Freebody's Directory Of Derby & Surrounding Towns 1853

Step Back in Time to Victorian Derby

Unlock the secrets of your city's past with this exquisite reproduction of Freebody's Directory Of Derby & Surrounding Towns 1853. A priceless primary source, this rare directory is an indispensable key for genealogists, local historians, and anyone fascinated by the rich tapestry of 19th-century England.

More than just a list of names, this volume is a living portrait of a bustling industrial town on the cusp of the modern age. Walk the cobbled streets of Derby in 1853 and discover the people, places, and enterprises that shaped its future.

Inside this essential historical record, you will find:

Comprehensive Residential & Commercial Listings: Find thousands of named inhabitants, their occupations, and their private or business addresses. Discover the butcher on Sadler Gate, the silk weaver in a nearby village, or the clerk at the town's mill.
Official Civic Information: A complete guide to Derby's Corporation, including the Mayor, Aldermen, Councillors, and key officials, as well as lists of clergy, doctors, lawyers, and other professionals.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Be transported by period advertisements for everything from patent medicines and fashionable clothing to horse-drawn carriages and iron foundries. These ads offer a vivid and often charming glimpse into the commerce and daily life of the era.
Extensive Coverage of Surrounding Towns: Explore the wider region with dedicated sections for key towns and villages, including Belper, Ashbourne, Chesterfield, Ilkeston, and Wirksworth, making it a vital resource for all of Derbyshire.
Practical Information for Daily Life: Discover details on postal services, coach and carrier routes, market days, banks, schools, churches, and public institutions