Family History

The Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain was founded in 1841 and the society published The List of Members, Associates and Apprentices from 1841-1868. If your ancestor was practicing pharmacy at this time, they may be in these lists.

From 1868-2010 it was compulsory for Chemists and Druggists and Pharmacists to register with the society and these registers are held by the RPS Library, along with The Register of Premises published from 1936-2010. If your ancestor was practicing pharmacy at this time, they will be in this register.

We welcome enquiries to use our family history resources. Access to the registers is free of charge but by appointment only. To book an appointment, contact [email protected].