Barnfields

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Barnfields

Funfair in Leek A funfair on Westwood Recreation Ground in Leek. — Funfair in Leek Credit: David Weston

Barnfields is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it lies approximately 6 miles north of the town of Stafford. With a population of around 500 residents, Barnfields is a close-knit community that offers a peaceful and rural environment.

The village is characterized by its charming countryside setting, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes. Barnfields is known for its agricultural heritage, with many of its inhabitants engaged in farming and other rural activities. The village is dotted with traditional farmhouses and barns, adding to its rustic charm.

Despite its small size, Barnfields offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. There is a local primary school, providing education for children within the village and nearby areas. Additionally, the village has a community center, where various social and recreational activities take place throughout the year.

Barnfields is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, thanks to its proximity to major road networks. The A34 road runs close by, providing easy access to Stafford and other nearby towns. Public transportation options are limited, with only a few bus services passing through the village.

Overall, Barnfields is a tranquil and idyllic village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Its scenic surroundings and strong sense of community make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle in Staffordshire.

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Barnfields Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.100161/-2.0313676 or Grid Reference SJ9755. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Funfair in Leek

A funfair on Westwood Recreation Ground in Leek.

David Weston

Funfair in Leek

Stalls at the fair on Westwood Recreation Ground in Leek.

David Weston

Greystones House

This attractive 17th century house in Leek is a grade II* listed building. The tower behind belongs to the Nicholson Institute, now Leek Public Library. The Institute was built in 1882

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Parish Church of St Edward the Confessor

The Parish Church is Leek's only medieval church, dedicated to Edward, King of England between 1042-1066. Link

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The Old Grammar School, Leek

Former school, dated 1723. Over the door an inscription reads "This building erected by the Earl of Macclesfield, Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain, Anno Domini, 1723". Now used by the 2nd Leek Scout Group.

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Gateway Church, West Street

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Looking down Picton Street

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Former Silk Mill on Waterloo Street

Grade II listed building, now converted into flats.

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Hargreaves School building, Alsop Street

Former school, built in 1873. The school was built for Leek Congregational Church and named after a former minister. It is listed grade II and now in use commercially.

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Ash Almshouses, Leek

Grade II listed almshouses on Broad Street. On the gable end is an inscription - "The gift of Elizabeth Ash, the eldest daughter of William Jolliffe". "An almshouse, for eight poor widows, was endowed in the year 1696, by Elizabeth Ash, widow, of this town. Each widow is allowed two shillings per week, fuel, and a new gown once in two years." (from "A Topographical History of Staffordshire" by William Pitt)

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The Old Mill, Haywood Street

Grade II listed former Silk Mill, now converted to a restaurant and public house. It was built about 1876.

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Clock tower War Memorial

The war memorial was the gift to the town of Sir Arthur Nicholson (a local silk manufacturer), and his wife, in memory of their son, Lieutenant Basil Lee Nicholson and other local men killed in WWI. Made of Portland stone, it is grade II listed.

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The Cattle Market

Public house on Fountain Street, Leek

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The Roebuck Inn

Originally a timber-framed house but in long use as an inn. It is dated 1626 and grade II listed

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The Cock Inn, Derby Street

A pub has been on this site for over 300 years.

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Cobbled footpath skirting edge of Brough Park

Philip Cornwall

Leek Tunnel, Caldon Canal, Leek Branch, 1978

The west end of the narrow but high tunnel, 120 m long. We went through to the then limit of navigation, where a dredger and barge and what they were removing were blocking further progress - see SJ9754 : Last bridge on the Leek Branch, 1978 - and had to reverse back, including through the tunnel, because there was nowhere to wind. There is a big pool at this end of the tunnel, fortunately.

Robin Webster

North of last bridge, Caldon Canal, Leek Branch, 1978

Looking from the bridge. There was a dredger and spoil barges just south of the bridge, presumably working north, but unattended at the time (Sunday). The winding hole on the left, when cleared out, was the last place full length boats could wind.

Robin Webster

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Barnfields is located at Grid Ref: SJ9755 (Lat: 53.100161, Lng: -2.0313676)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire