Natland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Natland |
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 The village green and St Mark's church |
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 Natland
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| Population | 796 (2011 Census) |
| OS grid reference | SD521892 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | KENDAL |
| Postcode district | LA9 |
| Dialling code | 01539 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Natland is a charming village and civil parish located about two miles (3 km) south of Kendal in the Westmorland and Furness area of Cumbria, England. It's quite close to the village of Oxenholme. According to the 2011 census, Natland had a population of 796 people.
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Welcome to Natland!
Natland is a lovely place with lots of open space. It covers about 3.61 square kilometers (892 acres) of countryside. You'll find it on the east side of the River Kent.
Exploring Natland's Landscape
The parish stretches from the river all the way to a steep hill called Helm. Helm rises to 185 meters above sea level. From its top, you can enjoy amazing views of the surrounding area! Natland village itself sits right in the middle of this beautiful parish.
Village Life and Landmarks
Natland has several important spots. These include St Mark's Parish Church, which was built in 1910. It's actually the third church to stand on that very spot! You'll also find St Mark's Church of England Primary School, the Village Hall, and the Village Store and Post Office. This store used to be a place where people gathered, called the Horse and Farrier.
The village green is a popular meeting place. It has a special oak tree planted in 1952 for the Queen's Coronation. There's also a picnic table and two memorial seats where you can relax. Both the Village Green and Helm hill are considered common land. This means they are open for everyone to enjoy. They are owned by the Strickland family, who live nearby at Sizergh Castle.
The Lancaster Canal once flowed through the western part of the parish. It closed in 1947. There have been discussions and efforts to restore parts of the canal and connect it to other waterways. Natland also has a regular bus service connecting it to Kendal and Silverdale. A mobile library visits the village too, bringing books to everyone.
Did you know there's a fun legend about Natland? People say there's a "Treacle Mine" here! While that's just a story, it's true that a system of caves runs under the village. These caves go from Helm hill all the way to the river, though their exact path isn't fully known.
A Peek into Natland's Past
Natland has a long and interesting history. People lived here a very long time ago!
Ancient Times and Roman Connections
On top of Helm hill, you can see old earthworks. These might have been part of an Iron Age fort. An Iron Age fort was a strong place built for protection. It's also thought that the Romans used Helm hill. They had a fort called Watercrook nearby, right on the banks of the River Kent. This Roman fort was about 16,000 square meters (4 acres) in size. Romans lived there from the 1st to the 4th century AD. Many Roman artefacts (old objects from Roman times) have been discovered there.
How Natland Got Its Name
Historians have different ideas about where the name Natland came from. One popular idea is that it comes from an Old Norse word, Natlundr. This means 'Nati's wood'. 'Nati' could have been a mythological name or a person's name, and 'lundr' means 'a small wood' or 'a sacred grove'. The earliest time the name Natland was written down was in 1164.
Important Buildings and Early Education
Natland Hall farm is a very old building in the village. It was given permission to have its own chapel in 1246. Natland Abbey, which was a farming community linked to Furness Abbey, is another building from the 14th century. Other old places include Watercrook Farm, Natland Mill, and Cracalt Farm.
In 1674, a man named Richard Frankland started the Natland Academy. He was a Dissenter, meaning he had different religious beliefs from the main church at the time. This academy was a school that taught many students. By 1693, over 350 students had studied there!
Famous Faces from Natland
Some interesting people have connections to Natland:
- Richard Frankland (1630–1698) was a tutor who founded the Natland Academy.
- Roy Wilkinson is a music journalist and manager for the band British Sea Power.
- Yan, Hamilton, and Wood grew up in Natland. They are members of the indie-rock band British Sea Power.
See also
In Spanish: Natland para niños
