White's History Gazetteer and Directory Of Nottinghamshire 1864

White's History, Gazetteer, and Directory of Nottinghamshire 1864 (Digital Download or CD)

Product Description:

Step back in time and walk the streets of Victorian Nottinghamshire with this comprehensive republishing of White's History, Gazetteer, and Directory of Nottinghamshire 1864. An essential resource for genealogists and local historians, this directory offers a fascinating snapshot of the county life during the height of the Industrial Revolution.

Whether you are tracing your family tree or researching the history of your house, this directory serves as the perfect bridge between the 1861 and 1871 censuses, helping you fill in the missing years of your ancestors' lives.

Navigating the Directory

This volume is a high-quality digital reproduction of the original book, presented as scanned PDF images. Please note that because this is a facsimile of a 19th-century text, the pages are images and are not text-searchable in the traditional sense. However, navigation is straightforward thanks to the alphabetical arrangement of the residents and trades sections.

• Modern Convenience: While the file itself is image-based, most modern PDF readers (such as Adobe Acrobat) perform "OCR on the fly," allowing you to search for text if your reader software supports this feature.
• Alphabetical Order: The directory is meticulously organized alphabetically by surname and trade, making it easy to locate your ancestors without needing a search function.

What’s Inside?

This extensive volume is divided into detailed sections to assist your research:

• County History & Geography: A comprehensive overview of Nottinghamshire’s history, topography, and ancient customs.
• Court Directory: Listings of the gentry, clergy, and nobility residing in the county at the time.
• Commercial & Trades Directory: An alphabetical list of tradesmen, merchants, and farmers—from blacksmiths to boot makers—crucial for understanding how your ancestors earned a living.
• Town & Village Histories: Detailed descriptions of the major towns (including Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark, and Worksop) and smaller villages, detailing local landmarks, churches, and institutions.
• Private Residents Directory: A list of private households, often helpful for tracing the movement of middle-class families.

Nottinghamshire in 1864: A Time of Change

This directory captures a county in flux. In 1864, Nottinghamshire was the heart of the lace industry, with the air in Nottingham filled with the clatter of machinery. The coal mining industry was also booming, driving the economy of the north of the county.

Famous Connections & Local History While browsing these pages, you may encounter the early lives of famous figures associated with the county:

• Jesse Boot: In 1864, Jesse Boot was a young man (born in 1850) beginning to take his first steps in the herbal medicine business that would eventually become the giant Boots empire. His father, John Boot, had only recently passed away, and this era represents the foundation of that retail dynasty.
• Literary Legends: The shadow of Lord Byron still loomed large over the county, with his ancestral home, Newstead Abbey, featured prominently in the history sections.
• Sport: The Notts County Football Club, founded in 1862, was in its infancy. While you won't find player stats in a trade directory, you will find the local publicans and tradesmen who supported the world's oldest professional football club.
• The Robin Hood Connection: The book delves into the enduring folklore of the county, referencing the legendary outlaw and the historic sites associated with him, such as Sherwood Forest and the Major Oak.

Important Note Regarding Maps

Disclaimer: Please be aware that due to the age and condition of the original source material, some street or county maps may have been missing or too damaged to include in this reproduction. However, if the original maps were present and in scannable condition, they have been included as a special bonus.

Product Format

This product is available as a Digital Download (instant access) or a CD (physically shipped to your door). Compatible with PC and Mac. Requires a PDF reader to view.