The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1909-1910

Walk the Streets of Edwardian Edinburgh with Your Ancestors

Unlock the world your family knew in 1909-1910 with The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith.

Imagine the year is 1910. The clang of the tramcar echoes down Princes Street, the salty air of the Firth of Forth drifts up from the bustling docks of Leith, and the gas lamps begin to glow along the Royal Mile. Your ancestors were here. They lived, worked, and raised their families in this vibrant, historic city.

Now, you can step back into their world.

The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith for 1909-1910 is more than just a list of names; it's a time capsule. It’s the key that unlocks the daily reality of your family's life, providing the rich context that census records and birth certificates alone cannot offer.

What You Will Discover Inside:

Pinpoint Their Home: Find your ancestors' exact address. See the street they lived on, the building they called home, and the neighbours they shared it with. Were they in a grand New Town terrace or a cozy Old Town tenement?
Uncover Their Occupation: Go beyond a simple job title. Discover the specific trade or profession that defined their daily life—from a wright on Leith Walk to a clerk in an Old Town office. You might even find an advertisement for their family business!
Explore Their Neighbourhood: Use the comprehensive street directory to see who lived next door and across the street. This is a powerful tool for uncovering previously unknown family connections or understanding the social fabric of their community.
Understand Their City: Immerse yourself in the Edinburgh they knew with listings for city councillors, officials, churches, societies, and public institutions. This is the essential backdrop to your family's story.
Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Goldmine:

The 1911 Census provides a snapshot, but this directory provides the high-definition detail. It fills the crucial gaps between census years and adds colour, texture, and humanity to the names on your family tree. It’s the difference between knowing an ancestor existed and understanding how they lived.

Product Details:

Title: The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith 1909-1910
Year of Publication: 1909 (covering 1909-1910)
Coverage: The City of Edinburgh and the separate burgh of Leith.
Format: High-quality, digitally searchable PDF. Instantly search for names, streets, and trades.
Don't let your Edinburgh ancestors remain just names on a chart. Add this essential directory to your collection and start walking in their footsteps today.