The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1925-1926

Walk the Streets of 1920s Glasgow with Your Ancestors

Imagine standing on a cobblestone street in Glasgow, the air thick with the industrial hum of a city rebuilding after the Great War. Who lived in that tenement block? What was the name of the corner shop your great-grandmother frequented? What was your great-grandfather's trade?

The answers are waiting within the pages of The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1925-1926. This isn't just a book; it's a time machine, a census substitute, and a Rosetta Stone for your family's past in one of Britain's most dynamic cities.

What is a Post Office Directory?

Think of it as the Google of its day. Before telephones were in every home, this was the definitive guide to who lived where, what they did, and how to contact them. For the genealogist, it is an absolute treasure trove of primary source information.

Unlock the Stories of Your Family:

This meticulously scanned and searchable directory allows you to move beyond names and dates and truly understand your ancestor's world.

Pinpoint Their Home: Find the exact address of your ancestors. See it listed in the street directory, alongside their neighbours. You can even use modern maps to "visit" their home today!
Discover Their Livelihood: Were they a shipyard riveter on the Clyde, a clerk in an office in the city centre, or the owner of a small local bakery? The commercial and trade sections reveal their occupation, giving context to their daily lives.
Break Down Brick Walls: Stuck on a common name like "John Smith"? Use the directory to cross-reference addresses and occupations to identify the correct individual. Find a widowed ancestor living with a child, or trace a family's movement within the city.
Reconstruct Their Community: Discover the churches, schools, pubs, and businesses that formed the backdrop of their lives. The directory provides an unparalleled view of the social and commercial landscape of their neighbourhood.
Add Rich, Verifiable Detail: Use this official resource to confirm details from other records, add occupations to your family tree, and bring colour to your family history narrative.
A Snapshot of a City in Transition

The 1925-1926 edition captures Glasgow at a fascinating moment. It’s a city of immense industrial power, traditional tenements, and a population grappling with the aftermath of war and looking toward a new future. By using this directory, you are placing your family squarely within this pivotal historical context.