Page's Late Folthorp's Directory & Court Guide Of Brighton & Hove 1870

Page's Directory & Court Guide, 1870

Step onto the bustling pavements of 1870 Brighton and Hove. Hear the cry of the gulls, the rumble of horse-drawn carriages along the seafront, and the lively chatter in the Lanes. This is not just a book; it is a time capsule, a key that unlocks the world your ancestors inhabited.

Published as the successor to the respected Folthorp's directories, Page's Late Folthorp's Directory & Court Guide of Brighton & Hove for 1870 is the definitive guide to the town at the height of its Victorian popularity. It meticulously catalogues every layer of society, from the aristocracy in their elegant squares to the artisans in their workshops.

What Awaits You Inside:

The Court Guide: Peer into the lives of the elite. Discover the private residences of landed gentry, visiting nobility, high-ranking military officers, members of the clergy, and leading professionals like doctors and solicitors.
The Commercial Directory: Reconstruct the town's commercial heart. Find your great-great-grandfather's grocery, a watchmaker's shop, a draper's emporium, or a shipbuilder's yard. Trades are listed alphabetically, making it easy to trace the businesses that formed the backbone of the community.
The Street Directory: Take a virtual walk down every street. This invaluable section lists the principal householder or business at each address, allowing you to build a precise picture of who lived where, from the grand houses of Marine Parade to the cottages of the surrounding villages.
Official Information & Advertisements: Immerse yourself in the details of daily life. Find the times of the mail coaches, the locations of banks and post offices, lists of local officials, and a treasure trove of original Victorian advertisements promoting everything from "miracle cures" to the latest fashions and seaside bathing machines.
Who Is This For?

The Genealogist: Trace your family tree with precision. Find ancestors, confirm their occupations, and pinpoint their exact homes.
The Local Historian: Understand the social and economic fabric of Brighton & Hove during a pivotal period of its development.
The Writer & Researcher: Add authentic, rich detail to your historical novels or academic work with real names, places, and businesses.