1. Using the Database

2. Chapman Codes and Time Period Codes

3. Making Contact

4. Corrections and Additions

5. Deleting your Entry

6. Table of Chapman Codes

7. Table of B&AFHS Date Codes

Using the Database

Type the surname of interest into the search box, click the search button and any matches will be listed.

To find the member's contact details, click on the membership number in the righthand column (mem.#).  You will also be given the option to see all that members interests to see if you have any more names in common.

To return to the contact details, simply click on the membership number (mem.#) again.

Chapman County Codes and Time Period Codes

Rather than spell out names and dates in full, we have used the standard Chapman County Codes, and our own system of codes to show dates.

Making Contact

All the people listed have given their details so that others with similar interests may contact them. You should follow these guidelines when making contact.

First contact should normally be by e-mail or post (enclosing a stamped addressed envelope). Only make first contact by telephone if someone has specifically given a phone number on their personal page.

The idea is to exchange information. Do not expect other people to pass on the results of several years research immediately. Tell them what you already know, and what you are trying to find out. Many contacts will be dead ends, but others will be very fruitful. Many experienced members are very pleased to share their work - be sure to thank them and acknowledge sources if you subsequently use the information in your records.

Do not expect people to reply immediately. They may be away from home, or busy with other things. It may take them some time to assemble the information they want to send you. Also please note that some email links and addresses on the pages will be out-of-date - we rely upon members to notify the Society of amendments (see below).

Corrections and Additions

Please email details of changes, additions or corrections to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , remembering to include your name and membership number and full details of the changes you would like us to make. Please list the details in alphabetical order of surname, and in the format: Surname - Chapman code - Place - Date code.

You can download and print a blank members interests form here so that you can submit a completely new entry. Return it by post to the address shown on the form or scan it and email to Members Interests. Your submission will be acknowledged.

Only paid-up members of the Society can have their interests listed.

Deleting your Entry

Initially, new members request and authorise the listing of their interests on the website by submitting a signed form. If you decide at a later date that you would prefer that your interests were not listed in this way, please send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , for a quick response; alternatively please write to the Webmaster : your data will be deleted as soon as possible after your request is received. If you do not renew your membership, then your interests page should be deleted within three months.

Chapman County Codes

Time Period Codes