Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1927-1928

Step Back in Time on a Scottish Isle

Have you ever stood on the shores of the Isle of Bute and wondered about the lives of those who came before? Do your family stories whisper of names and places from the vibrant 1920s, a time of change and community on this beautiful Scottish island?

Now, you can bridge the gap between census years and bring your family history to life. Higgie & Co's Directory Of Bute 1927-1928 is not just a book; it's a time machine, a detailed snapshot of island life on the very cusp of the modern era. It’s the key that can unlock the doors to your ancestors' daily world.

What Treasures Await Inside?

This meticulously reproduced directory is packed with the kind of rich, contextual detail that genealogists crave. Move beyond simple names and dates and discover the fabric of your ancestors' lives.

Private Resident Directory: An alphabetical list of the head of households across Bute, including their occupation and address. The perfect tool for confirming a family's location and social standing.
Street-by-Street Directory for Rothesay: Virtually walk down the streets where your ancestors lived, shopkeepers, and neighbours. See who lived next door—you might just find an unknown relative!
Commercial & Trades Directory: Discover your ancestor’s profession! Was your great-grandfather a grocer in Rothesay, a fisherman in Port Bannatyne, or a crofter in Kingarth? This section puts their trade and daily work into context.
Official Information: A complete listing of the island's officials, from magistrates and councillors to ministers, doctors, and schoolmasters. Understand the community structure that shaped your ancestor's world.
Village & Parish Information: Detailed listings for smaller communities across the island, ensuring no stone is left unturned in your search.
Fascinating Advertisements: A true social history goldmine! See the products your family bought, the services they used, and the local businesses that formed the backdrop to their lives.
Why This 1927-1928 Directory is a Must-Have for Your Research:

Break Down Brick Walls: Stuck between the 1911 and 1951 UK censuses? This directory provides a crucial "in-between" record, helping you track family movements and confirm details when other records are silent.
Go Beyond the Census: While a census tells you who was in a house on one night, a directory gives you an entire year's worth of context, including occupations and business information not always found elsewhere.
Add Colour to Your Family Tree: Transform a list of names into a story. Discover the baker they bought bread from, the bank that managed their savings, and the steamers they took to the mainland.
An Essential Primary Source: As a contemporary publication, this is an authentic and reliable historical document, perfect for verifying your research and adding citations to your family tree.
Who Will Find This Invaluable?

Genealogists and family historians with Bute ancestry.
Anyone tracing their Scottish roots.
Local and social historians studying the Isle of Bute.
House historians researching properties on the island.
Descendants of the Bute diaspora seeking to reconnect with their heritage.