Lorraine Whale
Professional Genealogist serving Hampshire, West Sussex, and Beyond
I provide professional genealogical and house history research for clients across Hampshire, West Sussex and beyond.
Whether you are interested in discovering more about your family history or uncovering the story of your house, I offer accurate, thorough and individually tailored research.
My family history research has included a wide range of occupations and backgrounds, from agricultural labourers and shoemakers to members of the Royal Navy and British Army. I enjoy tackling complex genealogical problems, piecing together evidence from a variety of archival sources to reconstruct the lives of past generations.
I also specialise in house history research, investigating properties ranging from Victorian terraces and historic rectories to 17th-century thatched cottages. By combining documentary evidence with local historical sources, I help reveal how homes and the people who lived in them have changed over time.
Based on the Hampshire–West Sussex border, I regularly undertake research throughout southern England. However, family history rarely remains within county boundaries, and my research has followed families across the UK, from Somerset silk weavers who settled in Bethnal Green to families whose journeys took them from Sussex to Devon and then on to Wales. Wherever your ancestors lived, I can help trace their lives and place them in their historical context.
I hold a Diploma in Genealogy from the Institute of Heraldic & Genealogical Studies (IHGS) and, as a member of the Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives (AGRA), I am committed to maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards in genealogical research.
Call me on 07724041823 for a 30-minute free, no-obligation discussion about your research.
Contact Lorraine Whale
Telephone: 07724041823
Mobile: 07724041823
Email: lorraine@timefliesancestry.co.uk
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Emsworth
Hampshire
Lorraine has done a wonderful job researching my ancestors. I have been very impressed with the breadth and accuracy of her research. The presentation book I commissioned is a treasure trove of information, not only on births, deaths and marriages but the book also contains historical data and maps that are important when understanding how and where your family used to live. I highly recommend Lorraine's work.
Sally; Surrey, England
First class researcher. Very pleasant and co-operative. The finished history of the family house is a triumph. Written with accuracy and humour. Highly recommended if you wish your family and/or house history researched. Well done Lorraine and thank you.
Ian, House in Hampshire
My experience with Lorraine from Time Flies has been extremely positive. I would like to thank her for her understanding, her empathy and her brilliant expertise in the area of genealogy and historic research. She has been a great listener and confidante over the past few months. I was so pleased that I went through this process with Time Flies. Lorraine made a difficult project seem easy. That is the sign of someone who knows and loves what they are doing. The end result is a professional glimpse into our family history, that you feel has been done with love and empathy. I would thoroughly recommend Lorraine and Time Flies.
Helen Dickinson, Liverpool
Specialities
- Family History
- Sussex Research
- Hampshire Research
- House History
- The National Archives
- Land, Manorial and Estate Records
- Military & Naval Research
- One to One Research Advice
- Emigration and Immigration
- Family Trees
