The Post Office Directory Of Brighton & Hove 1846

The Post Office Directory of Brighton & Hove, 1846 (Digital Download or CD-ROM)

Step Back in Time. Walk the Streets of Victorian Brighton & Hove from Your Own Home.

Unlock the secrets of your Brighton & Hove ancestors and the world they inhabited in 1846. This meticulously preserved digital edition of The Post Office Directory of Brighton & Hove is your personal time machine to a pivotal year in the city's history, long before the age of telephone books or online databases.

This is not a transcribed, searchable database. Instead, you will receive a complete, high-quality digital scan of the original book, presented as a series of crystal-clear images. This authentic format preserves the charm, character, and historical integrity of the original 1846 publication, allowing you to see the directory exactly as your ancestors would have.

A Treasure Trove of Historical Information
Imagine finding your great-great-grandfather listed as a "Mariner" on West Street, or discovering the address of the "draper" shop your great-great-grandmother managed. This directory provides a fascinating snapshot of the town's residents, trades, and social structure. Inside, you will find:

Alphabetical Lists of Private Residents: The heads of households, their occupations, and their street addresses.

Commercial & Trade Directories: A comprehensive classified list of every business, from bakers and blacksmiths to solicitors and surgeons.

Street Directories: A house-by-house listing of the principal streets, helping you to build a picture of the neighbourhood.

Official Information: Details of local government officials, clergy, doctors, schools, and public institutions.
Easy Navigation, Authentic Experience

While this is a scanned image product and not text-searchable, its intuitive alphabetical structure makes it remarkably simple to navigate. The directory was designed for quick look-ups, and that ease-of-use is retained in this digital format. Simply open the file and scroll to the section you need:

Looking for a person? Jump straight to the alphabetical list of residents.
Researching a trade? Go directly to the classified commercial section.
Exploring a specific street? Find the dedicated street index.
This hands-on approach connects you more deeply with the past. It’s the joy of discovery, just as if you were turning the fragile pages of the original book in a local archive.

Perfect For:
Family Historians & Genealogists: Break down brick walls by pinpointing where your ancestors lived and what they did for a living in 1846.

Local Historians & Researchers: Gain invaluable insights into the social and commercial fabric of mid-19th century Brighton & Hove.

House History Enthusiasts: Discover the original occupants of your period property.
Writers & Novelists: Add authentic detail and colour to stories set in the Victorian era.

Product Specifications & Delivery:

Format: High-resolution PDF files, presented as exact digital replicas of the original 1846 directory pages.
Availability: Choose your preferred format:

Digital Download: Get instant access after purchase. A download link will be sent directly to your email. No waiting, no shipping fees!

CD-ROM: A physical disc will be shipped to your address. Perfect for collectors or those who prefer a tangible backup.

Important Note: This product consists of scanned images and is not text-searchable. Navigation is achieved by scrolling through the intuitively organised alphabetical and classified sections.

Don't let your family's story remain in the past.
Add this essential piece of Brighton & Hove's history to your digital library today and start making connections that will last for generations.