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Jan 3, 2019 · North East place-names and their origins. DAVID SIMPSON explores the sometimes surprising meanings of place-names in the North East region. Wearmouth Bridge, Sunderland © David Simpson. Did you know that Sunderland was the sundered or separated land; Newcastle was simply a ‘New’ Castle and Gateshead was, quite strangely, the ‘head of the ...
Jun 6, 2020 · Pity Me, County Durham. Of all the strange place names in the North East, this one has the most theories behind it, ranging from a variation on an old Norman name, a story about St...
Mar 9, 2016 · 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.
Apr 19, 2024 · In 2019, David designed a map showcasing all the places with odd names. We have put together a selection of some of the strangest place names around the North East for you to discover.
Dec 29, 2021 · From murder paths to places where bison used to roam, we reveal the origin of the region's place names
Jul 10, 2021 · A survey found Alnwick was one of the most commonly mispronounced place names in the UK. However, people in the North East can give any number of different examples to the Northumberland town...
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The majority of place names of Viking origin can be found in the north and east of England, in the region known as the Danelaw, the west and north of Scotland and the Isle of Man.
