Trade Protection Society's Street Alphabetical & Trade Directory Of Leicester 1870

Step back in time and walk the streets of Victorian Leicester.

Are you searching for your Leicestershire ancestors? Do you want to understand the world they inhabited just before the dawn of a new era? The Trade Protection Society's Street Alphabetical & Trade Directory Of Leicester 1870 is your essential key to unlocking the stories of the past.

This isn't just a list of names; it's a snapshot of a bustling industrial city on the cusp of the 20th century. For any genealogist with roots in Leicester, this rare and invaluable resource provides a direct connection to the lives, livelihoods, and locations of your family in 1870.

Why This 1870 Directory is a Genealogical Goldmine:

Imagine finding your great-great-grandfather listed not just by name, but by his trade. Picture discovering the exact street where your great-grandmother lived as a young woman. This directory makes it possible. It allows you to move beyond simple birth and death dates and build a rich, detailed picture of their daily lives.

Inside, you will discover:

A Complete Street-by-Street Census: The Alphabetical Street Directory lists the head of household or business for nearly every address in Leicester. Trace your family's home, see their neighbours, and understand the character of their neighbourhood.

Professional & Trade Insights: The Commercial & Trade Directory is a comprehensive listing of Leicester's working population. Find out if your ancestor was a hosier, a boot-maker, an engineer, a publican, or a shopkeeper. This is often the only place you'll find their specific profession recorded.

The Official Court Directory: A listing of the city's gentry, professionals, officials, and prominent citizens, helping you place your family within the social fabric of the time.

Essential Local Information: Includes details on local government officials, clergy, schools, banks, and public institutions that were central to community life.

Who Was Your Ancestor in 1870?

Were they a master craftsman in a workshop on Belgrave Gate?
Did they run a small shop in the market square?
Were they a doctor, a solicitor, or a member of the city council?
Did they live in a terraced house in the city centre or a new suburb?
The answers are waiting for you inside this meticulously preserved directory.

Available in Two Convenient Formats:

We know that genealogists work in different ways. That's why we offer this historical treasure in the format that best suits your needs.

Digital Download (.PDF):

Instant Access: Begin your research the moment you complete your purchase. No waiting for shipping!
Fully Searchable: The entire directory has been digitized as a high-quality, searchable PDF. Simply type in a surname, street name, or trade to find every instance in seconds.
Portable Research: Carry the entire directory on your laptop, tablet, or phone. Perfect for research on the go.

CD-ROM:

A Tangible Archive: Own a physical, permanent copy of this vital resource for your personal genealogy library.
Offline Access: Conduct your research anywhere, anytime, without needing an internet connection.
Ideal for Gifting: A wonderful and thoughtful gift for the family historian in your life.

Don't let your Leicester ancestors remain just names on a chart. Give them a street, a profession, and a community. Add this indispensable 1870 Leicester Directory to your research toolkit today and bring their Victorian world to life!