How to use our Collection

A description of the services we provide and tips on how to start your research using the archive.

With more time at home, there’s never been a better chance to start your own research.

Advice on starting your research using our archival collection.

Advice on viewing and using records held by State Records.

Original records can be identified and ordered through our catalogue ArchivesSearch for viewing in our Research Centre.

Links to pages containing indexes and special lists.

A summary of digitised records which can be viewed online.

In this section

Your rights as a member of the public under the Freedom of Information Act 1991

Guides to help prepare a history of property, homes and other buildings.

As a member of the public make a Freedom Of Information application directly to the agency holding the documents you wish to access.