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Ladywood

Settlement in Warwickshire

England

Ladywood

Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5">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 mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield Credit: Robin Stott

Ladywood is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated approximately 2 miles southwest of the town of Henley-in-Arden, Ladywood is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting.

The village itself consists of a few houses, a church, and a village hall. The houses in Ladywood are predominantly traditional cottages, showcasing the area's rich architectural heritage. The church, dedicated to St. Mary, stands as a prominent landmark and dates back to the 12th century. Its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings are a testament to the village's historical significance.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling. The gentle rolling hills and expansive fields make Ladywood an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil retreat.

Despite its small size, Ladywood benefits from its proximity to Henley-in-Arden. This larger town offers a wider array of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and schools. Additionally, the nearby motorway network provides easy access to larger cities such as Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon.

Ladywood is known for its strong community spirit, with residents often organizing events and activities for everyone to enjoy. The village hall serves as a hub for social gatherings, offering a range of clubs and classes for all ages.

Overall, Ladywood offers a charming rural lifestyle, complemented by its stunning natural surroundings and close-knit community.

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Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5">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 mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly LinkExternal link The mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Little Bracebridge Pool, Sutton Park On a sunny New Year's Day 2022, some areas of Sutton Park were really crowded, but everywhere was wet or muddy.
Little Bracebridge Pool, Sutton Park
On a sunny New Year's Day 2022, some areas of Sutton Park were really crowded, but everywhere was wet or muddy.
New Year's Day, Sutton Park A sunny New Year's Day after wet weather brought the crowds to a muddy Sutton Park. This is Bracebridge Pool in the northern part of the park.
New Year's Day, Sutton Park
A sunny New Year's Day after wet weather brought the crowds to a muddy Sutton Park. This is Bracebridge Pool in the northern part of the park.
Two of the forty bridges, Sutton Park Along the slopes north of Bracebridge Pool numerous seasonal streams are crossed by boardwalks – forty of them, some say. The scene is typical of parts of the Park: scattered forest trees – oak, Scots Pine – sheltering a broken understorey of holly that in places forms woodland <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4630605">SP1095 : Holly Hurst, Sutton Park</a>.
Two of the forty bridges, Sutton Park
Along the slopes north of Bracebridge Pool numerous seasonal streams are crossed by boardwalks – forty of them, some say. The scene is typical of parts of the Park: scattered forest trees – oak, Scots Pine – sheltering a broken understorey of holly that in places forms woodland SP1095 : Holly Hurst, Sutton Park.
Potholed car park, Sutton Park A sunny New Year's Day after rain brought people out for a walk in the vastness of the park.
Potholed car park, Sutton Park
A sunny New Year's Day after rain brought people out for a walk in the vastness of the park.
Play Area, Sutton Park, Town Gate Rebuilt (not half as good as previous incarnation) play area near to Town Gate.
Play Area, Sutton Park, Town Gate
Rebuilt (not half as good as previous incarnation) play area near to Town Gate.
Wooden Statue and War Commemoration Plaque At intersection of roads near Town Gate, Sutton Park <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1569317">SP1196 : Plaque commemorating use by Troops 1914 -1920</a>
Wooden Statue and War Commemoration Plaque
At intersection of roads near Town Gate, Sutton Park SP1196 : Plaque commemorating use by Troops 1914 -1920
Scrum for food, Wyndley Pool Ducks and swans scramble for food regularly offered by visitors at Wyndley Pool on outskirts of Sutton Park. Parking alongside feeder road (emergencies only) to the park. Athletics club is off to the right.
Scrum for food, Wyndley Pool
Ducks and swans scramble for food regularly offered by visitors at Wyndley Pool on outskirts of Sutton Park. Parking alongside feeder road (emergencies only) to the park. Athletics club is off to the right.
Victoria Road, Sutton Coldfield Looking north-west towards Lower Parade and main shopping area. School on right, McDonald's and multi-storey car park on left. Tall office block ahead also. Straight ahead, next to Station pub is the lower entrance to Sutton Coldfield railway station
Victoria Road, Sutton Coldfield
Looking north-west towards Lower Parade and main shopping area. School on right, McDonald's and multi-storey car park on left. Tall office block ahead also. Straight ahead, next to Station pub is the lower entrance to Sutton Coldfield railway station
Heath Croft Road Looking SW down Heath Croft Road.
Heath Croft Road
Looking SW down Heath Croft Road.
Watch the birdie ! Low flying gulls picking off the bread offered by families out on Christmas Day afternoon, at Wyndley Pool. Certainly not camera shy !
Watch the birdie !
Low flying gulls picking off the bread offered by families out on Christmas Day afternoon, at Wyndley Pool. Certainly not camera shy !
Sluice gate, Wyndley Pool Overflow outlet and stream from pool at entrance to Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
Sluice gate, Wyndley Pool
Overflow outlet and stream from pool at entrance to Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
Overflow from Wyndley Pool A natural overflow allowing excess water to naturally exit to stream that runs through Sutton Park
Overflow from Wyndley Pool
A natural overflow allowing excess water to naturally exit to stream that runs through Sutton Park
Sutton Park, Town Gate View from near visitor centre of children's play area and town gate into Sutton Park, with town hall on hillside in trees beyond.
Sutton Park, Town Gate
View from near visitor centre of children's play area and town gate into Sutton Park, with town hall on hillside in trees beyond.
The Birds, Wyndley Pool Cars parked alongside Wyndley Pool, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield surrounded by birds excited by people feeding them bread.
The Birds, Wyndley Pool
Cars parked alongside Wyndley Pool, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield surrounded by birds excited by people feeding them bread.
New Skate Park, Wyndley Just built on side of Wyndley Swimming Pool and car park. Popular already.
New Skate Park, Wyndley
Just built on side of Wyndley Swimming Pool and car park. Popular already.
New Skate Park, Wyndley New skate park built on used land between car park and Wyndley Swimming Pool
New Skate Park, Wyndley
New skate park built on used land between car park and Wyndley Swimming Pool
Yes - I am a Geographer Hobbies day at Sutton Coldfield URC church, I demonstrated the fun, benefits, and use of our wonderful website and project, using slides from the site and its many uses. Very popular - maybe get new members or people using the site.
Yes - I am a Geographer
Hobbies day at Sutton Coldfield URC church, I demonstrated the fun, benefits, and use of our wonderful website and project, using slides from the site and its many uses. Very popular - maybe get new members or people using the site.
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Ladywood is located at Grid Ref: SP1097 (Lat: 52.576028, Lng: -1.8396743)

Unitary Authority: Birmingham

Police Authority: West Midlands

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