Ash Bank

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Ash Bank

Stoniers bus in Bentilee estate â 1979 Bentilee estate was a large post-WW2 council estate built primarily for the local mining community. Surprisingly, the main service into the estate was not provided exclusively by the main large operator in the area, Potteries Motor Traction, but shared with the family firm of Stoniers, based at Goldenhill to the north of the Five Towns. Like many small operators, most of the fleet consisted of second-hand vehicles, this example having originated with Nottingham City Transport in 1965. It is a Daimler Fleetline with Northern Counties bodywork to a Nottingham-specific design.

This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=137652761" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=137652761">Link</a> — Stoniers bus in Bentilee estate â 1979 Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Ash Bank is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles northwest of the town of Stoke-on-Trent, Ash Bank is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district. The village is nestled on the southern slopes of the Trent Valley, offering picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.

Ash Bank is predominantly a residential area, featuring a mix of detached houses, semi-detached properties, and bungalows. The village maintains a tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and those seeking a peaceful lifestyle. The community is tight-knit, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

While Ash Bank itself does not have many amenities, residents benefit from its proximity to neighboring towns and villages. Stoke-on-Trent provides a wide range of services, including shopping centers, schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational activities. Additionally, the village is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A500 and A50, making commuting and traveling convenient.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Ash Bank's proximity to the Staffordshire countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching. The village also benefits from its location near the Peak District National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes and outdoor pursuits.

In summary, Ash Bank offers a peaceful and close-knit community within easy reach of larger towns and beautiful natural surroundings.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.020461/-2.110553 or Grid Reference SJ9247. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stoniers bus in Bentilee estate â 1979

Bentilee estate was a large post-WW2 council estate built primarily for the local mining community. Surprisingly, the main service into the estate was not provided exclusively by the main large operator in the area, Potteries Motor Traction, but shared with the family firm of Stoniers, based at Goldenhill to the north of the Five Towns. Like many small operators, most of the fleet consisted of second-hand vehicles, this example having originated with Nottingham City Transport in 1965. It is a Daimler Fleetline with Northern Counties bodywork to a Nottingham-specific design. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Car park for the Red Cow public house

On the A52, Ash Bank Road

Eirian Evans

St Philip's Church, Werrington

Eirian Evans

The Ashbank

Pizza and carvery at Werrington

Eirian Evans

Ash Road Terrace on Werrington Road

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

Stonehouse Farm, Hulme

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St. Stephens Church, Bentilee

Bentilee is situated approximately 2 miles east of Stoke-upon-Trent city centre. The church is in Dawlish Drive just off the A5272 (B5040)

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Willfield Conference Centre

Was part of Willfield School - Lauder Place North, Off Beverley Drive Bentilee. Now houses: Willfield Neighbourhood College; Willfield Conference Centre; Willfield Youth Club; Bentilee Volunteers Office.

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Housing at Eaves Lane, Abbey Hulton

Corner of Eaves Lane (to the right) and Greasely Road.

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Bucknall Hospital

Specialised hospitals like Bucknall Hospital, run by the local authorities, were opening to treat infectious diseases, and to prevent the spread of the disease by isolating infected patients.

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Bucknall Pentecostal Church

Assemblies of God Church on Eaves Lane, Bucknall.

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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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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

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Ash Bank is located at Grid Ref: SJ9247 (Lat: 53.020461, Lng: -2.110553)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire