Kelly's Directory Of Hampshire & The Isle Of Wight 1931

Kelly's Directory of Hampshire & The Isle Of Wight 1931

Unlock the world of your ancestors and walk the streets of 1931. This isn't just a book; it's a time capsule, a detailed snapshot of life in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in the years between the wars. Before the Second World War forever changed the landscape, this comprehensive directory captured the essence of the region—its people, its trades, and its communities.

Whether you're tracing your family tree, researching the history of your house, or exploring the social fabric of the era, this directory is an indispensable primary source that brings the past to life.

Inside, you will discover a treasure trove of information, including:

Comprehensive Resident Listings: Find private residents, from prominent landowners and professionals to local homeowners, listed alphabetically by parish and town. Locate names and addresses to pinpoint exactly where your family lived.
Detailed Commercial Directory: Explore a complete A-Z of trades and businesses. Discover the forgotten shops, bustling factories, and essential services that defined the local economy, from blacksmiths and bakers to drapers and dockworkers.
Official & Civic Information: Gain insight into the structure of local society. Find listings for county and borough council members, magistrates, clergy, doctors, dentists, and public officials.
Local Area Guides: Each town and village has its own section, providing vital information on post offices, churches, schools, transport connections (including railway stations and carriers), and public facilities.
Authentic Advertisements & Maps: Immerse yourself in the period with contemporary advertisements for local and national businesses. The included street maps of major towns like Portsmouth and Southampton are invaluable for house history research.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Piece together your family's story by locating ancestors, understanding their occupations, and visualising their neighbourhood.
Local & House Historians: Trace the history of a specific property, street, or entire community and see how it has evolved over nearly a century.
Social Historians: Gain a unique insight into the interwar period, studying commerce, class structure, and daily life in a specific English region.
Anyone with a Love for Hampshire or the Isle of Wight: Reconnect with the past and discover the rich heritage of this historic area.