OnLine Parish Clerks for the County of -- Lancashire --

Opportunities to Volunteer

All of the information on this site is collected and transcribed by volunteers. We welcome offers of help from those who visit our site and who would like to join in this exciting project. Most volunteers become involved in transcribing Lancashire parish records, but there are also opportunities to help collect other material such as historical data and photographs. If you have a particular parish of interest, and especially if you happen to live locally or know a lot about the parish, you may be able to help collect and present this information.

Transcribing parish records can be very rewarding. No previous experience is needed, nor do you need any specialist equipment. You do not have to live in Lancashire, nor do you have to live near to a record office or library. Our transcribers come from all over the world. You do need to have access to a computer with spreadsheet software (Excel, Open Office or Works), and be familiar with the basics of using one. Volunteers are given full instructions and support, and there is an opportunity to try out the task of transcribing before you commit yourself further.

We will be starting our next recruitment round in September 2009, so please revisit this page then if you’re interested in joining us. Hope to see you soon!