Local Studies and Family History Sources
Catalogues to the Local Collection
Because most of the stock has to be stored behind the scenes it is essential to use the various catalogues and indexes to make the best use of the collections. Staff will be pleased to help you to use the catalogues and fill out slips to order items you require.
Local Studies Sources
These include:
- Journals and periodicals
- Local newspapers
- News cuttings
- Maps
- Illustrations and photographs
- Census Enumerators’ returns
- Bradford Council documents
- Trade Directories
- Parish and Nonconformist Register copies
- General Register Office Index (St. Catherine’s House index)
- Monumental Inscriptions
- Pamphlet collections
Many of these sources have guides to help you through them. Follow the link below under "Related Links" for a list of guides.
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Local Studies Guides
