Topsham, The Strand 1906
Photo ref: 53993
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Photo ref: 53993
Photo of Topsham, The Strand 1906

More about this scene

Topsham, at the head of the Exe estuary, became a seaport of considerable importance in the Middle Ages. Trade with Holland led to the building of many of the Dutch-style gabled houses that line the Strand.

A Selection of Memories from Topsham

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Topsham

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My Great Great Grandfather was born William Honey Cann.   Born: March 12, 1845 in Topsham, England son of John Cann and Jane (Hill) Cann.  (William Married - Ann Pidgeon, from England also!).  Looking for more information on Cemeteries in this area.  John Cann was the son of Samuel Cann & Charity (Arscott) Cann.  Looking for information on location of where they lived in Topsham, or worked.