How did the Isle of Dogs ......?

Question

in the East End of London get its name?

Answer 1

In Medieval times, the Isle of Dogs was known as Stepney Marsh and in the 13th Century was drained to support meadows and pastures as well as cornfield.


- The name Isle of Dogs supposedly came about because there were royal kennels in the area.

Answer 2

Isle Of Dogs Name

Answer 3

What follows is a quote, I favour the latter:

The Isle of Dogs is situated some distance downriver from the original City of London. The origin of its name is unclear. It is first mentioned on a map from 1588, and it has been speculated that Henry VIII, whose Palace of Placentia stood in Greenwich on the other side of the river, had his hunting dogs kennelled there. Another theory is that the name is a corruption of "Isle of docks" referring to the many jetties around the peninsula.

Answer 4

The Canary Islands are so called because when the Spanish first discovered the place, it was alive with wild dogs so they called it Islas de Canares meaning Islands of Dogs (I stand to have my Spanish corrected here!). The Canaries did quite a bit of trade with London via a particular wharf that took its name from the islands: Canary Wharf. The island on which this wharf was located took its name from that connection; the translation being reversed back into English - Isle of Dogs.

Answer 5

The Canary Islands are known for being the sun centre of Europe! See this sunlight with hotelbye . Canary Islands offer a mild temperatures and a selection of fantastic natural attractions. Five of its seven islands have been reported a Biosphere Reserve, and the archipelago has four national parks. Probably the most exceptional attractions in Canary Islands will be the beaches since they are just perfect for soothing in sunlight or experiencing water activities such as windsurfing and scuba diving. In Canary Islands you will also be impressing by the interior appeal like: walking, period touring, hiking and also caving. Some of the very spectacular attractions of Canary Islands are: the volcanic landscape of Lanzarote, the beaches of Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria using their sand dunes, or the natural forests of La Palma and La Gomera.

Answer 6

have you seen the woman around there ... take it your not from them parts !! real reson was that there once was royal kennels there . the dogs were used for hunting ... more facts about london
http://www.bbc.co.uk/london/content/articles/2005/08/10/local_docklands_feature.shtml

Answer 7

Was it something to do with the Royal Kennels of some long gone king were there?

Answer 8

Cheire Blair used to live there,,so they named it in her honour

Answer 9

http://www.lddc-history.org.uk/iod/index.html#History

Answer 10

its where all the ugly women live