Britwell Salome

OXFORDSHIRE
ENGLAND


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Britwell = Possibly meaning spring or stream of the Britons, from the Old English Bryt + wella. Known as Brutwelle in 1086. Salome is a manorial affix from the de Suleham family dating from the 13th century. Known as Brutewell Solham by 1320, and later on as Bruttewell Sulham.

To travel to Britwell Salome by road, use the M40, and exit at Junction 6 (40 minutes from London approx, one hour 20 minutes from Birmingham approx). Head to Watlington and continue on the B4009 to Britwell Salome.