Kelly's Directory Of Southampton 1970

Kelly's Directory of Southampton 1970: Your Time Capsule to a Pivotal Era

Step back in time to the Southampton of 1970—a bustling port city on the cusp of modernity, where the echoes of the Swinging Sixties still lingered in the air. This isn't just a book; it's a key that unlocks the doors to a world that was. More than a simple list of names and addresses, the Kelly's Directory is a vivid, comprehensive snapshot of daily life, commerce, and community in this pivotal year.

Imagine tracing the footsteps of your ancestors along the cobbled streets of the Old Town, or finding the family shop they once ran on Portswood High Street. Picture the familiar shop fronts on Above Bar Street, the local pubs where neighbours gathered, and the thriving industries that powered the city.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will discover:

A Complete Street Directory: An A-Z of virtually every street, road, and lane in Southampton, with a list of the head of household at each address. Perfect for genealogists and house historians.
The Commercial & Trades Directory: A fascinating who's-who of local business, from the great shipbuilding firms and dockside chandlers to the corner grocers, bakers, and tailors that formed the backbone of the community.
A Court & Private Residents Section: Listing prominent private citizens, professionals, and officials, offering a glimpse into the social fabric of the time.
Official & Local Information: Details on the City Council, MPs, churches, schools, hospitals, and public institutions, providing essential context for your research.
A Gallery of Period Advertisements: A treasure trove of nostalgia, showcasing the fashions, products, and services of the day in their original, charmingly designed ads.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Trace your Southampton family and build a richer picture of their lives.
Local Historians & Researchers: Unravel the commercial and social landscape of 1970s Southampton.
Former Residents & Nostalgics: Revisit the streets, shops, and neighbours of your youth.
Writers & Novelists: Add authentic, granular detail to stories set in this era