Goudges in England
There are two pronunciations for the name Goudge. "Goodge" and "Gowdge". My ancestors have always used the "Gowdge" pronunciation, however, they came to North America before 1779, and moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada as United Empire Loyalists in 1783.
I am trying to track down the birthplace of Thomas Goudge who was born in 1745, and would like to know what part of England might have used the "Gowdge" pronunciation. Any suggestions or help would be appreciated.
Edward Goudge