Trespass action by the prior of Christ Church Canterbury.
Details
King's bench suit brought by John Fynch, prior of Christ Church Canterbury, against Robert de Teye and several other tenants from Merstham for trespass on the prior's enclosure. The accused claim that the prior had enclosed common land and that they rightfully pastured their animals on it.
Date of incident (or "date from" if range)
17/06/1381
Location
Merstham,Surrey
Type
Trespass to land: forcible entry of close and houses,Trespass to land: cutting down crops or trees
