The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1937-1938

The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith 1937-1938

Imagine the clatter of trams on Princes Street, the salty air blowing in from the Port of Leith, and the lively chatter echoing from a tenement close. It's 1937. The world holds its breath, but in Edinburgh, life goes on. Now, you can place your family directly into that vibrant, pre-war landscape.

The Post Office Directory is more than just a book of names; it's a time capsule. For the family historian, it's an indispensable key that unlocks the daily reality of your ancestors' lives, bridging the crucial gap between the 1921 Census and the post-war era.

What Family History Secrets Will You Uncover Inside?

Pinpoint Their Home: The comprehensive Street Directory lists every head of household, street by street. Walk down the virtual roads of New Town, Old Town, or Leith and find the exact number of the tenement, villa, or cottage where your family lived.
Discover Their Trade: Was your great-grandfather a solicitor in the New Town? A baker in Fountainbridge? A shipwright in Leith? The Trades & Professions section provides a unique window into their working lives and social standing.
Identify the Gentry: The Court (Private Residents) Directory alphabetically lists the more prominent citizens, helping you trace professional families and confirm their addresses.
Understand Their Community: Explore detailed listings for local churches, schools, civic officials, doctors, and public institutions. See the world through their eyes.
Find Context in the Ads: The period advertisements are a treasure trove, offering clues to the products they used, the shops they frequented, and the fashions of the day.
Who is this Directory for?

The Family Historian seeking to add colour and context to their family tree.
The Local History Enthusiast researching the social and commercial fabric of 1930s Edinburgh.
The House Historian tracing the former occupants of a specific property.