Hall's Directory Of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet 1876

A Victorian Snapshot: Step into the Streets of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet in 1876

Imagine the gaslit streets, the clatter of horse-drawn carts on the cobblestones, and the bustling activity of the Thames waterfront. The year is 1876. Queen Victoria reigns, and the towns of Gravesend, Milton, and Northfleet are thriving hubs of maritime trade and community life.

Now, you can walk those streets yourself.

Hall's Directory of Gravesend, Milton & Northfleet 1876 is more than just a book; it's a time capsule. This meticulously detailed directory is your personal key to unlocking the world of your Victorian ancestors and the fabric of their daily lives. It’s a treasure trove for anyone passionate about genealogy, local history, or the rich social tapestry of 19th-century England.

What Secrets Will You Uncover Inside?

A Complete Residential Guide: An alphabetical listing of private residents, often including their occupation and street address. Find your great-grandparents, see who their neighbours were, and trace their footsteps through the town.
A Commercial Census: A comprehensive trade directory listing every business from bakers and blacksmiths to innkeepers and ironmongers. Discover the shops that lined the high street and the craftsmen who formed the backbone of the local economy.
The Town's Officialdom: A full register of civic dignitaries, corporation members, clergy, doctors, solicitors, and schoolmasters. Understand the power structures and institutions that shaped the community.
Intriguing Advertisements: Original period advertisements promoting everything from patent medicines to the latest fashions, offering a fascinating and often charming glimpse into Victorian consumer culture.
Essential Local Information: Details on postal services, transport links (including the crucial steamers and railways), public buildings, churches, and schools.
Who Is This Directory For?

The Genealogist: Break down brick walls in your family tree by placing your relatives in a specific time and place.
The Local Historian: Build a vivid, multi-layered picture of your town's past, street by street.
The House Historian: Uncover the story of your Victorian home and its former inhabitants.
The Writer & Researcher: Infuse your work with authentic details and historical accuracy