PEOPLE wanting to learn more about their ancestors are invited to a family history meeting on Thursday.

Members of the Swindon branch of the Wiltshire Family History Society will be on hand from 7.15pm at the Gorse Hill Community Centre in Chapel Street to answer queries.

Doreen Scott said that it will be an excellent opportunity for people thinking about joining the group to learn more about constructing family trees.

She said: "Once you start looking into your roots you get hooked. The further you go back the more exciting it is."

Jean Cole, who writes for national family history magazines, will also be there. Call 01793 823632 to find out more.