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Keep up to date with my latest family history blogs, tips and news from the world of Scottish Genealogy as well as a little more of me, Sarah!

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Useful Guide to Scottish Valuation Rolls

Read this blog to find out how Scottish valuation rolls can improve your family history research or even your house history research.
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The Nisbet or Nesbitt Surname

Are you related to a Nisbet or Nesbitt? Would you like to know more about this Scottish surname?
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The Metcalfe Surname

Are you related to a Metcalfe? Would you like to know about the origins and meaning of the surname?
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My Ancestor was a … Postal Worker

Did someone in your family work for the Post Office or Royal Mail in the UK?
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Montgomery Surname

Are you a Montgomery? Read on if you want to know about this interesting surname ...
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My Ancestor Was A … Whisky Distiller

Did your ancestor work in the Scottish whisky distillery industry? If so, this blog may be of interest to you...
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The Birrell Surname

The Birrell Surname

Read about the Birrell Surname and where it comes from...
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Researching an ancestor’s job

Read about the top 5 sources for researching your ancestor's job
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