Lidgett Ho
Early-attested site in the Parish of Edwinstowe
Historical Forms
- Lidyate 1273 Blyth
- le Lydyate 1324 For
- le Ledegate 1437 Pat
- atte Lydyate 1327 SR
Etymology
Lidgett Ho is Lidyate 1273Blyth , le Lydyate 1324For , le Ledegate 1437 Pat and was the home of Richard atte Lydyate (1327SR ). This is the OE hlidgeat, 'swing gate,' frequently found in old woodland areas. Cf. infra 284.