Hadstock facts for kids
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| Population | 332 (2011 Census) |
| OS grid reference | TL558448 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode district | CB21 |
| Dialling code | 01223 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Hadstock is a small village located in Essex, England. It's about 6 miles (10 km) away from the town of Saffron Walden. The village sits right on the border with Cambridgeshire, and it's about 9 miles (14 km) from the city of Cambridge.
In 2011, a count of the people living in Hadstock showed there were 332 residents. This was a small increase from the 320 people recorded in 2001.
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Hadstock's Ancient Church
The local Church of England parish church in Hadstock is dedicated to Saint Botolph. This church is very special because it has the oldest door still being used in all of Great Britain!
The oldest parts of the church building are believed to be from around the year 1020 AD. Over many centuries, new sections have been added, and the church has been repaired and updated several times.
A World War II Airfield
Just outside Hadstock, there is an old airfield that is no longer used. This airfield played an important role during World War II.
While it later became officially known as RAF Little Walden, it was first named after the village of Hadstock. Airfields like this were vital for planes during the war.
Unique Scout Troop
From 1951 until at least 1968, Hadstock was home to a very special group of Scouts. It had the only mounted Scout troop in all of Britain!
This unique troop rode horses as part of their Scouting activities. It was led by a person named Dr. Jock Dawson.
Hadstock's Silver Band
Hadstock also has its own silver band. These bands are groups of musicians who play instruments like trumpets, trombones, and tubas. They often perform for the community.
