Using all the primary sources including church registers, civil records, census returns, etc., we have compiled a large database of information on Laois and Offaly families going back over the centuries. Most of our records pertain to the 19th century, but some church registers date back to the 18th century. Since 1983 we have processed thousands of enquiries, mainly from Australia, Britain, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa and USA. Increasingly we receive queries from people living in Ireland. We are glad to say that many enquiries have had a successful outcome. Our Centre is in the unique position of having researchers with a great local knowledge of the sources and the area we deal with. On occasion we get vague enquiries but local knowledge can bring about a successful outcome.

Our research staff are very professional in dealing with enquiries be they from personal callers or through the mail. They provide a service of the highest quality. No time or effort is spared in providing the customer with as much information as is available. For those who cannot yet make the vital connection with the correct location in Ireland, it is essential to search several sources in your home country, which may hold that all important piece of information to get started. We will be happy to send those wishing to stay in the area, while searching for family roots, information on accommodation and other tourist information. Should the enquirer have interests in other parts of Ireland we will be glad to refer the query to the appropriate county centre.

~~Please note our records are NOT open to the public~~