Kelly's Directory Of Somersetshire 1883

Kelly's Directory of Somersetshire, 1883

We are pleased to offer a high-quality reproduction of the Kelly's Directory of Somersetshire for the year 1883. As a primary source document, this directory is of immense value to genealogists, academics, and local historians seeking an authentic and detailed survey of the county during the high Victorian period.

Published by the pre-eminent directory firm of Kelly & Co., this volume provides a systematic and structured overview of Somerset's social, commercial, and administrative landscape. Its contents are organized for maximum research utility:

County Information: Details on the Lord Lieutenant, High Sheriff, magistrates, and county officials.
Court Directory: An alphabetical listing of private residents, excluding commercial traders, which serves as an effective census substitute for the gentry and professional classes.
Commercial Directory: A classified and alphabetical list of traders and merchants, providing critical data on the county's economic activity and urban commercial structure.
Town & Parish Sections: For each significant town and parish, the directory provides local statistics, information on churches and schools, and listings of parish officers and inhabitants.
Transport & Communication: Schedules of mail coaches, carriers, and the expanding railway network, essential for understanding patterns of movement and communication.
This directory is an essential tool for corroborating census data, filling gaps between census years, and adding rich contextual detail to biographical and local studies. It offers a granular view of community life, making it an invaluable addition to any serious researcher's library.