Swadlincote facts for kids
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| Population | 36,000 (2004 est.) |
| OS grid reference | SK298197 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | SWADLINCOTE |
| Postcode district | DE11 |
| Dialling code | 01283 |
| Police | Derbyshire |
| Fire | Derbyshire |
| Ambulance | East Midlands |
| EU Parliament | East Midlands |
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Swadlincote is a town located in South Derbyshire, England. It is about 13 miles south of the city of Derby. The town is an important place because the local council, which helps run the area, has its meetings here. People who live in Swadlincote often call it 'Swad' for short.
In 2004, the population of Swadlincote was around 36,000 people. The town includes several smaller areas like Church Gresley, Midway, and Newhall.
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A Look at Swadlincote's Past
Swadlincote has a long history. It was first mentioned in a very old book called the Domesday Book in 1086. This book was a survey of England ordered by William the Conqueror.
For many years, Swadlincote was known for its coal mining and clay works. These industries grew a lot until the time of the Second World War. Swadlincote was a main center for coal mining in South Derbyshire. However, coal mining in the area stopped in the 1990s.
The town got its first local government group, called a board of health, in 1871. This group helped manage local services. Since 1997, Mark Todd has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Swadlincote. An MP is a person elected to represent the area in the national government.
Swadlincote's Economy and Shops
The center of Swadlincote has several shops. You can find larger stores like Boots and Morrisons. There are also many smaller shops. Some people believe that the big Morrisons store caused some of the smaller shops to close.
There are also plans for new places to open in Swadlincote. These plans include a cinema, a DIY (Do It Yourself) store, and a clothing shop.
Getting Around Swadlincote
Swadlincote is located close to where two main roads meet: the A514 and the A511. The A511 road connects Burton upon Trent to Ashby-de-la-Zouch. If you want to travel by train, the closest railway station is in Burton upon Trent, which is about five miles away.
Fun Things to Do in Swadlincote
Swadlincote has local parks where people can relax and play. It also has a large dry ski slope. This is a special slope where you can practice skiing even without snow!
Famous People from Swadlincote
- Jack Bodell, a well-known boxer, was born in Swadlincote.
- John Hurt, a famous actor, lived nearby when he was a boy.
See also
In Spanish: Swadlincote para niños
