Beechwood

Settlement in Cheshire

England

Beechwood

The River Weaver and the Weaver Navigation The Navigation has used the Weston Canal [foreground] since 1810, as it provided better access to the Mersey. The river [behind the bank] was the tidal route to the Mersey before then, but is no longer navigable because Frodsham Lock is disused.
The River Weaver and the Weaver Navigation Credit: Christine Johnstone

Beechwood is a small suburban area located in the county of Cheshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles east of the town of Runcorn and 15 miles south of the city of Liverpool. The area is part of the larger town of Halton and falls within the Borough of Halton.

Beechwood is primarily a residential area, consisting of a mix of housing types including detached and semi-detached houses, as well as some apartment buildings. The neighborhood is known for its tree-lined streets and well-maintained gardens, creating a pleasant and picturesque environment for its residents.

The area benefits from its close proximity to essential amenities, with several small shops, convenience stores, and supermarkets located nearby. For more extensive shopping options, residents can easily access the retail parks and shopping centers located in Runcorn.

Beechwood is well-connected to neighboring areas by a network of roads, including the A533 road which runs through the area, providing convenient access to surrounding towns and cities. The area is also served by several bus routes, offering reliable public transportation links.

Residents of Beechwood enjoy access to a range of recreational facilities, including parks and green spaces for outdoor activities. There are also several schools in the vicinity, catering to the educational needs of the local community.

Overall, Beechwood offers a tranquil and family-friendly living environment with good access to amenities, making it an attractive place to reside in Cheshire.

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Beechwood Images

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The River Weaver and the Weaver Navigation The Navigation has used the Weston Canal [foreground] since 1810, as it provided better access to the Mersey. The river [behind the bank] was the tidal route to the Mersey before then, but is no longer navigable because Frodsham Lock is disused.
The River Weaver and the Weaver Navigation
The Navigation has used the Weston Canal [foreground] since 1810, as it provided better access to the Mersey. The river [behind the bank] was the tidal route to the Mersey before then, but is no longer navigable because Frodsham Lock is disused.
Bridge over the River Weaver By its shape and location, it probably carried a conveyor belt, and the conveyor belt probably carried material to infill the lagoons north of Frodsham.
Bridge over the River Weaver
By its shape and location, it probably carried a conveyor belt, and the conveyor belt probably carried material to infill the lagoons north of Frodsham.
Sutton swingbridge, from the north-west Carrying the A56 over the Weaver Navigation. Open to let the Daniel Adamson steam tug through.
Sutton swingbridge, from the north-west
Carrying the A56 over the Weaver Navigation. Open to let the Daniel Adamson steam tug through.
Railway bridge over M56
Railway bridge over M56
A56 crossing M56 at Sutton Weaver
A56 crossing M56 at Sutton Weaver
Bridges crossing M56
Bridges crossing M56
Flooded land, north bank of the Weaver Navigation Near the former site of the Sutton Flood Locks.
Flooded land, north bank of the Weaver Navigation
Near the former site of the Sutton Flood Locks.
Farmland between Frodsham Cut and the Weston Canal The Frodhsam Cut [marked by an embankment] is the original line of the Weaver Navigation. It was replaced by the Weston Canal in 1827, which created a new main line to Weston Point.
Farmland between Frodsham Cut and the Weston Canal
The Frodhsam Cut [marked by an embankment] is the original line of the Weaver Navigation. It was replaced by the Weston Canal in 1827, which created a new main line to Weston Point.
Swinging bridge! Sutton weaver swing bridge across the Weaver Navigation is swinging back into the closed position following the passage of the steam tug Daniel Adamson.
Swinging bridge!
Sutton weaver swing bridge across the Weaver Navigation is swinging back into the closed position following the passage of the steam tug Daniel Adamson.
Bridge across the River Weaver The River Weaver is a 71 mile long river in Cheshire. It flows in an anti-clockwise course. It is partially navigable.
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Bridge across the River Weaver
The River Weaver is a 71 mile long river in Cheshire. It flows in an anti-clockwise course. It is partially navigable. LinkExternal link
Sutton Swing Bridge The A56 runs 81 miles from Chester to Broughton in North Yorkshire, via, Manchester, Bury and Burnley.
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Sutton Swing Bridge
The A56 runs 81 miles from Chester to Broughton in North Yorkshire, via, Manchester, Bury and Burnley. LinkExternal link
A557 between Runcorn and Frodsham
A557 between Runcorn and Frodsham
A56 near Frodsham
A56 near Frodsham
Benchmark on railway bridge, Beechwood For more info see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm183989" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm183989">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>
Benchmark on railway bridge, Beechwood
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Railway Bridge, Beechwood
Railway Bridge, Beechwood
Clifton Lane sign, Beechwood
Clifton Lane sign, Beechwood
PO Cross Connection Cabinet on Clifton Road, Beechwood <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ringbell.co.uk/nostalgia/AAR.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ringbell.co.uk/nostalgia/AAR.htm">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>
PO Cross Connection Cabinet on Clifton Road, Beechwood
Bend in Beechwood Avenue
Bend in Beechwood Avenue
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Beechwood is located at Grid Ref: SJ5380 (Lat: 53.315033, Lng: -2.700482)

