The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1920-1921

Step into the Edinburgh of 1920: Discover Your Ancestors in the Post Office Directory

Bridge the gap between the censuses and unlock the stories of your family's life in Scotland's capital after the Great War.

The Great War is over. The world is changing, and in the historic streets of Edinburgh and the bustling port of Leith, a new chapter is beginning. What was life like for your ancestors during this pivotal time? Now, you can find out.

The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith 1920-1921 is more than just a book; it's a time machine. This meticulously detailed snapshot captures the city and its residents at a moment of transition, making it an indispensable resource for any family historian with Scottish connections.

What You Will Discover Inside:

Pinpoint Your Ancestors' Homes: Find the exact address where your family lived, from the grand terraces of the New Town to the bustling closes of the Old Town and the shores of Leith.
Discover Their Daily Work: Learn your ancestor's occupation or trade. Were they a 'wright,' a 'factor,' a 'grocer,' or a 'clerk'? The directory lists professions for thousands of residents.
Explore Their Community: Browse the alphabetical listings of private residents, commercial traders, and professionals to see who their neighbours were and who ran the local shops they frequented.
Walk Down Their Street: Use the comprehensive street directory to see a complete list of heads of household for any given street, building a vivid picture of their immediate environment.
Uncover Local Businesses & Services: Find advertisements for everything from tea merchants to tailors, giving you a flavour of the commerce and daily life of the era.
Trace Official Connections: Access lists of civic officials, churches, schools, and public institutions, placing your family firmly within the structure of the city.
Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Goldmine:

This directory is an invaluable census substitute, perfectly bridging the crucial gap between the 1911 Census and the 1921 Census. It provides the "who, what, and where" when official records are scarce, helping you break down brick walls and add rich, contextual detail to your family tree.

Who is this for?

Family Historians tracing Edinburgh and Leith ancestry.
Local History Enthusiasts researching the fabric of the city in the early 20th century.
House Historians wanting to discover the past residents of a property.
Writers and Researchers seeking authentic details for projects set in post-WWI Scotland.
Don't let your Edinburgh story remain untold. Order your copy of The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1920-1921 today and turn names on a chart into people in a place.