Kelly's Directory Of Felixstowe & Trimley Suffolk 1974

Kelly's Directory of Felixstowe & Trimley, Suffolk 1974 - Digital Download or CD

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Step back in time to the seaside resort of Felixstowe and the twin villages of Trimley with this exact digital reproduction of Kelly’s Directory of Suffolk 1974. Perfect for family historians, local researchers, and anyone nostalgic for this era, this directory offers a fascinating snapshot of life in mid-70s Suffolk.

About This Format This directory is available as a high-quality Digital Download or on a CD. Please note that this product consists of scanned images of the original pages. While the book is not text-searchable in its native format, it has been digitised to retain the charm and authenticity of the original publication. Navigation is straightforward thanks to the comprehensive alphabetical arrangement of residents and trades. Furthermore, most modern PDF readers (such as Adobe Acrobat or browser-based viewers) now feature "OCR on the fly," allowing you to search the text for specific surnames or street names automatically.

Filling the Genealogy Gap For genealogists, directories are the vital bridge between the census records. With the 1931 Census destroyed in the war and the 1939 Register being the last major census release (covering the war years), there is a significant gap in official records before the 1991 and 2001 censuses become available. This 1974 directory is an essential resource for tracing family members who lived in this area during the mid-20th century, helping you place ancestors in a specific house and occupation during a time when official records are sealed.

What’s Inside the Directory? This comprehensive volume is divided into useful sections to aid your research:

• Street Directory: A detailed listing of the principal streets of Felixstowe and Trimley, showing the head of household at each address. Ideal for house history.
• Private Residents Directory: An alphabetical list of private residents, often detailing their professions—a great way to distinguish between individuals with the same surname.
• Commercial Directory: A classified trade section covering everything from Anchor Smiths and Bakeries to Yacht Builders. This is perfect for researching local family businesses.
• Official Information: Details on local government officials, the Council, Magistrates, and Public Health officers.
• Local Institutions & Amenities: Information on the Coast Guard stations, Lifeboats, Hospitals, Schools, and Churches active in the area in 1974.

Felixstowe & Trimley in 1974: A Snapshot in Time The year 1974 was a pivotal time for the region. Felixstowe was undergoing a massive transformation from a traditional Victorian seaside resort into the UK's premier container port.

• The Port Boom: By 1974, the Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company was well into its containerisation revolution, which had begun earlier in the decade. This directory captures the names of the agents, stevedores, and business owners fueling this industrial explosion.
• Leisure & Tourism: Despite the industrial growth, the town remained a holiday hotspot. The famous Spa Pavilion was in its heyday, hosting variety shows and concerts. The directory lists the many guest houses and hotels catering to the holidaymaker trade.
• Sport: Felixstowe & Walton United FC (known as "The Seasiders") was a focal point for local pride. You will find the local sports grounds and their officers listed within.
• Famous Faces: While the directory lists thousands of residents, the area has long attracted notable figures. This era captures the tail end of the "Golden Age" of British seaside entertainers who frequented the town. Historically, the area is the birthplace of Sir Arthur Ransome (author of Swallows and Amazons), and while he had passed by 1974, the literary legacy remained strong in the town's culture.
• Trimley St. Mary & St. Martin: The directory gives detailed coverage of the Trimley villages, which at this time were distinct communities bordering the expanding docks, retaining their agricultural roots amidst the growing industrial landscape.

Important Note Regarding Maps Please be aware that due to the condition of the original source book used for scanning, the fold-out maps were sometimes missing, torn, or too fragile to reproduce. A bonus map is included in this edition if it was present and legible in the original scanned copy, but this cannot be guaranteed.

Unlock the history of your family or your home with this invaluable digital resource.