Quiz on UK Towns in Decline

What is a common reason for the decline of many UK towns?

• Improved public transport

• Job losses and rising crime

• Growing industrial sectors

• Increased tourism

Which industry was Barrow Infernace known for in its heyday?

• Textile manufacturing

• Fishing

• Ship building and steel works

• Tourism

What was Cumberald originally designed to alleviate?

• Rural unemployment

• Agricultural shortages

• Glasgow's overcrowding

• Tourism decline

What major change affected Relisha's economy?

• The rise of budget airlines

• The decline of the fishing industry

• The closure of textile mills

• The increase in local crime

What industry was Walsaw known for before its decline?

• Leather goods and metal work

• Ship building

• Textile manufacturing

• Tourism

What is Grimby attempting to reinvent itself as?

• A tourist destination

• A hub for offshore wind energy

• A cultural capital

• A center for textile production

What natural feature is near Burnley that might attract residents?

• The Welsh coast

• The Scottish Highlands

• The Lake District

• The Penines and Forest of Bolan

What is a significant issue facing Luton despite its growing population?

• Industrial pollution

• Decline in tourism

• Rising crime and housing pressures

• Lack of public transport

What was Jaywick originally developed as?

• A fishing port

• A textile town

• A holiday village

• An industrial hub

What is Blackpool still known for despite its deeper issues?

• Its ship building

• Its fishing industry

• Its entertainment industry and seafront charm

• Its textile production