Barforth facts for kids
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 The ruins of St. Lawrence's chapel, in Barforth, are among the few visible remains of Old Richmond. |
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 Barforth
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| Population | 77 (2001 Census) |
| OS grid reference | NZ167163 |
| Shire county | |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | DARLINGTON |
| Postcode district | DL2 |
| Police | Durham |
| Fire | County Durham and Darlington |
| Ambulance | North East |
| EU Parliament | North East England |
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Barforth is a small area in County Durham, England. It is a civil parish, which is like a local district. Barforth is located near a village called Gainford.
The northern edge of Barforth is bordered by the River Tees. In 2001, only 77 people lived here. Because the population is so small, information about Barforth is often grouped with the nearby parish of Ovington.
What Can You See in Barforth?
Barforth is home to the remains of an old, abandoned village. This village was once called Old Richmond. You can still see some interesting historical structures there today.
Ruins and Old Buildings
One of the visible remains is a ruined dovecote. A dovecote is a building that was used to house pigeons or doves. People kept them for their meat or eggs.
You can also find the ruins of St Lawrence's chapel. This was once a church building. It is a reminder of the village that used to be here long ago.
Barforth Hall
While many buildings are just ruins, Barforth Hall is still standing. People live in this historic building today. It shows a link between the past and the present in Barforth.