Unitary Authority: Halton

Police Authority: Cheshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.315033,-2.700482
Motorway Junction
Clifton Roundabout
Ref: 12
Lat/Long: 53.312882/-2.6966768
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.3124485/-2.7048459
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.3129683/-2.7059898
Motorway Junction
Beechwood Junction
Lat/Long: 53.3179643/-2.69509
Crossing
Crossing Island: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3130814/-2.7026295
Motorway Junction
Hallwood Link Road Roundabout
Alt Name: Hallwood Link Interchange
Lat/Long: 53.317834/-2.6952161
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3174307/-2.7035284
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.3175624/-2.7030082
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.316456/-2.7052194
Crossing
Crossing Island: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3162052/-2.697885
Power: tower
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Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.3136408/-2.7015511
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.3155046/-2.6964662
Beechwood
Place: suburb
Source: npemap.org.uk, landsat
Wikidata: Q4879674
Lat/Long: 53.3155418/-2.703082
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.3127112/-2.7029878
Leisure: playground
Lat/Long: 53.3151869/-2.7041952
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.315815/-2.7056549
Bus Stop
Cherry Blossom Road
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.3158452/-2.6953191
Bus Stop
Hillview School
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 068000000716
Naptan NaptanCode: halagdpg
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3156942/-2.6998167
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3136132/-2.7069894
Post Box
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: WA7 54
Royal Cypher: GR
Lat/Long: 53.3157839/-2.6995974
Phone
Emergency: phone
Ref: 8425A
Lat/Long: 53.3128616/-2.6946598
Phone
Emergency: phone
Ref: 8430 A
Lat/Long: 53.3116022/-2.7031262
Parking
Lat/Long: 53.3151462/-2.7000246
Phone
Emergency: phone
Ref: 8430 B
Lat/Long: 53.3120717/-2.7025211
Phone
Emergency: phone
Ref: 8425B
Lat/Long: 53.3131432/-2.6945222
Addr City: Runcorn
Addr Suburb: Beechwood
Lat/Long: 53.3141681/-2.6957468
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3123555/-2.7065263
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3133985/-2.7073772
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3136692/-2.7072983
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3136979/-2.7069278
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3130392/-2.7062702
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3129457/-2.706163
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3128722/-2.7061283
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3127344/-2.7067548
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3128095/-2.7069205
Post Box
Ref: WA7 90
Lat/Long: 53.3170397/-2.7035409
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
Lat/Long: 53.3138574/-2.7076352
Bus Stop
Cherry Blossom Road
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.3161393/-2.6959621
Bus Stop
Hillview School
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 068000000715
Naptan NaptanCode: halagdpd
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3155372/-2.6997642
Bus Stop
Martindale
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3138782/-2.7055445
Bus Stop
Martindale
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3136426/-2.7048451
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.313719/-2.7051439
Bus Stop
The Beechwood
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.3180969/-2.7056256
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 53.3176658/-2.7029639
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