Curran, County Londonderry facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Curran
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| Population | 132 (2001 Census) |
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| Country | Northern Ireland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Postcode district | BT |
| Dialling code | 028 |
| EU Parliament | Northern Ireland |
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Curran is a small village and townland in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. A townland is a small area of land, often used for local addresses.
In the 2001 Census, Curran had a population of 132 people. It is part of the Mid-Ulster District Council area. This council helps manage local services for the community.
Curran is also part of the Mid-Ulster area for elections. This means people living in Curran vote for their representatives in the Westminster Parliament and the Northern Ireland Assembly.
A Village That Has Changed
Curran was once a busy market village. People would come from nearby areas to buy and sell goods. However, over the years, other towns and villages nearby grew bigger.
Because of this, Curran's shop, post office, and primary school have all closed. The primary school joined with a new school in nearby Knockloughrim in 1979.
Places of Worship
Curran has a Presbyterian Church. This church shares its minister with Castledawson Presbyterian Church.
Most local Anglicans (members of the Church of Ireland) go to Termoneeny Parish Church. This church is located in Knockloughrim.
The main A6 road, which connects Belfast and Derry, runs close to Curran. This road is important for travel and transport in the area.
The Oldest Lodge
Curran is home to a very old Masonic lodge. A Masonic lodge is a meeting place for a group called the Freemasons. They are a social and charitable organization.
This lodge was started in 1776. It is the oldest one that has been meeting continuously in the areas of Londonderry and Donegal. The lodge still holds its meetings in the Freemason's Hall in the middle of the village.
