Rolster, Rolster Bridge
Early-attested site in the Parish of Harberton
Historical Forms
- Rostewode 1308 Oliver
- Rostbridge, stone bridge caullid Roste c.1550 Leland
- Rostabridge 1626 Recov
Etymology
This probably contains the OE hrōst , 'beam,' the reference being to a bridge made of beams. Cf. Ruston PN NRY 109 and Rossley (Gl), 1333 Ipm Rosteley .
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