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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251215T115249Z
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UID:19248-1768419000-1768426200@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Kenilworth: "AI For Family History" via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As this is an online event\, you will need to register your interest via the link below:\nClick here to register for this  meeting before 14th January 2026\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n   \nAI For Family History : What it can (and can’t) do for you\nSpeaker: Linda Hammond \nA practical\, no nonsense guide to using AI tools effectively (and knowing their limitations). \nLinda is a professional genealogist based in France\, with extensive speaking experience at major genealogy events including Roots Tech\, The Genealogy Show\, and the Really Useful Show. She is keen to engage with the audience during the Q & A session\, so be sure to bring your questions and comments. \nMore details at www.lindahammondresearch.com
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/kenilworth-group-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:Staffs
CATEGORIES:Kenilworth Meetings,On Line Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260106T221336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T203243Z
UID:19388-1769248800-1769270400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:East Surrey Virtual Family History Fair: via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:East Surrey Virtual Family History Fair: via Zoom\nSaturday 24th January 2026 – Morning & Afternoon Sessions\nSee all the details for registration here\n  \nSee Event Poster 2026 Virtual Fair
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/east-surrey-online-fair-saturday-24th-january-2026/
LOCATION:Staffs
CATEGORIES:Fairs,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20250415T104304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T142325Z
UID:16327-1769265000-1769272200@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Stourbridge Group - AGM and a Short History of the Chance Brothers
DESCRIPTION:A Short History of the Chance Brothers\nSpeaker: Henry Chance
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/agm-and-short-history-of-the-chance-brothers/
LOCATION:Stourbridge\, St. Peter's Church Hall\, Pedmore\, West Midlands\, DY9 0SW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Stourbridge Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Burkitt":MAILTO:p.burkitt@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251130T160011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T173057Z
UID:19118-1769540400-1769547600@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Heraldry Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Why not come along and learn how to interpret the various coats of arms in stained glass windows\, church monuments\, etc\, and discover who married who\, together with their family history.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/heraldry-group-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heraldry Group,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Adrian de Redman":MAILTO:heraldry@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T211500
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251119T121242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T165333Z
UID:18992-1769628600-1769634900@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Wolverhampton: Longest Way Up and Shortest Way Down
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first meeting in 2026 of the Wolverhampton Group for a look at life in the Mounted Police by an experienced officer\, Stephen Gwilt\, with first-hand experience of the role. \nThe doors open at 7.15 p.m. for a 7.30 p.m. meeting start.  There is plenty of FREE parking at our venue and all members and visitors are welcome to join us for what promises to be an interesting presentation about the Mounted Police. \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/wolverhampton-longest-way-up-and-shortest-way-down/
LOCATION:Wolverhampton\, The Terry Harding Room\, Perton Civic Centre\, Church Road\, Perton\,\, Wolverhampton\, Staffordshire\, WV6 7PD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Wolverhampton Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Penny Smith":MAILTO:wolverhamptonclasses@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260122T163951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T170220Z
UID:19615-1770060600-1770067800@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:North Staffs: Research / Help Evening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/north-staffs-research-evening/
LOCATION:North Staffs\, St. John's Centre\, Newcastle Road\, Stoke on Trent\, Staffs\, ST4 6QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:North Staffs Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251201T114347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T183220Z
