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Ash Spinney

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Ash Spinney

Main Street - West Leake
Main Street - West Leake Credit: Dave Thompson

Ash Spinney is a small village located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. Nestled amidst the picturesque woodlands and forests, it is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil ambiance. The village is situated in close proximity to the larger towns of Mansfield and Nottingham, making it accessible and convenient for both residents and visitors.

The main attraction of Ash Spinney is its stunning woodlands and forest areas. The village is surrounded by lush greenery, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, walking, and bird-watching. The woodlands are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

Despite its rural setting, Ash Spinney boasts a close-knit community that takes pride in its village. The residents are known for their friendliness and welcoming nature. The village has a small but active community center, which serves as a gathering place for various social events and activities.

In terms of amenities, Ash Spinney has a few local shops and services to cater to the needs of its residents. However, for a wider range of amenities, the nearby towns of Mansfield and Nottingham offer a more extensive selection of shops, supermarkets, and entertainment options.

Overall, Ash Spinney in Nottinghamshire is a charming village that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty and sense of community make it an ideal place for those seeking a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.842332/-1.2055374 or Grid Reference SK5327. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Main Street - West Leake
Main Street - West Leake
West Leake Lane A rural road that twists and turns its way to the villages of East and West Leake.
West Leake Lane
A rural road that twists and turns its way to the villages of East and West Leake.
West Leake Lane The lane is a fairly quiet route to the villages of East and West Leake.
West Leake Lane
The lane is a fairly quiet route to the villages of East and West Leake.
A stubble field Another harvested and partly prepared field awaiting a new crop.
A stubble field
Another harvested and partly prepared field awaiting a new crop.
West Leake Looking past the entrance to Village Farm Close.
West Leake
Looking past the entrance to Village Farm Close.
The edge of West Leake West Leake appears to be a fairly quiet place on my trip through.
The edge of West Leake
West Leake appears to be a fairly quiet place on my trip through.
East Leake This is the edge of East Leake, which is a much larger village than West Leake.
East Leake
This is the edge of East Leake, which is a much larger village than West Leake.
Station Road, East Leake Ahead is the bridge carrying the old Great Central Railway over Station Road. This was the site of East Leake station which closed in 1969.
Station Road, East Leake
Ahead is the bridge carrying the old Great Central Railway over Station Road. This was the site of East Leake station which closed in 1969.
East Leake Station - bricked up entrance A feature of the Great Central Railway's London extension was the use of island platforms at most of its stations. These were accessed from a road bridge - in most cases where the road crossed over the railway, but sometimes, as here at East Leake, where the road passed underneath. The larger stations had a booking office at road level but elsewhere steps gave access to a booking office on the platform. East Leake station closed in 1969 and the entrance has since been bricked up. Proposals to reopen it as a heritage station have been opposed locally, a principal reason being the difficulties of access directly off a busy road.
East Leake Station - bricked up entrance
A feature of the Great Central Railway's London extension was the use of island platforms at most of its stations. These were accessed from a road bridge - in most cases where the road crossed over the railway, but sometimes, as here at East Leake, where the road passed underneath. The larger stations had a booking office at road level but elsewhere steps gave access to a booking office on the platform. East Leake station closed in 1969 and the entrance has since been bricked up. Proposals to reopen it as a heritage station have been opposed locally, a principal reason being the difficulties of access directly off a busy road.
Station Road, East Leake West Leake Road becomes Station Road just before the railway bridge where Birch Lea leads off to the left. The entrance to the station, which closed in 1969, was under the bridge but is now bricked off. The railway above survived, and is still in situ, to give access for freight trains to the British Gypsum works at Hotchley Hill. It will become part of a heritage line running south from Ruddington and connecting with the Great Central Railway at Loughborough.
Station Road, East Leake
West Leake Road becomes Station Road just before the railway bridge where Birch Lea leads off to the left. The entrance to the station, which closed in 1969, was under the bridge but is now bricked off. The railway above survived, and is still in situ, to give access for freight trains to the British Gypsum works at Hotchley Hill. It will become part of a heritage line running south from Ruddington and connecting with the Great Central Railway at Loughborough.
Bus stop with shelter at East Leake village name signs
Bus stop with shelter at East Leake village name signs
Benchmark on south parapet of Gotham Road railway bridge Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 57.043m above Newlyn Datum verified 1966
Benchmark on south parapet of Gotham Road railway bridge
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 57.043m above Newlyn Datum verified 1966
Gotham Road railway bridge south of Rushcliffe Halt There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7187626">SK5527 : Benchmark on south parapet of Gotham Road railway bridge</a> on the coping stone on the near bridge pier
Gotham Road railway bridge south of Rushcliffe Halt
There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SK5527 : Benchmark on south parapet of Gotham Road railway bridge on the coping stone on the near bridge pier
Notts CC finger signpost at Gotham Road / Stocking Lane junction The signpost has Milestone Society National ID: NT_SK5527A
Notts CC finger signpost at Gotham Road / Stocking Lane junction
The signpost has Milestone Society National ID: NT_SK5527A
SE end of Stocking Lane A closeup of the signpost is at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7187736">SK5527 : Notts CC finger signpost at Gotham Road / Stocking Lane junction</a>
SE end of Stocking Lane
A closeup of the signpost is at SK5527 : Notts CC finger signpost at Gotham Road / Stocking Lane junction
Notts CC finger signpost at Leake Road / Bunny Lane junction The signpost has Milestone Society National ID: NT_SK5527
Notts CC finger signpost at Leake Road / Bunny Lane junction
The signpost has Milestone Society National ID: NT_SK5527
Leake Road at Bunny Lane junction There is a closeup of the Notts CC finger signpost at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7187748">SK5527 : Notts CC finger signpost at Leake Road / Bunny Lane junction</a>. Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 46.750m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1966 on a seat base on the far side of the signpost
Leake Road at Bunny Lane junction
There is a closeup of the Notts CC finger signpost at SK5527 : Notts CC finger signpost at Leake Road / Bunny Lane junction. Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 46.750m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1966 on a seat base on the far side of the signpost
Rushcliffe Golf Club greens
Rushcliffe Golf Club greens
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Ash Spinney is located at Grid Ref: SK5327 (Lat: 52.842332, Lng: -1.2055374)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Rushcliffe

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

What 3 Words

///conjured.forgiving.skippers. Near East Leake, Nottinghamshire

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