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morfe Apr 15, 2005 13:26:12

Replying to nigelswift

The though of hidden crossings never occurred to me before, I always assumed (like the suspected one at Hampton Loade) tha they had either been destroyed or had sunken. It makes very good sense to have a crossing known only to those who need it. Thanks Nigel!

nigelswift Apr 15, 2005 13:51:47

Replying to morfe

Actually, the idea that "Danesford is derived from derne-ford meaning hidden-ford" is ringing a big bell with me now, as I know another ford at nearby Claverley, also in Salop, which is called Danford. Locally it was always said to be derived from the Danes, but simply "hidden" makes lots of sense.

(Incidentally the Mose crossing, I think, would be on the Roman road that cuts across from Greensforge, Highgate Common and Bobbington.)