Died c. 970; original feast day was February 10, feast of translation is
October 23.
Merewenna was the first abbess of Rumsey convent in Hampshire, when it
had been restored under King Edward the Peaceful (or Edgar?) refounded
it in 967. Under her direction the monastery prospered and attracted
princesses, including
Saint Elfleda (f.d. October 23)
by whom she lies
in the abbey church
(Benedictines,
Farmer).