Above Church

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Above Church

The Old Red Lion in Ipstones
The Old Red Lion in Ipstones Credit: Jonathan Clitheroe

Above Church is a small village located in Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles southeast of the market town of Stoke-on-Trent, the village is nestled in the scenic countryside of the Staffordshire Moorlands district. It is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, with rolling hills, open fields, and wooded areas.

The village itself is characterized by its quaint and charming atmosphere, with traditional stone-built houses and a historic church at its center. St. Peter's Church, dating back to the 13th century, is a prominent feature in Above Church, serving as a focal point for the community. The church's architecture reflects a mix of medieval and Gothic styles, with its prominent spire visible from afar.

Despite its small size, Above Church has a close-knit community that takes pride in its heritage and natural surroundings. The village offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, ideal for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy leisurely walks through the beautiful countryside, exploring the nearby woodland areas, or simply taking in the stunning views of the Staffordshire Moorlands.

While Above Church may not have many amenities within its boundaries, the nearby town of Stoke-on-Trent provides access to a wider range of services, including shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, the village benefits from good transport links, with major road networks connecting it to surrounding areas, making it an attractive location for commuters. Overall, Above Church offers a serene and idyllic setting for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the Staffordshire countryside.

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Above Church Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.050894/-1.9769706 or Grid Reference SK0150. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Old Red Lion in Ipstones
The Old Red Lion in Ipstones
The Sea Lion Public House, Ipstones Well-appointed pub tucked away in a quiet corner of the village.
The Sea Lion Public House, Ipstones
Well-appointed pub tucked away in a quiet corner of the village.
Ladyedge Nicely converted farmhouse on no-through road.
Ladyedge
Nicely converted farmhouse on no-through road.
Footpath to Summer Hill Little-used footpath cutting a corner on the no-through road to Ladyedge and Brown Edge Farm.
Footpath to Summer Hill
Little-used footpath cutting a corner on the no-through road to Ladyedge and Brown Edge Farm.
Sharpcliffe Lodge At the entrance to the track to Sharpcliffe Hall.
Sharpcliffe Lodge
At the entrance to the track to Sharpcliffe Hall.
Road to Ladyedge From outside Sharpcliffe Lodge on the sharp right-hand bend.
Road to Ladyedge
From outside Sharpcliffe Lodge on the sharp right-hand bend.
Rock outcrop near Sharpcliffe Lodge This unnamed wood contains a number of large outcropping rocks.
Rock outcrop near Sharpcliffe Lodge
This unnamed wood contains a number of large outcropping rocks.
White Chimneys From the B5053; the well marked on the map is just visible as a sedgy patch in the field to the left of this picture. A few rocks outcrop on the bank to the right.
White Chimneys
From the B5053; the well marked on the map is just visible as a sedgy patch in the field to the left of this picture. A few rocks outcrop on the bank to the right.
View to New House Farm Undulating farmland between New House Farm and Ipstones.
View to New House Farm
Undulating farmland between New House Farm and Ipstones.
Redundant gate Nice to see money being spent on rights-of-way but this nearly-new gate struck me as rather a waste of money...
Redundant gate
Nice to see money being spent on rights-of-way but this nearly-new gate struck me as rather a waste of money...
New House Farm Home to a farm supplies business (selling gates, fencing, drainage pipes etc.) as well as a working farm.
New House Farm
Home to a farm supplies business (selling gates, fencing, drainage pipes etc.) as well as a working farm.
Stocks Green and Ipstones church Pretty village corner. The bird on the wire was a Starling (who'd just finished doing what comes naturally with her mate).
Stocks Green and Ipstones church
Pretty village corner. The bird on the wire was a Starling (who'd just finished doing what comes naturally with her mate).
St. Leonard's, Ipstones From the road to the northwest. St. Leonard's Church was rebuilt in 1790.
St. Leonard's, Ipstones
From the road to the northwest. St. Leonard's Church was rebuilt in 1790.
Footpath near Coltstone With the imaginatively named "The Clough" to the left.
Footpath near Coltstone
With the imaginatively named "The Clough" to the left.
Wood Anemones and Marsh Marigolds Growing in damp ground where the footpath from Coltstone crosses The Clough.
Wood Anemones and Marsh Marigolds
Growing in damp ground where the footpath from Coltstone crosses The Clough.
Whitehough Both the 17th-century farmhouse and the 18th-century gazebo in the foreground are Grade II* listed.
Whitehough
Both the 17th-century farmhouse and the 18th-century gazebo in the foreground are Grade II* listed.
Footpath to Whitehough Whitehough is a Grade II* listed 17th-century farmhouse.
Footpath to Whitehough
Whitehough is a Grade II* listed 17th-century farmhouse.
Whitehough Grade II* listed 17th-century farmhouse with 18th-century additions.
Whitehough
Grade II* listed 17th-century farmhouse with 18th-century additions.
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Above Church is located at Grid Ref: SK0150 (Lat: 53.050894, Lng: -1.9769706)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Waste Basket
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