Kelly's Directory Of Suffolk 1883

Unlock the Secrets of Victorian Suffolk: Kelly's Directory of 1883

Your indispensable time machine to the people, places, and businesses of a bygone era

Imagine walking the streets of Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, or a quiet Suffolk village in 1883. The clatter of the blacksmith's hammer, the bustle of the market square, the grand homes of the gentry standing proud. Now, you can step directly into that world.

Kelly's Directory of Suffolk 1883 is more than just a book; it's a comprehensive snapshot of life at the height of the Victorian era. For genealogists, it's the key to unlocking your ancestors' daily lives. For local historians, it's the definitive guide to the history of your town or street. For anyone with a love of the past, it's a treasure trove of fascinating details.

What's Inside?

Comprehensive Town & Village Surveys: Detailed information on every major town and hundreds of villages, including local landmarks, postal services, and transport links.
Alphabetical Lists of Private Residents: From the Lord of the Manor to the local shopkeeper, find names and addresses of thousands of Suffolk residents.
Classified Commercial & Trade Directory: Discover the bustling commercial life of the county. Find out who was the butcher, the baker, the draper, or the wheelwright in your ancestor's town.
Official & Professional Information: A complete listing of county officials, magistrates, clergy, doctors, solicitors, and schoolmasters, providing a clear picture of the local power structure.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Be captivated by period advertisements for everything from patent medicines to the latest fashions, offering a unique and colourful insight into the consumer culture of the day.
Who Will Treasure This Directory?

The Genealogist: Break down brick walls in your family tree by pinpointing where your ancestors lived and what they did for a living.
The House Historian: Trace the history of your property and uncover the stories of its former inhabitants.
The Local Historian: Build a vivid picture of your community's social and economic landscape in the late 19th century.
The Curious Mind: Lose yourself in the authentic details of a world on the cusp of modernity.