Isle of Wight Vital Records

Overview:
These records are published online by the Isle of Wight Family History Society.


 * Birth records 1837-1971 and 1990-2000.
 * Marriage records 1837-2000.
 * Death records 1837-1970 and 1990-2000.

Content:

 * Full name or names.
 * Year of event.
 * District where the event was recorded.
 * Reference in the register.

In the case of births the mother’s maiden name is included so that you can find children that did not live long enough to appear in the censuses.

Internet Address:

 * http://www.isle-of-wight-fhs.co.uk/

or search Google for Isle of Wight Family History Society

Using the site:
1. On the left side, click BMD Index in Progress.

2. Click on Births or Marriagesor Deaths.

3. Type a surname and forename (given name).

4. Select one year, or up to five years.

5. Click Submit to Search Program.

Cost:
Free

Tips:
Other resources are available on the site besides the vital records.


 * If no mother’s maiden name was listed the child may have been born out of wedlock.
 * Copies of the individual records can be requested from the site, but checks in Sterling are requested. However, you can contact them by e-mail and make arrangements to pay by credit card.