Figges Marsh

The A217, passing Figges Marsh

Figges Marsh is a park in the London Borough of Merton (south-west London). It is in Mitcham, close to Tooting railway station.[1] Originally, the park was next to a toll road into London. It was named after William Figge who occupied the land from 1357.[2]

References

  1. "Figges Marsh". Merton Town Council. 2008-12-23. Retrieved 2009-07-28.
  2. http://hidden-london.com/gazetteer/figges-marsh

Coordinates: 51°24′50″N 0°09′36″W / 51.414°N 0.160°W / 51.414; -0.160


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