Bennett's Business Directory Of Cornwall & Monmouthshire 1898

Step Back into 1898 with Bennett’s Business Directory of Cornwall & Monmouthshire

Unlock the secrets of your family’s past with this beautifully preserved digital edition of Bennett’s Business Directory of Cornwall & Monmouthshire 1898. An essential resource for genealogists and local historians, this fascinating volume provides a detailed snapshot of the commercial and residential landscape at the end of the Victorian era.

Inside this directory, you will discover thousands of names, trades, and addresses. Whether your ancestors were shopkeepers, blacksmiths, farmers, or private residents, this directory places them directly within their community, offering valuable context for your family tree that standard census records simply cannot provide.

Product Format & Navigation This product is available as an instant digital download or on a CD-ROM. Please note that this is a high-quality collection of scanned images (PDF format) of the original book. The text is not electronically searchable. However, because the original directory was compiled alphabetically by surname and trade, locating your ancestors is incredibly straightforward and highly intuitive—simply scroll to the correct letter of the alphabet to find the section you need.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Covers both Cornwall and Monmouthshire in a single volume.
• Victorian Trades & Professions: Discover exactly what your ancestors did for a living.
• Private Residents Listed: Find where prominent (and everyday) citizens lived.
• Authentic Historical Feel: View the original pages exactly as they were printed in 1898, complete with period typography and advertisements.
• Convenient Access: Choose between a CD-ROM sent directly to your door, or a digital download for instant access on your computer, tablet, or phone.

Whether you are tracing a specific Cornish surname or mapping the business history of Monmouthshire, this 1898 directory is a treasure trove of historical data waiting to be explored.