23/11/2025
The census year of 1861 is early Industrial Revolution, which means most products are still hand-made by local trades people. I came across a vanishing occupation of “currier”. In a village location they would be involved with creating items such as work boots, waterproof clothing, leather “best attire” e.g. (shoes, gloves, bags, clothing), and a multitude of items associated with horse transportation (saddles, bridles, harnesses, straps, riding attire).
Did any of your ancestors work in a trade utilising leather?
