Aston

Settlement in Staffordshire Newcastle-under-Lyme

England

Aston

Lonely semi-detached houses alongside the A51
Lonely semi-detached houses alongside the A51 Credit: Peter Whatley

Aston is a small village located in the Staffordshire county of England, approximately 4 miles northeast of the city of Stafford. Situated on the banks of the River Trent, Aston is a picturesque village with a population of around 1,500 residents.

The village boasts a rich history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book in 1086. Throughout the centuries, Aston has seen various developments, but it has managed to retain its rural charm and character. The village is known for its well-preserved historic buildings, including a beautiful 12th-century church dedicated to St. Saviour.

Aston provides its residents with a peaceful and idyllic setting, surrounded by lush green fields and countryside. The village offers a range of amenities, including a local pub, a primary school, and a community center. The nearby city of Stafford provides additional facilities, such as supermarkets, shops, and healthcare services.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Aston's proximity to stunning natural landscapes, including the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is just a short drive away. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to major road networks, including the M6 motorway.

Aston is a close-knit community, with various events and activities organized throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit. Overall, Aston offers a delightful blend of history, natural beauty, and a welcoming community atmosphere, making it an attractive place to live or visit in the Staffordshire region.

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Aston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.967574/-2.366846 or Grid Reference SJ7541. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lonely semi-detached houses alongside the A51
Lonely semi-detached houses alongside the A51
A51 approaching Hollybank crossroads
A51 approaching Hollybank crossroads
Large Semi-Detached Property
Large Semi-Detached Property
View from the car park The path up to the top of the garden.
View from the car park
The path up to the top of the garden.
The Royal Botanic Glasshouse A new glasshouse was built to display a range of plants It was opened in mid 2016
The Royal Botanic Glasshouse
A new glasshouse was built to display a range of plants It was opened in mid 2016
Central bed in the Botanic glasshouse The bed is mulched with grey slate.
Central bed in the Botanic glasshouse
The bed is mulched with grey slate.
Side of the Royal Botanic Glasshouse Plants galore.
Side of the Royal Botanic Glasshouse
Plants galore.
Plants in the Royal Botanic Glasshouse A View from the back of the glasshouse.
Plants in the Royal Botanic Glasshouse
A View from the back of the glasshouse.
Plants in the Royal Botanic glasshouse Looking along the side of the glasshouse.
Plants in the Royal Botanic glasshouse
Looking along the side of the glasshouse.
Steps through the herbaceous borders Fuchsia on the left and Atriplex hortensis in the middle of the image.
Steps through the herbaceous borders
Fuchsia on the left and Atriplex hortensis in the middle of the image.
View from the edge of the Dorothy Clive Garden Sidway Hall farm on the left of the image.
View from the edge of the Dorothy Clive Garden
Sidway Hall farm on the left of the image.
Steps down to the lower part of the garden Pampas Grass flower plumes on the right.
Steps down to the lower part of the garden
Pampas Grass flower plumes on the right.
Grass path between flower borders Crocosmia Lucifer on the left.
Grass path between flower borders
Crocosmia Lucifer on the left.
Flower beds at Dorothy Clive garden Crocosmia Lucifer on the left and Ricinus in the border on the right.
Flower beds at Dorothy Clive garden
Crocosmia Lucifer on the left and Ricinus in the border on the right.
Steps through the flower beds The white flower on the left is one of the large number of Hydrangea paniculata forms.
Steps through the flower beds
The white flower on the left is one of the large number of Hydrangea paniculata forms.
Bench at the end of a side path A quiet place to sit and enjoy the flowers.
Bench at the end of a side path
A quiet place to sit and enjoy the flowers.
Steps through the flower beds The tall red flowers are Cleome.
Steps through the flower beds
The tall red flowers are Cleome.
Path down towards the car park The gate on the right leads to the work area which all gardens need.
Path down towards the car park
The gate on the right leads to the work area which all gardens need.
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Aston is located at Grid Ref: SJ7541 (Lat: 52.967574, Lng: -2.366846)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Newcastle-under-Lyme

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.967574,-2.366846
Aston
Place: village
Lat/Long: 52.9676262/-2.3685244
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.9653928/-2.3622277
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.9649361/-2.3641085
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.9655184/-2.3665135
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.9658686/-2.3711176
Man Made: village_sign
Lat/Long: 52.9659831/-2.3667574
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