Armshead

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Armshead

A520 Cellarhead The view entering Cellarhead heading north on the Leek Road (A520). — A520 Cellarhead Credit: Gordon Griffiths

Armshead is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles northwest of the town of Stoke-on-Trent, Armshead is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

The village itself is characterized by its charming, traditional architecture, with many of the buildings dating back several centuries. The village center is home to a quaint, medieval church that serves as a focal point for the local community, offering a place of worship and a venue for various cultural events throughout the year.

Armshead benefits from a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The village is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with locals often engaging in social activities and events together. The village also boasts a small primary school, providing education to the younger members of the community.

Surrounded by the stunning Staffordshire countryside, Armshead offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The village is situated close to several walking and cycling trails, allowing residents and visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. Additionally, the nearby Peak District National Park offers further opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, with its vast expanses of unspoiled landscapes and stunning vistas.

Overall, Armshead is a charming and tranquil village, perfect for those seeking a peaceful rural retreat while still being within close proximity to larger towns and cities. Its beautiful surroundings, strong sense of community, and rich history make it an attractive place to live or visit in Staffordshire.

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Armshead Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.028421/-2.094649 or Grid Reference SJ9347. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A520 Cellarhead

The view entering Cellarhead heading north on the Leek Road (A520).

Gordon Griffiths

Car park for the Red Cow public house

On the A52, Ash Bank Road

Eirian Evans

St Philip's Church, Werrington

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The Ashbank

Pizza and carvery at Werrington

Eirian Evans

Wetley Moor

Trigpoint on the edge of a substantial heather moorland remnant. Near Stoke on Trent, the Pennine grits are making their presence felt with characteristic low fertility.

Richard Webb

Wetley Moor Entrance

One of the many access points to Wetley Moor off Brookhouse Lane. The moor is common land and is an area of Special Scientific Interest.

Phil Eptlett

Ash Hall

Job Meigh (a local potter) became the owner of the Ash Estate on 27th of March 1837. Construction of the house must have begun almost immediately because the date “1837” appears on the rainwater heads on the front of the building. 1840 account of the hall: "The exterior is of hard stone, (gotten on the estate,) of an Ash colour, giving the building an air of antiquity which harmonizes with the stile (sic.) of the architecture, being that of the manor house or Tudor era, with oriel windows, surmounted with pediments or pointed gables. An elegant portico, composed of three Gothic arches, turreted and embattled, adorns the front. The adjoining lawn is tastefully laid out and planted; and altogether, we must characterize Ash Hall as one of the most beautiful seats we have had occasion to notice.”

Steven Birks

Greenfields Farm, Kerry Hill

On Jack Hayes Lane near to the junction with Eaves Lane at Kerry Hill, Stoke-on-Trent

Steven Birks

Chapel Glassworks, Cellarhead

Glassworks in a converted Primitive Methodist Chapel built in 1870.

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Moorside High School, Cellarhead

Moorside High School is based in Cellarhead, Werrington. It has around 800 students aged between 11-18.

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The Windmill Public House

Situated on Ash Bank Road. Just to the left of the pub is an old windmill and in the grounds is a transmission mast.

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Methodist Church, Werrington

Methodist Church, Ash Bank, Werrington, Staffordshire Moorlands

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Hope and Anchor Public House, Cellarhead

On the crossroads of Leek Road and Cellarhead Road.

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Bowling Green Public House, Cellarhead

On the opposite corner to The Hope and Anchor Pub:- Link

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St. Philip's Church, Werrington

Corner of Ash bank Road and Salters Lane

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Cottages at Salters Lane, Werrington

Ash Estate cottages on the corner of Ashbank road and Salters Lane In 1854 Job Meigh (a famous potter) built a pair of labourers cottages at the corner of Salters Lane and Ash Bank Road. One of the occupiers was William Bonnell who was probably employed as the estate carpenter between about 1841 and 1871. He originally lived at Lawsons Farm on Brookhouse Lane but by 1871 was living in one of the new cottages. See Job Meigh's hall:- Link

Steven Birks

Windmill, Werrington

Standing on the highest point of the village of Werrington is the Old Windmill. It is said to date from 1730. The last miller was Mark Greatbatch who is listed in White's Gazetteer of 1851. Towards the end of its life it was used for grinding coal for the manufacture of 'brickettes' In the grounds is a transmission mast and nearby is The Windmill public house:- Link

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Cottages at Cellarhead crossroads

Where the Leek to Stone and Hanley to Cheadle roads cross is Cellarhead. The cottage shown to the left used to be a beer house "The Royal Oak" and opposite it was another called the Red Lion. On the other side of the road still stand two public houses, the Bowling Green and The Hope and Anchor:- Link Link Four corners at the crossroads and four pubs!!

Steven Birks

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Armshead is located at Grid Ref: SJ9347 (Lat: 53.028421, Lng: -2.094649)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire