Where are the National Archives in Kew?

Richmond
Our address is: The National Archives, Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 4DU.

What records are held at Kew?

We have a large collection of digitised public records. Visit Discovery for online access to these records, including Prerogative Court of Canterbury wills, Cabinet papers and First World War medal index cards. Many other records can be viewed in our reading rooms at Kew.

Can you search the National Archives for free?

We are making digital records available on our website free of charge for the time being, while our reading room services are limited. Registered users will be able to order and download up to ten items at a time, to a maximum of 100 items over 30 days.

When did the National Archives move to Kew?

1977
Moving records The Public Record Office moved the majority of its holding from their former home in Chancery Lane to the new purpose-built Kew site in 1977.

Can anyone go to the National Archives?

Anyone can use the National Archives. You do not need to be an American citizen or to present credentials or a letter of recommendation.

Can I go to the National Archives?

You can visit the National Archives, nationwide, to: View exhibits of historical records and presidential papers: The Public Vaults and the Charters of Freedom (the Declaration of Independence, The Constitution, and the Bill of Rights), located in Washington, D.C.

How do I trace my grandfather’s war record?

Other ways to find service records

1. the Commonwealth War Graves Commission website.
2. the Armed Forces Memorial roll of honour.
3. the National Archives for service records from 1913 to 1920 or service records before 1913.

Are UK death records public?

Under UK law, death certificates are known as Public Records which means that any person can apply for a copy of any certificate, providing that they know the details of the death that is required.

Can you search the National Archives online?

Archives Library Information Center (ALIC) Search their online catalog for holdings of the Archives libraries in Washington, DC and College Park, MD. Additionally, ALIC’s Reference at Your Desk feature provides quick access to online resources on many diverse subjects.

Is the National Archives reliable?

The site is definitely a research-based resource. You won’t see bright colors, animation, or other items that make it feel like it was designed for kids. However, its content can help kids learn about history, the U.S. population, and government and can be used to supplement papers, reports, and classroom instruction.

Where are the National Archives in London?

Richmond upon Thames
Location. The National Archives is based in Kew in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames in south-west London. The building was opened in 1977 as an additional home for the public records, which were held in a building on Chancery Lane.

How much does it cost to visit the National Archives?

Individuals and groups may reserve up to 15 spaces for the Guided Tour. The service charge for online reservations is $1.00 per person; admission to all of the National Archives Museum exhibits is free.

Where was the Public Record Office in London?

The Public Record Office (abbreviated as PRO, pronounced as three letters and referred to as the PRO), Chancery Lane in the City of London, was the guardian of the national archives of the United Kingdom from 1838 until 2003, when it was merged with the Historical Manuscripts Commission to form The National Archives, based at Kew.

When was the National Archives at Kew formed?

Government department and executive agency reporting to the Lord Chancellor, formed in April 2003 by bringing together the Public Record Office (PRO) and the Historical Manuscripts Commission (HMC) to become The National Archives (TNA) at Kew, Surrey.

How to contact Kew Public Record Office, Kew?

If you provide contact details, we will be in touch about your request within 10 working days. Need more context? View the catalogue description for PRO 42 Enter the tag you would like to associate with this record and click ‘Add tag’. Please ensure the tag is appropriate for the record. Help us improve catalogue descriptions by adding tags .

Is the National Archives part of the Public Record Office?

The National Archives (and before it the Public Record Office) has long had a role of oversight and leadership for the entire archives sector and archives profession in the UK, including local government and non-governmental archives.