Kelly's Directory Of Warwickshire 1940

Kelly's Directory of Warwickshire 1940

Unlock a time capsule from one of the most dramatic years in British history. This is not just a directory; it's a snapshot of Warwickshire life on the Home Front as the nation faced its greatest challenge. Published in 1940, this invaluable volume captures the county at the outset of the Second World War, recording the names, trades, and institutions that defined a generation.

Within these pages, you will walk the streets of wartime Warwickshire. Discover who lived in your village, find the family-run shop on the high street, and see the names of the local officials guiding their communities through the "Phoney War" and into the Battle of Britain.

What's Inside?

Comprehensive Resident Listings: Find private residents and tradespeople listed street-by-street for major towns like Warwick, Leamington Spa, Rugby, and Stratford-upon-Avon, as well as for countless villages.
Commercial & Trade Directories: A complete classified directory of businesses and professionals, from blacksmiths and bakers to doctors and solicitors.
Official Information: Details on local councils, magistrates, clergy, police, and postal services.
Local Insights: Information on carriage and carrier services, connecting communities before the modern road network.
Authentic Advertisements: Period ads for local and national products, offering a fascinating glimpse into the consumer world of 1940.
Who is this for?

Family Historians: Trace your Warwickshire ancestors, pinpoint their homes, and discover their occupations, adding rich context to your family tree.
Local Historians: Research the history of your town or village, understand its social structure, and see how it functioned during a time of national crisis.
Social & Military Historians: Gain a primary-source perspective on life in Britain during the early years of WWII, from local organisations to the businesses supporting the war effort.
Anyone with a Love of Warwickshire: A perfect gift for those with a connection to the county, offering a nostalgic and revealing look into its past.