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Brock
Overview
Brock is a township of about 12,600 people (2021) in the Durham region of the Greater Toronto Area, in Ontario.
Facts
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Source
WBP almanac
External sources
Media
From Wikipedia378 words
WBP editorial2
The naming puzzle
Finding Brock on a map can be a lesson in the pitfalls of toponymy. The name appears in several countries, often as a modest settlement rather than a bustling metropolis, and it is easy to confuse it with similarly named locales in England, Canada or the United States. When planning a visit, verify the region, postal code and nearby landmarks before booking transport – a mis‑click could land you in a quiet agricultural hamlet instead of the intended destination. Local travel offices usually have a concise one‑page guide for each Brock, outlining the nearest railway junction or highway exit, which can save the traveller from an unintended detour.
What guidebooks omit
Most mainstream guidebooks gloss over small towns called Brock, but that very omission creates an opportunity for a focused, micro‑itinerary. Because the settlements are generally low‑key, you can often explore the main street, a local pub and the parish church within a single morning, leaving the afternoon free for an adjoining natural feature such as a river walk or a nearby historic mill. Check the community notice board – these are often the only source of pop‑up events like a farmer’s market or a summer fete, offering a glimpse into everyday life that larger publications overlook.