Thornhill facts for kids

Thornhill is a name that can refer to many different things, like towns, schools, or even people! It's a common name, so sometimes you need to check to see which "Thornhill" someone is talking about. This article will help you learn about some of the most well-known places and things called Thornhill.

Places Called Thornhill

Many towns and areas around the world share the name Thornhill. Let's explore some of them!

Thornhill in Canada

Canada has a few places named Thornhill:

• Thornhill, British Columbia: This is a community in the western province of British Columbia.
• Thornhill, Maple Ridge: Another place in British Columbia, located within the city of Maple Ridge.
• Thornhill, Nova Scotia: You can find this community in the eastern province of Nova Scotia.
• Thornhill, Ontario: This is a large, busy community located north of Toronto, in the province of Ontario. It's split between the cities of Markham and Vaughan.
  • Thornhill (electoral district): This is an area used for voting in federal elections in Canada, covering parts of Thornhill, Ontario.
  • Markham—Thornhill (electoral district): Another voting area, also in Ontario, that includes parts of Thornhill and the city of Markham.

Thornhill in South Africa

• Thornhill, Kouga: This community is located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

Thornhill in the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has many places named Thornhill:

• Thornhill, Cardiff: A suburb located in the capital city of Wales, Cardiff.
• Thornhill, Cumbria: A village in the county of Cumbria, England.
• Thornhill, Derbyshire: A small village in the Peak District National Park, England.
• Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway: A village in the Dumfries and Galloway region of Scotland.
• Thornhill, Southampton: A large housing area in the city of Southampton, England.
• Thornhill, Stirling: A village in the Stirling council area of Scotland.
• Thornhill, Torfaen: A community near Cwmbran in Wales.
• Thornhill, West Yorkshire: A village in West Yorkshire, England.
  • Thornhill Trojans: This is an amateur rugby league club based in Thornhill, West Yorkshire. Rugby league is a popular sport in this part of England.
• Thornhill, Wiltshire: A small village in the county of Wiltshire, England.
• Thornhill Lees: A village near Dewsbury in West Yorkshire, England.

Thornhill in the United States

The United States also has some places called Thornhill:

• Thornhill (Forkland, Alabama): This is a historic plantation home in Forkland, Alabama, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Thornhill (Talladega, Alabama): Another historic plantation home, located in Talladega, Alabama, also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Thornhill, Kentucky: A small city in the state of Kentucky.

Thornhill in Zimbabwe

• Gweru-Thornhill Air Base: This is an air force base located near Gweru, Zimbabwe. It was formerly known as Rhodesian Air Force Station Thornhill.

Schools Named Thornhill

Several schools around the world are named Thornhill:

• Thornhill College: This is a girls' secondary school in Derry, Northern Ireland.
• Thornhill School: A school located in Sunderland, England.
• Thornhill Secondary School: A high school in Ontario, Canada, located in the community of Thornhill.

Other Related Names

Sometimes, names are very similar to Thornhill:

• Thorn Hill: This is a historic home located near Lexington, in Rockbridge County, Virginia, USA.
• Thorn Hill, Tennessee: A community in the state of Tennessee, USA.

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