Services

At My Ain Folk we are passionate about Scottish Genealogy and Family History and we want to share our enthusiasm with you. We tailor our research to the individual needs of each client and their unique Scottish Family Tree.

With My Ain Folk you can access the wealth of historical information held in Scottish Archives and discover more about your Ancestors and their place in Scottish History.

We carry out research in Scotland's major archives including:

• General Register Office for Scotland
• National Archives of Scotland
• National Library of Scotland
• Mitchell Library Glasgow
• Scottish Genealogy Society Library
• And many other Archives, Libraries & Local Studies Centres.

We are members of the Association of Professional Genealogists and carry out research on behalf of everyone from the complete beginner, wanting to know who their ancestors were, to the experienced family historian who needs help in accessing a particular record.

My Ain Folk also offers a specialist Palaeography Service for transcribing old documents. Our transcription service is designed specifically for genealogists and the old documents used in family history research including parish records, wills, testaments and deeds.

We can read old forms of English and Scottish handwriting and provide explanations of unusual words and phrases, giving you the help you need to advance in your research.

Are you stuck with your Scottish family tree? Hit a brick wall and not sure where to go from here? Our expert can give you FREE advice on what records may be helpful including the many resources available on the internet. Please visit our website www.myainfolk.com for further details or email your questions to weejeanie@myainfolk.com

Fees

Family History Research

My Ain Folk charge an hourly rate which allows us to tailor our research to the individual needs of each client and their unique family history. Our rate is inclusive of all costs.

£20.00 per hour

Transcription Service

As each document is unique it is impossible to set a standard price. Typical prices are:

From £10.00 per page (depending on age and number of words)
£5.00 per extract (from a parish register etc.)

We accept payment by postal/money order, UK cheque and by Credit or Debit cards through PayPal.

Please to discuss your requirements and get a no-obligation quote.