Kelly's Directory Of Cambridgeshire 1883

Unlock the Secrets of Victorian Cambridgeshire: Your Time Machine to 1883

Step onto the cobbled streets of Victorian Cambridge and wander through the quiet fenland villages of 1883. This isn't just a book; it's a portal to a bygone era. Kelly's Directory of Cambridgeshire 1883 is an indispensable key that unlocks the world your ancestors knew, offering a breathtakingly detailed snapshot of life in the county over 140 years ago.

Imagine discovering the name of your great-great-grandfather, not just as a name on a chart, but as a named tradesman—perhaps a carpenter in Ely, a grocer in Wisbech, or a college servant in Cambridge. Picture the bustling market squares, the clatter of horse-drawn carts, and the daily rhythms of a community captured in print.

This meticulously compiled volume is more than a list of names. It's a living document of a society on the cusp of modernity.

Inside, you will discover:

Comprehensive Resident & Trades Listings: Find thousands of private residents, commercial traders, and business owners, alphabetically listed by town and village. The perfect tool for tracing family and local businesses.
Village & Town Histories: Explore detailed descriptions of the history, topography, and principal landmarks of every parish, from the grandeur of Cambridge to the smallest hamlet in the Fens.
Official Information: A complete guide to local government, including county officials, magistrates, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters.
Transport & Communication: Discover the old coach routes, railway stations, and post offices that connected the county.
Fascinating Advertisements: Browse period advertisements for everything from patent medicines to agricultural machinery, offering a unique and colourful insight into the Victorian consumer world