Staffordshire Record Office
Staffordshire Record Office and Stoke-on-Trent Archive Service's 7,000 plus collections of records cover over 1,000 years of history.
Housing a vast collection of historical documents and records related to the county of Staffordshire. this public institution is a valuable resource for researchers, genealogists, and historians interested in exploring the region's past.
Over five miles of shelving house records of the county's history, and enable research into a multitude of subjects, including family history, local and community history, and social and economic history.
Explore the archives
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Staffordshire by browsing through the extensive collection of documents, including parish registers, maps, deeds, and photographs.
Genealogical research
Trace your family history and discover your ancestors' stories using the wealth of genealogical records available. The Records Office holds birth, marriage and death certificates, plus census data, wills and electoral registers, that may help your investigations.
Visitor information
Address
Eastgate Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2LZ
01785 278379
Opening times
Tue-Fri, 10.00am – 4.00pm Sat, 9am – 1pm (3rd Saturday of the month only)
Exclusions and safety measures
Social distancing and hygiene have been put in place for your safety. A limited number of research spaces is available. Visits are by appointment only, with timed arrival slots. Documents must also be requested in advance.
Please email staffordshire.record.office@staffordshire.gov.uk to make an appointment or discuss your research.
Closed on Sunday, Monday, bank holidays, most Saturdays
Refurbishments
We are planning to redevelop the site in 2022-2023 to create the Staffordshire History Centre. This is subject to a successful funding bid. Please check our website for further details.
