Research and learning

We have resources to help you find the records you need, understand them and learn about their historical context. You'll find information for family and local historians, teachers, students, academics - in fact anyone with an interest in history.

Research guidance

Guides to help with your research, whether you're just starting out or want to explore a subject in more depth.
Online exhibitions

In-depth explorations of historical topics, drawing on images, documents and film from The National Archives.

Education

Online resources, workshops and videoconferences for teaching and learning history.
Reading and using documents

Find out how to handle our documents and use the online tutorials to read Latin and old handwriting.

Academic research

Resources for students, academics or people engaged in in-depth private study.
Paid research

Use our paid search service or find an independent researcher.