Hall's Directory Of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet 1867

Hall's Directory of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet 1867: A Complete Victorian Guide

Unlock the door to Victorian Kent with this exquisite facsimile reprint of Hall's Directory for 1867. More than just a list of names and addresses, this fascinating volume is a complete snapshot of life in the bustling Thameside towns of Gravesend, Milton, and Northfleet at the height of the 19th century.

Whether you are tracing your family history, researching the evolution of your local area, or simply captivated by the Victorian era, this directory is an indispensable primary resource. Walk the streets as your ancestors did, discover the shops they visited, and uncover the intricate social and commercial fabric of their daily lives.

Inside this invaluable volume, you will discover:

A Street-by-Street Directory: A comprehensive listing of streets, lanes, and terraces, identifying the head of household or business at each address. Perfect for house historians and genealogists.
A Commercial & Trade Directory: An alphabetical list of trades and professions, from bakers and blacksmiths to merchants and shipwrights, revealing the town's economic heart.
A Court & Private Residents Directory: An alphabetical list of prominent private residents, gentry, and officials, making it easy to locate individuals.
Local Information & Officials: Details on local government, clergy, doctors, lawyers, and public institutions, providing context for the community's structure.
Transport & Communication: Information on the busy docks, railway connections, mail coaches, and the steam packets that connected Gravesend to London and the world.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Delight in the original advertisements for local businesses, offering a charming and often surprising insight into the products, services, and language of the day.
Who is this book for?

Genealogists & Family Historians: A crucial "census substitute" to place ancestors in a specific location and context between the 1861 and 1871 censuses.
Local Historians: A definitive resource for understanding the social, commercial, and topographical history of Gravesend and its surrounding areas.
Homeowners: Discover the history of your Victorian house and who lived there before you.
Writers & Researchers: An authentic reference tool for anyone writing about or studying 19th-century England