UID:19172-1770472800-1770476400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Breaking Down Brick Walls:   Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As this is an online event\, you will need to register your interest via the link below:\nClick here to register for this meeting before 7th February 2026\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nPlease use the email address we have on record as your credentials will be checked before allowing you into the session. There will be a cut off time of 30 minutes prior to the start time of the event to register. \nIf anyone would like assistance with joining the on-line Zoom sessions\, please contact the General Secretary or “MA-IT support” itsupport@midanc.uk \n  \n\nTitle: Breaking Down Brick Walls: Methods and Skills\nSpeaker: Mike Sharpe\nAll of us encounter ‘brick walls’ in our research. Indeed\, it can be argued that\nevery research line ends with a brick wall at some point. Going back to\nbasics\, professional genealogist Mike Sharpe will look at theoretical\nconcepts for our research\, as well as some practical approaches and skills for\nbecoming a better researcher. \nAspects discussed will include:-\nusing online information; reading old handwriting; understanding local context; making\nthe most of archives; family reconstitution; and using DNA in our research. \nMike Sharpe is a professional genealogist\, writer and lecturer and runs\nWriting the Past\, a family history research and writing service. He is a\nMember of the Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives\n(AGRA)\, the Society of Genealogists\, as well as a Trustee and Vice-Chair\,\nGenealogy for Midland Ancestors. He writes for family history magazines\nand is the author of three books on family history.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/on-line-meeting-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Staffs
CATEGORIES:Birmingham Meetings,On Line Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251215T120037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T221426Z
UID:19252-1770838200-1770845400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Kenilworth: "Thomas Stokes\, Apprentice" via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As this is an online event\, you will need to register your interest via the link below:\nClick here to register for this meeting before 11th February 2026\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n  \nThe Life and Times of Thomas Stokes\, Apprentice\nSpeaker: Steve Manning \nA fascinating ‘how to do it’ family history adventure built around the indenture papers signed by Thomas Stokes of Yarwell\, Northamptonshire and his widowed mother in 1842. \nSteve’s interest in Family History began when he was still a teenager. Unsurprisingly\, his level of activity waxed and waned over the years as work and family needs took priority\, but that early enthusiasm never dimmed. Looking back with the wisdom of years\, he acknowledges much of his early research had serious shortcomings – but he has absolutely no regrets about having started out so young. \nSteve currently serves as both Chairman of the Family History Federation and President of the Peterborough & District Family History as well as being a member of various other family history societies. An enthusiastic public speaker\, he absolutely loves talking on his favourite topic – Family History! He is based on the Cambridgeshire / Lincolnshire / Norfolk border\, so delivering talks by Zoom works!
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/kenilworth-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:Staffs
CATEGORIES:Kenilworth Meetings,On Line Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251119T170235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T164927Z
UID:19038-1771855200-1771866000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Course:  Introduction to Family History Research at Perton Library
DESCRIPTION:Week one of a five week course which is structured for beginners and those who have done a little research but do not know what to do next.   Each week covers a different topic with the first three being the basic building blocks of family history research. \nFind out how to …. \n\nget started in researching your family history\nlearn about the records which will help you\nfind the records and interpret them\ndiscover the heroes and rogues in your family\nreveal the truth behind your family tales\n\nSessions are on five consecutive Monday afternoons. \nEach session will last for between two and three hours and is completely free of charge.   Lots of handouts and guidance.  Always small friendly groups. \nIf you have to miss a session you will be able to catch up with that missing session on another course \nTo book a place please contact the library direct on 01902 506 050.  Places are limited so if you book a place but later change your mind about attending\, please notify the library to allow someone else to take up the place. \nFurther details are available from the organiser – contact detail below
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/course-introduction-to-family-history-research-at-perton-library/
LOCATION:Perton Library\, Severn Drive\, Perton\, Wolverhampton\, West Midlands\, WV6 7QU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classes,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Penny Smith":MAILTO:wolverhamptonclasses@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251130T160933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T173002Z
UID:19127-1771959600-1771966800@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Heraldry Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Why not come along and learn how to interpret the various coats of arms in stained glass windows\, church monuments\, etc\, and discover who married who\, together with their family history.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/heraldry-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heraldry Group,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Adrian de Redman":MAILTO:heraldry@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260121T161454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161640Z
UID:19610-1772013600-1772022600@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Course:   Introduction to Family History at Wombourne Library
