Endon

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Endon

Lock 7, Railway Lock, Caldon Canal, 1978 The railway concerned crosses the bridge below the lock, with a truss pipe bridge beyond. — Lock 7, Railway Lock, Caldon Canal, 1978 Credit: Robin Webster

Endon is a small village located in Staffordshire, England. Situated on the southern edge of the Peak District National Park, it lies approximately 6 miles east of Stoke-on-Trent and 9 miles north of Leek. With a population of around 3,000 residents, Endon is known for its picturesque setting and charming countryside.

The village boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The area was primarily agricultural until the Industrial Revolution, when the development of the Caldon Canal and the railway brought increased trade and prosperity to the village.

Endon is home to several notable landmarks, including the picturesque Stanley Pool and Stanley Reservoir, which offer opportunities for fishing and sailing. The village is also renowned for its impressive architecture, with many traditional stone houses and buildings that have been carefully preserved.

The community of Endon is vibrant and close-knit, with various amenities and facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a library, and several shops and pubs. The village is also well-connected, with regular bus services and easy access to major road networks.

Endon is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, as it is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers numerous walking and cycling trails. The village also hosts various events throughout the year, such as the Endon Well Dressing Festival and the Endon Bonfire Night, which attract visitors from near and far.

In summary, Endon is a charming village in Staffordshire, known for its idyllic setting, rich history, and strong sense of community. It offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a countryside escape, while still providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Endon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.076894/-2.112623 or Grid Reference SJ9253. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lock 7, Railway Lock, Caldon Canal, 1978

The railway concerned crosses the bridge below the lock, with a truss pipe bridge beyond.

Robin Webster

Rose Cottages

The view in The Village, in Endon Staffordshire.

Gordon Griffiths

Endon Well

The view from The Village, in Endon Staffordshire.

Gordon Griffiths

The Plough

The view of the Toby Pub on the A53 in Endon Staffordshire.

Gordon Griffiths

1st Endon Scouts

The view in the Village of Endon Staffordshire.

Gordon Griffiths

Ford in Endon

The ford with footbridge in Brook Lane, Endon.

Gordon Griffiths

Brook Lane

The view of the empty phone box on Brook Lane in Endon.

Gordon Griffiths

Railway View

The view of the disused railway off Station Road in Endon.

Gordon Griffiths

Endon Chemist

The view of Station Road in Endon.

Gordon Griffiths

Holehouse Lane Junction

The view from Gratton Lane near Endon.

Gordon Griffiths

Farm Track

The view from Gratton Lane near Endon.

Gordon Griffiths

High Lane, Brown Edge â 1970

Turner's were a small family bus company based in the village, typical of several small operators in the Potteries area serving what had been industrial communities. Both Smallthorne and Norton were essentially colliery villages. Unlike many such operators which purchased second hand vehicles, the majority of Turner's fleet were purchased new, and were kept in very smart condition. Bus no.7 is a Daimler Fleetline with Northern Counties bodywork which entered service just a couple of months before this picture was taken. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Brick Kiln Bridge No. 33, Caldon Canal

David Martin

Mile marker, Caldon Canal

The canal still comes from Eturia, but the connection to Uttoxeter was lost in 1849. The mile marker is a modern reproduction.

David Martin

Direction Sign - Signpost on the A53 in Endon

Located in Endon on a traffic island on the northwest side of the crossroads of the A53 Leek Road, B5051 Clay Lake and Station Road. Endon and Stanley parish. 4 arms and disc finial. Milestone Society National ID: ST_SJ9253

J Crowther

Caldon Canal, Stockton Brook

There are five locks in the flight at Stockton Brook; this is the view from the A53 bridge to the second from top lock.

Stephen McKay

Caldon Canal, Stockton Brook

A narrowboat is moored by the towpath below the Stockton Brook flight - the only suitable moorings in the area.

Stephen McKay

Stockton Brook Waterworks

Large derelict buildings are always a sad sight, sitting there waiting for somebody to find a use for them. Here the old waterworks at Stockton Brook, reflected in the Caldon Canal on a sunny morning, looks quite benign but in the moonlight from this spot it can seem very spooky indeed. The building dates from 1884 when a deep well was bored in order to pump water from the underlying millstone grit formations which then served the growing population of the pottery towns. It has been disused for many years as this view from 2007 shows: SJ9152 : Stockton Brook Waterworks, Stoke-on-Trent although there have been various development proposals. In 2003 it was reported that the site had been purchased from Severn Trent Water and that the new owners intended to open a restaurant, cafe, conference rooms or possibly a wedding venue. None of that happened and the works were offered at auction in 2018 with 'development potential (subject to planning)' and a guide price of £400,000; there was interest but the property failed to reach its reserve price.

Stephen McKay

Show me another place!

Endon is located at Grid Ref: SJ9253 (Lat: 53.076894, Lng: -2.112623)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire