Conisbrough facts for kids
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| Area | 3.15 sq mi (8.2 km2) |
| Population | 14,333 (2011 census) |
| • Density | 4,550/sq mi (1,760/km2) |
| OS grid reference | SK5198 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Doncaster |
| Postcode district | DN12 |
| Dialling code | 01709 |
| Police | South Yorkshire |
| Fire | South Yorkshire |
| Ambulance | Yorkshire |
| EU Parliament | Yorkshire and the Humber |
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Conisbrough (pronounced 'kon-iss-bruh') is a historic town located in South Yorkshire, England. It sits between the larger towns of Doncaster and Rotherham, right next to the River Don. About 14,333 people live in Conisbrough and the nearby area of Denaby.
Conisbrough is famous for its amazing Conisbrough Castle, which has stood for hundreds of years. The town's name actually means "king's stronghold" in Old English, showing how important it was long ago.
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Discovering Conisbrough's Past
Conisbrough has a very long and interesting history. Experts believe it was a really important place in South Yorkshire during the Anglo-Saxon and Viking times.
Early History and Royal Connections
Around the year 1003, a man named Wulfric Spott gave Conisbrough away in his will. At that time, it was a huge royal estate, meaning it belonged to the king. Later, under King Harold II of England, it became a royal manor again. When the Norman Conquest happened, many towns in South Yorkshire were connected to the Lord of Conisbrough. William the Conqueror then gave this whole area to William de Warenne.
The name Conisbrough suggests there was a king's fort here. This fort was likely either where Conisbrough Castle now stands or near the local church.
St Peter's Church: A Very Old Building
Conisbrough is home to what many believe is the oldest building in all of South Yorkshire: St Peter's Church. This church probably dates back to the 8th century! It was made bigger in the 1100s. Some historians think it was once a "Minster church," which means it was a very important church that served a large area.
The Kilner Jar Story
In 1863, the famous Kilner company opened a factory in Conisbrough. They made all sorts of glass bottles there, like ones for drinks, spices, and medicines. In 1937, the company faced financial trouble. The rights to make the popular Kilner Jars were then sold to another company.
Conisbrough in Books and Stories
Conisbrough has even appeared in famous literature!
Geoffrey of Monmouth's Tales
A writer named Geoffrey of Monmouth wrote about Conisbrough in the 13th century. He claimed that a British king, Ambrosius Aurelianus, built defenses here after winning a battle. He also wrote that an Anglo-Saxon leader, Hengist, was killed and buried in Conisbrough.
Ivanhoe and Conisbrough Castle
In Walter Scott's famous novel Ivanhoe, the castle called 'Coningsburgh Castle' is based on Conisbrough Castle. Scott described it as an Anglo-Saxon fortress, even though it's actually a Norman castle. He clearly had the real Conisbrough Castle in mind when he wrote about its unique tower.
Modern Attractions and Events
Earth Centre: A Former Attraction
In the mid-1990s, a new visitor attraction called Earth Centre opened in Conisbrough. It was built on the site of an old coal mine. Sadly, it closed in 2005 because not enough people visited. Today, a leisure centre stands on a nearby former mine site.
Sporting Connections
Conisbrough has been part of some exciting sporting events!
The town was a stop for the Olympic Torch Relay before the 2012 London Olympics. Also, in 2016, the Le Tour de Yorkshire cycling race came right through Conisbrough, passing by the famous castle.
People from Conisbrough
Some notable people have come from Conisbrough:
- Cyril Snipe (1888–1944) was a motor racing driver who won a big race in Sicily in 1912.
- Tony Christie (born 1943) is a singer famous for his hit song "(Is This the Way to) Amarillo." He was born in the town.
- Alan Sunderland is a well-known footballer.
Learning in Conisbrough
Conisbrough has several schools for young people.
Secondary Education
The town has one secondary school, the De Warenne Academy. This school used to be called Northcliffe School.
Primary Education
For younger students, there are several primary schools in Conisbrough. These include Ivanhoe Academy, Castle Academy, Morley Place Academy, Rowena Academy, and Balby Street Primary.
Further Education
After secondary school, some students continue their education at De Warenne Academy. Others go to colleges like Dearne Valley College or Doncaster College.
Media and Communications
Conisbrough residents can get local news and TV from BBC Yorkshire and ITV Yorkshire. Radio stations like BBC Radio Sheffield and Heart Yorkshire also serve the area. The local newspaper is the Doncaster Free Press.
Getting Around Conisbrough
The town is located where two main roads, the A6023 and the A630, meet.
Bus Services
Stagecoach Yorkshire is the main bus company in Conisbrough. They offer many bus routes to Doncaster and other nearby towns like Mexborough. Buses run very often, making it easy to travel. First South Yorkshire also has a service that connects Conisbrough to Sheffield and Doncaster.
Train Services
Conisbrough has its own Conisbrough railway station. Northern trains run frequently from here to places like Doncaster, Mexborough, and Sheffield. Other trains pass through but do not stop, such as those going between Manchester and Cleethorpes.
Images for kids
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St Peter's Church, Conisbrough
See also
In Spanish: Conisbrough para niños
