Newmarket, Lewis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Newmarket
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 Benside, in Newmarket |
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 Newmarket
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| Population | 1,610 (2020) |
| Language | Scottish Gaelic English |
| OS grid reference | NB423355 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ISLE OF LEWIS |
| Postcode district | HS2 |
| Dialling code | 01851 70 |
| Police | Northern |
| Fire | Highlands and Islands |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Newmarket (pronounced "new-MARK-et") is a small village in Scotland. It is located on the Isle of Lewis, which is part of the Outer Hebrides. This group of islands is off the west coast of Scotland.
Newmarket is very close to Stornoway, the main town on the Isle of Lewis. The local council, called Na h-Eileanan Siar, also has its main office in Stornoway. Newmarket is part of the Stornoway area. The village sits along the A857 road, where it meets the B895.
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Exploring Newmarket's Surroundings
Newmarket is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Leodsoch. Not far from the village, you can find a peat site. Peat is a type of soil made from decayed plants. It is often used as fuel.
Ancient History Near Newmarket
To the west of Newmarket, there are remains of an ancient stone circle. These old stones are found in a "croft," which is a small farm in Scotland. Stone circles are very old monuments, often built thousands of years ago.
The Peat Site
The peat site is a special area where peat is found. It is located right on the edge of the village of Laxdale, which is next to Newmarket. People in the Outer Hebrides have traditionally cut peat for fuel for their homes.
Villages Nearby
Newmarket is surrounded by other small villages. These include:
- Laxdale (called Lacasdail in Scottish Gaelic)
- Gress (called Griais in Scottish Gaelic)
- Tong (called Thunga in Scottish Gaelic)
These villages are all close to each other on the Isle of Lewis.
