Handsacre

Settlement in Staffordshire Lichfield

England

Handsacre

Church of St. James the Great, Longdon, Staffordshire View from the east of St James' Church and Churchyard, Longdon.
Church of St. James the Great, Longdon, Staffordshire Credit: Anthony Brunning

Handsacre is a small village located in Staffordshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the town of Rugeley, Handsacre is a picturesque rural community with a population of around 2,000 residents. The village is positioned on the banks of the River Trent, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Handsacre is known for its peaceful and friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and those seeking a tranquil lifestyle. The village features a range of amenities, including a primary school, a post office, a convenience store, and several local businesses. Additionally, there are several pubs and restaurants in the area, providing residents with options for dining and socializing.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of outdoor spaces in Handsacre. The nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The village is also surrounded by farmland and picturesque fields, providing a serene environment for countryside walks.

Transport links in Handsacre are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the village to neighboring towns and cities. The nearest train station is in Rugeley, providing easy access to larger urban areas such as Birmingham, Stafford, and Derby.

Overall, Handsacre offers a charming and tranquil setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a close-knit community surrounded by beautiful countryside.

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Handsacre Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.74027/-1.866586 or Grid Reference SK0915. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church of St. James the Great, Longdon, Staffordshire View from the east of St James' Church and Churchyard, Longdon.
Church of St. James the Great, Longdon, Staffordshire
View from the east of St James' Church and Churchyard, Longdon.
St. John the Baptist, Armitage
St. John the Baptist, Armitage
St. Nicholas, Mavesyn Ridware A very unusual church with two parts on different levels. The lowered north aisle contains a series of memorials to the Malvoisyn family including, sometimes quite gory, verses.
St. Nicholas, Mavesyn Ridware
A very unusual church with two parts on different levels. The lowered north aisle contains a series of memorials to the Malvoisyn family including, sometimes quite gory, verses.
Ridware Theatre Formerly the Church of St. James. Built in 1842 it is now used as a small, professional theatre. The turret contains the two oldest bells in Staffordshire.
Ridware Theatre
Formerly the Church of St. James. Built in 1842 it is now used as a small, professional theatre. The turret contains the two oldest bells in Staffordshire.
High Bridge over the Trent The bridge in view is a foot bridge. The new road bridge is immediately behind it.
High Bridge over the Trent
The bridge in view is a foot bridge. The new road bridge is immediately behind it.
Handsacre Methodist Church
Handsacre Methodist Church
Rail engineering works at Handsacre Looking SE from new road bridge at "4 tracking" of Trent Valley railway line
Rail engineering works at Handsacre
Looking SE from new road bridge at "4 tracking" of Trent Valley railway line
Trent & Mersey canal near Tuppenhurst Looking east at a British Waterways working boat
Trent & Mersey canal near Tuppenhurst
Looking east at a British Waterways working boat
Footpath from Bardey Lane
Footpath from Bardey Lane
Longdon The Swan With Two Necks and the Church Hall
Longdon
The Swan With Two Necks and the Church Hall
Women's Institute Hall, Longdon
Women's Institute Hall, Longdon
Bridge Over Stream, Longdon
Bridge Over Stream, Longdon
The Swan With Two Necks, Longdon
The Swan With Two Necks, Longdon
New tracks The railway is being upgraded to four tracks through the Trent Valley line
New tracks
The railway is being upgraded to four tracks through the Trent Valley line
Footpath to Ashton Hayes This has been widened for access to the railway bridge construction
Footpath to Ashton Hayes
This has been widened for access to the railway bridge construction
Footpath To Barn Farm
Footpath To Barn Farm
Footpath To Longdon
Footpath To Longdon
Footpath Near Longdon
Footpath Near Longdon
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Handsacre is located at Grid Ref: SK0915 (Lat: 52.74027, Lng: -1.866586)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Lichfield

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Armitage
Abandoned Railway: station
Railway: site
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Wikipedia: en:Armitage railway station
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Dog Waste
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Handsacre
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Defibrillator
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Note: Shardlow 29 miles - Preston Brook 63 miles
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