Two miles from the coast and 8 miles from
Dorcester, population 166 (2001 census). The almost forgotten
village of Chaldon Herring or East Chaldon lies between Winfrith
and coastal Ringstead.
The name Chaldon is derived from Chavedon,
or Chalvedon, which has been said to mean "The hill where
calves were pastured" or "the retreat or hiding place down".
Herring is derived from the Norman family Harang, who became
Lords of the Manor after the conquest.
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