Yes, you can discover your heritage

Unlock the secrets of your past with resources and guides tailored for new ancestry explorers and absolute beginners.

Find My Ancestors is a friendly, beginner-focused genealogy helper made especially for people who want to trace their Scottish, Irish and British family history but aren’t sure where to start.

I created this site because I was in your shoes not long ago. Curious, a bit overwhelmed, and tired of clicking through dozens of confusing ancestry record sites.

I’m definitely not a genealogist or an expert. I’m just someone who wanted to know where I came from. Now I’m sharing what I learn as I go.

What you’ll find here

• Step-by-step help for building your own family tree
• Beginner-friendly resources for UK and Irish ancestry
• Advice on free tools, DNA tests, and how to avoid dead ends
• Encouragement when things don’t go to plan (which happens!)

This site is for everyday people, not professionals. If you’re just getting started with genealogy, I hope you find this a welcoming, supportive space.

Let’s discover your roots together.