Mill Hill

Hill, Mountain in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Mill Hill

Old Milestone by A41, Brandon House, East of Woodcote Hall The Milestone is located against wall on the West of the road. Parish of Chetwynd Aston And Woodcote (Telford &amp; Wrekin District). Cast iron post, erected by the Wolverhampton, Albrighton district turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044196" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044196">Link</a>

Inscription reads:
TO / NEWPORT / 3 MILES : : TO / IVETSEY / BANK / 5 MILES: : BRANDON / HOUSE

Milestone Society National ID: SA_NPIV03 — Old Milestone by A41, Brandon House, East of Woodcote Hall Credit: John Armstrong

Mill Hill is a small hill located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the western part of the county, it is part of the wider Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Despite its name, Mill Hill is not a mountain but rather a modest-sized hill, standing at an elevation of approximately 300 meters.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and is covered in lush green vegetation, predominantly comprised of grasses and shrubs. It offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with rolling hills and woodlands stretching as far as the eye can see.

Mill Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting hikers, walkers, and nature lovers. There are several well-marked trails that lead to the summit, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the area's natural beauty. Along the paths, one can often spot a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, squirrels, and various bird species.

The hill is also home to a small stone structure known as Mill Hill Monument, which serves as a memorial to the local miners who lost their lives in mining accidents. It stands as a reminder of the region's industrial past and the hardships endured by the community.

Mill Hill offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, providing visitors with a serene environment to unwind and connect with nature. It is a place of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a cherished landmark in Staffordshire.

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Mill Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.738162/-2.3110025 or Grid Reference SJ7915. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone by A41, Brandon House, East of Woodcote Hall

The Milestone is located against wall on the West of the road. Parish of Chetwynd Aston And Woodcote (Telford & Wrekin District). Cast iron post, erected by the Wolverhampton, Albrighton district turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads: TO / NEWPORT / 3 MILES : : TO / IVETSEY / BANK / 5 MILES: : BRANDON / HOUSE Milestone Society National ID: SA_NPIV03

John Armstrong

Teepees set up for the Shropshire Petal Fields event

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Field of pink flowers

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Field of purple flowers

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Sign in a field of purple flowers The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Harvesting the crops

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Shropshire Petal Fields

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Pond in a field

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Byre and hayloft at Court Farm, Chatwell

A building of two distinct vintages. The far end, timber-framed, is 17th century whilst the nearer part is much more like 19th century in origin, and has been more changed over the years. The whole structure was Grade II listed Link

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in 1984.

Richard Law

Grange Farmhouse near Chatwell

Beneath the 19th century brick refacing lies a much older (17th century?) timber framed farmhouse, which was extended in the 1730s. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1984.

Richard Law

Chadwell Mill building

A 19th century water-driven grain mill, currently containing a remarkably-complete set of interior machinery and waterwheel. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1984, and at the time of my visit in late 2022 the owner said it had been recently bought for conversion to a home. Hopefully much/all of the surviving machinery, which is mentioned in the listing, will be turned into interior features.

Richard Law

Great Chatwell House farmhouse

The core of this substantial rural farmhouse is 18th century, with a later additional bay on the right. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1985, along with the single-storey implement shed seen here to its left (which looks to have been converted to residential use)

Richard Law

Chatwell Court screen and entrance wall

This mid 19th century construction is thought to incorporate a section of an earlier house, but was mainly built to smarten up the approach to Chatwell Court house a distance to the rear. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1985, and has recently been opened up by the removal of the large tree that overhung it a few years ago SJ7914 : A grand entrance

Richard Law

Chadwell/Chatwell Lodge

The maps and other sources are in slight disagreement about the exact spelling, but either way this was once The Cock Inn, lying pretty much right opposite SJ7914 : The Red Lion, Great Chatwell. It dates from the early 18th century, with later alterations, and was Grade II listed Link

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in 1985.

Richard Law

The footpath is about to get muddy

And it did - the rain gun watering the tatties made sure of that.

Richard Law

Footpath near The Roundabout

The squarish copse to the north of this path alongside the potato field is called The Roundabout; no idea why. The valley that the path run in also forms the boundary between Shropshire Council and the Telford & Wrekin Unitary Authority.

Richard Law