Why does Britain have such bizarre place names?

Thu, 31 Mar 2016 12:56:14 +1100

Andrew Pam <xanni [at] glasswings.com.au>

Andrew Pam
<http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20160309-why-does-britain-have-such-bizarre-place-names>

"Bishop’s Itchington, Westley Waterless: there is plenty to smile or snigger at
on a map of the UK. But in fact, these names reveal a hidden – and fascinating
– history."

Fun article about the etymology of British place names.

Via stuart richman, Kate Savage and Irreverent Monk.

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