CB Genealogy

01/04/2026

What a lovely review!

31/03/2026

I usually put out my monthly newsletter at the start of the month, but I'm delaying it in April until after the release of the 1926 census. If you're not signed up already, you can do so here:
https://claires-newsletter-3b3509.beehiiv.com/subscribe

30/03/2026

Excited to see the new season line-up for Who Do You Think You Are with 2 people connected to BBC Strictly Come Dancing & one episode featuring my pal, Morag Peers (who I can't seem to tag!) Doesn't sound like there's any Irish content in this season but anything that gets people interested in their family history is worthwhile.

The next instalment of the hit genealogy show sees another eight celebrities delve into their roots to discover their incredible family histories

25/03/2026

I'm gearing up for a busy April and very busy May. Here's a list of lectures and workshops, some of which require booking.

https://cbgenealogy.ie/april-may-talks-workshops/

24/03/2026

This is a great excerpt from an Irish Independent report on the upcoming census (17/4/1926). Men knew their place then too.

21/03/2026

Last reminder that this Saturday is our presentation from Claire Bradley, “DNA Resources for Irish Family History Research.” If you’ve been wondering how to apply DNA testing to uncover more information about your Irish ancestors, this is the presentation for you. It’s not to late to register, just head to the link in our bio.

20/03/2026

We are under a month to the release now!

The 1926 census will be released on 18th April 2026, one hundred years to the day it was taken. It was the first census taken in the Irish Free State and as such, it has huge value for social and family historians. Between it and the previous census of 1911, Ireland experienced World War I, the Spanish flu pandemic, and of course, independence and the partition of the island. This talk will discuss the historical context of the 1926 census, demonstrate how to use it and how to follow on to other genealogical research. Join Claire Bradley, professional genealogist, on Tuesday 28 April at 7pm at Fingal Local Studies & Archives, 46 North Street, Swords. To book: contact archives@fingal.ie or (01) 8704486.

17/03/2026

Wishing you all a Happy St Patrick's Day. Here's a photo of some real shamrock taken in Donegal last summer. Remember it's ☘️ not 🍀!

07/03/2026

We have just 41 days to go until the 1926 census for the Irish Free State (now Republic of Ireland) is released. If you're wondering how to prepare, I've got you covered. Here's an article I wrote last year (yes, I've been planning a long time for this) on what you might like to do in advance of 18th April. I've updated it with additional detail.

https://cbgenealogy.ie/preparing-for-the-1926-census-release/

05/03/2026

My latest newsletter is out.

St Patrick's Day

21/02/2026

While it's not a sexy topic, genealogical methodology is a really important thing to get right, and there's precious few books on it. In 2019, I took a Pharos Tutors business genealogy course run by Karen and she really knows her stuff. That course led to the development of the Pro-Am Genies networking group and many great friendships. I've got my copy of her book pre-ordered & I'll review it on my blog in due course.

A very happy bunny with the first copy of my new book, 'Genealogy Methods and Techniques: A Practical Guide to Research', due for publication 19th March (shipping times vary depending on bookstore).

See more here: https://www.crowood.com/book/genealogy-methods-and-techniques/