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Settlements along the River Severn

Settlements along the River Severn
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  • Settlements along the River Severn
  • Duration: 02:55
  • A description of how settlements have grown up along the River Severn. The old town of Shrewsbury was built on a hill, with the loop of the river going round it. Nothing is built on the flatlands or floodplain alongside the river, as the river often floods in winter. Each spring these fields become open spaces for townspeople to enjoy and the annual Shropshire and West Midlands show is held here. Farmers show off their animals and machinery.
  • Subject:

    Geography

       Topic:

    Rivers

  • Keywords: settlements, river, Severn, floodplain, mountains, floods, Shrewsbury
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  • Use this clip to support learning about floodplains and rivers.
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  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 4x3
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