Explore local and family history in the library
History sessions offer support and guidance for anyone interested in local or family history.
Like learning how to use research tools, exploring historical records and discovering more about your local area.
Whether you’re new to research or already working on a project, these sessions provide a chance to learn more and share knowledge with others.
Find Your Local Session
| Library | History Events | Date and Time |
|---|---|---|
| Axminster | Nostalgia Club Family History | Thursdays @ 10.30am – 11.30am Tuesdays @ 11.00am – 12.00pm (booking required) |
| Bovey Tracey | Ancestry Club | First Tuesday of each month (Oct–Mar) @ 10.00am – 12.00pm |
| Honiton | Family History (by appointment) | Mondays & Tuesdays @ 10.00am – 12.00pm & 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Kingsbridge | Trace Your Ancestors | Thursdays @ 11.00am – 1.00pm |
| Newton Abbot | Railway Studies Talks | Second Tuesday of each month @ 7.00pm – 9.00pm |
| Ottery St Mary | Family History | Fridays @ 4.00pm – 5.30pm |
| Paignton | Local History Group | First Tuesday of each month @ 2.30pm – 4.30pm |
| Seaton | Ancestry | First Friday of each month @ 10.30am – 11.30am |
| Torquay | Family History Surgery Local History Group | First Wednesday @ 10.00am – 12.00pm Third Saturday @ 10.00am – 12.00pm |
