Abbey Green

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Abbey Green

St Mary the Virgin Church in Edstaston Glorious 12th century sandstone church. The three tremendous doorways are Norman, as is the nave and chancel - unfortunately the church was locked.
St Mary the Virgin Church in Edstaston Credit: Andrew Shannon

Abbey Green is a quaint village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated in the heart of the beautiful countryside, this peaceful hamlet offers a serene and idyllic setting for its residents and visitors alike. With a population of around 300, Abbey Green is a close-knit community that exudes a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

The village takes its name from the nearby Lilleshall Abbey, a former monastic house founded in the 12th century. The ruins of the abbey, now a popular tourist attraction, are just a short distance from Abbey Green. This historic connection adds to the village's charm and provides a glimpse into its rich past.

The landscape surrounding Abbey Green is characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque woodlands. The village is an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of Shropshire, as it is located within close proximity to several nature reserves and walking trails.

Despite its small size, Abbey Green boasts a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a post office. The village also hosts various community events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit.

Transport links to Abbey Green are well-established, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The village is conveniently located just a short drive away from the M54 motorway, facilitating easy access to major transport routes.

In conclusion, Abbey Green is a charming village in Shropshire that offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, rich in history and natural beauty. Its close-knit community and range of amenities make it an appealing place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful rural retreat.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.893927/-2.7347499 or Grid Reference SJ5033. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary the Virgin Church in Edstaston Glorious 12th century sandstone church. The three tremendous doorways are Norman, as is the nave and chancel - unfortunately the church was locked.
St Mary the Virgin Church in Edstaston
Glorious 12th century sandstone church. The three tremendous doorways are Norman, as is the nave and chancel - unfortunately the church was locked.
Norman doorway at St Mary’s Church, Edstaston Beautiful ancient doorway, on the north side of this lovely church
Norman doorway at St Mary’s Church, Edstaston
Beautiful ancient doorway, on the north side of this lovely church
Shropshire Way at The Park, north of Wem Holiday pitches and fields are adjacent to this coppice of birch trees, A pleasant walking area for  holidaymakers and ramblers alike.
Shropshire Way at The Park, north of Wem
Holiday pitches and fields are adjacent to this coppice of birch trees, A pleasant walking area for holidaymakers and ramblers alike.
Village pond on outskirts of Whixall Attractive welcome to the village of Whixall
Village pond on outskirts of Whixall
Attractive welcome to the village of Whixall
Village greenery on the fringe of Whixall Attractive entrance on the eastern approach to Whixall
Village greenery on the fringe of Whixall
Attractive entrance on the eastern approach to Whixall
Former post office and cottage on the fringe of Whixall Reminder of the days when villages had shops and services.
Former post office and cottage on the fringe of Whixall
Reminder of the days when villages had shops and services.
Whixall Crown Green Bowling Club Beautifully maintained green - must be a delight to play on.
Whixall Crown Green Bowling Club
Beautifully maintained green - must be a delight to play on.
Gate at Brown Brook Farm I love an old wooden gate, especially when under cherry blossom and dappled sunlight!
Gate at Brown Brook Farm
I love an old wooden gate, especially when under cherry blossom and dappled sunlight!
B5476 approaching Quina Brook
B5476 approaching Quina Brook
B5476 approaching Edstaston
B5476 approaching Edstaston
B5476 at the Moor Head track
B5476 at the Moor Head track
St Mary the Virgin, Edstaston C12. The east wall was rebuilt around 1300. The south porch seen from this side dates from 1710. The church was restored in 1882 by G.H. Birch. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Mary's_Church,_Edstaston" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Mary's_Church,_Edstaston">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Mary the Virgin, Edstaston
C12. The east wall was rebuilt around 1300. The south porch seen from this side dates from 1710. The church was restored in 1882 by G.H. Birch. See LinkExternal link
B5476 at Quina Brook village boundary
B5476 at Quina Brook village boundary
B5476 south of Quina Brook
B5476 south of Quina Brook
B5476 nears lane junction at Edstaston
B5476 nears lane junction at Edstaston
Rack Lane at Rack Lane Farm
Rack Lane at Rack Lane Farm
Goblin's Lane junction
Goblin's Lane junction
Lane near Grange Farm
Lane near Grange Farm
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Abbey Green is located at Grid Ref: SJ5033 (Lat: 52.893927, Lng: -2.7347499)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Located within 500m of 52.893927,-2.7347499
Abbey Green
Place: hamlet
Source: OS 1:25k
Lat/Long: 52.8939176/-2.7339924
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.8934998/-2.7342923
Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.8934784/-2.7343919
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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