Letchmoreheath
Early-attested site in the Parish of Aldenham
Historical Forms
- Lachemeresheth 1299 Ass
- Westlechemere 1341 WAM
- Lechmore Heath 1544 DeedsEnrolled
Etymology
Letchmoreheath is Lachemeresheth 1299Ass , Westlechemere 1341WAM , Lechmore Heath 1544Deeds Enrolled . 'Muddy pond heath,' v. lache , mere . “There is a large pond on the common which being on the London clay is liable to be muddy” (E. J. S.).