Worrall's Directory Of Stockport Macclesfield Chapel En Le Frith 1872

Worrall's Directory of Stockport, Macclesfield & Chapel-en-le-Frith (1872) Your Gateway to Victorian Life

Step back in time to the heart of Victorian England. Imagine the bustling streets of Stockport, the silk mills of Macclesfield, and the market town charm of Chapel-en-le-Frith in the year 1872. This meticulously reproduced edition of Worrall's Directory is not just a book; it's a time capsule, offering an unparalleled snapshot of the communities, trades, and people who lived and worked in these historic Cheshire towns.

More than a simple list of names, this directory is a rich resource that brings the past to life. It serves as a vital "census substitute," filling the gaps between official census years and providing details that no other single source can offer.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will discover:

Comprehensive Trade Directories: Find your ancestors by their profession! From bakers and blacksmiths to innkeepers and ironmongers, see the commercial landscape of the town laid out in detail.
Court & Private Residents: A list of prominent private citizens, gentry, and professionals with their residential addresses—perfect for locating family homes.
Local & Civic Officials: Discover who held the reins of power, including town council members, magistrates, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters.
Transport & Communication: Details of carriers, coach services, and postal arrangements, showing how people and goods moved around the region.
Institutions & Societies: Information on churches, schools, hospitals, and local organizations that formed the backbone of community life.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Be fascinated by original advertisements for local businesses, products, and services. These offer a unique and often charming glimpse into the consumer culture of the day.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Trace your Cheshire family history, break down brick walls, and add rich context to your ancestors' lives between the 1871 and 1881 censuses.
Local Historians: Research the social and economic structure of Stockport, Macclesfield, and Chapel-en-le-Frith during the peak of the Industrial Revolution.
House Historians: Uncover the previous owners or occupants of a specific property.
Writers & Students: Add authentic, meticulously researched detail to historical novels, articles, or academic projects