Kelly's Directory Of Bromley Bickley Chislehurst & Orpington 1933

Kelly's Directory of Bromley Beckenham Chislehurst & Orpington 1933

Unlock a fascinating snapshot of life in the Kent suburbs on the cusp of the modern era. This authentic 1933 edition of Kelly's Directory is more than just a book; it's a time capsule capturing the spirit of a community between the wars. For historians, genealogists, and anyone with a love for local heritage, this volume is an indispensable key to the past.

Within its pages, you will discover a world where trams rattled down the High Street and local tradesmen were the heart of the neighbourhood. This meticulously compiled directory offers an unparalleled street-by-street, door-by-door view of Bromley, Beckenham, Chislehurst, and Orpington as they were nearly a century ago.

Inside this invaluable resource, you will find:

Private Residents Directory: A comprehensive, alphabetical list of heads of households, their occupations, and their full addresses. Perfect for tracing family history or discovering who lived in your house.
Commercial & Trade Directory: A complete classified list of businesses, from doctors and dentists to grocers, builders, and innkeepers. See the commercial landscape of your town.
Official Information: Details of local councils, officials, clergy, police, and public institutions, providing a clear picture of the area's governance and services.
Charming Period Advertisements: Original ads for local businesses, products, and services that offer a delightful and often amusing glimpse into the consumer culture of the 1930s.
Local Information: Guides to postal services, transport links, churches, and schools.
Whether you are researching your family tree, exploring the history of your home, or simply yearning for a connection to a bygone age, this directory provides a tangible link to the people and places that shaped your community