Wright's Directory Of South Derbyshire 1874

Wright's Directory of South Derbyshire 1874 - Digital Download or CD-ROM

Step back into the Victorian era with this high-quality reproduction of Wright's Directory of South Derbyshire, 1874. An essential resource for local historians, genealogists, and anyone researching their family tree in the Derbyshire area.

Published during the height of Queen Victoria's reign, this fascinating directory provides a detailed snapshot of South Derbyshire’s towns, villages, and parishes. Inside, you will find historical and topographical information for the area, alongside comprehensive listings of local residents, tradesmen, farmers, and officials. It’s the perfect tool for bridging the gap between the 1871 and 1881 census records, allowing you to pinpoint exactly where your ancestors lived and what they did for a living.

Format & Navigation Details: This product is available exclusively as a Digital Download or on a CD-ROM. Please note that because this is a digitized archive created from scanned images of the original book, the text is not searchable by keyword. However, Wright's directories were meticulously compiled in strict alphabetical order by surname and by village/township. This makes navigating the digitized pages incredibly fast and intuitive—you can easily click through to the section you need and scroll straight to the names you are researching, just as you would with a physical book.

Key Features:

• High-Resolution Scans: Clear, easy-to-read images of every page from the original 1874 publication.
• Victorian Trades & Residences: Discover your ancestors' occupations and exact addresses.
• Local Histories: Includes background information on the parishes, manors, and notable institutions of South Derbyshire.
• Convenient Formats: Choose between an instant digital download (great for immediate research) or a physical CD-ROM sent via post (perfect for offline use or a gift).
• Compatible: Files are provided in a standard PDF format, readable on almost any computer, tablet, or phone using free software like Adobe Reader.

Ideal for: Tracing Derbyshire surname lineages, house history research, understanding Victorian social history, and finding the exact locations of your 19th-century farming or tradesman ancestors.