Drewells
Early-attested site in the Parish of Bledlow
Historical Forms
- Mesle 1302 FA
- Mesele al. Druels 1474 Pat
- Drewells c.1825 O
Etymology
Simon de Rual (al. Simon Druel ) held land in Bledlow in the 13th cent. (Fees i. 462, ii. 875) and this is the origin of the manorial name. The other name is from OE meos and leah , hence 'mossy clearing.'