Barton-under-Needwood

Settlement in Staffordshire East Staffordshire

England

Barton-under-Needwood

The Barton Turns Inn This public house lies on the Barton Turn road, between the A38 and the Trent and Mersey canal. The Way for the Millennium passes in front of this Inn.
The Barton Turns Inn Credit: Mick Malpass

Barton-under-Needwood is a picturesque village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated on the eastern bank of the River Trent, it lies approximately 7 miles southwest of Burton upon Trent and 7 miles northeast of Rugeley. The village is nestled in the heart of the National Forest, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty.

With a population of around 2,000 residents, Barton-under-Needwood is known for its charming and traditional English village atmosphere. The village center features a mix of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. James' Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The local primary school, Barton-under-Needwood CofE, is highly regarded for its academic standards and strong sense of community.

The village offers a range of amenities, including several pubs, restaurants, and small shops, catering to both locals and visitors. Barton Marina, located on the outskirts of the village, is a popular attraction, offering a variety of leisure activities such as boating and fishing. The marina also boasts a selection of shops, cafes, and a cinema, adding to the village's appeal.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Barton-under-Needwood offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits. The National Forest provides scenic walking and cycling trails, while the nearby Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers further opportunities for exploration.

Overall, Barton-under-Needwood is a charming village, combining a rich history, natural beauty, and a strong community spirit, making it an idyllic place to live or visit in Staffordshire.

