Kelly's Directory Of Southampton 1931-1932

Kelly's Directory of Southampton 1931-1932: Your Gateway to Pre-War Southampton

Discover Southampton as it was in the early 1930s with this definitive historical directory. A fascinating time capsule, this volume captures the city at a pivotal moment—still reverberating from the Great War, yet blissfully unaware of the changes the next decade would bring. As one of Britain's premier ports, Southampton was alive with maritime trade, transatlantic travel, and vibrant local commerce.

This meticulously compiled directory is more than just a list; it's a key to unlocking the city's past. Whether you're researching your family tree, exploring the history of your home, or delving into local social history, Kelly's provides an unparalleled level of detail.

Key Features Inside:

Street Directory: A comprehensive, street-by-street listing of private residents and commercial businesses, showing the head of household and their trade.
Commercial Directory: A classified list of trades and professions, from shipwrights and dockside merchants to bakers, doctors, and innkeepers.
Court Directory: A listing of private residents of standing, gentry, and professionals.
Official Information: Full details of the Southampton Corporation, including council members, officials, public institutions, hospitals, schools, and churches.
Contemporary Advertisements: A collection of period ads offering a unique glimpse into the products, services, and language of the day.
Perfect For:

Genealogists: Trace your ancestors and discover their occupations and neighbours.
Local Historians: Research the development of streets, districts, and local businesses.
House Historians: Find out who lived in your house in 1931.
Writers & Researchers: Gain authentic context for novels, articles, or academic projects set in the interwar period