Holywell

Settlement in Warwickshire Warwick

England

Holywell

Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal Bridge 44A is at Yarningale Common next to lock 34. At this lock there is an old lock keepers cottage with a barrel vaulted roof that has been incorporated into a modern house. The cottage is called Bucket Lock Cottage. — Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal Credit: Nigel Mykura

Holywell is a small village located in Warwickshire, England. It is situated approximately 4 miles north of Stratford-upon-Avon and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is known for its tranquil atmosphere and charming rural setting.

One of the main attractions in Holywell is the Holy Well itself, which is believed to have been used for centuries as a place of pilgrimage and healing. The well is located in a beautiful wooded area and is said to have healing properties due to its mineral-rich waters. Visitors can still see the well and explore the surrounding area.

The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including Holywell Farmhouse, which dates back to the 17th century and is a Grade II listed building. This farmhouse is a fine example of traditional Warwickshire architecture and adds to the village's charm.

Holywell is a close-knit community with a population of approximately 300 residents. It has a small primary school, a church, and a village hall, which serves as a hub for community events and gatherings. The village is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, and residents often participate in local initiatives and activities.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Holywell offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. The village is also conveniently located near Stratford-upon-Avon, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the amenities and cultural attractions of the nearby town.

Overall, Holywell is a peaceful and idyllic village that offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its historic charm, natural beauty, and strong sense of community make it a delightful place to visit or call home in Warwickshire.

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Holywell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.29525/-1.710372 or Grid Reference SP1966. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge 44A Stratford Upon Avon Canal

Bridge 44A is at Yarningale Common next to lock 34. At this lock there is an old lock keepers cottage with a barrel vaulted roof that has been incorporated into a modern house. The cottage is called Bucket Lock Cottage.

Nigel Mykura

Lock 35 Stratford upon Avon Canal

Lock 35 is adjacent to Yarningale Farm and a footpath crosses the can by the small bridge at the far end of the lock.

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Bridge 45 Stratford upon Aven Canal

Bridge 45 carries a footpath over the canal and is adjacent to lock 35. The bridge is split so that the canal tow rope can pass through the bridge.

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Stratford upon Avon Canal

This is the centre of the section between Lock 35 and Lock 36 between Preston Bagot and Yarningale.

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Stratford Upon Avon Canal Mile Marker

This marker is between locks 33 and 34 and shows it is 16 miles to the northern terminus of the canal at Kings Norton.

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Piece of Brunel's Wide Gauge Iron Rail on The Stratford Upon Avon Canal

This "U" shaped iron channel which appears to have been used to hold a sign or something similar was at one time a rail that was used on Brunel's wide gauge GWR. When the gauge was reduced from 7ft to 4ft 8 1/2 inches large numbers of the rails were reused for other purposes. This may have come from the nearby line at Claverdon which was a mixed gauge line that opened as part of the Stratford Upon Avon Railway on 10 October 1860. When the wide gauge railways were dismantled, the iron rails were often used elsewhere. A large number of the rails were used in the construction of Clevedon pier.

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Lock Keeper's Cottage, Lock 31, Stratford Upon Avon Canal.

This is a relatively unaltered barrel roofed lock keeprs cottage located next to the bridge in Lowsonford where the road to Shrewley crosses the canal.

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Lock Keeper's Cottage Lock 31 Stratford Upon Avon Canal

Barrel roofed cottage located adjacent to the canal lock. Photo taken from the bridge where Narrow Lane crosses the canal.

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Stratford Upon Avon Canal

This is in the middle of the long stretch between lock 33 and lock 32 of the canal.

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Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal

Traditional timber lock gate but the area around the lock gate has been repaved with red brick.

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Split Bridge Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal

The split bridge is where the towpath crossed from one side of the canal to the other and the split allowed the tow-rope to pass through the bridge. Over the years the sliding ropes wore deep grooves in the vertical members of the bridge. One or two of the grooves have cut nearly all the way through the vertical member and an iron plate has been bolted on the side of the member to prevent further wear and to reinforce it.

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Lock 33 Stratford Upon Avon Canal

This shows the cross-over bridge with the open slot for horse tow ropes that is just next to the lock chamber.

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Road Junction in Holywell

Holywell is a small village well off the beaten track just north of Claverdon.

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Lowsonford Bridge

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Old House, Yarningale Lane

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Yarningale lock and aqueduct

Yarningale Lock on the Stratford-upon-Avon canal. This lock is unusual in that immediately above the lock the canal crosses a small aqueduct, constructed as an iron trough in the same style as its much longer cousin SP1660 : Edstone Aqueduct further down the canal at Bearley.

David Stowell