Free testing available!

In order to widen the geographical coverage of this project, the Morley Y-DNA Project is offering four free 12-marker Y-DNA tests. We seek male Morleys to represent the following regions:

• Lincolnshire (with preference to the Bottesford/Scunthorpe area)
• Norfolk/Suffolk
• Lancashire
• West Yorkshire

One free test per region of origin. Test subjects do not have to live in one of these regions.

Approximate value: 35 GBP (49 USD + one-way shipping) each

Shipping: shipping to the test subject is covered. The test subject is responsible for shipping the kit back to the lab (< 5 GBP).

To be eligible for this offer, you must:

• be male;
• possess the Morley surname (by birth);
• provide a reasonably well-documented Morley lineage, rooted in one of these four regions and dating back to 1837 or earlier. The earlier, the better.

Interested in a Morley line from one of these areas, but aren't a male Morley? Why not recruit one of your male Morley relatives?

12-marker Y-DNA testing, although basic by today's standards, is often sufficient for grouping people with the same surname. A significant mismatch at the 12-marker level will rule out a connection. Further testing is often needed to confirm a connection between Morleys matching at the 12-marker level. Think of this initiative as a preliminary survey. We value breadth over depth.

For further information, see our project FAQ and other links in the left-hand panel.

To apply, please contact the project administrator (Chris Morley). He has the final say in selecting the recipients of these free tests.