Barking facts for kids
Barking is a name that can refer to several different places, TV shows, and even a sports team! It's important to know which "Barking" someone is talking about.
Places Named Barking
Barking in London
One of the most well-known places named Barking is a large town in East London, England. It's a busy area with many homes, shops, and parks. Barking is part of a bigger area called the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. A "borough" is like a local district or area with its own local government.
For many years, Barking had different local government names. From 1931 to 1965, it was called the Municipal Borough of Barking. Then, from 1965 to 1980, it was part of the London Borough of Barking. These names show how local areas are organized over time.
People in Barking, London, also vote for their representatives in the UK Parliament. The area where they vote is called the Barking parliamentary constituency. A constituency is a special area that elects one person to speak for them in the country's government. There was also an older voting area called the Barking electoral division for the Greater London Council.
Barking in Suffolk
There is another place called Barking in England. This is a smaller place, a quiet village in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. It is also a civil parish, which is a small local area with its own council.
Arts and Entertainment
The name "Barking" has also been used for different things in music and television.
- Music:
* There is an album called Barking by a music group named Underworld. * A popular song called "Barking" was released by the artist Ramz.
- Television:
* Barking was a British sketch comedy TV show that first aired in 1998. Sketch comedy shows have many short, funny scenes. * There was also a British children's TV series from 2004 simply called Barking!. This show was made especially for younger viewers.
Other Uses of Barking
Sports
The name "Barking" is also used by a sports team. The Barking Rugby Football Club is an English rugby union club. They are based in Barking, London, and play the sport of rugby.
