Colburn, North Yorkshire facts for kids
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| Population | 4,860 (2011 census) |
| OS grid reference | SE203982 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Catterick Garrison |
| Postcode district | DL9 |
| Dialling code | 01748 |
| Police | North Yorkshire |
| Fire | North Yorkshire |
| Ambulance | Yorkshire |
| EU Parliament | Yorkshire and the Humber |
Colburn is a town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. It is located about 2 miles (3.2 km) west of Catterick. In 2011, Colburn had a population of 4,860 people.
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History of Colburn
The name Colburn comes from the first people who settled near a stream called Colburn Beck. It means "cold stream" or "cool, black stream." The word "burn" means a valley shaped by flowing water.
Colburn Hall, a historic building, is found on the edge of the old village. There is also a very old courthouse from the 1300s.
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In 2018, the Broadway shopping area and Colburn Business Park had some issues with anti-social behaviour involving young people. To help make the area safer, the police put a special order in place. This order helps to manage public spaces and keep them peaceful for everyone.
What Colburn Does
The main shopping area in Colburn is called the Broadway precinct. Here you can find a Co-op shop and other local businesses. There is also a community library.
Colburn Business Park opened in 2008. It has many office spaces and buildings where different companies work.
How Colburn is Run
Colburn is part of the Richmond (Yorks) area for the UK Parliament. The current Member of Parliament (MP) for this area is Rishi Sunak. An MP is a person elected by the public to represent them in the government.
Colburn is part of the North Yorkshire Council. This council manages local services for the area. Colburn also has its own town council with a mayor and nine councillors. They help make decisions for the local community.
Learning in Colburn
Colburn has one primary school called Colburn Community Primary School. For older students, the closest secondary school is Risedale School in Hipswell, a nearby area.
Community and Fun
St Cuthbert's Church, Colburn opened in 1957. It serves the people living in the newer parts of Colburn. The only traditional pub, The Hildyard Arms, is in the old Colburn Village. It first opened in 1823.
Colburn has its own football team, Colburn Town FC. They play in the Wensleydale Creamery League. The Colburn Leisure Centre opened in 2002. It has a gym and a dance studio. It is also a place for local touch rugby and gymnastics groups.
Public Services
The main healthcare provider in Colburn is the Colburn Medical Practice. This is a local doctor's office that works with the Catterick Village Health Centre.
For emergencies, the closest hospital with an A&E (Accident and Emergency) is Darlington Memorial Hospital, about 15 miles (24 km) away. The Yorkshire Ambulance Service provides ambulances for the town. Colburn is also covered by the Great North Air Ambulance for serious emergencies.
The North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has a fire station in Colburn. The North Yorkshire Police are the local police force that keeps the community safe.
See also
In Spanish: Colburn (Yorkshire del Norte) para niños
