Appledore facts for kids

Appledore is a name that refers to several different places and things, mostly in England and the United States. It can be a village, an island, a ship, or even a football club! This article will help you learn about the different meanings of "Appledore."

Places in England

There are a few villages named Appledore in England. Each one has its own unique history and location.

Appledore in Devon

• Appledore, Mid Devon: This small village is located near the town of Tiverton in the county of Devon. It's a quiet place with a rural feel.
• Appledore, Torridge, Devon: This is a larger, well-known village located on the coast in North Devon, close to the town of Bideford. It's famous for its shipbuilding history and its pretty harbor. Many visitors come here to enjoy the seaside.

Appledore in Kent

• Appledore, Kent: This village is found in the county of Kent, in the southeast of England. It's known for its historic buildings and its connection to the local railway.
  • Appledore (Kent) railway station: This train station serves the village of Appledore in Kent. It helps people travel to and from the village by train.

Appledore in Stories

• Appledore in Fiction: The name Appledore has also been used in stories. For example, a fictional place called Appledore appears in the Sherlock Holmes story His Last Vow.

Places in the USA

The name Appledore isn't just found in England; it's also used across the Atlantic.

Appledore Island

• Appledore Island: This island is located off the coast of Maine in the United States. It's part of the Isles of Shoals, a small group of islands. Appledore Island is known for its natural beauty and for being a place where scientists study marine life.

Ships and Shipbuilding

The name Appledore is also connected to the world of ships and how they are built.

Famous Ships

• Appledore II (schooner): This is a type of sailing ship called a schooner. The Appledore II is based in Camden, Maine, and is often used for sailing tours. Schooners are known for their speed and their two or more masts.
• HMS Appledore (1919): This was a British Royal Navy ship built in 1919. It was a minesweeper, which means its job was to find and remove dangerous underwater mines to keep shipping lanes safe during wartime.

Shipbuilding Company

• Appledore Shipbuilders: This is a company located in Devon, England, specifically in the Appledore village near Bideford. For many years, this company has been building and repairing various types of ships, playing an important role in the local economy and maritime industry.

Other Uses of Appledore

The name Appledore can also refer to other things, like sports teams.

Football Club

• Appledore F.C.: This is a football (soccer) club based in the village of Appledore in North Devon, England. Like many local clubs, it brings together players and fans from the community to enjoy the sport.

See Also

You can also find information about Appledore for kids in Spanish: Appledore para niños

• Apeldoorn, a city in the Netherlands, which sounds similar to Appledore.