Kelly's Directory Of Norwich 1970-1971

Kelly's Directory of Norwich 1970-1971 – Digital Download or CD-ROM

Bridge the 1971 Census Gap with Precision Navigation!

Step back into the swinging seventies with a high-quality digital reproduction of Kelly's Directory of Norwich 1970-1971. Because the 1971 UK Census is sealed until 2072 (and the 1961 census was partially destroyed), this directory is an absolute lifesaver for genealogists and local historians trying to trace family movements during this "census gap" era.

Whether you are researching your family tree, tracing the history of your house, or delving into local social history, this directory provides a detailed snapshot of Norwich life at the dawn of the 1970s.

Format & Navigation Details

This product is available as an instant digital download or on a CD-ROM.

• Scanned Images: The directory consists of high-resolution, scanned images of the original book pages. It is not a text-based database.
• Easy Navigation: Because Kelly's directories are strictly alphabetically arranged by surname and street, finding your ancestors is incredibly straightforward—you can click through the pages just as you would a physical book.
• Modern Tech Bonus: While the file itself is image-based, most modern PDF readers (such as Adobe Acrobat) feature "OCR on the fly" technology. This means you can often use the CTRL+F search function to highlight and extract text directly from the images, vastly speeding up your research!

What's Inside: A Section-by-Section Breakdown

This comprehensive directory is divided into highly useful sections:

1. Alphabetical Directory of Private Residents: A complete A-Z of individuals living in Norwich, along with their occupations and street addresses.
2. Street Directory: An A-Z of Norwich’s streets, listing the head of the household or business at almost every property—perfect for house history!
3. Commercial & Trade Directory: Find out exactly what your ancestors did for a living. From cobblers to chemists, this section lists businesses by their specific trade.
4. Official & Municipal Directory: Details of local government officials, councillors, magistrates, and emergency services.
5. Institutions & Societies: Listings for hospitals, churches, schools, clubs, and charitable organizations active in Norwich at the time.

Norwich in 1970: Famous Faces, Industry & Facts

The year 1970 was a transitional time for Norwich. As you browse these pages, you are looking at the addresses of people who lived in a city defined by its booming post-war industries and cultural shifts:

• The Industrial Giants: In 1970, Norwich was still heavily powered by its traditional industries. You will find countless employees and executives associated with Colman's Mustard, J. & J. Colman, and the massive Start-rite Shoes and Norvic Shoes factories. The city was also home to Mackintosh's (formerly Caley's) chocolate factory.
• Sporting Heroes: 1970-1971 was a pivotal era for Norwich City FC (The Canaries). Under manager Ron Saunders, the club was laying the groundwork for their historic 1971-1972 Second Division title win. You may very well spot the home addresses of players and club staff within these pages!
• Academic & Literary Legends: The University of East Anglia (UEA), founded in 1963, was rapidly expanding. The late 1960s and early 1970s saw literary giants like Malcolm Bradbury and Angus Wilson shaping the university's prestigious creative writing program.
• Norfolk Natives: While global film star Sir John Mills (born in North Elmham, Norfolk) was a massive international star at this time, he maintained strong ties to the county. You will also find the residences of prominent local politicians, business owners, and figures tied to the historic Norwich Cathedral Close.

Map Disclaimer

Please Note: Original copies of Kelly's directories from this era often had their pull-out maps removed by previous owners long before they were archived or scanned. *We cannot guarantee that the original map is present in this digital copy. However, if the map is intact in our source material, consider it a fantastic bonus!

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