Changing Spaces, Making Places Flashcards
Define a place.
An area which people are psychologically, emotionally, mentally and physically related to.
Define a space.
A physical area of land of which no human is related to
What are the 5 different perceptions of place?
Age, sexuality, gender, religion and role in society
What physical characteristics make up the identity of a place?
Altitude, relief, geology, drainage, slope angle
What demographic characteristics make up the identity of a place?
Number of inhabitants, age groups, gender and ethnicity.
What socio economic characteristics make up the identity of a place?
Employment, income, family status and education
What cultural characteristics make up the identity of a place?
Religion, local traditions, local clubs and societies.
What political characteristics make up the identity of a place?
Local, regional, national government and local groups such as resident associations
What are the 2 case studies we use for comparing places at a local scale?
Mancroft and Sheringham
Where is Sheringham located?
North Norfolk Coast, Norfolk, East Anglia, England
In which industry is Sheringham most noted for?
Fishing
What animals did Sheringham supply the most, and to who?
Crabs, whelks and lobsters, mainly exported to London
In 1801, what type of family made up the majority of the Sheringham population?
Fishing families, including the Peggs and Coxs
What happened that resulted in members of the Upcher family donating funds to build more lifeboats?
Many local fishermen died at sea
Where is Mancroft located?
The CBD, Norwich, Norfolk, East Anglia, England
