History buffs can roll back the years to more than a century ago following the unveiling of a new service by the Government's records office.

This week saw the launch of 1901 census records held by the Public Record Office on-line at www.census.pro.gov.uk. Those interested can access information via 15 Internet terminals at the council's History Centre, Trinity Street which can be found at www.worcestershire.gov.uk/records.

Visitors to the national Government site have been warned to expect delays due to a high level of interest.