Glamorgan Family History Society, Records

This material is held atGlamorgan Archives / Archifau Morgannwg

  • Reference
    • GB 214 D37
  • Dates of Creation
    • [1910]-2019
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 2 boxes, 2 volumes, 1 photograph

Scope and Content

Transcript and index of St. Augustine's marriage register, 1813-1891 (2001); Journal, numbers 1-122 (except 60, 88, 90), 1983-2016; index and transcript of Hendreforgan Senior School admission register, 1939-1950, and transcript of Llandyfodwg (Dinas Main) School admission register, 1883-1912; records given to the editor of the Glamorgan Family History Society Journal.

Administrative / Biographical History

Glamorgan Family History Society was founded in 1974 to provide support for anyone with an interest in family history. Monthly branch meetings are held at Bridgend, Cardiff, Sully, Aberdare, Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil & Swansea. At these meetings members share experiences, exchange information and resolve problems. An annual Family History Fair is held in Merthyr Tydfil. Society members work on various projects, such as transcribing and indexing records relating to Glamorgan which they deem useful for family historians.

Access Information

No restrictions.

Acquisition Information

Deposited by Mrs Jones on behalf of the Glamorgan Family History Society. Further deposit was received in 2015 by another member of the Society.

Other Finding Aids

A detailed catalogue is available online.

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Good condition

Archivist's Note

Updated by Louise Hunt for Glamorgan Archives. Further revised by Hannah Price for Glamorgan Archives, with reference to the Glamorgan Family History Society website: http://www.glamfhs.org.uk.

Conditions Governing Use

Normal Glamorgan Archives conditions apply.

Appraisal Information

All records which meet the collection policy of the Glamorgan Archives have been retained.

Custodial History

The records remained in the custody of the depositor until transferred to Glamorgan Archives.

Accruals

Accruals are expected.