Kelly's Directory Of Leicestershire & Rutland 1928

Kelly's Directory of Leicestershire & Rutland, 1928

Unlock the door to a bygone era. Imagine Leicestershire and Rutland as they were in 1928—a world of bustling market towns, quiet rural villages, and thriving local industries, all on the cusp of the modern age. This isn't just a book; it's a time capsule, a comprehensive snapshot of life, trade, and society in the heart of England nearly a century ago.

An essential resource for anyone with a connection to these historic counties, this meticulously detailed directory is your key to discovering the people and places that shaped your world.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Private Residents Directory: Find the names and addresses of county gentry, professionals, and private residents. The perfect tool for tracing your family history and locating the very homes your ancestors lived in.
Commercial & Trades Directory: A fascinating A-Z of every trade and profession. Discover who was the local blacksmith in Loughborough, the draper in Melton Mowbray, or the grocer in Oakham. It’s a complete guide to the economic heartbeat of 1928.
Official & Court Directory: A listing of public officials, clergy, doctors, lawyers, and local council members, providing invaluable context for understanding the structure of local society.
Village & Town Histories: Detailed descriptions of each parish, including its population, landmarks, historical notes, and principal landowners.
Charming Period Advertisements: Page after page of authentic advertisements, from local motor garages and farmers to patent medicines and tailors. These ads are not just charming; they are vital social history artifacts that reveal the aspirations and daily life of the time.

The Perfect Resource For:

Genealogists & Family Historians: Break down brick walls in your research by pinpointing an ancestor's address and occupation in 1928.
Local & Social Historians: Build a vivid picture of community life, local economies, and social structures in the interwar years.
House Historians: Trace the history of your property and uncover the stories of the people who lived within its walls.
Nostalgists & Collectors: Own a beautiful and tangible piece of Leicestershire and Rutland's heritage