Pike's Directory Blue Book Of Folkestone Hythe & Sandgate 1892-1893

Step Back in Time: Discover Your Ancestors in Pike's 1892-1893 Blue Book of Folkestone, Hythe & Sandgate

Are you searching for your family's roots on the Kent coast? Imagine walking the streets of Folkestone, Hythe, or Sandgate in 1892. Who lived in that house on the High Street? Who was the local blacksmith your great-grandmother might have known? Now you can find out.

This meticulously reproduced edition of Pike's Directory Blue Book is more than just a list of names; it's a doorway into the daily lives of your ancestors. For the genealogist, it is an indispensable resource that provides the rich detail that census records often miss.

What Treasures Await You Inside?

Street-by-Street Residents: Pinpoint your ancestors' exact address and discover their neighbours, creating a vivid picture of their community.

Trades & Professions: Go beyond a simple occupation. Find out where they worked, who they worked for, and see the commercial landscape of their town.

The "Private Residents" Section: Discover if your family was among the local gentry or prominent citizens listed in this exclusive section.

Civic & Ecclesiastical Directory: See the names of the Mayor, councillors, doctors, and clergy who shaped the world your ancestors inhabited.

Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Enjoy fascinating period ads for everything from local breweries to tailors, giving you an authentic flavour of late-Victorian life.

Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Best Friend:

This directory perfectly fills the ten-year gap between the 1881 and 1901 UK censuses. If your family moved, this could be the only record that places them in Folkestone, Hythe, or Sandgate during this period. It's the key to breaking down those stubborn brick walls.

Don't just collect names—understand their stories. Add this vital piece of local history to your genealogy library and bring the world of your Victorian ancestors to life.