Catbrain facts for kids
Catbrain Hill, often just called Catbrain, is a small village in South Gloucestershire, England. It's part of the North Fringe of Bristol, which is a suburban area. You can find it close to Cribbs Causeway. The road through Catbrain has many car dealerships. New homes have been built here recently, and more building projects are happening in 2022. At the bottom of the hill, you can see the runway of the old Bristol Filton Airport. The area's postcode is BS10.
What's in the Name?
The name "Cat's brain" is quite common for fields in southern England. It comes from an old Middle English phrase, "Cattes Brazen." This phrase described a rough mix of clay used in the soil long ago. You can find other places called Catbrain in many English counties. These include Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and Gloucestershire. Catbrain is often listed among the most unusual place names in the UK and even worldwide!
The Hazel Brook
The Hazel Brook is a small stream that starts near Cribbs Causeway. It flows into the River Trym. At Catbrain, there's a special reservoir that controls the water flow. This reservoir helps to stop too much dirt and mud from the many shopping malls nearby from getting into the stream. The city council checks the water for pollution every month to keep it clean.
