Longnor

Settlement in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Longnor

Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate Looking back at the upper gate of Wheaton Aston Lock on the Shropshire Union Canal. There are only six* locks between the southern terminus of the &#039;Shroppie&#039; at Autherley Junction and beyond Market Drayton, this is the first of them when travelling northwards. The upper gates on this canal are a single flat wooden barrier while the downstream ones are two gates forming a V pointing into the lock - this is very common though on broad beam canals such as the Grand Union both sets are of the V type.
* There is also a Stop Lock at Autherley Junction itself. — Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate Credit: Rob Farrow

Longnor is a small village located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles north of the market town of Leek, it lies within the picturesque Peak District National Park. With a population of around 500 residents, Longnor is a close-knit community that offers a tranquil and idyllic countryside setting.

The village is known for its charming and traditional architecture, with several well-preserved stone cottages and historic buildings lining its streets. Longnor is also home to St. Bartholomew's Church, a Grade II listed building dating back to the 13th century, which adds to the village's historical appeal.

Longnor boasts a range of amenities, including a local shop, post office, and a primary school, providing essential services for the inhabitants. The village also offers a variety of recreational opportunities, with beautiful walking trails and scenic countryside surrounding the area. The nearby Peak District National Park offers further opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

The village hosts a weekly market every Thursday, where locals and visitors can purchase fresh produce and locally made crafts. Longnor also holds an annual Well Dressing festival, a traditional practice where wells are decorated with intricate floral displays, attracting tourists from near and far.

Overall, Longnor presents itself as a charming and peaceful village, ideal for those seeking a rural retreat and a taste of traditional English countryside life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.724533/-2.200597 or Grid Reference SJ8614. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate

Looking back at the upper gate of Wheaton Aston Lock on the Shropshire Union Canal. There are only six* locks between the southern terminus of the 'Shroppie' at Autherley Junction and beyond Market Drayton, this is the first of them when travelling northwards. The upper gates on this canal are a single flat wooden barrier while the downstream ones are two gates forming a V pointing into the lock - this is very common though on broad beam canals such as the Grand Union both sets are of the V type. * There is also a Stop Lock at Autherley Junction itself.

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Bridge (No.18)

This bridge (No.18, Wheaton Aston Bridge) is just SE of the lock at Wheaton Aston (see SJ8512 : Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate) The bridge is EH Grade II listed: Link

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - Shushions Bridge (No.21)

Shushions Bridge (No.21) on the Shropshire Union Canal is a little way north of Wheaton Aston. Going north it is the first bridge encountered for about a mile (since Dirty Lane Bridge (No.20) at the north end of Wheaton Aston), but SJ8414 : Shropshire Union Canal - Ryehill Bridge (No.22) follows very soon after. This view is looking back southwards from the back of the boat. The bridge is EH Grade II listed: Link

Rob Farrow

Wheaton Aston bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1039256. Accommodation bridge over canal, circa 1832. Limewashed brickwork with stone coping and string course. Single elliptical arch on slightly concave sided plan with cambered carriageway and parapet, half round coping with piers at ends and cast iron hawser spurs at springings on towpath side. The Shropshire Union Canal was engineered by Thomas Telford, and completed in 1835.

Andrew Abbott

View from Wheaton Aston lock

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Boats moored at Wheaton Aston

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Tavern Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1374084. Accommodation bridge over canal, circa 1832. Limewashed brickwork with stone coping and string course. Single vaulted elliptical arch with level carriageway and parapet, half round coping with piers at ends; cast iron hawser spurs at springings on towpath side.

Andrew Abbott

Shropshire Union Canal

North of Wheaton Aston.

Andrew Abbott

Sushions Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1243056. Accommodation bridge. c1830-33. Telford design. Partly washed brick, with stone band copings. Single elliptical arch. Slightly cambered, solid parapet and piers. Oval iron number- plate on south side. 2 iron rope fenders. Adjoining to north a single wooden stop gate, in a brick recess with stone coping.

Andrew Abbott

Narrowboat 'Willow' having just passed beneath bridge 21

Shushions Bridge (No.21) along the main line of the Shropshire Union Canal with 'Willow' on her way north.

Trevor Littlewood

Shropshire Union Canal near Wheaton Aston in Staffordshire

Looking north-west towards Gnosall and Market Drayton from Wheaton Aston Lock.

Roger Kidd

Private moorings near Wheaton Aston in Staffordshire

The moorings by Bridge Farm are extending into the winding hole here.

Roger Kidd

Alfred near Wheaton Aston in Staffordshire

A convenient private mooring spot on the Shropshire Union Canal by the Hartley Arms.

Roger Kidd

Dirty Lane Bridge near Wheaton Aston in Staffordshire

Dirty Lane Bridge is No 20 across the Shropshire Union Canal. It used to carry an unsurfaced lane, Downford Lane to the right, and presumably Dirty Lane to the left. It now still gives access from the canal, but since land to the left was covered in housing, Long Street is preferred to Dirty Lane.

Roger Kidd

Pasture north of Wheaton Aston in Staffordshire

Looking north-east towards Barleybrook Farm from the Shropshire Union Canal.

Roger Kidd

Barleybrook Farm north-east of Marston in Staffordshire

Looking north-east towards Barleybrook Farm from the Shropshire Union Canal. The farmhouse is off to the left. The farmhouse and farm buildings are recently built (late 20th century)?

Roger Kidd