Bear's Directory Of Margate Ramsgate Broadstairs 1869

Bear's Directory of Margate, Ramsgate & Broadstairs (1869)

Journey to the heart of Victorian England's most fashionable seaside resorts. This is not merely a book; it is a time capsule. In 1869, the Isle of Thanet was a world of gaslit streets, the clatter of horse-drawn carriages, and the invigorating scent of the sea. Now, you can walk those streets again with this exquisite facsimile of J. Bear's renowned Directory.

A Treasure Trove for the Researcher and the Dreamer Alike

For the genealogist, this is a goldmine. Pinpoint your ancestors' homes, discover their trades, and place them within the vibrant fabric of their community. Watch your family tree blossom from a simple chart into a living story.

For the local historian, this is an essential primary document. Map the commercial landscape of the era, uncover forgotten businesses, and understand the social and civic structures that governed these thriving towns. Who was the town clerk? Where did you find a draper, a chemist, or a marine painter? The answers are all here.

For the curious soul, the directory is a portal to another time. Lose yourself in the charming and often verbose advertisements for "Seaside Lodgings," "Patent Medicines," and "Ladies' Fashions." It is a unique and unfiltered commentary on the aspirations, daily life, and commercial spirit of the Victorian age.

What's Inside:

Comprehensive Street-by-Street Listings: Navigate the towns as they were.
Private Residents Directory: An A-Z of the prominent and ordinary citizens.
Classified Commercial Directory: Every trade, profession, and service listed.
Official & Institutional Information: Details on churches, schools, councils, and public services.
Period Advertisements: A fascinating gallery of Victorian marketing and illustration.