Keighley and District FHS

Keighley and District Family History Society was created in 1986 by a small group of individuals interested in researching Family History.

Originally there was a focus on the West Riding of Yorkshire town of Keighley. It soon became apparent however that there was significant interest from the outlying districts. Through this interest the Society has expanded to what we have today, covering quite a large area of the County of Yorkshire, especially North Yorkshire. The specific area can be seen in detail by visiting the page 'Area Covered'.

We now have a wide network of members from all around the globe and communicate with them regularly via the Journal, the Internet and the Exchange Journals we receive from other Societies.

Family history is the focus of our research, helping members to find out details of their own families.

We are a member of the Federation of Family History Societies, being willing to promote their aims and help and encourage those who share the same interests as we do.

We hope you will find whatever information you require and also take advantage of the friendship we offer. If there is information or particular items you would like to see on this site, please contact the Web Manager.

Keighley News Article 15^th December.
A petition is being launched opposing plans to sell a lodge used as offices at Utley Cemetery. It was revealed earlier this year that cemetery lodges were among buildings being earmarked for possible sale by Bradford Council to save money.

An e-petition is open requesting the House to enact legislation allowing the General Register Office of England and Wales the ability to issue "un-certified" research copies of birth, marriage and death certificates at a much reduced cost.

The Petition,  which closes on the 12 August 2012, can be viewed here.