David Barton · Genealogist & Historical Researcher

28/02/2026

Demystifying DNA for Family Historians. At the end of the course you will have a toolbox of techniques to interpret your DNA matches with increased confidence. https://www.pharostutors.com/demystifying-dna-for-family-historians

28/02/2026

Researching Your Yorkshire Ancestors. Throughout this course you will learn the historical background to Yorkshire, an understanding of administrative units and where records are held; the impact of the Industrial Revolution on family history; the breadth of occupations and the influence of religion. https://www.pharostutors.com/researching-your-yorkshire-ancestors

25/02/2026

A week of celebrating our 21st anniversary with webinars based on the theme The Ones Who Got Away.

25/02/2026

Unlocking Heraldry. We will examine the components of an achievement of arms and the language of heraldry and you will learn to blazon simple coats of arms. https://www.pharostutors.com/unlocking-heraldry-for-family-historians

23/02/2026

Unexpected DNA Results – with Michelle Leonard

DNA can break brick walls — but it can also bring surprises. Join Michelle Leonard of Genes & Genealogy for a full-day online course on how to identify, understand, and work through unexpected DNA results.

You’ll learn how to:
• Spot unexpected matches
• Analyse close and distant DNA surprises
• Work step by step with mystery matches
• Learn from real case studies

Recordings included (available until 14 April 2026)

📅 28 March 2026 | 14:00–20:30 | Online
👉 Book now and gain confidence in your DNA research

16/02/2026

On my wish list!

Unlocking Heraldry. The course is an introduction to heraldry. We will examine the components of an achievement of arms and the language of heraldry, how to begin to identify an unknown coat of arms and where to dig for more genealogical information. https://www.pharostutors.com/unlocking-heraldry-for-family-historians

13/02/2026

We are very much looking forward to this Lichfield Festival talk with Tracy Borman next month!

13/02/2026

I very much enjoyed this Pharos Tutors course which will be invaluable when I get round to doing some of my Pringuer One-Name Study again!

Practicalities of a One Name Study. The course is designed to enable students to explore the practical steps of maintaining and developing their one-name study through a variety of mediums. https://www.pharostutors.com/practicalities-of-a-one-name-study

13/02/2026

Missed this, but looking for to Lecture 14 which is on this very topic!

The Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies                       Terms and Conditions 80-82 Northgate Canterbury Kent, CT1 1BA UK Tel: +44 (0)1227 768664

13/02/2026

: Join us for a one-day conference about the local history of the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May!

Find out more: https://www.balh.org.uk/yorkshire26

13/02/2026

Demystifying DNA for Family Historians. This introduction to DNA testing starts at the beginning, providing you with the tools to understand and demystify genetic genealogy for use in your own research. https://www.pharostutors.com/demystifying-dna-for-family-historians

13/02/2026

Our Advanced Certificate is for anyone thinking of becoming a Professional Genealogist and looking to get a good foundation in genealogy. https://www.pharostutors.com/family-history-certificates