Hall's Directory Of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet 1851

Hall's Directory of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet

Imagine the sights and sounds of 1851. The Great Exhibition is dazzling London, and along the bustling banks of the River Thames, the towns of Gravesend, Milton, and Northfleet are alive with commerce, industry, and community. Now, you can walk their streets and meet their people.

Hall's Directory is more than a book; it's a time capsule. This definitive guide offers an unparalleled window into Victorian life, providing a detailed and fascinating portrait of these historic towns at a moment of profound change.

What Treasures Await Inside?

A Who's Who of the Town: Discover the names and addresses of thousands of private residents, from prominent merchants to humble tradesmen. Is your ancestor among them?
The Heart of Commerce: Explore the classified trades directory and find every blacksmith, grocer, innkeeper, and tailor in town. Understand the local economy that shaped daily life.
Pillars of the Community: Find the town's officials, magistrates, clergy, surgeons, and solicitors—the figures who governed and cared for the local population.
A Glimpse into Victorian Daily Life: Delight in the original advertisements, promoting everything from patent medicines to the latest fashions. These are not just ads; they are pieces of social history, revealing the hopes, needs, and aspirations of the era.
An Invaluable Resource For:

Genealogists: Trace your family's footsteps, confirm their residence, and discover their occupations. Add rich context to your family tree.
Local Historians: Reconstruct the town's layout, its key businesses, and its social structure in the mid-19th century.
Social Historians & Students: Gain primary source insight into urban development, class structure, and commerce in Victorian England