Griffydam well
Introduction
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Griffydam well
Image: © Robert Haywood Taken: 11 Mar 2006
The ancient well in Griffydam is still there. The village name comes from the old English terms for a dragon, or griffin, and a dam, meaning well or water source. The legend is that a griffin took up residence in the cave in the rock, and wouldn't allow villagers to obtain their water. Until a chivalrous knight rode by and slew the beast. The iron grill was loose, and removed and then replaced to take the photograph.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.76109
Longitude
-1.388831