Bloxwich, Little

Settlement in Staffordshire

England

Bloxwich, Little

Wyrley & Essington Canal, Pelsall Wood A boat heads towards Pelsall Junction along an unusually open stretch of the canal. — Wyrley & Essington Canal, Pelsall Wood Credit: Stephen McKay

Bloxwich, Little is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated about 6 miles north of the town of Stafford, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Staffordshire Moorlands. With a population of around 500 residents, Bloxwich, Little maintains a close-knit and friendly community.

The village is characterized by its charming rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The area boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Roman period. The village itself is dotted with traditional stone cottages and historic buildings, providing a glimpse into its past.

Despite its small size, Bloxwich, Little offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. The village also benefits from its proximity to Stafford, which provides access to a wider range of services and facilities.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Bloxwich, Little for its beautiful countryside, which offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also surrounded by several nature reserves and parks, making it an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Overall, Bloxwich, Little is a picturesque and idyllic village that offers a peaceful and close community spirit. Its rural charm, combined with its convenient location near Stafford, makes it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter pace of life within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Bloxwich, Little Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.627432/-1.987705 or Grid Reference SK0003. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wyrley & Essington Canal, Pelsall Wood

A boat heads towards Pelsall Junction along an unusually open stretch of the canal.

Stephen McKay

York's Bridge, Wyrley & Essington Canal

The pub here is now called the Fingerpost but was formerly the Royal Oak.

Stephen McKay

Hildicks Bridge, Wyrley & Essington Canal

The canal passes under Goscote Lane as it winds through the Walsall suburbs.

Stephen McKay

Wyrley & Essington Canal, Pelsall

The remains of an old arm are totally choked with reeds close to York's Foundry Bridge. The sky here looks distinctly threatening.

Stephen McKay

Victoria Avenue, Blakenhall Heath

Just north of Walsall, Blakenhall Heath is primarily given over to housing. Old maps prior to WW2 suggest that it was still very rural up until about the early 1930s, but building of the estates put an end to that between the wars. Many of the houses date from that period, although the ones on the right here are clearly more recent.

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Shops, houses and flats on Field Road

Described as Field Street on some of the older maps (1880s until 1938, at any rate) Field Road runs north-south through Blakenhall Heath, joining the High St B4210 to the A4142 Lichfield Road.

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OS benchmark - Blakenhall Heath, 214 Field Road

An OS cutmark on the NW angle of 214 Field Road; originally levelled, probably in 1957, at 161.904m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

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Penderel Street crosses Hamilton Street in Blakenhall Heath

Part of the extensive inter-war housing developments north of Walsall.

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Ash Street towards Ryle Street

Interwar housing developments in Blakenhall Heath

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OS benchmark - Blakenhall Heath, 30 Ryle Street

An OS cutmark on the front wall of 30 Ryle Street; originally levelled, probably in 1957, at 148.87m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

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OS benchmark - Blakenhall Heath, 136 Valley Road

An OS cutmark on the north wall of 136 Valley Road; originally levelled, probably in 1957, at 114.411m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

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OS benchmark - Blakenhall Heath, 47 Green Rock Lane

An OS cutmark on the NE wall of 47 Green Rock Lane; originally levelled, probably in 1957, at 150.023m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

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The Green Rock Tavern, Blakenhall Heath

Mapped in the 1920s as 'Rock House', this had become a public house by the late 1930s.

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OS benchmark - Blakenhall Heath, 1 Green Rock Lane

An OS cutmark on the side wall of 1 Green Rock Lane; originally levelled, probably in 1957, at 149.483m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

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Shops and businesses on Blakenall Lane

A very similar view to the one in SK0001 : Blakenall Lane, Blakenall Heath; it's a different time of year, and there are some slight changes to the businesses in the retail units over the last 6 or 7 years.

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