Curran, County Londonderry

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Curran (Irish: Carrán; meaning A reaping hook / Rocky land) is a small village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. In the 2001 Census it had a population of 132 people. It is situated in the Magherafelt District Council area. Once a thriving market village, Curran has been superseded in recent years by other surrounding towns and villages. The shop, post office and primary school have all closed, the latter being amalgamated with the new primary school in nearby Knockloughrim. Curran Presbyterian Church is a joint charge with Castledawson Presbyterian Church. The main A6 Belfast-Londonderry Road runs almost parallel to the village.

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Coordinates: 54°47′N, 6°37′W