Soulby facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Soulby |
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 St Luke's Parish Church |
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 Soulby
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| Population | 187 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | NY7411 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | KIRKBY STEPHEN |
| Postcode district | CA17 |
| Dialling code | 01768 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Soulby is a small village located in Cumbria, England. It is part of the Westmorland and Furness area. In 2011, about 187 people lived in Soulby. The village is known for its pretty village green, which is a common open space in the middle of many English villages.
Welcome to Soulby!
Soulby is a quiet and friendly village in the beautiful county of Cumbria. It is found in the northwest part of England. The village is also a "civil parish," which is a local area with its own small government.
What is a Civil Parish?
A civil parish is a type of local government area in England. It is usually a village or a group of small villages. People in a civil parish elect a group called a parish council. This council helps manage local services and represents the community. Think of it as a small, local team working for the village.
Life in the Village
The heart of Soulby is its village green. This is a shared grassy area, often used for community events or just for people to relax. Many old English villages have a village green. It's a place where people can gather and enjoy the outdoors.
Famous People from Soulby
Even small villages can be home to interesting people!
- Robert Howard Hutton was born in Soulby in 1840. He was known as a "bonesetter." A bonesetter was someone who helped fix broken bones or dislocated joints before modern medicine was common. They used traditional methods to help people heal.
