Paisley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Paisley
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 Paisley Town Hall |
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 Paisley
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| Population | 80,000 |
| OS grid reference | NS485635 |
| • Edinburgh | 49 mi (79 km) E |
| • London | 347 mi (558 km) SSE |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | PAISLEY |
| Postcode district | PA1 – PA3 |
| Dialling code | 0141 & 01505 |
| Police | Strathclyde |
| Fire | Strathclyde |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Paisley (which is pronounced PAYZ-lee) is a big town located very close to Glasgow, in Scotland. It's a place with a lot of history and a friendly community.
Discovering Paisley
Paisley is known for being the largest town in Scotland. It's also the fifth biggest place in the whole country when you count cities too! About 80,000 people call Paisley home.
Location and Size
Paisley is found in the west central lowlands of Scotland. It's just a short trip from Glasgow, which is Scotland's largest city. This makes Paisley a great spot, as it's close to a big city but still has its own unique feel.
Sports in Paisley
If you love sports, especially football, you might know Paisley for its local team. It is home to St Mirren F.C., a professional association football club. They play in the Scottish Premier League, which is the top football league in Scotland. Fans often call them "The Buddies."
