City of York & District Family History Society
26 Nursery Road, Nether Poppleton
York YO26 6NN
The society covers the modern Archdeaconry of York which stretches from Coxwold, Hovingham and Sherburn in Harfordlythe in the North to Ledsham, Birkin, Selby and Drax in the South. As well as from Bramham, Bilton and Sherburn in Elmet in the West to Huggate and Bubwith in the East.
Council for British Archaeology
St Mary's House, 66 Bootham
York YO30 7BZ
The CBA is an educational charity working across the UK. We have been campaigning for the better care of Britain's archaeology for more than 60 years.
Fulford Battlefield Society
Parish Hall, School Lane
York YO10 4LR
Fulford Battlefield Society formed to raise funds for research, to preserve the battle site and promote the Battle of Fulford to a wider audience. The battle took place 5 days before Stamford bridge and a few weeks before the clash at Hastings.
Harrogate & District Family History Society
16 Swinborne Close
Harrogate HG1 3LX
We promote and encourage the public study of both family and local history in the Harrogate and surrounding areas. We also promote the preservation, security and accessibility of archive material.
Selby & District Family History Group
9 Larkfield Road
Selby YO8 9AS
Formed in May 2001 from a short Workers Education Association Family History Course, it has developed into a group where experienced members offer help and advice to those that require it.
Swaledale & Arkengarthdale Archaeology Group
Hazel Brow House
Richmond DL11 6NE
SWAAG is a group of enthusiasts in the northernmost Yorkshiredales who are contributing to the knowledge base of the history of our dales through archaeological and related activity. SWAAG, affiliated with the Swaledale Museum, work under the guidance and supervision of Tim Laurie, the leading expert on prehistoric landscapes in the area.
University of York - Institute for the Public Understanding of the Past
HRC, Berrick Saul Building University of York
York YO10 5DD
The Institute for the Public Understanding of the Past researches how narratives of the past function in our society and how identities are constructed in the present, using the past.
Upper Dales Family History Group
Croft House, Newbiggin in Bishopdale
Nr Leyburn DL8 3TD
The aim of the group is to support those members whose ancestors had their roots in Wensleydale and Swaledale. These ancestors often wandered far and wide so it is not surprising that our members' genealogical interests spread nationally and internationally.
Wharfedale Family History Group
Hideaway Cottage, Middle Lane, Kettlewell
Skipton BD23 5QX
If your roots are in Wharfedale or further afield you will find help and encouragement in this fascinating hobby by joining the Wharfedale Family History Group.
Young Archaeologists' Club
St Mary's House, 66 Bootham
York YO30 7BZ
The first element of the Young Archaeologists' Club is our UK-wide club. This is based around subscription to our magazine, Young Archaeologist, which is packed with news, features, competitions, letters and pictures from members, and hands-on activities to try at home.