Kelly's Directory Of Suffolk 1908

Kelly's Directory of Suffolk 1908 - Your Essential Guide to Edwardian Life

Imagine the Suffolk of 1908. The air is filled with the scent of coal smoke and fresh bread from the local bakery. Horse-drawn carts share the cobbled streets with the first few daring motor cars, and the great Suffolk coast bustles with fishing boats and holidaymakers. This is the world captured in exquisite detail within the pages of Kelly's Directory of Suffolk 1908. More than just a book of names and addresses, this is a time capsule, a key that unlocks the social, commercial, and private life of the county at the twilight of the Edwardian era.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will discover:

Comprehensive Town & Village Profiles: From the bustling port of Ipswich to the quietest rural hamlet, find detailed information on each parish, including its population, chief landowners, postal services, and public institutions like churches and schools.
Street-by-Street Directories: For major towns like Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, and Lowestoft, walk the streets of the past. Find out who lived in each house, their occupation, and their trade.
Alphabetical Court & Private Residents: A complete A-Z listing of private residents across the county, making it an indispensable tool for family historians.
Classified Commercial Directory: Need to find a 1908 blacksmith, a draper, or a coal merchant? This section lists every tradesman and professional by their trade, providing a fascinating insight into the local economy.
Local & Civic Information: Discover who served on the County Council, who the local magistrates were, and the details of the police, banking, and railway services that connected the county.
Authentic Contemporary Advertisements: Browse the original ads for local businesses, products, and services—a rich source of historical context and charm.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Pinpoint your ancestors' homes, discover their occupations, and build a vivid picture of their daily lives.
Local Historians: Research the development of your town or village and understand its social and economic fabric over a century ago.
House Historians: Trace the previous occupants of your property and uncover its unique story.
Anyone with a Love for Suffolk: Immerse yourself in the history of the county and see the world through the eyes of its Edwardian residents.