Kelly's Directory Of Leicestershire & Rutland 1891

Kelly's Directory of Leicestershire & Rutland 1891

Imagine walking the cobbled streets of Market Harborough, hearing the clang of the blacksmith's hammer in Oakham, or finding your great-grandfather's name listed as a shopkeeper on Leicester's Belgrave Gate. Now you can.

This beautifully reproduced edition of Kelly's Directory of Leicestershire & Rutland for 1891 is more than a book; it's a time capsule. It provides an unparalleled, street-level view of life in these two historic counties at the height of the Victorian era. For the family historian, it's the key that unlocks the world your ancestors inhabited. For the local historian, it's a foundational document of social and commercial history.

What treasures will you discover within its pages?

Private Residents Directory: A comprehensive, alphabetical and street-by-street listing of householders, revealing not just who lived where, but what they did for a living. Perfect for building a vivid picture of your family's daily life.
Commercial & Trades Directory: From apothecaries to wheelwrights, discover the businesses that formed the backbone of the local economy. Find out who supplied the community, where they traded, and the services available in 1891.
Court & Official Directory: A who's who of local power and influence. Identify the landowners, magistrates, doctors, clergy, and council members who shaped the region.
County & Town Information: Fascinating descriptions of the history, topography, and principal features of towns and villages, plus practical details on postal services, carrier routes, and railway connections.
This book is an essential tool for:

Genealogists: Breathe life into your family tree by placing your ancestors in their homes and communities.
Local Historians: Gain deep insight into the structure, economy, and society of Victorian Leicestershire and Rutland.
House Historians: Trace the occupants of a specific property back to the late 19th century.
Writers & Researchers: Add authentic detail to stories, articles, or academic studies of the period.
Don't let the stories of 1891 fade into history. Add this indispensable volume to your collection and connect with the past like never before