Worrall's Directory Of Bury & Bolton & Neighbourhood 1871

Worrall's Directory of Bury & Bolton & Neighbourhood 1871: Your Key to Victorian Lancashire

Imagine the clatter of cotton looms, the smoke-stacked skyline, and the bustling cobbled streets of Bury and Bolton in the year 1871. Now, you can walk those streets in spirit with this definitive guide—a time capsule from the height of the Industrial Revolution.

Worrall's Directory is more than just a book; it's a living document of a community at a pivotal moment in history. For the family historian, it’s the key that unlocks the door to your ancestors' daily lives. For the local historian, it’s the foundational text upon which the story of Victorian Lancashire is built.

Uncover the Past with Unparalleled Detail:

This comprehensive directory is packed with the information you need for authentic research:

A Complete Street Directory: Navigate the towns as they were. Find out who lived in each house, from the wealthy mill owner to the skilled weaver, and discover their trades.
Alphabetical List of Private Residents: Quickly locate individuals and families. Cross-reference with the street directory to build a vivid picture of their neighbourhood and social standing.
Classified Trades & Professions: Discover the commercial backbone of the region. Who were the blacksmiths, the bakers, the innkeepers, and the drapers? This section reveals the immense variety of Victorian commerce.
Official & Municipal Information: Identify the town's leaders—councillors, mayors, magistrates, and chief constables. Find details on churches, schools, hospitals, and postal services.
Extensive "Neighbourhood" Coverage: The scope extends beyond the town centres to include vital information on surrounding villages such as Radcliffe, Tottington, Farnworth, Kearsley, and Eagley, painting a complete regional picture.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Delight in the original advertisements, which offer a fascinating glimpse into the products, language, and aspirations of the time.
Who Needs This Directory?

Genealogists: Break down brick walls in your family tree by placing your ancestors in a specific location and social context in 1871.
Local & Social Historians: Build a rich, detailed narrative of life in industrial Lancashire, from commerce and governance to community structure.
House History Researchers: Uncover the story of your home by discovering its inhabitants over 150 years ago.
Authors & Researchers: Use this invaluable primary source to add authenticity and detail to your work on the Victorian era