Local History

The River Thames

 

The Treacher papers

John Treacher (1736-1802) was first General Surveyor for the Upper District of the Thames Navigation Commission, and later General Engineer for the whole Navigation. He was succeeded in similar roles by his son John, and then by John’s son George. Together they held senior positions in the Navigation from 1791-1863.

The Treacher papers include many notes and drawings of works undertaken for the Thames Navigation Commission, and similar papers for other clients such as the Berkshire Quarter Sessions, for whom John Treacher junior was also surveyor of bridges.

The collection is available for research at the Record Office. Usual rules for access apply.
 

Treacher account book
Accounts for making a tow path at Cookham, 1831 (D/EX1457/1/18A)
 
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