
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Rossiters. A department store founded in 1858 by sisters Sarah and Jane Rossiter moved to this site in March 1888 celebrated 150 years of business and service to the people of Torbay before closing to trade in 2009 Recorded plaque organisation: Torbay Civic Society.
Sarah and Jane Rossiter founded Rossiters, a department store in 1858, which became a significant local business in Torbay, symbolizing longevity and community service until its closure in 2009.
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