Kelly's Directory Of Cambridgeshire 1937

Kelly's Directory of Cambridgeshire, 1937 - A Timeless Gateway to the Past

Step back in time to 1937, a world on the cusp of momentous change, and explore the heart of Cambridgeshire with this meticulously detailed and invaluable directory. Published by the venerable Kelly's Directories Ltd., this volume is more than just a book; it is a vivid snapshot of life, trade, and community in the county just before the Second World War.

Whether you are tracing your family history, researching the evolution of your local village, or simply fascinated by the social fabric of a bygone era, this directory is an essential resource. Uncover the names of your ancestors, discover the trades that defined the local economy, and walk the streets of Cambridge and its surrounding towns as they were over 85 years ago.

Inside this fascinating time capsule, you will find:

Street-by-Street & Private Resident Listings: A comprehensive A-Z of private residents, their occupations, and their addresses for major towns like Cambridge, Ely, Wisbech, and March.
Commercial & Trade Directory: The "Yellow Pages" of its day, detailing every business, shop, and tradesperson from blacksmiths and bakers to solicitors and seed merchants. Discover who supplied the county's daily needs.
Official Information: Complete listings of county and local council officials, magistrates, clergy, doctors, and public servants, providing a clear picture of the area's governance and social structure.
Local & Practical Information: Details on postal services, transport links (including train and bus timetables of the era), courts, churches, and schools.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Trace family members, locate their homes, and understand their professions.
Local Historians: Build a detailed picture of Cambridgeshire's social and commercial landscape.
House Historians: Uncover the history of your property and its former inhabitants.
Anyone with a love for Cambridgeshire: A nostalgic and revealing look at the county's rich heritage.
This is a rare opportunity to own a primary source document that brings the history of Cambridgeshire to life. Add this indispensable piece of local heritage to your collection and unlock the stories of 1937