About Me

My name is Tim Hughes, and I am a professional, independent historical researcher. I live in Twickenham with my wife Sabine, and our three young children - Lisa, Stanley and Anabel. This page gives some background information about myself, my qualifications and experience.

I am a member of the AGRA (Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives). The association will only accept applications for membership after scrutinising examples of research reports, consulting previous clients, and verifying the level of professional experience.

Curriculum Vitae Born London 1964 Education St Paul's School 1977-81 Trinity College Oxford 1982-5, MA (Hons) Work History Public Record Office 1982 Banker in the City of London 1985-92 Freelance research 1992 - Present

Between school and university I was employed at the Public Record Office (now renamed as the National Archives), and was fascinated by the variety, and quantity, of historical information stored there. During my years working in merchant banking, I pursued my interest when possible, and finally decided to concentrate on research full time.

In 1997, I assembled a team of experienced researchers and consultants to form:

'Tim Hughes & Associates'

Over the last few years we have steadily grown in terms of turnover and personnel and, in 2002, the organisation was accepted for membership by the Guild of Master Craftsmen.