Deacon's Court Guide Gazetteer & County Blue Book Sussex 1881

A Victorian Portrait of Sussex: The Complete Deacon's Court Guide, Gazetteer & County Blue Book, 1881

Published in 1881, Deacon's Court Guide is far more than a simple directory—it is a window into the lives, landscapes, and structures of a bygone age. This is the definitive resource for anyone serious about exploring the county's 19th-century history.

This elegant volume was the essential "who's who" of its day, detailing the lives of the gentry, professionals, and influential families who shaped the region. For the family historian, it provides the crucial link between the names on the 1881 census and their actual homes and social standing. For the local historian, it paints a vivid picture of every town, village, and parish.

Inside this invaluable guide, you will discover:

Private Residents & County Families: A comprehensive list of the gentry, clergy, doctors, lawyers, and other professionals, with their private addresses.
Commercial & Trade Directory: Find the shopkeepers, merchants, and artisans who formed the backbone of Sussex's towns and villages.
Detailed Gazetteer: Fascinating descriptions of every parish, hamlet, and town, including historical notes, prominent landmarks, and public buildings.
Official County Information: Listings for courts, local government, magistrates, and other civic officials.
Postal & Transport Information: Post towns, coach routes, and travel connections that connected the county.
Who is this book for?

Genealogists: Trace your Sussex ancestors, locate their family homes, and understand their place in society.
Local Historians: Build a richly detailed picture of your community's social fabric in the late 19th century.
House Historians: Uncover the past residents of your historic property.
Writers & Researchers: Access authentic details for novels, academic papers, or historical projects.