Wivelridge
Early-attested site in the Parish of Peasmarsh
Historical Forms
- Wyueregg' 1248 Ass
- Wyuelerugg' 1332 SR
- Wyueleregge 1344 BM
- Welmeregge 1539 LP
Etymology
Wivelridge (lost) is Wyueregg '1248Ass , Wyuelerugg '1332 SR, Wyueleregge 1344 BM, Welmeregge 1539 LP. This is a com- pound of hrycg and the OE pers. name Wifela (v. PN Wo 247) or the noun wifel , 'weevil,' hence 'weevil-infested hill.' Wivelridge is one of the 'borghs' of Goldspur Hundred, comprising Tillingham, Pelsham, Barline etc.