Archive researchers (record agents)

Plymouth and West Devon Record Office cannot undertake research on behalf of enquirers.

We will confirm, on request, the availability of records held here. Brief checks of our place-name, personal name and subject indexes will be undertaken, though we cannot guarantee to do this immediately for telephone enquirers.

If it is impossible to visit the Record Office you may wish to pay an agent to make searches on your behalf. The following is a list of people who undertake such research at Plymouth and West Devon Record Office. It does not constitute a recommendation, and all arrangements are private agreements between the parties concerned.

Plymouth City Council can accept no responsibility for the quality of the work, nor for the fees charged.

Please note that, where applicable, we have indicated the range of work an agent is able to offer. In some instances the range of work offered is limited. Please try to choose an agent whose work matches your needs. When you contact the researcher with instructions please make these as clear and as specific as you can. A stamped addressed envelope or international reply coupon in the first instance is always appreciated. Please do not assume that researchers have access to a computer or email.

• Miss C F Belam, MA Certificate in Genealogy (London)
  Undertakes family and local history enquiries, specialising in Devon.
  The Strole, West Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JH
  
  
• Mrs M Holland
  All general enquiries undertaken.
  14 Morley View Road, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 4JY
  
  
• C Massey
  Undertakes family history enquiries and local history enquiries for Plymouth and the Tamar Valley.
  Clearmist, Sandhill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DR
  Email: info@findourroots.com
  
  
• Mrs S Roberts, BSc
  All general enquiries undertaken
  28 Hillside Avenue, Mutley, Plymouth, PL4 6PR
  Email: sjr.research@blueyonder.co.uk
  
  
• Mr P Towey BA, (Hons) Diploma in Genealogy
  All general enquiries undertaken
  20 Skylark Rise, Plymouth, PL6 7SN
  Email: petertowey@blueyonder.co.uk