Astley

Settlement in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Astley

Yarhampton House Early 17th century timber-framed former farmhouse viewed from the passing road.
Yarhampton House Credit: Philip Halling

Astley is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Worcester, Astley is nestled in the scenic countryside of the Severn Valley. With a population of around 500 residents, the village exudes a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere.

One of the notable landmarks in Astley is Astley Hall, a beautiful country house that dates back to the 17th century. The hall boasts stunning architecture and is surrounded by well-maintained gardens, making it a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. The village also features a charming parish church, St. Peter's, which dates back to the 13th century and showcases impressive medieval architecture.

Astley is renowned for its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills, lush fields, and winding country lanes. It offers numerous walking and cycling routes, providing residents and visitors with the opportunity to explore the stunning natural beauty of the area.

While predominantly a residential village, Astley does have a small number of amenities to cater to the local community, including a village hall and a primary school. For further amenities and services, residents can easily access nearby towns such as Stourport-on-Severn or Worcester.

In conclusion, Astley is a charming village in Worcestershire, England, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting amidst the beautiful Severn Valley. With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and tight-knit community, Astley is a place that captures the essence of rural England.

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Astley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.310535/-2.3055742 or Grid Reference SO7968. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Yarhampton House Early 17th century timber-framed former farmhouse viewed from the passing road.
Yarhampton House
Early 17th century timber-framed former farmhouse viewed from the passing road.
Looking southwest from the B4196 in 1987
Looking southwest from the B4196 in 1987
The Dog, Dunley
The Dog, Dunley
Road junction in Dunley House on the corner by a road junction in Dunley.
Road junction in Dunley
House on the corner by a road junction in Dunley.
Oak tree in an arable field Oak tree in an arable field between Astely Cross and Dunley.
Oak tree in an arable field
Oak tree in an arable field between Astely Cross and Dunley.
Access road to the church etc., Astley, Worcs The road on the left gives access to St. Peter's Church, its small car park and a couple of other properties. The road in the foreground is Church Lane.
Access road to the church etc., Astley, Worcs
The road on the left gives access to St. Peter's Church, its small car park and a couple of other properties. The road in the foreground is Church Lane.
St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs The church dates from Norman times, probably mid-12th century. The aisle was rebuilt and widened in 1837-8, and there was a major restoration with substantial alterations in the very early years of the 20th century. Currently the church is fund raising for essential works. The church was originally built as the church for a Benedictine priory which was attached to the Abbey of St. Taurin near Rouen in France. As an "alien" foundation, the priory was suppressed in 1414, over a hundred years before King Henry VIII closed all the other remaining religious houses. Fortunately the church survived and contains a number of interesting monuments.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3856068">SO7867 : Porch of St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs</a>.
St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs
The church dates from Norman times, probably mid-12th century. The aisle was rebuilt and widened in 1837-8, and there was a major restoration with substantial alterations in the very early years of the 20th century. Currently the church is fund raising for essential works. The church was originally built as the church for a Benedictine priory which was attached to the Abbey of St. Taurin near Rouen in France. As an "alien" foundation, the priory was suppressed in 1414, over a hundred years before King Henry VIII closed all the other remaining religious houses. Fortunately the church survived and contains a number of interesting monuments. SO7867 : Porch of St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs.
Porch of St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs The porch was rebuilt in 1903-4, at the time of a major restoration of the church by the rector, the Rev. Martin Brereton Buckle.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3855997">SO7867 : St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs</a>.
Porch of St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs
The porch was rebuilt in 1903-4, at the time of a major restoration of the church by the rector, the Rev. Martin Brereton Buckle. SO7867 : St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs.
Old graveyard at St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs The graves here seem quite old and are showing the ravages of time. It is located opposite the church and next to the car park.
Old graveyard at St. Peter's Church, Astley, Worcs
The graves here seem quite old and are showing the ravages of time. It is located opposite the church and next to the car park.
Looking towards Church Lane, Astley, Worcs Looking from the access road which serves the church and a couple of other properties.
Looking towards Church Lane, Astley, Worcs
Looking from the access road which serves the church and a couple of other properties.
St. Peter's Church Restoration Fund information board, Astley, Worcs Located at the side of the car park.
St. Peter's Church Restoration Fund information board, Astley, Worcs
Located at the side of the car park.
Church Lane, Astley, Worcs The main road in the straggly village of Astley.
Church Lane, Astley, Worcs
The main road in the straggly village of Astley.
End of access road, Astley, Worcs Just past St. Peter's Church the access road ends here, with entrances to two residential properties.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3855968">SO7867 : Access road to the church etc., Astley, Worcs</a>.
End of access road, Astley, Worcs
Just past St. Peter's Church the access road ends here, with entrances to two residential properties. SO7867 : Access road to the church etc., Astley, Worcs.
Prior's Mill and weir, Astley, Worcs Prior's Mill is a former seventeenth century timber-framed water mill, with twentieth century alterations, and now used as a private residence. Next to it is a very high weir on the Dick Brook. There used to be several mills on this stream long ago. The Prior's Mill would not have been connected to Astley Priory, as that was dissolved in 1414 as an "alien house" and demolished centuries ago. However it is possible that an earlier mill was on the site of the present one or near to it, and perhaps that belonged to the priory.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3859678">SO7867 : Weir on the Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs</a>.
Prior's Mill and weir, Astley, Worcs
Prior's Mill is a former seventeenth century timber-framed water mill, with twentieth century alterations, and now used as a private residence. Next to it is a very high weir on the Dick Brook. There used to be several mills on this stream long ago. The Prior's Mill would not have been connected to Astley Priory, as that was dissolved in 1414 as an "alien house" and demolished centuries ago. However it is possible that an earlier mill was on the site of the present one or near to it, and perhaps that belonged to the priory. SO7867 : Weir on the Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs.
Weir on the Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs This very high weir is next to the former Prior's Mill. Photographed from the road bridge over the Dick Brook.

See:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3859676">SO7867 : Prior's Mill and weir, Astley, Worcs</a>.
Weir on the Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs
This very high weir is next to the former Prior's Mill. Photographed from the road bridge over the Dick Brook. See:- SO7867 : Prior's Mill and weir, Astley, Worcs.
The Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs Andrew Yarranton (1619-1684), who was born at Astley, was an early pioneer in attempting, not always successfully, to make various waterways navigable. The Dick Brook was one of his projects. The navigable section ran for about three-quarters of a mile from the River Severn, 3 miles below Stourport-on-Severn, to his blast furnace at Astley. It probably had 2 flash locks in the first quarter of a mile and was used to take iron-ore to the forge, which was about half a mile above the upper lock. It is thought that this work was done about January 1653 and that the navigation was not in use for very long. Looking at this rather unimpressive brook today, it is difficult to imagine that part of it was once used by boats.
The Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs
Andrew Yarranton (1619-1684), who was born at Astley, was an early pioneer in attempting, not always successfully, to make various waterways navigable. The Dick Brook was one of his projects. The navigable section ran for about three-quarters of a mile from the River Severn, 3 miles below Stourport-on-Severn, to his blast furnace at Astley. It probably had 2 flash locks in the first quarter of a mile and was used to take iron-ore to the forge, which was about half a mile above the upper lock. It is thought that this work was done about January 1653 and that the navigation was not in use for very long. Looking at this rather unimpressive brook today, it is difficult to imagine that part of it was once used by boats.
Public footpath at Astley, Worcs The footpath is ascending through a wood.
Public footpath at Astley, Worcs
The footpath is ascending through a wood.
Bridge over the Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs The bridge carries a minor road over the Dick Brook.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3872383">SO7867 : Approaching the bridge over the Dick Brook at Astley, Worcs</a>.
Bridge over the Dick Brook, Astley, Worcs
The bridge carries a minor road over the Dick Brook. SO7867 : Approaching the bridge over the Dick Brook at Astley, Worcs.
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Astley is located at Grid Ref: SO7968 (Lat: 52.310535, Lng: -2.3055742)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Malvern Hills

Police Authority: West Mercia

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