Two Bristolian hill-names and what can be done with place-name evidence: Penpole Point and Spaniorum

By Richard Coates

Issue 16, Winter, 2007 pp. 20-23.

The study of linguistics can often tell us more about a place than we realise. In this article, Richard Coates looks into the etymology of two Bristol Hill names, contextualising one as being of Celtic origin, while the other appears to have ancient linguistic roots. This article highlights the significance of place name evidence, making a case for its value in historical studies. 


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