Evesham

Evesham

Evesham , town (1991 pop. 15,069), Worcestershire, W central England, on the Avon River. Evesham is the center of the Vale of Evesham, known for its market gardens. It is also a popular summer resort. Simon de Montfort , leader of the revolt against Henry III, was killed in 1265 during the battle of Evesham.

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Evesham

Evesham, England/UK Eveshomme ‘Land in a River Bend belonging to Ēof’ from an Old English personal name and hamm. The town lies in a bend of the River Avon.

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Evesham

Evesham Worcs. Eveshomme 709, Evesham 1086 (DB). ‘Land in a river-bend belonging to a man called Ēof’. OE pers. name + hamm.

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