DESCRIPTION:Week one of a five week course which is structured for beginners and those who have done a little research but do not know what to do next.   Each week covers a different topic with the first three being the basic building blocks of family history research. \nFind out how to …. \n\nget started in researching your family history\nlearn about the records which will help you\nfind the records and interpret them\ndiscover the heroes and rogues in your family\nreveal the truth behind your family tales\n\nSessions are on five consecutive Wednesday mornings beginning at 10 a.m. on 25th February 2026. \nEach session will last for between two and three hours and is completely free of charge.   Lots of handouts and guidance.  Always small friendly groups. \nIf you have to miss a session you will be able to catch up with that missing session on another course \nTo book a place please contact the library direct on 01902 506 055.  Places are limited so if you book a place but later change your mind about attending\, please notify the library to allow someone else to take up the place. \nFurther details are available from the organiser – contact detail below
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/course-introduction-to-family-history-at-wombourne-library/
LOCATION:Wombourne Library\, Church Road\, Wombourne\, South Staffordshire\, WV5 9EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classes,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Penny Smith":MAILTO:wolverhamptonclasses@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T211500
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251119T122726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T165253Z
UID:18996-1772047800-1772054100@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Wolverhampton: Members Evening
DESCRIPTION:We invite members of the Wolverhampton group to consider sharing details of their own research.  You may like to tell the group about your discoveries whether this is your own family history or a topic or theme you have researched.  No-one is expected to speak for longer than they feel comfortable with however we do try to limit each person to approximately 15 minutes to give everyone a chance to ask questions and to make a contribution to the evening. \nDuring a similar evening in 2025 we learned of a connection to a lifeboat disaster\, a Swiss barometer maker and drownings of two different merchant seamen of the coast of South American all from just one member.  What will we learn this year? \nThere is plenty of FREE parking at our venue.  Doors open at 7.15 p.m. for a 7.30 p.m. meeting start. \nPresenters:  our Group Members! \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/wolverhampton-members-evening/
LOCATION:Wolverhampton\, The Terry Harding Room\, Perton Civic Centre\, Church Road\, Perton\,\, Wolverhampton\, Staffordshire\, WV6 7PD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Wolverhampton Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Bullock":MAILTO:clairebullock706@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20250415T104808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T143730Z
UID:16329-1772289000-1772294400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Stourbridge Group - J M W Turner and the Black Country
DESCRIPTION:J M W Turner and the Black Country\nSpeaker: Brendan Clifford\n \nVoted Britain’s favourite artist in a 2004 BBC Poll\, JMW Turner visited the Black Country and Birmingham area a couple of times during his life (1775-1851). The Talk covers the background of Turner’s interest in the area\, the watercolours he produced and specifically the tangled tale of what happened to his watercolour of Dudley.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/stourbridge-group-3/
LOCATION:Stourbridge\, St. Peter's Church Hall\, Pedmore\, West Midlands\, DY9 0SW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Stourbridge Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Burkitt":MAILTO:p.burkitt@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260122T165234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T170058Z
UID:19618-1772479800-1772487000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:North Staffs: Research
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/north-staffs-research/
LOCATION:North Staffs\, St. John's Centre\, Newcastle Road\, Stoke on Trent\, Staffs\, ST4 6QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:North Staffs Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260224T142850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142850Z
UID:19926-1772479800-1772487000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Chartist Riots in Hanley in 1842
DESCRIPTION:2 March at 7.30 pm A Talk on The Chartist Riots in Hanley in 1842 by local Author Margaret Moxon  who has written fiction books based on Real events which she has researched.  Many family historians may wonder why there is a difficulty finding records from St. John’s Church Hanley and this is the reason. \nMargaret will have some of her books available for sale.  See https://maggiemoxom.artweb.com/maggiemoxomaol.com for more information about her books.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/chartist-riots-in-hanley-in-1842/
LOCATION:St. John’s Centre\, St. John’s Centre\, 122 Newcastle Rd. Trent Vale\, Stoke on Trent\, ST4 6QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:North Staffs Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260114T112014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T152119Z
UID:19515-1772892000-1772895600@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Posted in the Past - Zoom Talk
