EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF GRIFFYDAM
Griffydam is a small hamlet in North West Leicestershire and is located in the parish of Worthington.
The name of the village of Griffydam is thought to originate from Old Norse “gryfja” (cleft/valley) and Old English “dammer” (dam). There are also historical references to “Griffith’s dam”. This suggests that a “small” settlement probably developed as far back as the time of the Viking invasion of 873.
To discover more about the history of our village go to TOPICS, follow the HERITAGE TRAIL..... or view the Book Publications via the link below, from which we have taken may extracts for this website with the kind permission of the author Samuel T Stewart.
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Publications
Samuel T Stewart is an historian and author of many books on the local area including publications on Griffydam village. To view or download the publications for free click below.
A new book on Limestone Burning in NW Leicestershire is now available. If you are interested please get in touch via the Contact page or email us on
Peggs Green Welfare Institute (Beaumont Centre) - Updates
The Loyal William Worswick House Of Oddfellows (New)
1842 General Strike And Its Effect On NW Leics Coal Miners (New)
Turnpike Roads Griffydam, Peggs Green & Gelsmoor - Supplement Updates
The Califat Coal Mine Tragedy October 1863
People Photo Gallery - Updates & Additions
School Photo Gallery - Additions