TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? LIVE The live event format of the hugely popular BBC TV series, Who Do You Think You Are? takes place for a third consecutive year at London’s Olympia on the brand new show dates of 27 February – 1 March 09 and promises to deliver the most comprehensive resource for any family historian.

Who Do You Think You Are? LIVE, sponsored by Ancestry.co.uk and powered by The Times Archive, is a one-stop-genealogy-shop which showcases 200 exhibitors who collectively provide you with records, information and services for you to take your research one step further. Nowhere else will you find the level and range of expertise to help you research the lives of your ancestors as well as a mix of celebrities from the TV programme to both inspire and entertain.
The show will be brimming with well-known historians each offering an insight into moments of our history in workshops as well as one-to-one sessions. Visitors can look forward to seeing new, exciting features which delve deeper into the subject including area. Here’s a preview of what’s in store:

SOCIETY OF GENEALOGISTS FAMILY HISTORY SHOW with TheGenealogist.co.uk  – held for the 17th consecutive year, this is the place to speak directly to family history societies from across the land. You’ll also find specialist researchers and businesses who provide a rich research resource unlike any other.

ASK THE EXPERTS – get a 20 minute one-to-one session with an expert. Ever felt like you wanted to speak to someone face to face who could help you with a problem? A visit to this area of the show is a must for anyone who is stuck and needs help.

SOCIETY OF GENEALOGISTS WORKSHOPS – with over 80 seminars running during the event you’ll be sure to find one to help you with your area of research.  Drop into a workshop and hear from the UK’s leading specialists plus overseas experts who can help you take your search abroad. Plus, a brand new Regional Workshop in association with The Federation of Family History Societies is being introduced to help you tap into knowledge from regional experts from up and down the country.

WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? THEATRE – here you will hear the stories from celebrities from the TV show first hand. Plus, you can quiz them yourselves as you have the chance to ask them the questions about their story!

MILITARY MEMORABILIA CHECKPOINT – find out the stories and history of your military artefacts and heirlooms by the most respected experts in the UK.
NEW AREAS – this year you can also expect to see areas dedicated to DNA, photography and preservation of memories, ancestral tourism and travel and International record holders.

BUY 2 FOR 1 TICKETS!

We’re giving you the chance to buy two adult tickets for the price of one – that’s just £20*! To claim this special offer, simply call 0844 412 4629 or visit www.whodoyouthinkyouarelive.co.uk and quote SPECIALOFFER.

Q JUMP ticket – if you want to beat the queues, a new ticket has been introduced to help you do just that. For £22* you can gain fast track entry into the show and Ask the Experts plus three guaranteed workshop sessions of your choice.

GROUP TICKETS - If you would like to book for a group of 10 people of more, you can buy two tickets for £16*

*£2 transaction fee applies. 2 for 1 offer ends 20th February 09. On Door standard entry tickets priced at £20 each. Q Jump tickets not available on the door.  Workshops and theatres are included in the ticket price but entry is provided on a first come first served basis and is subject to availability.