Topsham Bridge

Topsham Bridge is a road bridge over the River Clyst, dating from the early 17th century or earlier. It was largely destroyed around the mid-17th century and was rebuilt and widened in the 18th and 19th centuries. The bridge is constructed of random rubble limestone and features four main round arches, along with a smaller floodwater arch to the west. The west arch reveals remnants of an earlier arch on the south side. It has dressed limestone arch rings, cutwaters on both the north and south sides, and a parapet with semi-circular coping. Earlier masonry can be seen beneath the arches, and the bridge has been widened by approximately 0.7 meters on each side.

Historical records indicate that in 1647, the bridge was reported as demolished by the order of Sir Thomas Fairfax, which had significant negative effects on the local area. By 1670, it was noted to be in decay. Although the exact date of the rebuilding is not confirmed, a former listing for Exeter states that it was constructed in 1745 by Andrew Parker, and at least two different building phases are visible.