Somers Heath
Other OS name in the Parish of Aveley
Historical Forms
- Culverhouse 1495 ERxv
- Heath House 1777 C
- Sumer 1264 Misc
Etymology
is Culverhouse 1495 ER xv, Heath House 1777 C. Originally 'pigeon-house,' from OE culfre,'wood-pigeon.' Its present name possibly preserves the family-name of Thomas Sumer (1264 Misc) .