# Family History Helpdesk

Family History Helpdesk at Valence House, Friday 30 October 2026, until 30 Mar.

- Price: Free
- Venue: Valence House, Becontree Avenue, RM8 3HT Dagenham
- Go to page: https://valencehousecollections.co.uk/events/family-history-helpdesk/

Family History Helpdesk is a drop-in session for people researching their family history, whether beginners or those who have hit a brick wall. Expert volunteers at Valence House offer help at the Local Studies Library in the Visitor Centre. It takes place on the last Tuesday of each month, except December due to Christmas closure. Entry is free and first come, first served.

## Dates

- Tuesday 29 September until 30 Mar — Valence House

Written by a model, sources: [valencehousecollections.co.uk](https://valencehousecollections.co.uk/events/family-history-helpdesk/)

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