Vennel vs. Wynd — What's the Difference?

A vennel is a passageway between the gables of two buildings which can in effect be a minor street in Scotland and the north east of England, particularly in the old centre of Durham. In Scotland, the term originated in royal burghs created in the twelfth century, the word deriving from the Old French word venelle meaning "alley" or "lane".

A wynd () is typically a narrow lane between houses. The name is frequently encountered in towns and villages in Scotland and Northern England.

An alley, a narrow street.

A narrow lane, alley or path, especially one between houses.

A stack of hay.

A narrow lane or alley.