Athena Ancestry

Professional, Qualified & Friendly Genealogists

Let's discover your ancestors' stories.

For a FREE, no hassle initial consultation, please get in touch. We’d love to hear from you

Find your story

Where do you come from? Are you descended from princes or paupers, from heroes or villains, from mansions or miner’s cottages?

We can help you to find your ancestors and hear their stories. We are professional, qualified and friendly genealogists, based in Wales, UK. We have helped people from all over the world to discover their family history. With over 25 years’ experience, we’d love to help you find your story too.

Our clients say

"Wow - we had such a great day yesterday! I loved it all. Thank you so much for making all of that happen."

Melinda H. (USA, 2025)

Vising Ancestral Home and Living Relatives

"Goodness, what a wonderful message to awake to this morning. I am very keen to know how you managed such a miracle!"

Kathy V-E. (USA, 2024)

Brickwall Welsh Ancestor

"Friendly and approachable... we worked out a budget together....fascinating insight into my family history. Mike was genuinely enthusiastic about the project..."

Angharad T. (Wales, 2023)

Family History

"This is absolutely fabulous... A great piece of work...for all those who gave their lives.... My thanks to you from myself and the family.

Ricky F. (Wales, 2022)

Ancestor's WW1 Story

"J. is so happy and after 74 years she now knows her true grandmother. I wish I could have shared the moment with you. I haven’t seen such a big smile on her face for a long time."

Sue D-R. (Wales, 2022)

Family History

"Well, I don't know what to say apart from WOW! Absolutely fab... I can't thank you enough ... I am going to have glass of wine, and look through all information you sent me ..."

Suzy G. (England, 2019)

Brickwall Busted

"Thank you very much for ...solving the problem with my mum... everything fits together. We are all very pleased ... Your findings have finally allowed us to put closure & we feel at ease knowing the outcome.

Sue H. (Wales, 2025)

Adoption Mystery

"Thank you for the work you have undertaken. My dad is very pleased..I can now visit the grave and put flowers on it. We're gald we have met you!"

Martin H. (Wales, 2025)

Finding Burial Location

"You have been amazing Mike. Thank you so much. I'll never forget the role you played in finding my father, half-siblings, and cousins. It has opened up a whole new world...."

Jo M. (England, 2024)

DNA Analysis - Unknown Parent

"I have the report with me as well as the book you recommended. You truly go above & beyond & have been sensitive to my journey. I imagine it will be an emotional experience & want you to know I appreciate your empathy."

Mary B. (USA, 2024)

Finding Welsh Roots

"Fantastic! What more can I say. An extremely professional service that went above and beyond. We could not be happier.... I would highly recommend Michael for your research."

Annette H. (England, 2023)

Family History & DNA Analysis

"Your report on Percy was brilliant, not a dry eye in the house. It is very difficult to imagine what they went through."

Richard D. (England, 2023)

WW1 Soldier Profile

"Thank you for the comprehensive report. It has been fascinating to learn about what happened to my grandmother ...."

Rowan M. (England, 2023)

'Lost Ancestor'