Kelly's Directory Of Bromley Bickley Chislehurst & Orpington 1928

Kelly's Directory of Bromley Beckenham Chislehurst & Orpington 1928

Unlock the past with this fascinating and invaluable 1928 edition of Kelly's Directory. This meticulously compiled volume offers a detailed and comprehensive portrait of the communities of Bromley, Beckenham, Chislehurst, and Orpington at the end of the Roaring Twenties.

Perfect for genealogists and local historians, this directory provides a unique window into the lives of your ancestors and the fabric of their daily lives. Inside you will find:

Street-by-Street Residential Listings: Find the head of household and their occupation for almost every address in the covered districts.
A Complete Commercial Directory: A classified list of trades and businesses, from bakers and butchers to solicitors and surveyors, along with a separate alphabetical list of merchants.
Official & Civic Information: Details on local councils, magistrates, clergy, doctors, and public officials.
Local Services & Transport: Information on post offices, carriage companies, and omnibus routes that connected the towns.
Period Advertisements: A gallery of authentic ads that showcase the products, services, and language of the era