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Merriott (Bridge)

Other OS name in the Parish of Powerstock

Etymology

, cf. Merriott Orchard 1839TA ; an earlier bridge here may be that referred to in the surnames of William atte Brugge 1327SR , John , William de Ponte 1332 SR , John atte Brigge 1340 NI , Henry atte Brigge de Pourstoke 1400Ilch , v. atte , brycg .