The Post Office Directory Of Cambridgeshire 1865

Step Back in Time: The Definitive 1865 Post Office Directory of Cambridgeshire

Unlock the door to Victorian Cambridgeshire. This meticulously reproduced facsimile of the 1865 Post Office Directory is more than a book; it is a time capsule, offering an unparalleled snapshot of life in the county over 150 years ago. Walk the cobbled streets of Cambridge, trace the trade routes along the Fens, and meet the people who shaped this historic landscape.

Compiled in the golden age of the British Empire, this directory is an indispensable primary source for anyone with a passion for local or family history. It provides a fascinating and detailed cross-section of society, from the dons of the University to the farmers in the marshlands, from the prosperous merchants to the skilled artisans.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Comprehensive Street Directories: A house-by-house, street-by-street listing of the principal occupants and businesses in Cambridge, Ely, Wisbech, and other major towns.
Court & Private Residents: An alphabetical directory of the county's gentry, professionals, clergy, and prominent tradespeople, with their residences and occupations.
Commercial & Trades Directory: A classified list of every conceivable trade and profession. Find your ancestor the blacksmith, the draper, the innkeeper, or the banker.
Parish & Village Information: Invaluable details for every village, including the Lord of the Manor, the parish priest, population figures, and principal landowners.
Official Information: Listings for county courts, local government officials, post offices, and their collection times.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: A captivating collection of period advertisements, offering a unique insight into the products, services, and language of the day.
Who Is This For?

Genealogists: Trace your Cambridgeshire ancestors, pinpoint their homes, and discover their occupations.
Local Historians: Research the social and economic fabric of your town or village during a pivotal period of change.
House Historians: Uncover the history of your property and its former inhabitants.
Academics & Researchers: A vital resource for studies in Victorian social history, economics, and demographics