Woodland, County Durham facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Woodland |
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 Woodland
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| Population | 234 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | NZ0726 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Bishop Auckland |
| Postcode district | DL13 |
| Police | Durham |
| Fire | County Durham and Darlington |
| Ambulance | North East |
| EU Parliament | North East England |
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Woodland is a small village in County Durham, England. It's a quiet, countryside place located high up, about 1100 feet (335 meters) above sea level. You can find it a few miles north of Barnard Castle and west of Bishop Auckland.
Most people living in Woodland work in nearby towns and cities. Some villagers also work in farming, especially raising animals. This is because the area is quite high up, which is good for livestock. In 2011, the village had 234 people living there.
What Can You Find in Woodland?
Woodland has a few important places for its community. These include a primary school where children learn. There is also St. Mary's Church, a village hall for events, and a shop that also works as a post office. The village also has a local pub called 'The Edge'.
Amazing Views from Woodland
Because Woodland is so high up, it offers some really great views. Looking west, you can see the Cumbrian Mountains. To the south, you can spot the wide-open moors of North Yorkshire. On a very clear day, you might even be able to see the east coast and the North Sea!
