Whilborough
Early-attested site in the Parish of Kingskerswell
Historical Forms
- Weghelburgh 1292 Ass
- Sutwhegelbergh 1294 Ass
- Whelberewe 1294 Ass
- South Welbergh 1342 Inqaqd
- Huwelburghe 1301 Exon
Etymology
The first element is OE hwēol , 'wheel,' referring doubtless to the circular hills here. v. beorg .