Branxton, Northumberland facts for kids
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_-_2004-Feb-06_-_Looking_SSE_from_the_monument.jpg) Flodden Field, looking south-south-east from the monument erected in 1910. The Scottish army advanced down the ploughed field and the English army down the grassy field in the foreground; presumably, they met at the valley boundary between the two fields. |
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| Population | 123 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | NT895375 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CORNHILL-ON-TWEED |
| Postcode district | TD12 |
| Dialling code | 01890 |
| Police | Northumbria |
| Fire | Northumberland |
| Ambulance | North East |
| EU Parliament | North East England |
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Branxton is a small village in northern England, located in a county called Northumberland. It's super close to the border between England and Scotland, only about 3 miles away! The Scottish town of Coldstream is also nearby, about 4 miles.
In 2011, only 123 people lived in Branxton, which makes it a very small and quiet community. It's a great place to learn about history and see some unique sights.
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What to See in Branxton
Branxton is famous because it's very near where a huge battle happened long ago! It was called the Battle of Flodden, and it took place on September 9, 1513. In this battle, England fought against Scotland, and England won.
Remembering the Battle of Flodden
Today, a special granite cross stands on Piper Hill to remember this important battle. In 2013, people in the area celebrated the 500th anniversary of the battle. It was a big event to honor the history of the area.
Pallinsburn House
Close by is Pallinsburn House, a grand old house built in the 1700s. It's a beautiful example of old English architecture.
The Amazing Concrete Garden
One of the coolest things in Branxton is a garden filled with painted concrete statues! These sculptures were started in 1962 by a man named James Beveridge. He worked with John Fairnington, a retired joiner, to create them.
They made these statues to amuse John's son, Edwin, who had a disability. You can see all sorts of animals, plus statues of famous people like Winston Churchill, T. E. Lawrence, and Robert Burns. There are also many texts carved into the bases and paths. This unique garden has been a popular place for visitors.
Places of Worship
The village has a church dedicated to Saint Paul. The current church building was built in 1849. It stands on the same spot where a much older church used to be.
Famous People from Branxton
- Percival Stockdale (1736–1811) was a poet, writer, and reformer. He was especially known for speaking out against slavery.
