Wimborne, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wimborne
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 Wimborne
Location in Alberta
Wimborne
Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Southern Alberta |
| Census division | 5 |
| Municipal district | Kneehill County |
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| • Type | Unincorporated |
| Area
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| • Land | 0.16 km2 (0.06 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15 |
| • Density | 91.4/km2 (237/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 403, 587, 825 |
Wimborne is a small community called a hamlet in southern Alberta, Canada. It is located in an area known as Kneehill County. You can find it about 58 kilometers (36 miles) southeast of the city of Red Deer. Wimborne is quite high up, at an elevation of 975 meters (3,199 feet) above sea level.
The name "Wimborne" likely comes from a town in England called Wimborne Minster, which is located in East Dorset.
How Many People Live Here?
Every few years, a count of people is done to see how many live in different places. This is called a census.
In the 2021 count, Wimborne had a population of 15 people. These people lived in 12 homes. This was a small change from its population of 20 people in 2016.
Wimborne covers a small area of land, about 0.16 square kilometers (0.06 square miles). In 2021, this meant there were about 91 people living in each square kilometer.
In the 2016 count, Wimborne had 20 people living in 14 homes. This was a change from 31 people in 2011.
Wimborne Days Celebration
Wimborne has a special yearly event called "Wimborne Days." This celebration is all about bringing the community together and remembering its history.
Every year, the people of Wimborne and nearby areas gather for fun activities. Some of the things they do include:
- Lawnmower races
- Miniature golf
- Fireworks displays
- A big barbecue (BBQ)
- Bouncy castles for kids
This exciting event always happens on July 1st, which is also Canada Day!
