Bolam, County Durham facts for kids
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 Legs Cross on Dere Street overlooks Bolam |
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| Population | 84 (2021 census) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Police | Durham |
| Fire | County Durham and Darlington |
| Ambulance | North East |
| EU Parliament | North East England |
Bolam is a small village found in County Durham, England. It's located a few miles north-west of a larger town called Darlington.
In 2011, the whole area around Bolam, including nearby places like Hilton and Morton Tinmouth, had about 209 people living there. By 2021, the village of Bolam itself had a population of 84 people.
What's in Bolam?
Bolam is a quiet place. In 2009, a company called Npower Renewables looked at land near Bolam. They thought it might be a good spot for seven large wind turbines. Each of these turbines could be as tall as 125 meters.
Where Did the Name "Bolam" Come From?
The name Bolam has a long history. It was first written down as Bolum around the year 1155.
Historians think the name might come from old English words. It could mean "high swell of land" combined with "homestead," which is like a home or farm. Another idea is that it means "at the tree trunks." This comes from old English or old Norse words for "tree-trunk" or "log."
