Place record TQ 55 NW 105 - Riverhead

Summary

Possible origin of the name Riverhead derives from the Old English "hrither + hýth meaning Cattlewharf. It has been suggested that this related to a linear mound close to the river Darent. However it has also been suggested that the name Riverhead is certain that it is not connected with the River Darent which flows to the north of the village. The name may, in fact derive from the saxon word 'rither' which meant 'a hill'.

Location

Grid reference TQ 5143 5614 (point) Estimated from sources
Map sheet TQ55NW
Civil Parish RIVERHEAD, SEVENOAKS, KENT
District SEVENOAKS, KENT

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

<1> Elton, Ann, 2002, The Place-name Riverhead and its Implications (Unpublished document). SKE12184.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Unpublished document: Elton, Ann. 2002. The Place-name Riverhead and its Implications.

Finds (0)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (0)

Record last edited

Jul 28 2004 10:59AM