Knenhall

Settlement in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Knenhall

Millennium Point Toposcope, Barlaston Downs — Millennium Point Toposcope, Barlaston Downs Credit: Brian Deegan

Knenhall is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately two miles south of the market town of Uttoxeter, Knenhall is a picturesque rural settlement with a population of around 500 residents.

The village is surrounded by stunning countryside scenery, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams. Knenhall is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns.

The village boasts a rich history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086. It has retained much of its historic charm, with several well-preserved buildings and landmarks. St. Mary's Church, a Grade II listed building, stands at the heart of the village and serves as a reminder of Knenhall's long-standing heritage.

Despite its small size, Knenhall offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a local pub, a primary school, and a village hall which hosts various community events throughout the year. The village is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with regular bus services and good road links.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Knenhall provides ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the surrounding countryside. The village is located close to the Peak District National Park, offering stunning natural landscapes and a wide range of outdoor activities.

Overall, Knenhall is a charming and idyllic village that combines a rich history, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community, making it an appealing place to live or visit in Staffordshire.

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Millennium Point Toposcope, Barlaston Downs

Millennium Point Toposcope, Barlaston Downs

Mosty Lea Mill One of eleven former flint mills on the Moddershall Brook.

There was a mill near this site from the twelfth century. It was purchased by Stephen Townshend in 1716 for use as a fulling mill in wool cloth production. Converted by John and Ralph Baddeley in 1756 for flint milling it continued in this use until 1962.

Mosty Lea Mill

One of eleven former flint mills on the Moddershall Brook. There was a mill near this site from the twelfth century. It was purchased by Stephen Townshend in 1716 for use as a fulling mill in wool cloth production. Converted by John and Ralph Baddeley in 1756 for flint milling it continued in this use until 1962.

Mosty Lea Mill Preparing to start up the mill.

Mosty Lea Mill

Preparing to start up the mill.

Mosty Lea Mill - starting up the mill Having raised the sluices a few turns of the red handle is all it takes to start the flow between the millpool and waterwheel.

Mosty Lea Mill - starting up the mill

Having raised the sluices a few turns of the red handle is all it takes to start the flow between the millpool and waterwheel.

Mosty Lea Mill - starting up the wheel Water flows onto the backshot wheel.

Mosty Lea Mill - starting up the wheel

Water flows onto the backshot wheel.

Mosty Lea Mill - wheel in full flow The backshot wheel powers the flint grinding pan.

Mosty Lea Mill - wheel in full flow

The backshot wheel powers the flint grinding pan.

Mosty Lea Mill - Flint Grinding Pan The calcined flint and limestone blocks are rotated around the water filled grinding pan until a sufficiently fine grain size is achieved. The solution is tapped off into the washing tub.

Mosty Lea Mill - Flint Grinding Pan

The calcined flint and limestone blocks are rotated around the water filled grinding pan until a sufficiently fine grain size is achieved. The solution is tapped off into the washing tub.

Mosty Lea Mill - Washing Tub The washing tub allowed the finer residue to be separated from the coarser particles which were returned to the pan for further grinding. The timber paddles were manually operated to agitate the solution. The solution was run off into three settling tanks.

Mosty Lea Mill - Washing Tub

The washing tub allowed the finer residue to be separated from the coarser particles which were returned to the pan for further grinding. The timber paddles were manually operated to agitate the solution. The solution was run off into three settling tanks.

Mosty Lea Mill - Settling Tank The ground calcined flint was allowed to settle out of solution. Peg holes in the far corner allowed water to be progressively drained away. Once the required concentration was achieved the solution was pumped into barrel to be sent to the potteries. To avoid transporting water an additional drying stage was later incorporated in the manufacturing process allowing the material to be sold as a cake.

Mosty Lea Mill - Settling Tank

The ground calcined flint was allowed to settle out of solution. Peg holes in the far corner allowed water to be progressively drained away. Once the required concentration was achieved the solution was pumped into barrel to be sent to the potteries. To avoid transporting water an additional drying stage was later incorporated in the manufacturing process allowing the material to be sold as a cake.

Mosty Lea Mill - Drying Bed The final process was to dry the ground calcined flint to a cake on the heated drying bed.

On National Mills Weekend it was a spot for a couple of the &#039;Friends of Mosty Lea Mill&#039; to take a few minutes to discuss Stoke City&#039;s dismal performance at the FA Cup Final yesterday.

Mosty Lea Mill - Drying Bed

The final process was to dry the ground calcined flint to a cake on the heated drying bed. On National Mills Weekend it was a spot for a couple of the 'Friends of Mosty Lea Mill' to take a few minutes to discuss Stoke City's dismal performance at the FA Cup Final yesterday.

Mosty Lea Mill - East Elevation The mill converted from a fulling mill for cloth production to a flint mill in 1759. It has a single grinding pan driven by a backshot wheel. Flint was calcined on the site behind the mill.

Mosty Lea Mill - East Elevation

The mill converted from a fulling mill for cloth production to a flint mill in 1759. It has a single grinding pan driven by a backshot wheel. Flint was calcined on the site behind the mill.

Wetmore Mill One of eleven former flint grinding mills in the Moddershall valley. The mill has a turning backshot wheel.

Wetmore Mill

One of eleven former flint grinding mills in the Moddershall valley. The mill has a turning backshot wheel.

Waterwheel at Wetmore Mill The backshot wheel was turning steadily today. I assume that when it was operating commercially the water would have introduced at a higher level on the wheel.

Waterwheel at Wetmore Mill

The backshot wheel was turning steadily today. I assume that when it was operating commercially the water would have introduced at a higher level on the wheel.

Splashy Mill One of eleven former flint mills in the Moddershall valley. The mill has an overshot wheel.

Splashy Mill

One of eleven former flint mills in the Moddershall valley. The mill has an overshot wheel.

Boar Inn Popular pub next to mill pools.

Boar Inn

Popular pub next to mill pools.

Mosty Lea Mill - Pit wheel The Pit Wheel shares a shaft with the external waterwheel and drives the Walloper by interlocking timber teeth.

Mosty Lea Mill - Pit wheel

The Pit Wheel shares a shaft with the external waterwheel and drives the Walloper by interlocking timber teeth.

Mosty Lea Mill - Wallower The Wallower turns horizontally under the grinding room floor. The paddles in the grinding pan are driven by the central shaft.

Power is taken off by the small gear to operate a small cylinder grinder.

Mosty Lea Mill - Wallower

The Wallower turns horizontally under the grinding room floor. The paddles in the grinding pan are driven by the central shaft. Power is taken off by the small gear to operate a small cylinder grinder.

Mosty Lea Mill - Cylinder Grinder Cylinder grinders replaced open pan grinders for preparing the calcined flint for the pottery industry. This machine is belt driven drawing power from the wallower wheel.

Mosty Lea Mill - Cylinder Grinder

Cylinder grinders replaced open pan grinders for preparing the calcined flint for the pottery industry. This machine is belt driven drawing power from the wallower wheel.

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Knenhall is located at Grid Ref: SJ9237 (Lat: 52.93617, Lng: -2.11751)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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