Kelly's Directory Of Hampshire & The Isle Of Wight 1920

Kelly's Directory of Hampshire & The Isle Of Wight 1920 Your Gateway to the Post-War World

Journey back to a pivotal moment in British history with this meticulously reproduced edition of Kelly's Directory for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, 1920. In the aftermath of the Great War, as the nation began to rebuild and a new decade dawned, life in these historic counties was a unique tapestry of tradition and change.

This indispensable volume is more than just a list of names; it is a living portrait of a community. It provides an unparalleled snapshot of the social, commercial, and civic landscape just over a century ago. Whether you are tracing your family tree, researching the history of your house, or exploring the rich past of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, this directory is your key to unlocking the stories of the past.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Comprehensive Street-by-Street Listings: Find private residents, their occupations, and their addresses for towns and villages across the entire region.
Commercial & Trade Directory: A complete classified directory of tradesmen, merchants, and professionals—from blacksmiths and bakers to solicitors and doctors. Discover the businesses that formed the backbone of the local economy.
Court & Official Information: Detailed listings of nobility, gentry, clergy, magistrates, local councillors, and public officials, offering a clear view of the county's power structure.
Local & Municipal Data: Information on local councils, churches, schools, charities, and public institutions.
Transport & Communication: Details on carriage, omnibus, and train routes, as well as postal information, showing how people and goods moved around the county.
An Indispensable Tool For:

Genealogists: Trace your ancestors, confirm addresses between census years, and uncover their daily lives and professions.
Local & House Historians: Reconstruct the social and commercial landscape of a specific street or building, and learn who lived and worked there.
Social Historians & Researchers: Gain invaluable insight into the class structure, economy, and daily life in post-WWI southern England