Research Centre Open

Crewe Research Centre

The Brierley Business Centre is situated on Mirion Street, with free on-site parking and some disabled parking spaces. The Research Centre occupies Units 3 and 4 on the ground floor. Press the doorbell button for FHSC on the left-hand side of the main entrance doorway, one of our volunteers will come to the door and let you in, or you may be simply 'buzzed' in. 

FREE access to Ancestry, FindMyPast, British Newspaper Archive and The Genealogist

An extensive library of books and the Crewe Collection (formerly Crewe and District Local History Archives)

We would normally ask that you book if you are travelling any distance so that we can be sure that you have the equipment, resources and volunteer available to you. Please contact Margaret Spate with requests for either day on   adding "Research Centre" in the subject line.

For full details of our holdings, please see the Crewe Research Centre Library Holdings lists in the Public Library.

We look forward to welcoming both current and new members to the Crewe Research Centre, not forgetting any new volunteers.

NORTHWICH MEETING MONDAY 11th MAY2026

Northwich Group

Talk given by Margaret Roberts, Chair of the society.

COUNTRY SEATS AND SPORTING FEATS

This talk explores the rich sporting heritage of Britain's country houses, looking at sport in the country house over the centuries. This includes hunting, shooting, cricket and tennis, from the medieval period to the 20th century. While the talk draws on examples from across the UK, special attention is given to Tabley House and its estate.

Research Centre Open

Crewe Research Centre

The Brierley Business Centre is situated on Mirion Street, with free on-site parking and some disabled parking spaces. The Research Centre occupies Units 3 and 4 on the ground floor. Press the doorbell button for FHSC on the left-hand side of the main entrance doorway, one of our volunteers will come to the door and let you in, or you may be simply 'buzzed' in. 

FREE access to Ancestry, FindMyPast, British Newspaper Archive and The Genealogist

An extensive library of books and the Crewe Collection (formerly Crewe and District Local History Archives)

We would normally ask that you book if you are travelling any distance so that we can be sure that you have the equipment, resources and volunteer available to you. Please contact Margaret Spate with requests for either day on   adding "Research Centre" in the subject line.

For full details of our holdings, please see the Crewe Research Centre Library Holdings lists in the Public Library.

We look forward to welcoming both current and new members to the Crewe Research Centre, not forgetting any new volunteers.

Open Meeting at Crewe Research Centre along with a Maps and Military Book Sale

Crewe Research Centre

Visit the 'Crewe Research Centre.' as the venue for our meeting this month, please come along and take the opportunity to view the resources we have for reseachers, as well as ask questions about using FHSC improved website.

We will also be holding a dedicated sale of Maps and Military themed books, perfect for those with a passion for these areas or looking to expand their research resources. 

Free entry

Refreshments available 

Open Forum - Recording your Family History

Sale Group

Open Forum - Recording Your Family History A group discussion on the best ways to record your family history, What software to use? What other ways can you record your family history