Mount Bures facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Bures |
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 St. John's church, Mount Bures |
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 Mount Bures
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| Population | 249 (2011) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Bures |
| Postcode district | CO8 |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Mount Bures is a small, interesting village in England. It sits right on the border between two counties: Essex and Suffolk. The village gets its name from an old 'mount' or 'motte'. This was a type of small hill. People think it was built a long time ago, around 1066. This was just after William the Conqueror came to England.
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Exploring Mount Bures
Mount Bures is a quiet place with a rich history. It has connections to ancient times and important events. The village is also home to a special nature area.
A Look Back in Time
The name 'Mount Bures' comes from a 'motte'. A motte is a large mound of earth. It was often part of a 'motte-and-bailey' castle. These castles were built in England after 1066. This was when William the Conqueror invaded. The motte in Mount Bures shows its old roots.
The Railway Story
A railway line runs right through Mount Bures. It's called the Gainsborough Line. This line is thought to have opened in 1848. Just a few miles from the village is the famous Chappel Viaduct. This is a very long bridge for trains.
Building railways and viaducts was hard work. Many workers, called 'navvies', helped build them. The Thatchers Arms is a pub in Mount Bures. People believe it became a pub in the 1840s. It was a place for the navvies to get drinks after their long days.
World War II Defenses
During World War II, England built many defenses. One of these was the Colchester Stop Line. This was a series of bunkers. These bunkers were built to help protect the country. You can find one of these old bunkers in Mount Bures. It's a reminder of a very important time in history.
Nature and Wildlife
South of Mount Bures village is Sergeants Orchard. This is a special nature reserve. It is looked after by the Essex Wildlife Trust. Nature reserves are places where plants and animals can live safely. They help protect different kinds of wildlife.
