Pike's Directory Blue Book Of Folkestone Hythe & Sandgate 1890-1891

Step Back in Time: Unlock Your Folkestone, Hythe & Sandgate Ancestry with Pike's 1890-1891 Blue Book

Were your ancestors walking the bustling streets of a Victorian seaside resort? Were they tradespeople in a historic market town? Now you can find out.

Step into the twilight of the 19th century with this stunning digital replica of Pike's Directory Blue Book Of Folkestone, Hythe & Sandgate for 1890-1891. This is more than just a book of names; it's a time capsule that places your ancestors directly into the vibrant community they called home.

For the genealogist, this directory is an absolute goldmine, providing the crucial context that brings a family tree to life. It bridges the gap between census years and reveals the daily fabric of your ancestors' existence.

What Treasures Await You Inside?

Court Directory: A comprehensive list of private residents, gentry, clergy, and local officials. Discover the prominent members of society and see if your family name is among them.

Street Directory: An invaluable A-to-Z of streets where you can find the head of the household for nearly every address. Perfect for confirming residency, finding neighbours (who could be relatives!), and understanding the neighbourhood.

Commercial & Trades Directory: Discover your ancestor's occupation! Find listings for everyone from innkeepers and shipwrights to bakers, drapers, and solicitors. This section reveals the economic life of the town and your ancestor's role within it.

Local Information & Officials: Details on local councils, churches, schools, and public institutions, helping you understand the governance and social structures that shaped your ancestor's world.

Charming Victorian Advertisements: Browse period advertisements for local businesses. You might even find an ad for your ancestor's shop or trade!

Why This Directory is Essential for Your Research:

Break Down Brick Walls: Find relatives who appear between the 1881 and 1891 censuses.

Confirm Residences: Corroborate addresses found in other records like birth, marriage, or death certificates.

Discover Occupations: Add rich detail to your family story by learning what your ancestors did for a living.

Build a Community Profile: Understand who your ancestors' neighbours were, potentially uncovering previously unknown family connections or in-laws.

Add Flesh to the Bones: Move beyond names and dates to imagine the sights, sounds, and social atmosphere of their Victorian lives.

Don't let your family's story in late-Victorian Kent remain a mystery. Add this invaluable resource to your genealogy toolkit and walk the streets of your ancestors' past.