consultation with Jude will help you develop an idea of the extent you want to explore your family history. Give me some information about your family that will spark evidence-based research, and I’ll do the rest.
Pedigree Chart
A family tree, also known as a pedigree chart and a report of the research undertaken, including relevant documents, such as marriage certificate.
(Incl. Ancestral visits of the Yorkshire Dales.) (Starting from £350)
Books for People Living With Dementia
Personalised books to stimulate meaningful conversations through family history, with notes to provide guidance. (Starting from £190)
Many happy Yorkshire families
Jude has helped families become educated about their heritage.
Dementia
“thoroughly enjoyed this - so useful and insightful. best dementia engagement advice I have ever heard.”
Family Research
“useful, practical, insightful - clearly from lived experience which makes so much difference.”
talks
“Great speaker and very thought provoking topic.”
SENSITIVITY DISCLAIMER
By your side, guiding you through your historical journey
Family research can uncover exciting but unexpected information. Be assured, no sensitive information will be advanced without prior agreement. You have the option to omit sensitive information from the final report or storybook.
Jude is an AGRA Associate & a Registered Adult Nurse
BEHIND THE FOUNDER
Jude Rhodes
As a Yorkshire woman, my journey into the fabric of my home country began through the tales of my ancestors. This grew in me, a passion, a personal desire to explore more into my beloved family and Yorkshire. Through my family's history, revealed the dual magic of our family roots and the North of England itself, steering me towards a career in genealogy and family history.
Since then, for over twenty years, I have had the privilege of reconstructing the narratives of many families, striving to deliver clarity, deeper family connection, and self-identity as it did for me. My approach is tailored from family to family. Offering personalised genealogical services, from one of one books for families who are living with dementia, to ancestral visits for those keen on linking their family to a place and community.
‘B’ FAMILY
Uncovering the Legacy of all families
The research of this Yorkshire family led to them working in a related trade to the renowned shipyards of Newcastle upon Tyne before their return to Yorkshire.
Frequently asked questions
Explore our frequently asked questions section for answers.
What is the length of time this will take?
Approx 1-3 months. Research and writing time can vary greatly depending on the information provided from the onset and the depth of research required to fulfil your request. Sometimes the first report triggers the client’s inquisitiveness and a further research journey is negotiated..
What information do you require?
The more information you have the better, however a good start would be:
Full names
Dates of birth
Places they lived
Where they worked
Birth Certificates
Marriage Certificates
Death certificates
Newspaper Articles
Employment Records
Are consultations in person or over the phone?
Initial consultations are done by telephone as are follow up and update consultations. Meetings in person or Zoom are dependent on your geographical location.
However, I also like to make at least one visit to the research family geographical area to assist in writing your story, wherever possible.
Zoom / Teams for follow ups is an option