Broomscott
Early-attested site in the Parish of Swimbridge
Historical Forms
- Brunescota t.Stephen France
- Brunescote 1285 FA
- Brywenescote 1303 FA
- Brounyscote 1330 SR
- Brounscote 1346 FA
- Bromescote 1428 FA
Etymology
Probably 'Brūn 's cot(e).' The 1303 form is best considered as a blunder.