Beaconside

Settlement in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Beaconside

Gate Guardian At RAF Stafford
Gate Guardian Credit: Andy and Hilary

Beaconside is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 2 miles east of the town of Stafford, it is a predominantly residential area with a population of around 1,500 people.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings and idyllic countryside views. It is surrounded by lush green fields and is nestled between the River Penk and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, offering residents and visitors plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing.

Beaconside is well-connected, with easy access to the nearby A34 road, providing convenient links to the wider region. The village also benefits from a regular bus service to Stafford, making it easily accessible for those without private transportation.

Despite its small size, Beaconside has a strong sense of community, with a range of amenities and facilities. The village is home to a primary school, providing education for local children, and there are several parks and playgrounds for families to enjoy. Additionally, there are a few local shops and businesses, including a post office and a convenience store, catering to the daily needs of residents.

For those seeking more extensive amenities, the town of Stafford is just a short distance away. Here, one can find a wide range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, as well as excellent transport links to other major cities, including Birmingham and Manchester.

Overall, Beaconside offers a peaceful and scenic setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Beaconside Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.815364/-2.0971265 or Grid Reference SJ9324. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gate Guardian At RAF Stafford
Gate Guardian
At RAF Stafford
Town centre, Stafford Built in 1596 using local oak by John Dorrington the building in the left foreground is said to be the largest timber framed town house in England.
Town centre, Stafford
Built in 1596 using local oak by John Dorrington the building in the left foreground is said to be the largest timber framed town house in England.
Katherine House Hospice Hospice in Stafford, preparing for charity bike ride.
Katherine House Hospice
Hospice in Stafford, preparing for charity bike ride.
The Hop Pole Sandon Road, Stafford
The Hop Pole
Sandon Road, Stafford
St. Paul's Church, Forebridge, Stafford This church is sited on the busy A34.
St. Paul's Church, Forebridge, Stafford
This church is sited on the busy A34.
Compton Close, near Stafford This development is one of many being used to fill in small unused spaces. It is not far from the large electrical works which used to be GEC.
Compton Close, near Stafford
This development is one of many being used to fill in small unused spaces. It is not far from the large electrical works which used to be GEC.
New industrial units, Beaconside The green fields of Stafford are slowly disappearing, not that this was good land though.
New industrial units, Beaconside
The green fields of Stafford are slowly disappearing, not that this was good land though.
Retail Park This is on the site of the old Stafford hospital
Retail Park
This is on the site of the old Stafford hospital
Bridge over the River Penk , Baswich Road I believe this is one of Telford's bridges
Bridge over the River Penk , Baswich Road
I believe this is one of Telford's bridges
Holy Trinity, Baswich <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.achurchnearyou.com/berkswich-holy-trinity/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.achurchnearyou.com/berkswich-holy-trinity/">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>
Holy Trinity, Baswich
Looking across the fields to the Houses At the edge of Stafford
Looking across the fields to the Houses
At the edge of Stafford
Fields at St Thomas Looking towards the bridge over the Penk. In the Spring, on a wet day.
Fields at St Thomas
Looking towards the bridge over the Penk. In the Spring, on a wet day.
Hopton Church Dedicated to St. Peter
Hopton Church
Dedicated to St. Peter
Chetwynd Centre, Stafford In its first incarnation, it was the King Edward VI Grammar School, Stafford
Chetwynd Centre, Stafford
In its first incarnation, it was the King Edward VI Grammar School, Stafford
River Sow, Stafford The river Sow is a tributary of the river Trant.
River Sow, Stafford
The river Sow is a tributary of the river Trant.
Stafford fire station Stafford fire station, Beaconside, Stafford, Staffordshire.
Stafford fire station
Stafford fire station, Beaconside, Stafford, Staffordshire.
Stafford Crematorium Stafford Crematorium
Stafford Crematorium
Stafford Crematorium
Disappearing railway The railway line from Stafford to Uttoxeter used to cross this field on an embankment and then bridge the road the photographer is standing on. Now all that remains is the grassy mound in the background.
Disappearing railway
The railway line from Stafford to Uttoxeter used to cross this field on an embankment and then bridge the road the photographer is standing on. Now all that remains is the grassy mound in the background.
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Beaconside is located at Grid Ref: SJ9324 (Lat: 52.815364, Lng: -2.0971265)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Mini Roundabout
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Salisbury Rd
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