Minstead was held by Godric Malf in 1066 and by his sons in 1086. The land was assessed at 3½ hides under Edward the Confessor, but only half a hide was held by Godric’s sons, the remainder having become part of the New Forest. Minstead was apparently held by the same family throughout the twelfth century, alongside Bisterne and Totton, and according to VCH might at that time have been called Ivez, along with the family.