THE Northwich branch of the Family History Society of Cheshire is this year celebrating 30 years of continuous meetings.

Meetings, commencing at 7.30pm, are held at the Methodist Church Hall, Beach Road, Hartford on the second Monday of the month, when members and visitors are entertained by a guest speaker.

For the meeting on March 9, a talk will be given by James Sutton on The Cashbook of James Buckley of Cranage Forge, followed by celebratory cake and drinks.

Members are encouraged to attend and visitors would be welcome. Details are available at northwichfhs@gmail.com

Dave Thomas