Ask a House Historian

Expert guidance for your DIY house history journey

£125 for a 1-hour research guidance session

House historian, Rebecca Merrifield

Whether you're just starting out or have hit a research roadblock, this one-to-one guidance session with Rebecca will give you clear direction for uncovering your home's story.

This personalized consultation provides expert insights and practical strategies to help you navigate your research journey. Perfect for beginning your search or finding new paths when you've reached a dead end.

What’s Involved?

• 60-minute virtual consultation

• Clear guidance on where to begin (or where to go next)

• Suggestions for online resources to explore

• Tips for overcoming common research challenges

• Direction for your own research journey

Perfect for:

• DIY researchers seeking professional guidance

• History enthusiasts starting their journey

• Researchers who've hit a stumbling block

 • Anyone interested in learning research techniques

 Ready to get started?

How does it work?

  1. Book your session

  2. Share your property's address, any research progress and questions for our call via the form you’ll receive. Please send your completed form at least 5 days before our call to give me time to prepare.

  3. Receive expert guidance during your consultation

  4. Leave with clear direction for your own research journey

Please add support@pursuingthepast.co.uk to your email contacts to ensure you receive your call details and pre-call questions (please check your spam folder and let us know if it hasn’t arrived).

FAQs

  • This is a strategic planning session where Rebecca helps you map out the next steps in your research journey. She'll share expert techniques, recommend the most relevant resources, and help you create a clear plan for uncovering the first (or next) chapter of your home's story.

  • Think of this as your research strategy session. Rebecca will share her expertise to help you plan and structure your own research journey effectively. You'll learn where to look, what to look for, and how to overcome common challenges.

  • The session is designed to focus on your most pressing research questions and create a clear path forward. While we can't cover every aspect of house history research in an hour, we'll identify the most promising starting points or next steps for your specific property. Think of it as creating a focused roadmap for the next phase of your research.

  • Perfect! Whether you're just beginning or have hit a roadblock, Rebecca can help you identify the most promising next steps. She'll review your current progress and help you discover new research pathways you might not have considered.

  • You'll leave the session with:

    • A clear plan for your research journey

    • Knowledge of which resources will be most valuable

    • Professional tips for navigating archives

    • Solutions for common research challenges

    • Confidence in your next steps