Shelfin
Early-attested site in the Parish of Ilfracombe
Historical Forms
- Sildesfen 1167 P
- Schildisfene 1329 DA
- Shilfen 1712 DA
Etymology
'Scyld 's marsh land.' For the pers. name Scyld cf. Shelsley Beauchamp (PN Wo 76).
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