Are you descended from royalty?

You could have royal bloodlines that you know nothing about. To uncover your family's royal connections, start by building the branches of your family tree today.

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Historic Royal Palaces care for six of the most wonderful palaces in the world, including HM Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace. We’ve partnered with them to tell the untold stories of people who worked at these royal palaces in centuries gone by. From gardeners to governesses, a new exhibition by Historic Royal Palaces shines a spotlight on their forgotten contributions for the very first time.

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Exploring your royal family story is simple

Findmypast has all the records and features you need to better understand your ancestors, and yourself.

Our team are here to guide you through the process, whether you need help building your tree or searching historical records.

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We'll help you uncover royal roots

Start by creating your family tree for free with Findmypast. For inspiration, you can discover the royal family's tree here.

Your family tree is key

Add what you already know and grow from there, with a wealth of royal records at your fingertips.

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Watch out for orange bubbles on your family tree. They could hold clues to your royal past.

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As your family tree expands, you'll fill it with discoveries and stories fit for a king.

Unearth hidden connections to royalty

Enter a name to see if your relatives worked for the British monarchy. Exclusive records reveal the details of thousands of Royal Household staff, stretching as far back as the 1500s.