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sydenhamcentral


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17-12-2011 08:37 PM

I went to look at a house in Honour Oak Rise (What lovely road, expensive, too expensive unfortunately, but lovely) and discovered for the first time One Tree Hill.

I have to admit, although I knew of it I hadn't been there before. What a hidden gem! It reminded me of where I grew up and playing in the local woods down in Devon but with one of the most amazing view over London, anywhere.

Shame my son 2 month old son Thomas was asleep all the time we were there, even bumping over the seemingly endless steps.

What a great local resource. And quiet too. I loved it. I can't want to take Thomas there when he's a little older and watch him climbing trees and playing hide and seek.[/align]

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dbboy


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17-12-2011 09:36 PM

Sydenham Hill Woods are also a hidden treasure.

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derbybill


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18-12-2011 06:52 PM

Sorry, dbboy, but if you want to come and live in these parts then please be aware we spell it Honor Oak and not in the way that you have used.
Origin of the reason for the spelling is uncertain, but it is widely used including the top of this very page!

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dbboy


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18-12-2011 08:26 PM

Derbybill - I do live in these parts and spell it Honor Oak, please see the spelling by Sydenham Central, I await your apology.

Posted by sydenhamcentral - Yesterday 21:37
I went to look at a house in Honour Oak Rise (What lovely road, expensive, too expensive unfortunately, but lovely) and discovered for the first time One Tree Hill.

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sydenhamcentral


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18-12-2011 09:06 PM

Yes, my mistake, not dbboy (everyone makes mistakes Derby Bill so it seems! I presume you are joking of course over the spelling and the Royston Vasey welcome! ;-)

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hoona


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19-12-2011 10:49 AM

You're right, Sydenhamcentral, it is a truly lovely place. I have two children who love playing there - they have real adventures. Great views, fun for sledging in winter and picking blackberries in August. Hope your son enjoys it as he gets older.

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derbybill


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19-12-2011 07:25 PM

Humble apologies to dbboy and of course you are most welcome sydenhamcentral in Honor Oak!
Sorry!
Blythe Hill Fields has also got great views.

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sydenhamcentral


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19-12-2011 10:40 PM

Phew!

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Nicola11


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05-01-2012 03:27 PM

And Hilly Fields is great for children

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lacb


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05-01-2012 05:29 PM

Quote:
Origin of the reason for the spelling is uncertain, but it is widely used including the top of this very page!


Have always assumed that this is just because "honor" is the older spelling of the word. Is there another explanation?

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