Ruskie facts for kids
Ruskie is a small village, also known as a hamlet, located in the Stirling region of Scotland. It's about 4.5 kilometers (or 2.75 miles) away from a town called Thornhill. Ruskie is part of the FK postcode area, which helps with mail delivery.
Quick facts for kids Ruskie
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 Lower Tarr Farm, Ruskie |
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 Ruskie
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| OS grid reference | NN625006 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | STIRLING |
| Postcode district | FK8 |
| Dialling code | 01786 |
| Police | Central Scotland |
| Fire | Central Scotland |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Discovering Ruskie's History
Ruskie is a quiet place with a long history. It is part of the Port of Menteith civil parish. This area has been home to people for many years.
Understanding Local Information
Information about places like Ruskie often comes from a "census." A census is like a big survey that counts people and gathers facts about homes, jobs, and education. In the UK, a census happens every 10 years. The last one was in 2011.
The information you see about Ruskie helps us understand the local area. It covers groups of homes and postcodes, not just one specific house. This helps keep everyone's information private.
Famous People from Ruskie
Even small places can be home to important people!
John Menteith: A Nobleman
- John Menteith, a nobleman from a long time ago, was born in Ruskie. He was a significant figure in Scottish history.
