Kelly's Directory Of Shropshire 1895

Kelly's Directory of 1895

Step back in time to the heart of the Victorian era. Imagine the cobbled streets of Shrewsbury, the bustling market towns of Ludlow and Oswestry, and the quiet, rural villages that dotted the Shropshire landscape in 1895. Now, you can explore this world in unparalleled detail with this complete facsimile of Kelly's Directory of Shropshire.

More than just a list of names and addresses, this directory is a vivid tapestry of late 19th-century life. It is your personal portal to the past, offering an authentic and meticulously detailed snapshot of a county on the cusp of the modern age. Whether you are tracing your family history, researching the evolution of your local community, or simply fascinated by the past, this essential volume is the key that unlocks a thousand stories.

Inside, you will discover:

Comprehensive Court Directory: Find the county's gentry, clergy, professionals, and landed families, often with their private residences and business interests.
Detailed Commercial & Trades Directory: A complete A-Z listing of tradespeople and merchants, from the blacksmith in Bridgnorth to the draper in Market Drayton. Discover who ran the inns, the farms, the banks, and the shops.
Street Directories for Major Towns: Navigate the towns of Shrewsbury, Wellington, and others as they were in 1895, with street-by-street listings of residents and businesses.
Official & Local Information: A fascinating guide to the county's infrastructure, including listings for magistrates, public officials, post offices, carriers (coach and mail services), and even local fairs and market days.
Descriptive Histories: In-depth histories and descriptions of every town, village, and parish, complete with details on local landmarks, schools, churches, and population statistics.
An Indispensable Resource For:

Genealogists & Family Historians: Locate your ancestors, discover their occupations, and build a picture of their daily lives.
Local Historians & Researchers: Gain invaluable insight into the social and economic fabric of Shropshire at the end of the 19th century.
House Historians: Trace the history of a property and its former inhabitants.
Anyone with Shropshire Roots: A captivating journey into the world your ancestors knew.