White's Gazetteer & Directory Of Norfolk 1864

Unlock Your Norfolk Ancestors' World: White's Gazetteer & Directory of 1864

Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of your Norfolk ancestors.

Were your great-great-grandparents farmers in the Fens, merchants in the bustling port of Great Yarmouth, or tradespeople in the medieval city of Norwich? With this exact digital replica of the White's Gazetteer & Directory Of Norfolk 1864, you can move beyond names and dates and discover the rich, detailed context of their lives.

This isn't just a list of names; it's a Victorian time capsule. Published at the height of the 19th century, this comprehensive directory is a master key for unlocking the social and economic landscape of Norfolk just as your ancestors knew it.

Why This 1864 Directory is a Genealogy Goldmine:

Pinpoint Your Ancestor's Residence: Find your family listed by name and trade, complete with their specific street address. See who their neighbours were and imagine the community they belonged to.

Discover Their Occupation: Was your ancestor a blacksmith, a draper, a publican, or a farmer? The directory lists thousands of individuals by their profession, giving you a direct link to their daily work and social standing.

Explore the Places They Knew: Beyond the names, delve into detailed histories and descriptions of every town, village, and parish in Norfolk. Learn about the local churches, schools, inns, and landowners that shaped your ancestor's world.

Connect with the Wider Community: Identify local officials, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters. Understanding the key figures in a town provides invaluable context for your family's story.

Break Down Brick Walls: If you've lost track of a family line, this directory can help you locate a missing relative, confirm a family's location between census years, or reveal a previously unknown branch of the family tree.
What's Inside?

This meticulously scanned and fully searchable digital edition contains the complete contents of the original book, including:

A Comprehensive County History: An overview of Norfolk's geography, industries, and notable families.
Town & Parish Directories: Detailed street-by-street listings for major towns like Norwich and Great Yarmouth, and alphabetical lists of residents and tradespeople for every village and hamlet.
Classified Trades Directory: Find all the grocers, carpenters, or shipwrights in the county at a glance.
Court & Official Directories: Listings of the gentry, clergy, magistrates, and public officials.
Transport & Communication Details: Information on railways, post offices, and carrier services—crucial for understanding how your ancestors moved and communicated.
Available in Your Preferred Format

We know how important it is to have your research accessible in the way that suits you best. That's why we offer this invaluable resource in two convenient formats:

1. Digital Download (Instant Access)

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2. CD-ROM

A perfect, permanent backup of your research.
Ideal for those who prefer a physical copy or have slower internet connections.
A wonderful gift for the family historian in your life.

Don't Let Your Norfolk Ancestors Remain Just Names.
Give them a home, a profession, and a community. Add this essential resource to your genealogy toolkit today and bring their 19th-century world to life.

Order your copy of White's Gazetteer & Directory Of Norfolk 1864 now and begin your journey of discovery!