Wright's Directory Of Leicestershire 1892

Unlock the Secrets of Victorian Leicestershire with Wright's 1892 Directory

Imagine walking the bustling streets of Leicester, the quiet lanes of Loughborough, or the rustic charm of a forgotten Leicestershire village—not as they are today, but as they stood in 1892. Wright's Directory of Leicestershire is more than a book; it's a time capsule, a vivid snapshot of life at the height of the Victorian era.

This meticulously reproduced facsimile is an indispensable key for anyone looking to explore the county's rich past. Within its pages, you won't just find names and addresses; you'll find the very fabric of society. Discover who your ancestors were, where they lived, and what they did for a living. Uncover the forgotten businesses, the prominent landowners, the public officials, and the institutions that shaped the world they knew.

Inside this essential historical resource, you will find:

Comprehensive Street Directories: For major towns like Leicester, Loughborough, and Hinckley, allowing you to pinpoint exact residences and businesses.
Private Resident Listings: An alphabetical county-wide register of households, perfect for family historians tracing their lineage.
Commercial & Trade Directories: A classified list of every conceivable trade, from architects and bakers to wheelwrights and wool staplers, revealing the county's economic heartbeat.
Official Information: Details on local courts, magistrates, clergy, police, and other public figures.
Local Institutions & Amenities: Information on schools, charities, hospitals, railways, and postal services.
Who is this for?

Genealogists & Family Historians: Trace your Leicestershire ancestors and build a vivid picture of their daily lives.
Local Historians & Researchers: Gain unparalleled insight into the social, commercial, and administrative structure of 1890s Leicestershire.
House Historians: Discover the previous owners and history of your Victorian-era property.
Writers & Novelists: Add authentic detail to stories set in late 19th-century England.