Kelly's Directory Of Gloucestershire 1914

Kelly's Directory of Gloucestershire 1914 A Time Capsule from the Eve of the Great War

Step back in time to the Gloucestershire of 1914. This is not merely a book; it is a doorway to a world on the brink of profound change. Published just months before the outbreak of the First World War, this edition of Kelly's Directory captures the county in a final, poignant moment of Edwardian peace and prosperity.

Within its pages, you will find a meticulously detailed snapshot of life as it was. Walk the cobbled streets of Gloucester, explore the elegant Regency parades of Cheltenham, and meander through the quiet Cotswold villages, all from the comfort of your own home.

Inside this indispensable volume, you will discover:

Court & Official Directory: Lists of county officials, magistrates, clergy, and public servants, revealing the structure of local society.
Town & Street Directories: Comprehensive, street-by-street listings for major towns like Gloucester, Bristol, and Cheltenham, with the names and occupations of every private resident.
Commercial & Trades Directory: A classified index of every business and tradesperson in the county, from the local blacksmith and draper to the major industrialist. Find your ancestor's butcher, baker, or candlestick maker!
Village & Parish Information: Detailed descriptions and directories for hundreds of villages, complete with population figures, landowners, and local worthies.
Fascinating Advertisements: Period advertisements that offer a unique glimpse into the products, services, and aspirations of the time.
Who is this for?

Family Historians: Trace your Gloucestershire ancestors, pinpoint their homes, and uncover their occupations.
Local Historians: Build a vivid picture of your town or village's social and commercial landscape over a century ago.
House Historians: Discover the previous residents of your property and the history of your street.
Genealogists & Researchers: An essential primary source for any serious study of pre-WWI England.
This is more than a directory; it is a key to unlocking the stories of the past. Add this cornerstone of local history to your collection and bring the world of 1914 Gloucestershire to life