Kelly's Directory Of Derbyshire 1928

Step back into 1928 Derbyshire with this complete digital reproduction of Kelly's Directory.

Whether you are a genealogist, local historian, or simply curious about your town's past, the Kelly's Directory of Derbyshire 1928 is an absolute goldmine of information. This comprehensive volume provides a fascinating snapshot of life in the county during the late 1920s, just before the sweeping changes of the Second World War.

Inside, you will find detailed historical and topographical descriptions of every town, parish, and village in Derbyshire, alongside invaluable commercial and residential listings. It is the perfect resource for tracing ancestors, discovering the history of your house, or researching local businesses that operated nearly a century ago.

Important Note on Format: This product consists of high-quality, scanned images of the original directory pages. The text is not computer-searchable. However, because Kelly's Directories were meticulously compiled alphabetically by location and surname, navigation is incredibly simple and highly intuitive. You can easily scroll straight to the town or surname you need—no frustrating OCR (optical character recognition) errors to contend with, just clear, authentic images of the original book!

What's Inside:

• County & Town Histories: Detailed backgrounds on Derbyshire's geography, agriculture, industries, and local institutions.
• Private Residents: An alphabetical directory of prominent private citizens (great for finding the "head of the household").
• Commercial Directories: Alphabetical listings of tradesmen and businesses, from blacksmiths and bakers to doctors and innkeepers.
• Official Information: Lists of local council officials, magistrates, clergy, and police officers.
• Local Advertisements: Authentic period adverts that add wonderful context to the era.

Available Formats: Choose the format that best suits your needs at checkout:

• Digital Download: Get instant access! Download the files directly to your computer or tablet and start researching immediately.
• CD-ROM: Prefer a physical backup? Receive the scanned directory mailed directly to you on a CD, perfect for offline browsing.

Unlock the secrets of your Derbyshire roots today with this essential historical guide.