Holton St Mary facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Holton St Mary |
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 St Mary's Church, Holton St Mary |
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 Holton St Mary
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| Population | 220 (2005) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode district | CO7 |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Holton St Mary is a small village in Suffolk, England. It is also a civil parish, which is a local government area. The village is found about five miles (8 km) southwest of a larger town called Ipswich. It is also very close to the A12 road, which helps mark the edge of the parish. Holton St Mary is part of the Babergh area.
Exploring Holton St Mary
Holton St Mary is a quiet place with a small population. In 2005, about 220 people lived here. The village is known for its peaceful countryside.
Nature and Wildlife
A special part of Holton St Mary is its connection to nature. The western side of the parish is part of the Dedham Vale National Landscape. This area is known for its amazing natural beauty. It is protected so that everyone can enjoy its landscapes. There is also a place called Higham meadow nature reserve nearby. Nature reserves are special areas where plants and animals are protected.
Famous People from Holton St Mary
Holton St Mary is the birthplace of a very famous jockey named Nat Flatman. He was a champion in British flat racing. This means he was one of the best horse riders in races where horses run on a flat track. Nat Flatman won the British flat racing Champion Jockey title 13 times! This is a huge achievement in horse racing.
