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Walsall
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In 1801 the population of Walsall was 10,399. It continued to grow rapidly. By 1851 it had reached 20,852 and by the end of the century had passed 86,000. Lichfield Street and Bradrod Street were both built in the early 19th century. The first theatre in Walsall opened in 1803.
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Walsall was home to a horse racing course. The Grand Stand was constructed in 1809 at a cost of £1,300 on a piece of land donated by the Earl of Bradford on a lease of 99 years. Soon after completion, one of the lower compartments was converted into a billiards room which contained a table donated by Lord Chichester Spencer of Fisherwick Park. Throughout the 19th century, races were held annually at the course on Michaelmas.[16]
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Like Selly Oak and Worcester, Walsall has a multi-sensory room with all the latest interactive equipment. The hospice has two special bedrooms where children can stay after their death in a self-contained suite.
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For this year's event Walsall artist Chu has created 'Eye Fidelity' a new light show along the Poplar Walk section of the arboretum. His animation beamed onto a wall of water, proved the most popular visitor feature at the 2006 Walsall Illuminations.
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Walsall began as a small village. It is first mentioned in the early 11th century. The name Walsall may be derived from the words Walh halh, which means Celt's valley. In the 5th century AD Celts lived in England but Saxons from Germany invaded. During the 6th century they pushed westward and conquered the Celts. Perhaps Walsall was a valley or nook of land where Celts lived.
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Walsall has always been overshadowed by its larger neighbours Birmingham and Wolverhampton. However its proximity in Central England and the fact that the M6 runs through the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall has increased its investment appeal. A RAC centre is located by J9 and there are now plans to redevelop derelict land in Darlaston and turn them into a state-of-the-art regional hub. Between Bloxwich and Walsall there is a business corridor where TK Maxx has recently opened a regional depot. Currently established businesses include Homeserve plc and South Staffordshire Water.
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