Starting a Genealogy Service at Kingdom Research

Launching Kingdom Research: Genealogy Services Rooted in the Heart of the East Neuk of Fife

The East Neuk of Fife, with its sweeping coastal villages, medieval churches, and rich agricultural heritage, holds centuries of untold stories. Every stone wall, parish record, and fisherman's cottage has a narrative to share. It’s from this historically vibrant setting that Kingdom Research was born — a new, dedicated genealogy and local history service committed to reconnecting people with their roots.

At Kingdom Research, we believe that every family history is a tapestry woven from threads of migration, love, hard work, and resilience. Whether your ancestors toiled in the fishing villages of Pittenweem, tilled the soil around St Monans, or sailed from Anstruther’s harbour centuries ago, we are here to help you rediscover and celebrate their legacies.

Visit us at www.kingdomresearchfife.com to learn more and start your own journey into the past.

About Kingdom Research

Founded in 2025, Kingdom Research is the culmination of years of academic study, professional training, and personal passion. My own journey into genealogy began as a personal interest — a simple curiosity about my family’s story that quickly blossomed into a lifelong pursuit of historical truth.

To deepen my expertise, I pursued a Masters (MLitt) degree in Family and Local History at the University of Dundee. Dundee’s program is one of the most highly regarded in the UK, offering advanced instruction in historical research methods, archival work, paleography, and the careful interpretation of family documents and public records. My studies there refined my research techniques, strengthened my analytical skills, and most importantly, ignited a deeper love for uncovering the often-hidden stories of ordinary lives.

This academic foundation, coupled with a deep knowledge of Fife’s local history and Scottish records, has equipped me to offer professional, sensitive, and thoroughly researched services for individuals and families seeking to discover their roots.

Our Services

At Kingdom Research, we offer a full suite of genealogical and historical research services tailored to your unique needs:

Family Tree Construction

We specialise in building detailed, documented family trees tracing your lineage through generations. Whether you want a simple ancestral chart or an in-depth, narrative family history, we can deliver.

Ancestral Location Research

Wondering exactly where your ancestors lived, worked, and worshipped? We offer localised research throughout Fife, especially the East Neuk, helping you pinpoint ancestral homes, farms, and parishes. We can even map out heritage tours for those wanting to walk in their ancestors’ footsteps.

Document Retrieval and Analysis

Scottish genealogy often requires access to old parish records (OPRs), valuation rolls, kirk session minutes, wills, and testaments. We can locate, transcribe, and analyse historical documents to provide accurate and illuminating details about your ancestors’ lives.

DNA Test Consultation

While we do not provide DNA testing directly, we offer consultations on interpreting DNA results from companies like AncestryDNA and MyHeritage. DNA evidence, when combined with traditional research, can be a powerful tool for uncovering new branches and breaking through "brick walls."

House Histories

The East Neuk is filled with historic properties whose stories often mirror those of the people who lived there. We offer property history research for owners or enthusiasts keen to uncover the lineage of a building or land.

Scottish Emigration Studies

Many Scots left Fife for opportunities abroad during the 18th and 19th centuries. If you have ancestors who emigrated to North America, Australia, or elsewhere, we can trace their journeys and uncover their stories across the seas.

Heir Tracing and Probate Research

We assist solicitors, estate managers, and private clients in locating missing heirs or verifying genealogical evidence for probate cases.

Why Choose Kingdom Research?

Genealogy isn’t just a job for us — it’s a vocation. At Kingdom Research, you’ll find:

• Academic Rigor: Our MLitt training from the University of Dundee means every piece of research is carefully sourced, cited, and cross-checked for accuracy.

• Local Expertise: Growing up in and around the East Neuk has given us an intimate knowledge of the region's landscapes, communities, and historical resources.

• Personalised Approach: No two family histories are the same. We offer custom-tailored research packages based on your interests, goals, and budget.

• Ethical Standards: We adhere strictly to professional ethics, ensuring client confidentiality, honesty in findings, and transparency in billing.

• Passion and Dedication: Your ancestors' stories matter deeply to us. We take the time to honour them with the respect, patience, and enthusiasm they deserve.

The East Neuk of Fife: A Treasure Trove for Family Historians

The East Neuk, with its picturesque fishing villages and fertile farmland, is a genealogist’s dream. The area boasts well-preserved parish records, extensive kirk session minutes, and surviving monumental inscriptions in ancient graveyards — all invaluable for tracing families back centuries.

Whether your forebears were crofters, fishermen, merchants, or ministers, the East Neuk offers a wealth of resources to build compelling, authentic family histories.

Our local connections also mean we can access smaller archives, local libraries, and private collections that are often overlooked by larger, non-specialised genealogy firms.

How to Begin Your Journey

Getting started with Kingdom Research is easy:

1. Visit our Website: Head over to www.kingdomresearchfife.com and browse our services.

2. Submit an Inquiry: Fill out a simple contact form describing what you already know and what you hope to discover.

3. Free Consultation: We offer a free initial consultation to discuss the scope of your project and suggest research strategies.

4. Research Proposal: After the consultation, you’ll receive a detailed proposal with timelines and pricing.

5. Discovery and Delivery: Watch as your family history comes alive, culminating in a fully documented and beautifully presented final report.

Final Thoughts

Starting Kingdom Research has been a dream long in the making. Combining the academic rigour gained at the University of Dundee with a lifetime passion for history and genealogy, we are proud to offer this service to Fife and beyond. The East Neuk’s unique history deserves to be remembered, and we are honoured to help reconnect families with their remarkable pasts.

Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to dive deeper into a well-established family line, Kingdom Research is here to guide you through every step of the journey. Your history awaits — let's discover it together.

Visit us today at www.kingdomresearchfife.com.

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