Tiptree facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tiptree |
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 Messing Maypole mill |
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 Tiptree
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| Population | 9,182 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | TL895165 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | COLCHESTER |
| Postcode district | CO5 |
| Dialling code | 01621 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Tiptree is a village and civil parish in Essex, England. It's about 10 kilometers (6 miles) south-west of Colchester and 50 kilometers (31 miles) north-east of London. Many other villages are nearby, like Messing and Layer Marney.
The name 'Tiptree' first appeared around 1225. It means "Tippa's tree," likely named after a person called Tippa.
In 2011, about 9,152 people lived in Tiptree. The village has been growing fast with many new houses. Even so, it's still called a village. In 1999, people voted on whether Tiptree should become a town, but they chose to keep it as a village. Tiptree is now one of the biggest villages in England.
Tiptree has four primary schools: St Luke's, Milldene, Tiptree Heath, and Baynard's. Thurstable School offers education for older students. You can also find the historic Messing Maypole Mill here. The famous Wilkin & Sons company, which makes jams and preserves, is also in Tiptree. Their products are known worldwide.
Tiptree is part of the City of Colchester. It is managed by the Tiptree Parish Council, Colchester City Council, and Essex County Council. It's also part of the Witham area for the UK Parliament.
Tiptree was the place of a funny event called the "Tiptree sneeze" in 2014. A trombonist sneezed into his trombone during a concert at St. Luke's Parish Church. A video of this moment became very popular online.
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Explore Tiptree's Nature Reserves
Tiptree has special natural areas where wildlife thrives.
Tiptree Heath: A Special Place
Tiptree Heath is south of the village. This 25-hectare (62-acre) heath is the largest piece of heathland left in Essex. It's so important that it's a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Long ago, smugglers used to hide their illegal goods in the thick bushes of the heath.
You can find different types of heather plants here, like Cross-leaved Heather and Bell Heather. To keep the heath healthy, Dexter cattle graze there in summer. A group of tough Exmoor ponies also helps by eating plants all year round. Tiptree Parish Field is another special natural area called a Local Nature Reserve.
How Tiptree is Governed
Tiptree has its own local government area called an electoral ward. In 2011, about 7,583 people lived in this ward. This helps manage local services for the community.
Tiptree's Economy and Businesses
Tiptree is home to some well-known businesses.
Wilkin & Sons: Famous Preserves
Tiptree is a globally recognized brand of jams and preserves. These are made right in the village by Wilkin & Sons. The Wilkins family, who were local farmers, started the business in 1885. The company employs 220 full-time staff. In 2008, they made over £24 million in sales.
JobServe: Online Job Pioneer
Tiptree is also where JobServe started. This company created the world's first online service for finding jobs. It's located at the Tower Business Park. JobServe began in 1993 and has grown a lot. Today, it employs about 100 local people. In 2006, the company handled more than 9 million job applications.
Other Local Businesses
Underwoods Motor Group has its main office in Tiptree. They sell both Ford and Vauxhall cars. On the edge of Tiptree, you'll find Perrywood Garden Centre and Nurseries, a popular place for plants and garden supplies.
Places of Worship in Tiptree
Tiptree has several churches for different faiths.
Churches in the Village
The village is part of the United Benefice of Tolleshunt Knights with Tiptree and Great Braxted for the Church of England. The main church is Saint Luke's, found on Church Road next to St Lukes CofE Primary School. This church celebrated its 150th birthday in 2006.
Besides Saint Luke's, there are three other churches in Tiptree: Kingsland Church, Tiptree United Reformed Church, and St John Houghton, which is a Roman Catholic church.
Nearby Monastery
In the nearby village of Tolleshunt Knights, there is the oldest and largest Orthodox Christian Monastery in Western Europe. It's called the Patriarchal Stavropegic Monastery of St. John the Baptist. A monk from Russia named Elder Sophrony started it in 1959. He is now recognized as a saint by the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Getting Around Tiptree: Transport
Tiptree has a history of transport and current ways to get around.
Past Railway Connections
From about 1904 to 1951, a railway line called the Kelvedon and Tollesbury Light Railway served the village. People often called it the "Crab and Winkle Line." Sadly, Tiptree railway station closed in 1951 as part of railway cutbacks. The closest working train station today is Kelvedon. It's on the main line that goes from Norwich to London Liverpool Street.
Current Roads and Buses
Today, two main roads cross through Tiptree: the B1022, which connects Colchester to Maldon, and the B1023, which goes from Kelvedon to Tollesbury. Tiptree is also close to the main A12 highway in Essex. Bus services connect the village to towns nearby.
Tiptree's Climate
Understanding the weather in Tiptree.
Temperature and Rainfall
In East Anglia, where Tiptree is located, the warmest months are July and August. During this time, the highest temperatures are usually around 21 °C (70 °F). The coldest months are January and February, when the lowest temperatures are about 1 °C (34 °F). East Anglia gets about 605 millimeters (23.8 inches) of rain each year. The wettest months are from October to January.
Famous People from Tiptree
Some notable people have lived in Tiptree.
- John Joseph Mechi (1802-1880) was a silversmith, banker, and inventor. He owned and passed away at Tiptree Hall.
See also
In Spanish: Tiptree para niños
