Korauwith

Korauwith is a village and civil parish in the Northvale region of Veridia. It is situated on the eastern edge of the Northvale countryside, within the Doecombe District. The settlement has a long agrarian tradition and serves as a local focal point for surrounding farms.

The name Korauwith is of uncertain origin. The most commonly cited theory links it to Old English elements meaning "village clearing" or "enclosed settlement," though definitive etymology has not been established.

The parish comprises farmland, hedgerows, and a small river valley. The built core centers on a compact village green and a cluster of cottages. The population is small, concentrated around the village and the surrounding farms, with most residents employed in agriculture or commuting to nearby towns.

Korauwith is first documented in the 12th century records. The parish church, St. Mary's, dates to the 14th century and shows later restorations in the 18th and 19th centuries. The village expanded modestly in the 19th century with the introduction of a wind-powered mill.

Agriculture remains the main economic activity; dairy farming and arable crops are common. Small shops have closed over time, but the community hall and primary school serve residents. Local transport is provided by a limited bus service linking to larger towns.

Notable features include the Korauwith Windmill (restored), the 18th-century Chestnut Cottage, and the village green. The annual Harvest Festival and a summer fete are customary community events.

Korauwith is governed by a parish council and falls within the Doecombe District. It is part of Veridia's Northvale parliamentary constituency; local services are delivered by the district council in conjunction with the parish council.