River Camlad facts for kids
Quick facts for kids River Camlad |
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The river, here forming the English-Welsh border, to the northwest of Chirbury
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| Country | Wales, England |
| Counties | Powys, Shropshire |
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| River mouth | confluence with River Severn near Forden 52°35′50″N 3°10′09″W / 52.5972°N 3.1693°W |
The River Camlad is a small river in Wales and England. It flows through parts of Powys in Wales and Shropshire in England. This river is special because it forms part of the border between these two countries. It is also the only river known to flow from England into Wales and then back into England, doing this two times!
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The Journey of the River Camlad
The River Camlad starts its journey in England. It begins in the area between Snead and Lydham. From there, it flows west.
Crossing the Border
As it flows west, the River Camlad starts to form part of the border between Wales and England. It then turns northwest and enters Wales. In Wales, it passes through a place called Church Stoke. Here, another river, the River Caebitra, joins the Camlad.
After Church Stoke, the river flows north. It crosses the border again, going back into England. It flows just east of a town called Chirbury. Then, it turns west once more. For the second time, it forms the border between England and Wales.
Reaching the River Severn
Finally, the River Camlad turns northwest again. It enters Wales for the second time. Its journey ends when it joins the much larger River Severn. This meeting point is west of a village called Forden.
What's in a Name?
The name Camlad has changed over many years. In old documents, it was called Kemelet in 1227 and Kemlet in 1256. Other old names include Kelemet (1274), Camalet, and Kenlet (1577). Later, in 1612, it was known as Camlet.
Experts think the name might come from an old Welsh word. One idea is that it comes from cwlm, which means "a knot." This word is also found in the names of other rivers. Another idea suggests it comes from an Old Welsh word meaning "loop." This makes sense because the river twists and turns, crossing the border multiple times.
