Wirral (and parts of Cheshire), that used to carry an “L” postcode now has “CH, which indicates their post is sorted in Chester…..not that they are in fact in Cheshire (they still remain none-Cheshire) , however Neston, Willaston,Ellesmere Port also use the CH postcode and are correctly placed in the county of
What does CH mean in postcode?
Chester postcode
The CH postcode area, also known as the Chester postcode area, is a group of 37 postcode districts in north-west England and north-east Wales, which are subdivisions of thirteen post towns.
When did Wirral postcodes change from L to CH?
1999
In 1999, postcodes for the Wirral Peninsula (L41-49, 60-66) were transferred to the CH postcode area.
What area does CH1 cover?
Chester (CH1)
There are 32 electoral wards in the CH1 postcode area, including Bagillt, Birkenhead, Buckley, Chester, Deeside, Ellesmere Port, Flint, Holywell, Mold, Neston, Prenton, Wallasey, Wirral which come under the local authority of the Cheshire West and Chester Council.
What postcode is Wirral?
Postcodes in Wirral Metropolitan District
| Postcode | Ward | Easting |
|---|---|---|
| CH25 9AS | Birkenhead and Tranmere | 332811 |
| CH25 9AT | Birkenhead and Tranmere | 332811 |
| CH25 9AU | Birkenhead and Tranmere | 332811 |
| CH25 9AW | Birkenhead and Tranmere | 332811 |
What does CH stand for in location?
The Latin name for the country, Helvetia, still appears on Swiss stamps. The letters CH appearing on Swiss cars and in internet addresses stand for the Latin words Confoederatio Helvetica, meaning Swiss Confederation.
Why did Wirral postcodes change?
The switch to the new CH postcodes stems from Royal Mail’s current £64 million investment in the North West which will provide the best possible postal service for customers. As part of this scheme, sorting of Wirral mail will be transferred later this year from Liverpool to a new, highly automated centre in Chester.
Is Wirral a Scouse?
THE true Scousers come from the Wirral side of the river. The Wirral was once covered in birch trees and called Birch Head. Over the years this changed to Birkenhead.
Is the Wirral classed as Liverpool?
For regional economic planning, the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral is considered part of the Liverpool City Region.
Why is there no North East London postcode?
In regard to the reason why NE is not a London postcode. Essex (NE) was not originally part of London, it only became part of the London Borough of Redbridge about 50 years ago.
What area does PE12 cover?
Coverage
| Postcode district | Post town | Local authority area(s) |
|---|---|---|
| PE12 | SPALDING | South Holland, Fenland |
| PE13 | WISBECH | Fenland, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk |
| PE14 | WISBECH | Fenland, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk, East Cambridgeshire |
| PE15 | MARCH | Fenland |
What areas does HX2 cover?
HX2 is in the county of West Yorkshire. It is 4km north-west of the town of Halifax, and contains Luddenden Foot, Pellon, Mixenden, Illingworth, and Ogden. HX2 is 11km south-west of the city of Bradford. HX2 is a postcode district, also known as an outcode or outbound code.
What areas does NG5 cover?
Coverage
| Postcode district | Post town | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| NG5 | NOTTINGHAM | Sherwood, Arnold, Woodthorpe, Bestwood, Carrington, Top Valley, Rise Park |
| NG6 | NOTTINGHAM | Bestwood Village, Bulwell, Old Basford |
| NG7 | NOTTINGHAM | New Basford, Forest Fields, Hyson Green, Radford, Lenton |
| NG8 | NOTTINGHAM | Aspley, Wollaton, Whitemoor, Bilborough, Strelley |
What do you call someone from Wirral?
1y. Wirralonian seems a bit of a mouthful but in truth there appears no official term. The surrounding areas fondly, or not, use “Plastic Scouser” though, as someone from the West side of the peninsula, we liked to think that was more for those from Birkenhead.
Is the Wirral Tory?
The political composition of the council is as follows: Labour – 26 seats. Conservative – 24 seats.
Why is the Wirral famous?
Historians have classified the Wirral Peninsula as the ‘Birthplace of England‘, after the bloody Battle of Brunanburh – present day Bromborough – in the year 937 it brought together the might of England’s combined armed forces for the very first time in order to fight against the fearsome armies of both Norway and
What does Ch mean on street signs?
CH stands for Chemin (French: Path; Canada Post street designation)
What does Ch mean on an Ordnance Survey map?
Coach House
Ordnance Survey Abbreviations
| (C) | Close (Boulders) |
|---|---|
| CH | Coach House |
| CH | Coach House |
| CH | Coal House |
| Ch Yd | Church Yard |
What are the uses of CH?
Other uses
- Chain (length), a unit of linear measure in the Imperial system.
- Championship (dog), a dog qualifying for a championship at a conformation show, prefixed “Ch.”
- Christ’s Hospital, Horsham, West Sussex.
- Companion of Honour, a British and Commonwealth honour.
Why is Bebington called Bebington?
The name Bebington is derived from the Anglo-Saxon meaning the “Village of Bebba”, probably a Saxon chief or landowner.
Why is Hoylake called Hoylake?
The name Hoylake was derived from Hoyle Lake, a channel of water between Hilbre Island and Dove Point. Protected by a wide sandbank known as Hoyle Bank and with a water depth of about 20 feet, it provided a safe anchorage for ships too large to sail up the Dee to Chester.