Kelly's Directory Of Bayswater & Paddington 1931

Kelly's Directory of Bayswater & Paddington, 1931

Unlock the door to 1930s London. This meticulously reproduced facsimile of Kelly's Directory for Bayswater & Paddington is more than a book; it's a time capsule. Transport yourself to the bustling streets of a world on the cusp of great change, where horse-drawn carts still shared the road with motor cars and the echoes of the Great War were giving way to the anxieties of the next.

An indispensable resource for family historians, local researchers, and anyone fascinated by London's rich past, this directory provides an unparalleled, street-by-street snapshot of life as it was lived.

Inside, you will discover:

Comprehensive Street Directory: A complete, alphabetical list of streets, with the names and occupations of every head of household at each address. Perfect for tracing ancestors or uncovering the history of your home.
Commercial & Trade Directory: A detailed classified list of businesses and tradesmen, from bakers and butchers to solicitors and stockbrokers. See the commercial heart of the district laid bare.
Official Information: Details of local councils, officials, churches, schools, hospitals, police stations, and public institutions. Understand the very structure of the community.
Court & Private Residents: A listing of the local gentry, professionals, and prominent private citizens, offering a glimpse into the area's social hierarchy.
Authentic Advertisements: Page after page of charming and evocative advertisements for products and services of the day, from "motor spirits" and "fancy goods" to "corsets" and "cures."
Who is this for?

The Family Historian: Pinpoint your ancestors' homes, discover their professions, and build a vivid picture of their daily lives.
The Local Historian: Research the evolution of Bayswater and Paddington, tracking the rise and fall of businesses and the changing face of the neighbourhood.
The House Historian: Trace the history of your property and its former residents back almost a century.
The Writer or Researcher: Immerse yourself in authentic period detail to bring your stories or academic work to life.
Whether you're searching for a specific name or simply wish to lose yourself in the past, Kelly's Directory is your definitive guide to the people, places, and businesses that shaped Bayswater & Paddington in 1931