Spalding facts for kids

Spalding is a name that can refer to many different things! It's used for places, people, and even companies. When you see a name like this that means several things, it's called a disambiguation page. This page will help you learn about some of the most interesting "Spalding" topics.

What is Spalding? Exploring Different Meanings

Places Named Spalding Around the World

Many towns and areas across the globe share the name Spalding. Let's take a quick trip to see where some of them are!

Spalding in England

• Spalding, Lincolnshire: This is a market town in England, known for its beautiful flower parades, especially the Tulip Parade, which used to be a big event. It's located in a part of England called Holland, which is famous for its flat land and farming.
• Spalding Moor: This is a wetland area in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Wetlands are super important for nature, providing homes for many different plants and animals.

Spalding in Australia

• Spalding, South Australia: You can find this town north of the Clare Valley in Australia. The Clare Valley is a well-known area for its vineyards and beautiful scenery.
• Spalding, Western Australia: This is a suburb of Geraldton, a city on the coast of Western Australia.

Spalding in North America

• Spalding, Saskatchewan: This is a small village in Canada, part of the Rural Municipality of Spalding No. 368.
• In the United States, there are several places named Spalding, including towns in Spalding, Georgia, Spalding, Idaho, Spalding, Missouri, and Spalding, Nebraska. There are also larger areas like Spalding County, Georgia and Spalding Township, Michigan and Spalding Township, Minnesota.

Famous People Named Spalding

While "Spalding" is often a place, some notable people also have this name.

• Spalding Gray (1941–2004): He was an American actor, a writer for movies, and a playwright. He was especially famous for his unique one-man shows where he would tell stories to the audience.
• Spalding (comics): This is a fictional character from the very popular comic book series The Adventures of Tintin, created by the artist Hergé.

Companies and Organizations Called Spalding

Beyond places and people, the name Spalding is also linked to some well-known companies and groups.

• Spalding (company): This is a very famous American company that makes sporting goods. You've probably seen their basketballs, footballs, and other sports equipment. They are one of the biggest names in sports gear!
• Spalding University: This is a private university located in Louisville, Kentucky, in the United States. Universities are places where students go to get higher education after high school.
• Spalding Gentlemen's Society: This is a very old English club that was started way back in 1710 in Spalding, Lincolnshire. It's one of the oldest learned societies in the United Kingdom, meaning its members are interested in knowledge and learning.
• Spalding Grammar School: This is a selective school in Spalding, Lincolnshire, England. A "grammar school" in England often means a school that selects its students based on their academic ability.
• Spalding United F.C.: This is a football (soccer) club based in Spalding, Lincolnshire, England. They play in various leagues and are a local team for the town.

Other Interesting Uses of the Name Spalding

• Clan Spalding: This refers to a Scottish "sept" (a branch or division) of a larger group called Clan Murray. Clans are traditional family groups in Scotland.
• Spalding Method: This is a special program designed to help students learn to read. It focuses on teaching them how to write first, which helps them understand how words are put together.

See also

• Spaulding (disambiguation)
• Justice Spalding (disambiguation)