DESCRIPTION:Posted in the Past: Stories from 20th century postcards – via Zoom\nSpeaker – Helen Baggott\nA soldier killed in the First World War\, the man who helped keep the doors to Great Ormond Street Hospital open for more than 30 years\, and a 10-year-old servant working for a laundress in 19th-century Bath are all revealed by messages sent using the first real social media phenomenon of the 20th century. Drawing on the research from her collection of more than 300 postcards\, Helen will share some of the stories in an illustrated talk. \n \n \nAs this is an online event\, you will need to register your interest via the link below:\nClick here to register for this meeting before 7th March 2026\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nPlease use the email address we have on record as your credentials will be checked before allowing you into the session. There will be a cut off time of 30 minutes prior to the start time of the event to register. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/posted-in-the-past-zoom-talk/
LOCATION:Staffs
CATEGORIES:Birmingham Meetings,On Line Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251215T120424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T163412Z
UID:19255-1773257400-1773264600@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Kenilworth: "Fatal Transport Accidents"
DESCRIPTION:“Let my quick fate a warning be…” Fatal Transport Accidents in the West Midlands\, 1820s-1920s\nSpeaker: Quintin Watt \nThis illustrated presentation deals with various accidents that involved the region’s stage-coaches\, canals\, railways and trams. How and why did these shocking events occur\, and who was to blame? What ‘Health & Safety’ lessons were learnt from these many tragic mishaps? \nQuintin taught History at a high school in Bromsgrove for 39 years. He has completed two Masters Degrees\, in West Midlands Regional History and Britain and the First World War. He has written articles for local history magazines and edited two books –  the Bromsgrove Guild – An Illustrated History and Wolverhampton’s Great War\, 1914-1921. Quintin served as secretary and chairman of the Bromsgrove Society’s Local History group and the Wolverhampton Society as well as the Black Country Society.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/kenilworth/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Centre\, Abbey End\, Kenilworth\, CV8 1QJ\, Abbey End\, Kenilworth\, CV8 1QJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kenilworth Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260106T221446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T095932Z
UID:19391-1773482400-1773504000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Family History Show: Malvern Showground
DESCRIPTION:Family History Show: Malvern Showground\nSaturday 14th March 2026\nSee all the details here\n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/family-history-show-malvern-showground/
LOCATION:Malvern Three Counties Showground\, WR13 6NW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairs,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260116T192517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T200016Z
UID:19540-1774270800-1774274400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:National Census and the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood
DESCRIPTION:National Census and the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood\nSpeaker: Gareth Pemberton – Midland Ancestors Librarian \nWhat can the regular UK National Census records tell us about the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood\, their lives\, their households and families\, and their connections to the West Midlands. Is it more than just names\, ages\, and addresses? \nThis presentation is\, once again\, brought to you by the long standing tenants of the BMI\, Midlands Ancestors\, the principal family history society for those with interests in the pre-1974 counties of Warwickshire\, Worcestershire\, and Staffordshire. \nThis event is free for all BMI members and £5 for any non-member. For non-members tickets\, please follow the\nEventbrite link
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/national-census-and-the-pre-raphaelite-brotherhood/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20250415T105023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T143422Z
UID:16331-1774378800-1774386000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Stourbridge Group - William Morris and Nuffield Empire
DESCRIPTION:William Morris and the Nuffield Empire\nSpeaker: Max Hunt\n \nWilliam Richard Morris\, 1st Viscount Nuffield (10th October 1877 – 22nd August 1963) \n  \nWilliam Richard Morris\, 1st Viscount Nuffield was an English motor manufacturer and philanthropist. He was the founder of Morris Motors Limited and is remembered for establishing the Nuffield Foundation\, the Nuffield Trust and Nuffield College\, Oxford\, as well as being involved in his role as president of Bupa in creating what is now Nuffield Health. He took his title from the village of Nuffield\, Oxfordshire\, where he lived. \nWilliam Morris\, Lord Nuffield\, was born in fairly humble circumstances in the St Johns area of Worcester in October 1877.  His entry in the baptismal register of Hallows Church gives his father’s occupation as clothier\, though he was in fact clerk to a local firm.  While William was still a child\, the family moved to the Oxford area when his father took up the position of farm bailiff to his father-in-law at Brasenose Farm. \nIn 1913\, William was able to rent\, for a modest sum\, the premises of the old Oxford Military College at Cowley; as part of the deal\, he also rented\, and began to live in\, Temple Cowley Manor House.  His first car\, the Morris Oxford\, was produced in 1913 using an engine bought in from White and Poppe in Coventry.  A light 10 hp vehicle\, it retailed at £175. He then looked to the example of Henry Ford in the USA to see how to build bigger\, more powerful machines\, in 1913-1914 ordering 5\,000 engines from Continental Motors in Detroit.  In 1920 he built the Cowley works on the old parade ground of the military college. \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/stourbridge-the-black-country-group-william-morriss-and-the-nuffield-empire/
