Kelly's Directory Of Eastbourne Hailsham & Neighbourhood 1965

Kelly's Directory of Eastbourne, Hailsham & Neighbourhood 1965

Step back into the vibrant mid-1960s with this fascinating and invaluable snapshot of life in East Sussex. Published in 1965, this classic Kelly's Directory is an essential primary source for anyone with an interest in the people, places, and businesses of Eastbourne, Hailsham, and the surrounding villages.

More than just a list of names, this directory is a time capsule that captures the community on the cusp of great change. It provides a unique, street-level view of the area, making it an indispensable tool for research and a delightful journey for the nostalgic.

Inside this volume, you will discover:

Street Directory: A comprehensive, street-by-street listing of private households and commercial premises. Find out who lived at your address or who your ancestors' neighbours were.
Private Residents Directory: An alphabetical list of the heads of households, perfect for quickly locating family members and their addresses.
Commercial & Trades Directory: A classified list of businesses and tradespeople, from bakers and butchers to builders and bank managers, revealing the commercial heart of the community.
Official & Local Information: Details on local council officials, magistrates, clergy, doctors, schools, post offices, and transport connections.
Period Advertisements: A wonderful collection of contemporary advertisements, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the products, services, and graphic design of the swinging sixties.
Who is this for?

Genealogists & Family Historians: Pinpoint ancestors' homes, discover their occupations, and build a vivid picture of their daily lives.
Local Historians & Researchers: Trace the development of streets, research the history of local businesses, and understand the social fabric of the area in the post-war era.
Residents & Nostalgia Seekers: Revisit the streets of your youth, remember forgotten shop names, and relive the atmosphere of your home town as it was over half a century ago.
This is a genuine piece of social history and a powerful key to unlocking the stories of the people who shaped this corner of Sussex. An essential addition to any local history or genealogy collection.