Eyre's Post Office Directory Of Plymouth & Devonport 1882-83

Eyre's Post Office Directory of Plymouth & Devonport 1882-83

Unlock the vibrant world of Victorian Plymouth and Devonport with this exquisite facsimile reprint of Eyre's Post Office Directory for 1882-83. More than just a list of names and addresses, this volume is a comprehensive time capsule, offering an unparalleled snapshot of life in one of Britain's most important naval cities at the height of the 19th century.

Imagine walking the cobbled streets, hearing the bustle of the docks, and meeting the thousands of people who called this city home. This directory is your key. For genealogists, it's the bridge that connects a name on a chart to a real person with a trade, an address, and a place in their community. For local historians, it's a foundational document for understanding the social, commercial, and architectural landscape of the era.

Inside this essential historical resource, you will discover:

A Complete Residential Directory: An alphabetical list of private residents, featuring their names, occupations, and full street addresses.
A Comprehensive Commercial & Trade Directory: Find every business, from the grand shipwrights and merchants on the waterfront to the local bakers, grocers, and drapers serving the neighbourhoods.
A Street-by-Street Directory: A house-by-house survey of the main thoroughfares, allowing you to see who lived next door and trace the history of a specific property.
Official & Professional Listings: Details of local clergy, doctors, solicitors, bankers, and civic officials, providing a clear picture of the city's power structure.
Fascinating Victorian Advertisements: Original period advertisements for everything from patent medicines to steamship travel, offering a colourful and authentic glimpse into the consumer culture of the day.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Trace your Plymouth and Devonport ancestors, discover their professions, and place them in the context of their community.
Local & House Historians: Research the history of your street, building, or local area and see how it has evolved over 140 years.
Writers & Researchers: Add authentic detail and atmosphere to your work with real names, places, and businesses from the period.
Anyone with a love for history: A fascinating and rewarding read for anyone curious about Victorian life