Stradishall facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Stradishall |
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| Population | 451 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | TL7452 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | NEWMARKET |
| Postcode district | CB8 |
| Dialling code | 01440 |
| Police | Suffolk |
| Fire | Suffolk |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Stradishall is a small village and a civil parish located in West Suffolk, which is part of the English county of Suffolk. A civil parish is like a local government area for a village.
The area of Stradishall also includes other small communities called hamlets. One of these hamlets is known as Farley Green.
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History of RAF Stradishall
Stradishall was once home to a very important Royal Air Force (RAF) airfield called RAF Stradishall. This airfield was used by the RAF from 1938 until 1970. It played a role in defending the country during its operational years.
What is there now?
Today, the land where the airfield used to be is used for two prisons. These are HMP Highpoint North and HMP Highpoint South. A prison is a place where people who have broken the law are kept.
Part of the old airfield is still used by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) for training. This area is not open to the public. There is a special memorial outside Stirling House. This building was once where RAF officers lived. Now, it is a training center for people who work in prisons.
St. Margaret's Church
The village of Stradishall has a historic Anglican church. This church is named after St Margaret. It is a place of worship for the local community.
People from Stradishall
Many interesting people have connections to Stradishall. Here are a few notable residents:
- Lauri Love: He is known as an activist. Activists work to bring about social or political change.
- John Reeder, Sr. (1613-1659): John Reeder was an early pioneer. He traveled to America in 1630 on a ship called 'the Arabella'. He helped settle new areas in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and later in Newtown, New York.
- Brenda Rawnsley: Brenda Rawnsley was an important arts campaigner. She worked to support and promote the arts. She also worked as a librarian in Stradishall.
