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| # Stoke Albany
Stoke Albany is a village and [civil parish](/Civil_parish) in [North Northamptonshire](/North_Northamptonshire), England. It is situated off the A427 road, which connects [Market Harborough](/Market_Harborough) and [Corby](/Corby), approximately halfway between the two towns. The village is known for its historical significance, scenic landscapes, and the Grade II* listed [St Botolph's Church](/St_Botolph's_Church,_Stoke_Albany).
## Location and Demographics
Stoke Albany is located within the ceremonial county of [Northamptonshire](/Northamptonshire) and falls under the [East Midlands](/East_Midlands) region. The village is part of the [North Northamptonshire](/North_Northamptonshire) unitary authority. According to the [2011 Census](/2011_United_Kingdom_census), the population of the parish, which includes Brampton Ash and Little Bowden, was 390, marking an increase from 330 at the [2001 Census](/2001_United_Kingdom_census).
The village is situated at an [Ordnance Survey National Grid](/Ordnance_Survey_National_Grid) reference of SP8087. The coordinates for Stoke Albany are 52°28′46″N 0°48′58″W.
## Historical Background
The name "Stoke Albany" derives from Old English, where "Stoke" means 'outlying homestead' or 'settlement'. The village was held by William de Albinni in 1155, a notable figure in the region's history. The western piece of Corby hundred formed a different hundred named 'Stoke', which is a testament to the village's historical importance.
## Landmarks and Architecture
One of the most significant landmarks in Stoke Albany is [St Botolph's Church](/St_Botolph's_Church,_Stoke_Albany), which is a Grade II* listed building. The church is known for its architectural beauty and historical significance, attracting visitors from across the region.
## Governance and Services
Stoke Albany is governed by the Stoke Albany Parish Council. The village falls under the [Kettering](/Kettering_(UK_Parliament_constituency)) constituency for the UK Parliament. Essential services such as police, fire, and ambulance are provided by [Northamptonshire Police](/Northamptonshire_Police), [Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service](/Northamptonshire_Fire_and_Rescue_Service), and [East Midlands Ambulance Service](/East_Midlands_Ambulance_Service), respectively.
## Infrastructure
The village has a post town of MARKET HARBOROUGH and a postcode district of [LE16](/LE_postcode_area). The dialling code for the area is 01858.
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