Mathews Bristol & Clifton Directory 1851

The Mathews Bristol & Clifton Directory 1851

Unlock the vibrant world of mid-19th-century Bristol with this exact reprint of the coveted Mathews Bristol & Clifton Directory for 1851. More than just a list of names, this fascinating volume is a time capsule, offering an unparalleled snapshot of a major British city at the height of its Victorian prosperity.

The year 1851 was pivotal—the year of the Great Exhibition and a national census. This directory serves as the perfect companion to the census, providing rich detail that census records alone cannot offer. Discover not just who lived in Bristol, but what they did for a living, where their businesses were, and how the city was structured.

Inside this invaluable primary source, you will find:

A complete Street Directory: An alphabetical list of streets, lanes, and terraces in both Bristol and Clifton, showing the head of household or business at each address.
A comprehensive Commercial & Trade Directory: Find your ancestors or historical figures by their profession, from bakers, blacksmiths, and masons to solicitors, merchants, and surgeons.
A Court Directory: Listings of the gentry, nobility, clergy, and public officials residing in the area.
Local & Civic Information: Details on the Corporation, magistrates, public institutions, societies, and transport (including postal routes and cab fares).
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Illustrated ads for local businesses, providing a unique and colourful insight into the products, services, and language of the era.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Trace your Bristol and Clifton ancestors, pinpoint their homes and workplaces, and build a vivid picture of their daily lives.
Local Historians: Research the evolution of the city's streets, businesses, and social structure.
House Historians: Discover the previous occupants of your property and their stories.
Anyone with a love for Victorian history: Immerse yourself in the atmosphere and energy of a bygone age