Hall's Directory Of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet 1871

Hall's Directory of Gravesend Milton & Northfleet 1871

Unlock the Secrets of Your Victorian Ancestors and Explore a World Lost to Time.

Imagine the bustling, gas-lit streets of Gravesend in 1871. The clatter of horse-drawn carts on the High Street, the smell of the Thames, and the chatter of dockworkers, merchants, and townsfolk. Now, you can walk those streets in your mind with this incredible piece of history.

Hall's Directory is more than just a book; it's a Victorian time capsule. This meticulously detailed facsimile edition is an indispensable key for anyone looking to uncover the stories of the people and places that shaped Gravesend, Milton, and Northfleet over 150 years ago.

Inside this fascinating volume, you will discover:

A Complete Residential Directory: An alphabetical list of private residents, featuring their names and occupations. Find your ancestors and see what they did for a living!
A Comprehensive Trade Directory: From bakers and butchers to solicitors and shipbuilders, see the commercial heart of the town laid bare.
A Classified Street Directory: Trace the history of your house or street by seeing who lived there in 1871.
Official Information: Details on local councils, clergy, doctors, schools, and public officials.
Institutions & Amenities: Learn about the churches, schools, banks, and transport links (including the vital Pier and Railway) that served the community.
Authentic Victorian Advertisements: Be charmed by the period advertisements for local businesses, products, and services, offering a unique glimpse into the consumer culture of the day.
Who is this for?

Genealogists: Break down brick walls in your family tree and add rich context to the 1871 census records.
Local Historians: Gain unparalleled insight into the social and economic fabric of Victorian Kent.
Homeowners: Discover the history of your property and its former inhabitants.
Anyone with a Love for Gravesend & Northfleet: A perfect nostalgic journey and a celebration of local heritage