Breckland District facts for kids

Breckland District is a local government area in Norfolk, England. It's home to about 135,000 people. This district was created on April 1, 1974. The main office for its local government, called the council, is in East Dereham.

What is Breckland District?

Breckland District gets its name from a special natural area called the Breckland landscape. This area is known for its sandy land covered in plants like gorse. It stretches across parts of south Norfolk and north Suffolk. The name Breckland is very old. People have used it since at least the 13th century. Back then, it was sometimes written as "Brakelond."

Towns and Villages

Breckland District has several towns and many smaller villages. The biggest town in the district is Thetford. Other important towns include East Dereham, Attleborough, and Swaffham. These towns are centers for shopping, schools, and local activities for the people living nearby.

How Breckland is Governed

Breckland District is run by a local council. This council is made up of people elected by the residents. Their job is to make decisions about local services. These services include things like collecting rubbish, managing parks, and helping with housing. They work to make the district a good place to live for everyone.

Images for kids

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  Thetford is the largest settlement in the district

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  Attleborough, the third-largest settlement in the district

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  Swaffham, the fourth-largest settlement in the district

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In Spanish: Breckland para niños