Dearham facts for kids
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| Population | 2,151 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | NY075365 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Maryport |
| Postcode district | CA15 |
| Dialling code | 01900 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Dearham is a village in Cumbria, England. It is located close to the beautiful Lake District National Park. The village is about 2 miles (3.2 km) east of Maryport and 5 miles (8 km) west of Cockermouth. In 2011, about 2,151 people lived in Dearham.
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What's in a Name? The Meaning of Dearham
The name 'Dearham' comes from very old English words. It combines 'dēor' and 'hām'. 'Dēor' means 'deer', and 'hām' means 'homestead' or 'village'. So, Dearham likely means 'deer village' or 'deer homestead'.
Dearham's Past: A Village Shaped by Coal
Dearham has a rich history, especially with coal mining. The village had lots of coal and good access to railways. This helped the coal industry grow a lot.
How Coal Mining Changed Dearham
Because of coal mining, Dearham's population grew quickly. In 1821, only 515 people lived there. By 1891, this number jumped to 2,598! However, over time, deep coal mining and later, open-pit mining, stopped. This meant coal mining was no longer a main job in the area.
Where Dearham Was in History
Historically, Dearham was part of the Workington area in Cumberland. It was also part of the Maryport church area.
Who Governs Dearham?
Dearham is part of the Workington area for the UK Parliament. This is where laws are made for the whole country.
Your Member of Parliament (MP)
The person who represents Dearham in Parliament is called a Member of Parliament. Their job is to speak up for the people in their area. The current MP for Workington is Mark Jenkinson. He is a member of the Conservative Party. He was elected in 2019.
Local Government in Dearham
For local issues, Dearham is part of the Cumberland local government area. This group helps with things like schools, roads, and local services. Dearham also has its own local group called the Dearham Parish Council. This council helps make decisions about the village itself.
Learning in Dearham: Schools and Education
Dearham has a primary school for younger children. About 253 children attend the school, and there's also a nursery for about 26 younger kids.
Secondary Schools for Teens
Most teenagers from Dearham go to secondary schools in nearby towns. These include Netherhall School, Maryport in Maryport, Cockermouth School in Cockermouth, and Keswick School in Keswick.
St Mungo's Church: A Historic Place of Worship
St Mungo's Church is a very old building in Dearham. It was built in the early 12th century, which means it's over 900 years old! It is made of stone and has parts from the 13th and 14th centuries. It even has a Pele tower, which was a type of small castle tower used for defense.
Amazing Stone Discoveries
During some repair work on the church in 1882, two special stones were found:
- The first is the Adam Stone. It is about 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall. This stone shows pictures about the story of Adam and Eve. It dates back to around 900 AD.
- The second is the Kenneth Cross. This cross tells the story of a holy man from the 6th century named St. Kenneth or Cenydd.
Dearham Railway Station: A Stop on the Tracks
Dearham used to have its own railway station. It was called Dearham railway station. This station was part of the Maryport and Carlisle Railway line.
When the Station Was Open
The station opened in 1867. It was located on the edge of Dearham, towards a place called Crosby. Trains used to stop here until 1935.
Famous Faces from Dearham
Some notable people who have connections to Dearham include:
- Alvin Ackerley, a professional rugby league player.
- Harry Archer, another professional rugby league player.
- William Slater Calverley, a vicar (a type of church leader).
- John Cuthbertson, who was famous for making scientific instruments.
- John Osmaston, who owned the Dearham Colliery (coal mine).
See also
In Spanish: Dearham para niños
