Kelly's Directory Of Shropshire 1913

Shropshire on the Eve of the Great War: The Definitive 1913 Directory

Step back in time to a Shropshire of horse-drawn carts, bustling market towns, and quiet village lanes, just before the world changed forever.

This is not just a book; it's a time capsule. The Kelly's Directory of Shropshire for 1913 offers an unparalleled, street-by-street snapshot of life in the county as it was in the last full year of peace. For family historians, local researchers, and anyone with a connection to this beautiful county, this directory is an indispensable key to unlocking the past.

More than a simple list of names, it's a vivid portrait of a community. Imagine finding your great-grandfather listed not just as a resident, but as a "grocer & provision dealer" in Ludlow, or discovering the family blacksmith who shod the horses in a small Whitchurch village. This is the rich detail that brings family trees to life.

Inside, you will discover:

Comprehensive Court & Commercial Directories: Find the names and trades of shopkeepers, merchants, innkeepers, and professionals across the entire county, from the major towns of Shrewsbury and Telford to the most remote hamlets.
Private Resident Listings: A priceless resource for genealogists, alphabetically listing the heads of households, often with their professions and addresses. The perfect bridge between the 1911 and 1921 censuses.
Official & Local Government Information: Details on county officials, magistrates, clergy, doctors, and schoolteachers, revealing the very structure of Edwardian society.
Village & Town Histories: Fascinating descriptions of each locale, including its topography, landmarks, principal landowners, and transport links.
Authentic Advertisements: Original period ads for everything from "cures for all ailments" to the latest in motor cars, providing a colourful and authentic glimpse into the aspirations and daily life of the era.
Whether you are tracing your family history, researching the story of your house, or exploring the social and economic fabric of pre-war Shropshire