Duryard

Duryard

Duryard is an ancient area of Exeter and was once the hunting land of the Anglo-Saxon kings. The name comes from the Anglo-Saxon dear (deer) and geard (fold). Today, much of the area is occupied by the University of Exeter, which has a halls of residence named Duryard.

Coordinates: 50°44′30″N 3°32′20″W / 50.74167°N 3.53889°W / 50.74167; -3.53889



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