Hales Park

Settlement in Worcestershire Wyre Forest

England

Hales Park

Bewdley Bridge in 1987 The bridge carries the B4195 road over the River Severn. The large red brick house over the bridge on the left hand side stands in Severn Street South. The church tower is that of St Anne&#039;s. — Bewdley Bridge in 1987 Credit: John Baker

Hales Park is a picturesque village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it is nestled amidst rolling green hills and charming countryside, offering residents and visitors a peaceful and idyllic setting.

The village of Hales Park dates back to medieval times, and its rich history is evident in its architecture and layout. The village center is dominated by a beautiful 12th-century church, St. Mary's, which is a prominent landmark and a testament to the village's heritage.

The community in Hales Park is close-knit and friendly, with a population of approximately 500 residents. The village boasts a range of amenities, including a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school, providing a convenient and self-sufficient environment for its inhabitants.

Nature lovers are drawn to Hales Park for its stunning natural surroundings. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, woodland areas, and meandering streams, making it an ideal destination for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and picnicking.

Hales Park is also conveniently located near the larger towns of Redditch and Worcester, where residents can access a wider range of amenities, shopping centers, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Hales Park offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty. Its strong sense of community and proximity to larger towns make it an attractive place to live or visit in Worcestershire.

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Hales Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.37402/-2.332134 or Grid Reference SO7775. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bewdley Bridge in 1987

The bridge carries the B4195 road over the River Severn. The large red brick house over the bridge on the left hand side stands in Severn Street South. The church tower is that of St Anne's.

John Baker

Rock Outcrop, Bewdley

This outcrop of sandstone rock forms the northern boundary of Bewdley station

Rob Newman

Trains Pass at Bewdley

BR Standard Pacific No 71000 "Duke of Gloucester" [left] and 'Manor' class 4-6-0 No 7812 "Erlestoke Manor" pass at Bewdley station.

Rob Newman

Bewdley station on the Severn Valley Railway

Raymond Knapman

Sports field behind Bewdley Leisure Centre, Bewdley

It's not clear if the field is part of the centre, or belongs to the adjoining school. Possibly it is used by both.

P L Chadwick

2 new houses, Bewdley

Alex McGregor

Riverside Caravan Park, Bewdley

Alex McGregor

Car park off Dry Mill Lane

This is a new car park for people walking in the Wyre Forest and is the recommended car park for visitors to Knowles Mill. A fellow collaborator has kindly confirmed my position and view direction.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill

Preserved derelict flour mill on the Dowles Brook in the Wyre Forest. The remains of the overshot waterwheel are behind the curved wall in the foreground and the tail race is in a tunnel.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill - the remains of the waterwheel

This was an overshot waterwheel with the leat coming in at high level on the left and the portal of the tail race tunnel visible to the right.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill - machinery

A nineteenth century watermill that went out of use in 1891 when it was damaged by a flood following a big freeze. It is the only recognisable mill in the Wyre Forest. This somewhat sharpened (really!) shot shows the pit wheel, wallower, great spur wheel and crown wheel. There is a surviving stone nut and quant on the right with a bed stone on the floor above. The other stone nut and the other stones have gone. There is a fragmented French burr stone on the ground inside.

Chris Allen

Knowles Mill

Nineteenth century watermill that has been out of use since 1891 and is now preserved by the National Trust. The bridge in the foreground crosses the Dowles Brook.

Chris Allen

Standard Tank at Bewdley, 1981

Standard 2-6-4T locomotive No 80079 at Bewdley Station, Severn Valley Railway

Rob Newman

Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley

There is both a kissing gate here, and a gate wide enough to let a vehicle pass through. On the other side is a track, with a rough stone surface, which makes a steep descent down to a pond and a steam. SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick

Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley

The pond is at the bottom of the track, but not visible in this photograph. SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick

Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley

The pond is on the left but difficult to see, as its surface is reflecting the trees which hang overhead. It is one of several which are linked by a small stream, and appears to be either artificial or enlarged from the original. SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley. SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick

Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley

The pond may be artificial or artificially enlarged. It lies on a stream which runs through the forest. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.

P L Chadwick