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Trade Directories 1880s

Both the Glamorgan Record Office and the Library Service hold copies of  trade directories such as Kelly’s Directory of South Wales and Monmouthshire. These provide a wealth of information about the county. They describe each town and the main villages in detail, with information about the facilities at the time. They also provide lists of people with trades. So whether your ancestor was a shopkeeper or a publican you will find them here.

To find more information about the items held at Aberdare, Pontypridd and Treorchy libraries plus their locations and opening hours, visit the library website at:
www.rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk/libraries

or the Glamorgan Record Office
Website at: www.glamro.gov.uk