Stroud (disambiguation) facts for kids

Stroud is a town located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It's also a civil parish, which is a local government area. The town is known for its beautiful countryside and its history.

The name Stroud or Strouds can also refer to other places and things around the world. This happens when different places or items share the same name.

Places Called Stroud

Many places share the name Stroud or Strouds. Here are some of them:

In the United Kingdom

• Stroud District: This is a larger area in Gloucestershire that includes the town of Stroud. It's like a bigger neighborhood or region.
• Stroud (UK Parliament constituency): This is an area represented by a Member of Parliament in the UK government. People living here vote for their representative.
• Stroud, Hampshire: You can find another Stroud near a town called Petersfield in Hampshire, England.
• Stroud, Surrey: There's also a place named Stroud in Surrey, another county in England.

In the United States

• Strouds, Georgia: This is a place in the state of Georgia.
• Stroud, Oklahoma: Another Stroud is located in Oklahoma.
• Stroud Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania: This is a township, which is a type of local government area, in Pennsylvania.
• Strouds, West Virginia: There's a Strouds in West Virginia too.
• Strouds, Wyoming: This is a place in Wyoming.

Elsewhere in the World

• Stroud, New South Wales: In Australia, you can find a town called Stroud in New South Wales.
• Stroud, Ontario: There's also a Stroud in Ontario, Canada.

Other Meanings of Stroud

Besides places, "Stroud" can mean other things:

• Stroud (surname): Many people have "Stroud" as their last name.
• Stroud: This word can also mean a special type of thick woollen fabric. This fabric was often used to make blankets. Long ago, it was traded with Native Americans, who used it to make clothes.

Related Places and Ideas

Sometimes, names sound similar or are connected in other ways:

• Stroud Green, London: This is an area in London, England.
• Stroud Pound: This is a special local currency used in Stroud, Gloucestershire. It's like having your own money just for the town!
• Strood: This is a town in South East England. Even though it sounds very similar, it's a different place from Stroud.