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Little Worthen

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Little Worthen

All Saints' Church, Worthen The earliest parts of the church date from the 12th Century and it is Grade-I listed: LB1055014 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1055014" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1055014">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> . It is rather hemmed in by trees these days.
All Saints' Church, Worthen Credit: Bill Harrison

Little Worthen is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, the village is known for its charming rural setting and peaceful atmosphere.

The village is home to a mix of traditional stone cottages, farmhouses, and other historic buildings, giving it a quaint and traditional feel. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Little Worthen is a close-knit community with a population of around 200 residents. The village has a church, a primary school, and a village hall which serves as a hub for community events and gatherings.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities such as Shrewsbury and Ludlow, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider Shropshire area. Visitors to Little Worthen can enjoy scenic walks, cycling routes, and visits to nearby historic sites such as Stokesay Castle.

Overall, Little Worthen offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life, with its idyllic surroundings and friendly community atmosphere.

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All Saints' Church, Worthen The earliest parts of the church date from the 12th Century and it is Grade-I listed: LB1055014 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1055014" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1055014">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> . It is rather hemmed in by trees these days.
All Saints' Church, Worthen
The earliest parts of the church date from the 12th Century and it is Grade-I listed: LB1055014 LinkExternal link . It is rather hemmed in by trees these days.
The Old White Horse, Worthen Dating from the early 19th Century, formerly an inn on the (now) B4386 but now in residential use. Note the asymmetry of the windows and the false windows on the third storey. Grade II listed (LB1307751: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1307751" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1307751">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> ).
The Old White Horse, Worthen
Dating from the early 19th Century, formerly an inn on the (now) B4386 but now in residential use. Note the asymmetry of the windows and the false windows on the third storey. Grade II listed (LB1307751: LinkExternal link ).
Abandoned derelict farm house beside the road I wonder what the fate of this place will be?
Abandoned derelict farm house beside the road
I wonder what the fate of this place will be?
The Cock Inn, Brockton
The Cock Inn, Brockton
Post Office and stores, Worthen
Post Office and stores, Worthen
The B4499 looking towards Leigh A traditional use of grass verges to provide grazing for travellers' horses.
The B4499 looking towards Leigh
A traditional use of grass verges to provide grazing for travellers' horses.
The village shop at Worthen
The village shop at Worthen
Latter day scene inside Croes Newydd (Wrexham) Locomotive Depot, 1966 The Depot was taken over by the LM Region in its final years, hence the Stanier 8F 2-8-0 (No. 48252) and Ivatt Class 2 2-6-0 (no. 46446) in this interior scene less than a year before the Depot was closed in June 1967.
Latter day scene inside Croes Newydd (Wrexham) Locomotive Depot, 1966
The Depot was taken over by the LM Region in its final years, hence the Stanier 8F 2-8-0 (No. 48252) and Ivatt Class 2 2-6-0 (no. 46446) in this interior scene less than a year before the Depot was closed in June 1967.
The village hall in Worthen, Shropshire 1980's style building I think. Great for car parking for walkers like me.
The village hall in Worthen, Shropshire
1980's style building I think. Great for car parking for walkers like me.
Old chapel building on the main road in Worthen Named Mount Zion and dated 1912 I think. I don't know if it is a home now. I assume it is.
Old chapel building on the main road in Worthen
Named Mount Zion and dated 1912 I think. I don't know if it is a home now. I assume it is.
View to Bromlow Callow from Worthen village Lovely view from the field gate here.
View to Bromlow Callow from Worthen village
Lovely view from the field gate here.
Old corrugated building in Worthen Maybe once a village hall? Or a workshop? A business? Not all that many of this style of building remain.
Old corrugated building in Worthen
Maybe once a village hall? Or a workshop? A business? Not all that many of this style of building remain.
Half timbered cottage in Worthen A well kept example.
Half timbered cottage in Worthen
A well kept example.
View into the farmyard at Worthen Hall farm Not a very good view admittedly.
View into the farmyard at Worthen Hall farm
Not a very good view admittedly.
Bend on the track near Worthen Curving enticingly.
Bend on the track near Worthen
Curving enticingly.
On the track between Worthen Hall farm and Workhouse Brook Lovely undulating country.
On the track between Worthen Hall farm and Workhouse Brook
Lovely undulating country.
Large mowed field north of Worthen Quiet and empty today.
Large mowed field north of Worthen
Quiet and empty today.
Large grassy field near Aston Piggott Very lush grass here.
Large grassy field near Aston Piggott
Very lush grass here.
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Little Worthen is located at Grid Ref: SJ3305 (Lat: 52.640194, Lng: -2.987234)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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