Ball Green

Settlement in Staffordshire

England

Ball Green

High Lane, Brown Edge â 1970 Turner&#039;s were a small family bus company based in the village, typical of several small operators in the Potteries area serving what had been industrial communities. Both Smallthorne and Norton were essentially colliery villages.

Unlike many such operators which purchased second hand vehicles, the majority of Turner&#039;s fleet were purchased new, and were kept in very smart condition. Bus no.7 is a Daimler Fleetline with Northern Counties bodywork which entered service just a couple of months before this picture was taken.

This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=137652761" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=137652761">Link</a> — High Lane, Brown Edge â 1970 Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Ball Green is a small suburban area located in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles north of the city center of Stoke-on-Trent and falls within the city's boundaries. The neighborhood is primarily residential, characterized by a mix of detached and semi-detached houses.

The area is known for its peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere, attracting residents looking for a suburban lifestyle while still being close to urban amenities. Ball Green benefits from its proximity to major transportation routes, including the A500 road, providing easy access to surrounding areas and the rest of the country.

There are several local amenities within the immediate vicinity, such as convenience stores, small shops, and a few local pubs. Additionally, nearby retail parks and shopping centers offer a wider range of options for residents. For recreational activities, Ball Green is close to various green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor leisure and sports.

Education is well-served in the area, with several primary schools located within walking distance. For secondary education, there are reputable schools nearby, ensuring a good range of educational opportunities for families.

Ball Green is a well-connected and desirable place to live, offering a pleasant suburban environment with convenient access to amenities and transportation links. Its location provides residents with the best of both worlds – a peaceful residential setting while being within easy reach of the city center and other urban areas.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.072485/-2.163105 or Grid Reference SJ8952. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

High Lane, Brown Edge â 1970

Turner's were a small family bus company based in the village, typical of several small operators in the Potteries area serving what had been industrial communities. Both Smallthorne and Norton were essentially colliery villages. Unlike many such operators which purchased second hand vehicles, the majority of Turner's fleet were purchased new, and were kept in very smart condition. Bus no.7 is a Daimler Fleetline with Northern Counties bodywork which entered service just a couple of months before this picture was taken. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Brown Edge, St Anne

Dave Kelly

Long Butts Lift Bridge, Caldon Canal

There has been an obvious change to this lift bridge since 2012, see SJ9052 : Long Butts Lift Bridge, Caldon Canal. It is doubtful if the bridge is any busier however.

Stephen McKay

St Anne's church, Brown Edge

An Anglican church in the Diocese of Lichfield, built in 1844 by J C Trubshaw (probably James Trubshaw, chief engineer of the Trent and Mersey Canal Company, who certainly designed some other churches). The tower is 1854 by Ward and Son of Hanley. The building is listed grade II (list entry 1188577). Viewed here from Knypersley Dam. See SJ9054 : St Anne's Church, Brown Edge for a closer view.

Stephen Craven

Caldon Canal

A liftbridge (or Drawbridge as the map describes them in this part of the world) on the Caldon Canal near Stockton Brook.

David Stowell

Early morning sun and mist on the Caldon Canal

Picture taken just within the square at MR: SJ90975198 looking in a SE direction.

Andy Beecroft

Foaming Quart

Taken during a walk so position could be wrong. I remember the area being a flat river valley (very small Trent just South). There is a climb to the pub marked on the map which is at the crossroads.

Stephen Darlington

Brown Edge

Brown Edge village is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands on its border with Stoke on Trent. Formerly a mining village it is now expanded into one of the commuter villages for N. Staffordshire.

Phil Eptlett

Local watering hole

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Long Butts Lift Bridge

Another view of this lift bridge from a different angle.

Andy Beecroft

Alan Partridge - Aha

A scarecrow... I hope.

Neil Lewin

All creatures great and small

One of three well-dressings in Brown Edge.

Neil Lewin

Bill and Ben

Who took part in the Brown Edge Well Dressings

Neil Lewin

Wildlife Well dressing 2007

Designed and constructed by the pupils of St Annes School, Brown Edge.

Neil Lewin

Scooby and Shaggy

by Jake and Jamie aged 2 & 8 yrs old. (it says so on the sign)

Neil Lewin

All things bright and beautiful

2007 Well dressing in Brown Edge

Neil Lewin

Trent Terrace, Norton Green

Aptly named as that is the River Trent that the residents have to cross to get their cottages.

Neil Lewin

Foaming Quart, Norton Green

This inn is the setting off point for April Cruises on the Caldon Canal. In 1982/83 its darts team was represented by Eric Bristow, winning the 'News of the World' tournament.

Neil Lewin

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Ball Green is located at Grid Ref: SJ8952 (Lat: 53.072485, Lng: -2.163105)

Unitary Authority: Stoke-on-Trent

Police Authority: Staffordshire