Old Byland
Major Settlement in the Parish of Old Byland
Historical Forms
- Begeland 1086 DB
- Veteri Bella Landa 1293 QW
- Old Bylande 1541 Dugd v. 355
Etymology
The spellings follow closely those of Byland Abbey. We may note Begeland 1086 DB, Veteri Bella Landa 1293 QW, Old Bylande 1541 Dugd v.355. v. Byland Abbey 194supra .