LOCATION:Stourbridge\, St. Peter's Church Hall\, Pedmore\, West Midlands\, DY9 0SW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Stourbridge Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Burkitt":MAILTO:p.burkitt@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251130T161239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T172927Z
UID:19130-1774378800-1774386000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Heraldry Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Why not come along and learn how to interpret the various coats of arms in stained glass windows\, church monuments\, etc\, and discover who married who\, together with their family history.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/heraldry-group-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heraldry Group,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Adrian de Redman":MAILTO:heraldry@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T211500
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251119T155206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T171050Z
UID:19014-1774467000-1774473300@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Wolverhampton: War As Seen Through Artists and Poets
DESCRIPTION:Tonight’s presenter\, Craig Denston\, will be visiting Wolverhampton group again to share with us his research into the various Artists and Poets who have been influenced by their experiences to express themselves through their works.  Join us to hear more. \nDoors open at 7.15 p.m. for a 7.30 p.m. meeting start.  Plenty of FREE parking at our venue. \nAll members and visitors are welcome to a meeting that promises to be interesting and thought provoking. \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/wolverhampton-war-as-seen-through-artists-and-poets/
LOCATION:Wolverhampton\, The Terry Harding Room\, Perton Civic Centre\, Church Road\, Perton\,\, Wolverhampton\, Staffordshire\, WV6 7PD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wolverhampton Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Bullock":MAILTO:clairebullock706@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251215T122117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T163450Z
UID:19263-1775676600-1775683800@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Kenilworth: No meeting this month
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/kenilworth-no-meeting-this-month/
LOCATION:Staffs
CATEGORIES:Kenilworth Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T134500
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260329T133510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T142922Z
UID:20099-1775902500-1775915100@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Family History Centre Open Today
DESCRIPTION:The Family History Centre is available for members on Saturday 11th April (from 10.15 – 13.45) when a guest speaker (Janet Summers) is due to attend the Birmingham Group meeting. \n
To take advantage of this facility\, members must book their place with Caroline by email\, beforehand.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/family-history-centre-open/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birmingham Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251201T135202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T135202Z
UID:19191-1775905200-1775912400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:London: "Titanic– The Midlands’ Connection"
DESCRIPTION:“Titanic– The Midlands’ Connection”\nA talk by Andrew Lound. \nAlthough the towns of Belfast and Southampton claim the Titanic as their own\, over 70% of the ship’s interior was manufactured in the Midlands. Based on his own\nresearch Andrew tells the story of the Midlands’ industrial work on the ship and the fate of the local passengers. A dramatic presentation delivered in full White Star Line Uniform\, using images\, audio and numerous props. Climb aboard and experience the voyage of your life. \nMeetings will be held at the LDS Hyde Park Family Search Centre\, 64-68 Princes Gate\, Exhibition Road\, South Kensington\, SW7 2PA. Doors open 10.00; talks start 11.00. \nWe will have the research facility largely to ourselves for the day of our meetings so will not be restricted on time. We will be able to take coffee and tea into our meetings as well as sandwiches. \nIf you download and install a Chrome extension on your laptop (which uses the building Wi-Fi)\, you can search records\, use commercial websites for free and download images directly to your laptop after our meeting. In effect\, with the Chrome extension\, your laptop has the same premium access as the PCs in the FamilySearch Centre. This access only works\, of course\, if you are within the building on Exhibition Road since it is dependent on the building Wi-Fi address. Ask a member of staff about this if you are interested. \nUnderground stations: South Kensington (District\, Circle and Piccadilly Lines). \nBuses: 14\, 49\, 70\, 74\, 345\, 360\, 414\, 430\, C1
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/london-titanic-the-midlands-connection/
LOCATION:London Family History Centre\, 64-68 Princes Gate\, Exhibition Road\, London\, SW7 2PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Meetings,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Startin":MAILTO:a.startin@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260411T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260120T094216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143131Z
