I am Brenchley!

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Or so papersky tells me.

My name derives from the Anglo-Saxons who had a settlement in the area. The headman was named Braenca, and his people who were pig hearders lived in a clearing or "leagh" in the forest of Anderida hence Braenca's Leagh. This has varied through the centuries to Braencsle, Brencheslega, Branchelegh, Brenchesle and finally to Brenchley.

After the Norman Conquest in 1066, the land was given to Richard FitzGilbert, the cousin of William the Conqueror.

I have quite an impressive history for such a small village. The Peasants' Revolt of 1381 was begun by one of my residents, and another was burned at the stake during the reign of Bloody Mary. My church is nearly 800 years old.

Take a look at my stunning panorama! I have "fantastic timber-framed buildings and idyllic church."

You're welcome to come by for a singalong on May 8th at 7:30. Or just stroll in my lovely gardens!

I am currently 7 degrees C, and hazy.