Bury
Major Settlement in the Parish of Bury
Historical Forms
- (æt) Byryg c.1000 Cragg
- Biria, Birig, Byrig, Biri, Biry, Byri 1100–35 Rams c.1350 BM 1253,1297 Ct 1300 ADv 1311 SR 1327 BM 1334 ADi 1336
- Bury 1359 FF
- Bery 1404 ADi
- Bury al. Berry 1564 FF
- Bery Parua 1569 FF
Etymology
The burh referred to in this name is probably the earthwork described as the 'Roman Camp' just to the south-west of the village.