UID:19587-1775916000-1775921400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Birmingham: FamilySearch Full-Text Search
DESCRIPTION:FamilySearch Full-Text Search\nSpeaker: Janet Summers\n‘Using a step-by-step guide\, Janet will demonstrate how this method broke through her own research “brick walls” by locating copies of probated wills.\nThis presentation expands on the article Janet wrote for the Midland Ancestor published in June 2025 Vol. 20 No. 10 page 589 – Family Search Full-Text – A Research Game Changer?’\n  \nFamilySearch.org has billions of historical records that have been digitized\, but only a portion of these record images are currently searchable. A full-text search for historical records uses artificial intelligence (AI) to transcribe images into text so they can be fully searched. This automated search will find information almost instantly\, saving hours of manual searching. Using handwriting recognition software\, FamilySearch.org can convert an image of text into a machine-readable format. This gives you the ability to search the full text of these records before they are even indexed. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/birmingham-family-search-full-text-search/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birmingham Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Middleton":MAILTO:p.middleton@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260122T165355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T170015Z
UID:19621-1776108600-1776115800@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:North Staffs: Research
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/north-staffs-research-2/
LOCATION:North Staffs\, St. John's Centre\, Newcastle Road\, Stoke on Trent\, Staffs\, ST4 6QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:North Staffs Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20251103T142828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T205523Z
UID:18899-1776506400-1776528000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:'First Steps' in Family History
DESCRIPTION:At our Family History Centre\, B.M.I.\, Margaret Street\, Birmingham. B3 3BS.\nThe day is an in-person event full of research topics – open to anyone wanting to learn from experienced researchers how to use best practice for greater results or simply to use it as a refresher.\nA follow up ‘Further Steps’ on-line event will appear later in the year.\n  \nGareth\, Mark and Kim will be hosting the day with tuition\, tips and advice on how to research your family history. \nThe day is open to anyone first starting out on their journey\, but also to members who simply want to refresh their knowledge. \nLinda and Susan will be in the Family History Centre to answer questions on our resources available to assist your journey. \nPlease contact Kim Walker – General Secretary (or 0121 236-8977 option 2) for further information and to book a place. \nWhilst the event is free\, donations are always welcome.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/first-steps-in-family-history-2/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birmingham Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Walker":MAILTO:gensec@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20250415T105304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T142802Z
UID:16333-1776799800-1776807000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Stourbridge Group - "Oh\, What a Bostin War"
DESCRIPTION:  \n“Oh\, What a Bostin War”\nSpeaker: Quintin Watt\n  \n \n  \n“Oh\, what a bostin war!”  – Mobilisation & Recruitment in the Black Country in 1914This illustrated presentation examines the military reaction to the outbreak of the Great War in the Black Country.  Were people really excited to have a ‘pop at the Kaiser’?  Did thousands of eager young men immediately ‘rush to the colours’\, afraid they might miss out on all the fun?  Why did they really join up?  What are the myths and what was the reality?
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/stourbridge-group-oh-what-a-bostin-war/
LOCATION:Stourbridge\, St. Peter's Church Hall\, Pedmore\, West Midlands\, DY9 0SW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Stourbridge Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Burkitt":MAILTO:p.burkitt@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T094526
CREATED:20260116T193512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T205125Z
UID:19548-1777107600-1777136400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:RQG Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register of Qualified Genealogists Conference\nPlease join us at the Birmingham & Midland Institute on Saturday 25 April 2026\nfor our family history conference ‘Exploring the Past\, Embracing the Future’. \nKeynote Speakers: \nProfessor Rebecca Probert (University of Exeter) – Researching bigamy through family history records\nDr Sophie Kay (Khronicle®) – Ethics and You: a people-centred guide to genetic genealogy\nProfessor Julia Laite (Birkbeck\, University of London) – How family history can change the way we think about history (and the world) \nplus morning and afternoon sessions on a wide range of topics – DNA and genetics\, AI tools for genealogy\, family history projects and research. \nTickets are available via\nhttps://rqg-conference-2026.eventbrite.co.uk/\n\nOur conference is open to everyone\, including non-members.\nFurther details:- 2026 RQG Conference\n  \nThe Family History Centre in the Kingsley Norris Room will be open during the day.\n \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/register-of-genealogists-conference/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public
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