Bulmer's Directory Of West Cumberland 1883

Step Back in Time to Victorian West Cumberland: Your Essential Guide to 1883

Unlock the door to your Cumbrian past. This is a complete facsimile reprint of the coveted Bulmer's Directory of West Cumberland for 1883—a true time capsule and an indispensable resource for anyone with a passion for the history and people of this vibrant, industrial region.

Imagine the year is 1883. The air in towns like Whitehaven, Workington, and Maryport is thick with the smoke of industry. The ports are bustling with ships carrying coal and iron to the world. This was the heart of the Industrial Revolution, and this directory places you right in the centre of it.

More than just a list of names, Bulmer's Directory is a detailed snapshot of life as it was lived. Within its pages, you will discover:

Comprehensive Town & Village Histories: Detailed descriptions of the topography, history, and principal buildings of major towns and villages, from Cockermouth to Egremont.
Street-by-Street & Private Resident Listings: Walk the virtual streets of 1883. Find the homes of your ancestors, discover their neighbours, and learn their occupations.
Commercial & Trade Directories: A fascinating A-Z of every trade and profession. Find the blacksmiths, bakers, grocers, solicitors, and shipbuilders who formed the backbone of the local economy.
Official Information: A complete listing of local officials, Members of Parliament, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters, providing a clear picture of the area's governance and social structure.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Be captivated by period advertisements for everything from patent medicines to the latest fashions, offering a unique and often charming insight into the aspirations and daily life of the Victorians.
Who is this for?

The Genealogist: Trace your family tree, locate ancestors, and build a vivid picture of their lives and community.
The Local Historian: Research the development of towns, the rise and fall of industries, and the social fabric of West Cumberland.
The Social Historian: Gain a primary-source understanding of Victorian society, commerce, and culture in a key industrial region