Edward Bridgeman


Edward Bridgeman was Sheriff of Exeter, Devon, in 1563. He is the ancestor of the Bridgeman baronets, the Earls of Bradford and the Viscounts Bridgeman. He had at least two sons Thomas and Michael. His daughter
Anastryce Bridgeman, became the second wife of John Hooker of Exeter, historian, writer, solicitor, antiquary, and civic administrator. His grandson John Bridgeman became Bishop of Chester in 1619.