>> I wondered that and as far as I can tell, no. There is, however, a Little Wenlock and a Much Wenlock.<<

LOL

I'm still charmed that you live near Wenlock and Wrekin.

>> The high banked hedgerows locally always make for deep lanes.<<

So raised edges rather than sunken center, but creating a similar effect. I can see how banked hedgerows would make a good "fence" especially if the area tends to get soggy.