What does Gaye mean in Ellis Peter's Cadfael books?

Answer 1

'The Gaye' (not Gaye) is an area of Shrewsbury on the banks of the river Severn, by the Abbey and across the bridge from the Abbots Vineyard and storeyards. It comprised plumb, apple and cherry orchards, as well as vegetable gardens and fruit gardens.

Answer 2

In Ellis Peters' Cadfael books, Gaye refers to a monetary payment or rent. It is a medieval term for a small sum of money paid in exchange for goods or services.