Stradbroke facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Stradbroke |
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 Church of All Saints, Stradbroke |
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 Stradbroke
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| Area | 15.35 km2 (5.93 sq mi) |
| Population | 1,408 (2011) |
| • Density | 92/km2 (240/sq mi) |
| OS grid reference | TM231739 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Eye |
| Postcode district | IP21 |
| Dialling code | 01379 |
| Police | Suffolk |
| Fire | Suffolk |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Stradbroke (pronounced STRAD-brook) is a lovely village in the Suffolk county of England. It is part of the Mid Suffolk area. In 2011, about 1,408 people lived here. By 2018, the number was thought to be around 1,513.
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Exploring Stradbroke's History
Stradbroke has a long and interesting past. It was first written about in the Domesday Book of 1096. This was a big survey of England ordered by William the Conqueror. The village was then in an area called the Bishop's Hundred. This area later became known as Hoxne Hundred. For many years, the village name was sometimes spelled "Stradbrook."
Famous People from Stradbroke's Past
Some old records say that a famous thinker named Robert Grosseteste was born in Stradbroke around 1175. He later became a bishop. However, we don't have very old proof to be absolutely sure.
The Village Church
The beautiful All Saints Church is a main landmark in Stradbroke. Its tall tower was built in the 1400s. You can see it from far away.
School Days in Stradbroke
The local primary school has been around for a long time. In October 2014, the school celebrated its 150th birthday. The first school opened its doors on September 28, 1864.
Stradbroke used to have a special event called Navy Day. It happened on the last Saturday of July. This day remembered when the Royal Navy stopped giving sailors a daily drink of rum in 1970. People would carry a small amount of rum around the village. The last Navy Day was held in 2007.
What Can You Do in Stradbroke?
Stradbroke is a hub for smaller villages nearby. This means it has more cool places and services than you might expect for its size. It's a key spot for education in Mid Suffolk.
Education and Learning
The village has both a primary school and a high school. This makes it an important learning center for the area.
Shops and Services
You'll find two pubs in Stradbroke. There are also several shops for your needs. The village has a public library where you can borrow books. It also has a community center for events. For staying active, there's a swimming pool and a gym.
Sports and Outdoor Fun
Stradbroke has a playing field for cricket and football. You can also find three tennis courts and two bowling greens. There's even a fitness track for running or walking. The village has about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) of public walking paths. These paths are kept tidy by the local government.
Health and Play Areas
Near the community center, there's a doctor's office. There's also a fun play area for younger kids. Another play area and a recreation ground are located at Westhall. These are great spots for informal games.
Village Shops and More
The village post office moved into the library in 2014. The library is in an old courthouse building. Staff at the library help with both books and post office services. The main village shop was also updated in 2014. You can also find a bakery, a butcher's shop, a wedding shop, and an antiques center with a cafe.
Community Gardens
In 2012, a 6-acre (2.4-hectare) field was bought on Drapers Hill. Here, 28 garden plots were created for people to grow their own food. There's also a community orchard and a wild flower meadow. A pond was added at the top of the site. You can sit on benches there and enjoy views of the church.
Local Media and Events
Stradbroke has its own free magazine called Stradbroke Monthly. There's also an online radio station called Radio Stradbroke. The Stradisphere Festival was a yearly music event held from 2013 to 2018. Famous artists like Badly Drawn Boy performed there.
Getting Around Stradbroke
Stradbroke is located between the cities of Norwich and Ipswich. It sits on the B1117 and B1118 roads. The village is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) from Eye. It's also about 14.5 kilometers (9 miles) from Diss. Diss has the closest train station. From Diss, a train ride to London takes about an hour and a half. There is also a school bus service that connects Stradbroke to Eye, Framlingham, and Ipswich.
Notable People from Stradbroke
Many interesting people have connections to Stradbroke:
- Robert Grosseteste (around 1175–1253): A smart scholar and bishop. People say he was born in Stradbroke.
- Mary Matilda Betham (1776–1852): She was a writer, poet, and painter. She was born in Stradbroke.
- William Betham (1779–1853): An expert in old things. He was Mary Matilda's brother and also born in Stradbroke.
- J. C. Ryle (1816–1900): He became the Vicar of Stradbroke in 1861. He helped restore the church in the 1870s. Later, he became a bishop.
- Herbert Edward Ryle (1856–1925): J. C. Ryle's son. He grew up in Stradbroke. He later became a bishop and a dean.
See also
In Spanish: Stradbroke para niños
