The Post Office Directory Of Cheshire 1857

Step back into mid-Victorian Cheshire with The Post Office Directory of 1857.

This fascinating historical volume is an absolute must-have for anyone researching their Cheshire family tree or local history. Published at a time when the county was undergoing significant industrial and social change, this directory provides a detailed snapshot of the residents, tradesmen, and gentry of Cheshire exactly as they were over 160 years ago.

What’s Inside? Typical of Post Office Directories of the era, this comprehensive guide includes:

• A residential and commercial directory of towns and villages across Cheshire.
• Lists of local nobility, gentry, and clergy.
• Classified trade directories (find your blacksmith, baker, or dressmaker!).
• Essential local information such as postal routes, county officials, and magistrates.

Format & Navigation (Please Read): To preserve the authentic historical look and feel, this directory has been digitized as high-quality, scanned images of the original book.

Please note: Because these are scanned images, the text is not electronically searchable. However, you will not have any trouble finding who you are looking for! The directory has been meticulously structured in alphabetical order by surname and trade. Navigating to the correct letter of the alphabet is quick and easy, allowing you to smoothly browse the pages just as you would a physical book, but with the convenience of your computer screen.

Available Formats: Choose the option that best suits your research style:

• Digital Download: Instant access! Download your files immediately after checkout and start researching right away. (Compatible with both Windows and Mac).
• CD-ROM: Prefer a physical backup? Choose the CD option, and we will ship a disc directly to your mailbox, ready to be popped into your computer's CD/DVD drive.

Unlock the names, occupations, and addresses of your Cheshire ancestors today!