Kelly's Directory Of Suffolk 1912

Kelly's Directory of Suffolk 1912: Your Time Capsule to Edwardian England

Step back in time to the Suffolk of 1912. It is the height of the Edwardian era—a world of grand country estates, bustling market towns, and quiet coastal villages, all poised on the brink of immense change. The motor car is a novelty, the horse and cart is still king, and the Great War is just two years away. Now, you can unlock this world in breathtaking detail. Kelly's Directory is more than a book; it is a complete social, commercial, and geographical snapshot of the county, preserved for you to explore.

What Secrets Will You Uncover Within Its Pages?

This indispensable guide is a treasure trove for anyone with a passion for Suffolk's past. Inside, you will find:

Private Residents Directory: An alphabetical list of every head of household with their address. Find your ancestors, see where they lived, and start to piece together their daily lives.
Commercial & Trades Directory: A fascinating classified list of every business, from the village blacksmith and grocer to the town solicitor and hotel owner. Discover the economic heart of your community and confirm the occupations of your forebears.
Official & Court Information: Details of the county's magistrates, clergy, landowners, and public officials. Understand the power structures and influential figures who shaped local life.
Town & Village Histories: Detailed descriptions of Suffolk's towns and villages, including their history, principal landmarks, transport links, churches, and schools in 1912.
Invaluable

Who is this Directory for?

The Family Historian: Trace your Suffolk roots, locate ancestors, and add rich context to your family tree.
The Local Historian: Research the evolution of your town or village, its industries, and its people.
The House Historian: Uncover the past residents of your period home and learn about the neighbourhood it once stood in.
The Genealogist & Researcher: An essential primary source for academic or personal research into early 20th-century England.