Tewin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tewin |
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 St Peter's Church, Tewin |
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 Tewin
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| Population | 1,487 (2011 Census) |
| OS grid reference | TL272147 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | WELWYN |
| Postcode district | AL6 |
| Dialling code | 01438 |
| Police | Hertfordshire |
| Fire | Hertfordshire |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Tewin is a lovely village and civil parish located in Hertfordshire, England. It sits between the towns of Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, Welwyn (village), and Hertford. Many people who live in Tewin travel to London for work or school. Trains from Welwyn North station can get you to Central London in under 30 minutes.
Tewin Wood is a very nice part of Tewin where homes can be quite expensive. It is known as one of the most costly areas in the UK. In 2011, the population of Tewin Parish was 1,487 people. About half of these people, around 720, live in Tewin village itself.
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What is the History of Tewin?
The village of Tewin has a long history, going back to Anglo-Saxon times. Its name comes from the language spoken back then.
How Did Tewin Get Its Name?
The Angles, an ancient Germanic people, settled in Tewin around 449 AD. The name "Tewin" likely comes from two Old English words. One is "Tiw," which was the name of the Norse god Týr. The other is "Ing," meaning meadow. So, Tewin might mean "Tiw's meadow."
Over the centuries, the village name changed a few times. In the Domesday Book, it was called "Tewinge" and "Theinge." In the 1500s, it was known as "Tewinge," "Tewing," and "Twywing." It is thought that the name "Tewin" became common in the 1700s.
Who Was Walter Clibbon?
In December 1782, a local pie-maker named Walter Clibbon was seriously hurt near Queen Hoo Hall. He and his two sons were thought to be involved in many local incidents. One of his sons, Joseph, was found guilty in Hertford and faced consequences the next March. However, his other son got away.
You can still see a marker called "Clibbon's Post" in Brickground Wood, just east of Tewin. This is the spot where Walter Clibbon was buried.
A farmer and public official named John Carrington kept diaries from 1798 to 1810. These diaries tell us a lot about what life was like in Tewin during that time.
What Can You Do in Tewin?
Tewin has several places for people to gather and enjoy themselves.
Village Hubs and Activities
The main part of Tewin village is around Lower Green. Here, you'll find the village memorial hall, the Rose and Crown pub, Tewin Cowper Junior School, and a village shop with a post office.
About half a mile north is Upper Green. This area is great for sports like tennis, cricket, and football. The Plume of Feathers pub is also located here.
Saint Peter's Church is the local church. It is located about half a mile southwest of Lower Green.
Sports and Social Life
Tewin has many active sports clubs. Different groups in the village also organize social events. The Tewin Players, a long-running drama group, is one example.
Tewin Cricket Club (TCC) is a very popular club with a newly updated building at Upper Green. It has over 40 playing members and many lifetime members. The club often goes on an annual trip in the summer, which has recently been to Sidmouth.
The village Memorial Hall is in the center of Tewin. It hosts many activities. Money raised by a new supporters club and other sources has helped to repair and redecorate the hall.
Transportation in Tewin
Tewin does not have its own railway station. However, Welwyn North railway station is only about two miles away. From there, you can catch train services provided by Thameslink and Great Northern.
What is the Countryside Like in Tewin?
Tewin is surrounded by beautiful countryside. This area has many features of old landscapes and is home to a wide variety of wildlife.
Nature Reserves and Wildlife
Some areas in the village are set aside for the Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust. Volunteers help manage these areas. Two examples are Tewin Orchard and Hopkyns Wood Nature Reserve. These places help protect local plants and animals.
See also
- Tewin para niños (in Spanish)
