Frequently Asked Questions:
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Where can I obtain copies of Norfolk Record Society publications?
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Does the Norfolk Record Society provided research facilities?
Q: What is the Norfolk Record Society?
A: The Norfolk Record Society (NRS) is a society that publishes original source material relating to the history of Norfolk. A new volume is published each year.
Q: Where can I find Norfolk Record Society publications?
A: Copies of the Norfolk Record Society publications are available from:
Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, at the Forum in Norwich
Some other Norfolk libraries may have volumes. To check individual titles in the county libraries please search the Norfolk Library and Information Services, online library catalogue, choose a 'Keyword' search and enter the volume title or search by Norfolk Record Society.
Some other University libraries may have volumes.
Q: Where can I obtain copies of Norfolk Record Society Publications?
A: The NRS website gives a complete listing of all volumes which can be
ordered direct from the society with a summary of their contents.
For
our latest available publications list.
Volumes that are no
longer available from the society do occasionally appear in local second
hand book shops or auctions,
Second-hand Bookshops
Tombland Bookshop in Norwich, can be contacted on 01603 490000 or by email: sales@tomblandbookshop.co.uk
Local Auctions Houses
Q: Where are the Society's Records/Archives?
A: The Society has collected over the years, many original records relating to Norfolk, these include the society minute books. These have been deposited in the
Norfolk Record Office and are available for public consultation.
Q: Does the Norfolk Record Society provided research facilities?
A: The NRS does not have the capacity to provide any research facilities, but is happy to point you in the right direction.
Q: Does the Norfolk Record Society hold regular meetings?
A: The Society holds a launch event (which includes an introductory lecture) every time a new volume is published. Detail of this can be found on the
events page.
We also have a triennial general meeting which is held in conjunction with the appropriate volume launch. Details of this can be found on the
events page.
Q: I have a proposal for a publication. What do I need to do?
A: If you have a idea for a publication you will need to submit a formal proposal outline with a sample of the material to the appropriate Editor. You can email this to the
society or post it to the Editor or Hon Secretary. Our contact details are available on the
contacts page.
Q: How do I become a member?
A: Further information about membership is available on our
membership page. To become a member of the Society you need to complete the membership application form which is available from our
forms page. The completed membership form with the appropriate payment should be returned to the Hon Treasurer who’s details are on
contact page.
Q: I’m trying to trace a relative: what should I do?
A: The society is unable to offer any genealogical research, so it is best to contact the
Norfolk Family History Society who may be able to provide further information and guidance.
Q: How can I get in touch with the society?
A: Click here for ours contacts
page. Here you can find the postal address for the officers and our email address.
Q: Where can I find Records relating to Norfolk?
A: Information about Norfolk can be located at the following places:
Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, at the Forum in Norwich
Q: What other Record Society’s are there?
A: A list of similar societies can be found from a links on the
links page.
Q: How do I submit a link for your links page?
A: Please read our Linking Policy for further information [provide hyperlink]
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