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Barton-under-Needwood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.765208/-1.72573 or Grid Reference SK1818. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Barton Turns Inn This public house lies on the Barton Turn road, between the A38 and the Trent and Mersey canal. The Way for the Millennium passes in front of this Inn.
The Barton Turns Inn
This public house lies on the Barton Turn road, between the A38 and the Trent and Mersey canal. The Way for the Millennium passes in front of this Inn.
The Wharf House, Barton Turn
The Wharf House, Barton Turn
Wharf House chimney stack at Barton Turn, Staffordshire Two types of chimney pot are shown on this large 18th century Grade II listed house by the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Wharf House chimney stack at Barton Turn, Staffordshire
Two types of chimney pot are shown on this large 18th century Grade II listed house by the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Central Rivers railway depot Showing part of the locomotive maintenance depot completed in 2001. "Purposefully located near a number of major cross-country train routes, the depots facilities of inspection and working pits, hoisting facilities, train washing and refuelling is designed for a planned turnaround of up to twenty serviced trains per night" <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Rivers_TMD" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Rivers_TMD">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . View from a train travelling between Burton and Lichfield.
Central Rivers railway depot
Showing part of the locomotive maintenance depot completed in 2001. "Purposefully located near a number of major cross-country train routes, the depots facilities of inspection and working pits, hoisting facilities, train washing and refuelling is designed for a planned turnaround of up to twenty serviced trains per night" LinkExternal link . View from a train travelling between Burton and Lichfield.
Industrial building, Barton Turn
Industrial building, Barton Turn
The Barton Parish milepost in its setting The southbound carriageway of the A38 at Barton Turn, where the Barton Parish milepost survives , somehow, with traffic tearing past it at 70mph and more. A rather alarming place to sit in the central reservation and take a photo too, to be frank. Detail of the milepost at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3658736">SK2018 : The Barton Parish milepost - detail</a>
The Barton Parish milepost in its setting
The southbound carriageway of the A38 at Barton Turn, where the Barton Parish milepost survives , somehow, with traffic tearing past it at 70mph and more. A rather alarming place to sit in the central reservation and take a photo too, to be frank. Detail of the milepost at SK2018 : The Barton Parish milepost - detail
The Barton Parish milepost - detail A cast-iron milepost which presumably once sat beside the old road, and has been relocated to the verge of the dual carriageway. It scared me silly to stand in the southbound road, even for 10 seconds, to take this photo; shan't be doing that too often.
The Barton Parish milepost - detail
A cast-iron milepost which presumably once sat beside the old road, and has been relocated to the verge of the dual carriageway. It scared me silly to stand in the southbound road, even for 10 seconds, to take this photo; shan't be doing that too often.
Wharfe House, Barton Turn by Barton Turn Lock, Trent and Mersey Canal Grade II 18th century House.
Wharfe House, Barton Turn by Barton Turn Lock, Trent and Mersey Canal
Grade II 18th century House.
Approaching Barton & Walton An unidentified class 47 locomotive brings a freight northeast along the Birmingham to Derby main line which neatly bisects the towns of Barton-under-Needwood and Walton-upon-Trent at this point.   The view is taken from the B5016, Station Lane and shows the open farmland before the construction of Barton Business Park and the Bombardier Transportation Depot.
Approaching Barton & Walton
An unidentified class 47 locomotive brings a freight northeast along the Birmingham to Derby main line which neatly bisects the towns of Barton-under-Needwood and Walton-upon-Trent at this point. The view is taken from the B5016, Station Lane and shows the open farmland before the construction of Barton Business Park and the Bombardier Transportation Depot.
Site of Ryknild Street Roman road at Barton Turns Former A38 north of junction, now bypassed. Modern tarmac above the roman remains.
Site of Ryknild Street Roman road at Barton Turns
Former A38 north of junction, now bypassed. Modern tarmac above the roman remains.
Barton Turn Bridge No 37A Carrying an access road to and from the A38 across the Trent & Mersey Canal. On the right is one of the Trent & Mersey Canal Mileposts.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4544539">SK2019 : Trent & Mersey Canal Milepost</a>, for the previous milepost.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4546039">SK1917 : Trent & Mersey Canal Milepost</a>, for the next milepost along the canal.
Barton Turn Bridge No 37A
Carrying an access road to and from the A38 across the Trent & Mersey Canal. On the right is one of the Trent & Mersey Canal Mileposts. SK2019 : Trent & Mersey Canal Milepost, for the previous milepost. SK1917 : Trent & Mersey Canal Milepost, for the next milepost along the canal.
Station Road Bridge No 37B Crossing the Trent & Mersey Canal at Barton Turn.
Station Road Bridge No 37B
Crossing the Trent & Mersey Canal at Barton Turn.
Wharf House at Barton Turn Next to Barton Turn Bridge and Lock along the Trent & Mersey Canal.
Wharf House at Barton Turn
Next to Barton Turn Bridge and Lock along the Trent & Mersey Canal.
Barton Turn next to the Trent & Mersey Canal Looking towards the Barton Turns Inn.
Barton Turn next to the Trent & Mersey Canal
Looking towards the Barton Turns Inn.
Postbox and Wharf House at Barton Turn Next to Barton Turn Bridge No 38 along the Trent & Mersey Canal.
Postbox and Wharf House at Barton Turn
Next to Barton Turn Bridge No 38 along the Trent & Mersey Canal.
Barton Turn Lock No 10 Next to Barton Turn Bridge No 38 along the Trent & Mersey Canal.
Barton Turn Lock No 10
Next to Barton Turn Bridge No 38 along the Trent & Mersey Canal.
Trent & Mersey Canal at Barton Turn Looking towards Barton Turn Lock No 10 and Wharf House.
Trent & Mersey Canal at Barton Turn
Looking towards Barton Turn Lock No 10 and Wharf House.
Barton junction from A38
Barton junction from A38
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Barton-under-Needwood is located at Grid Ref: SK1818 (Lat: 52.765208, Lng: -1.72573)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: East Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.765208,-1.72573
Note: Road name changes
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Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
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Crossing
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Turning Circle
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St James Hall
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Toilets
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Post Box
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Radhurst Farm
Note: road leads to
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Pub
Red Lion
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Barton-under-Needwood
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Dunstall Estate
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Dunstall Estate
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Post Office
Barton-under-Needwood Post Office
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Bus Stop
No. 17
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Bus Stop
No. 17
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Brookside Road
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Short Lane
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St James' Church
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St James' Church
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John Taylor High School
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Barton Lodge
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Barton Lodge
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Waste Basket
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Fat Cat
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Skinny Kitten
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Bench
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Bench
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Bench
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Bench
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Bicycle Repair Station
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Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: On outside wall of Co-op store, at the junction of Crowberry Lane and Main Street.
Emergency: defibrillator
Ref GB The Circuit: AEFCED64-C651-42BD-BCCD-AB0200F86884
Lat/Long: 52.765189/-1.7248447
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