Champson
Early-attested site in the Parish of Molland
Historical Forms
- Mollaund Chaumpeus 1281 Ass
- Champe(l)leston 1281 Ass 1285 FA
- Champeston 1333 SR
- Champeauxton 1422 Ass 1428 FF
- Campellis 1202 FF
Etymology
It represents the manor of Mouland held by William and Robert de Campellis in 1202 (FF). In 1219 the surname is spelt Champell (FF) and in 1281 Champeus (Ass ). Cf. IPN 132.