Kelly's Directory of Cambridge 1974

Kelly's Directory of Cambridge, 1974: A Time Capsule of the City

Step back into the Cambridge of 1974—a city of ancient colleges and budding technology, of traditional market stalls and the dawn of the "Cambridge Phenomenon."

Before the internet, before Google Maps, there was Kelly's Directory. This meticulously compiled volume is more than just a book; it's a complete snapshot of daily life in the city. It’s the key to unlocking who lived where, which businesses thrived on the high street, and how the city was structured in this pivotal decade.

Whether you're tracing your family tree, researching local history, or simply feeling nostalgic, this directory is an indispensable portal to the past.

Inside, you will discover:

A Complete Street Directory: An alphabetical, house-by-house listing of Cambridge's roads and lanes, showing the head of household or business at every address.
The Private Residents Section: An A-Z of every named householder in the city, perfect for genealogists tracking down relatives.
A Classified Commercial Directory: Find every trade and profession, from accountants and architects to watchmakers and wool merchants. Discover the shops, pubs, and factories that defined the local economy.
Official Information & Institutions: Details on the City Council, university officials, churches, schools, hospitals, and public services.
Authentic 1970s Advertisements: A fascinating collection of period ads, offering a charming glimpse into the fashions, products, and consumer culture of the era.
Who is this for?

Genealogists & Family Historians: Reconnect with your Cambridge ancestors and build a vivid picture of their lives.
Local Historians & Researchers: An essential primary resource for studying the social and commercial fabric of 1970s Cambridge.
Former & Current Residents: Take a nostalgic stroll down the streets of your memory and see how much has changed.
Writers & Novelists: Add authentic detail to stories set in mid-20th-century England