PROFESSIONAL FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH

& Genealogical Problem Solving Service

Research Fees

Genealogical Research

Scotland's Greatest Story charges at a rate of £9 per half hour's research, with a one hour minimum at £18.

In addition, we charge for any expenses incurred, such as the cost of an access pass to the General Register Office for Scotland at £10, and travel (usually £20 to Edinburgh). All records are transcribed, though copies of records can be purchased, which will be charged at the rate demanded by the archive holding them.

At each stage of the research we will consult you in advance to notify you of what the basic costs are likely to be. In advance of the first day's research a deposit is asked for via PayPal, to cover the first hour's research and travel costs, and if the visit is to the GROS, the access pass cost will also be asked for in advance. Upon completion of the task, the balance will be invoiced via PayPal. On subsequent visits, no deposit will be required.

Ancestral Tourism

Should you wish for help in planning a genealogical holiday, Scotland's Greatest Story can help research your family history requirements prior to your visit, and can also accompany you on aspects of your trip.

Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your needs.

Surname Research

Should you require information on the various surnames within your tree, such as their derivation and earliest known recorded use, we can happily oblige. Each surname looked up will be charged at £2.