Kelly's Directory Of Oxfordshire 1920

Unlock the Secrets of 1920 Oxfordshire: The Essential Kelly's Directory

Step back in time to a pivotal moment in history. The year is 1920. The Great War has ended, the world is healing, and a new era is dawning. In the county of Oxfordshire, life is a tapestry of ancient university traditions, bustling market towns, and quiet, picturesque villages. Now, you can hold a perfect snapshot of this vanished world in your hands.

Kelly's Directory of Oxfordshire 1920 is more than just a book; it's a time machine and an indispensable research tool. This meticulously detailed volume provides a fascinating, street-by-street, and village-by-village portrait of the county and its inhabitants.

Inside this treasure trove, you will discover:

Private Residents Directory: Find the names and addresses of private residents, from the landed gentry in their country estates to the tradespeople living in the heart of Oxford's city streets.
Commercial & Trades Directory: Explore the complete commercial landscape of 1920. Who was the local blacksmith in Witney? Where was the grocer in Banbury? Find businesses listed alphabetically and by trade, offering a unique insight into the county's economic life.
Court Directory: A who's who of local officials, clergy, professionals, and nobility, providing a clear picture of the county's social structure.
Detailed Local Information: Each town and village is profiled with information on its history, public buildings, schools, churches, transport connections (including carriers and railway stations), and local amenities.
Fascinating Advertisements: Be captivated by period advertisements for everything from patent medicines to motor cars, offering a colourful glimpse into the consumer culture of the early 20th century.
Who is this for?

The Genealogist: Trace your Oxfordshire ancestors, discover their occupations, and build a vivid picture of their daily lives and neighbourhoods.
The Local Historian: Research the history of your town or village, understand its development, and uncover forgotten stories.
The House Historian: Find out who lived in your house in 1920 and learn about the community it was part of.
The Nostalgist & Collector: A beautiful and fascinating piece of Oxfordshire's heritage, perfect for anyone with a love for local history and vintage ephemera.