Leomansley

Settlement in Staffordshire Lichfield

England

Leomansley

Old Milestone, A461 Modern placement is on the SE side of the road on the grass verge. Installed between 1947 and 1956 according to maps.

Inscription: Lichfield / Parish // Walsall 8 // Lichfield 1½

Milestone Society ID: ST_WLLF08 — Old Milestone, A461 Credit: Ivan Clare

Leomansley is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the city of Lichfield, it is known for its picturesque surroundings and historical significance. The village is nestled within a rural landscape, surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, offering a tranquil and idyllic atmosphere.

Leomansley boasts a rich historical heritage, with evidence of human activity dating back to Roman times. The village is home to several ancient landmarks, including St. Leonard's Church, a Grade II listed building with origins dating back to the 12th century. The church's architecture showcases both Norman and Gothic influences, making it a notable attraction for history enthusiasts and architecture lovers.

The village itself is characterized by its charming cottages and traditional English countryside aesthetics. Leomansley is known for its tight-knit community, with friendly locals who take pride in their village and its heritage. The community organizes various events and gatherings throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness and community spirit.

Leomansley benefits from its proximity to the city of Lichfield, where residents can access a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and schools. The village also offers convenient transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to the wider region.

Overall, Leomansley is a peaceful and historic village that offers both natural beauty and a strong sense of community. It provides an ideal retreat for those seeking a rural lifestyle while remaining within reach of urban conveniences.

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Leomansley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.678838/-1.8424788 or Grid Reference SK1009. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone, A461

Modern placement is on the SE side of the road on the grass verge. Installed between 1947 and 1956 according to maps. Inscription: Lichfield / Parish // Walsall 8 // Lichfield 1½ Milestone Society ID: ST_WLLF08

Ivan Clare

Lichfield direction on the former railway line

The opposite view to that taken from the trackbed in SK0907 : Old Bridge

Richard Law

Track towards Peolsford House

Part of a bridleway/footpath route from Pipehill to Pipe Hall - the route changes designation at an administrative boundary between the two.

Richard Law

Significant work to be done

Some rebuilding work underway on a cottage beside the A461 at Pipe Marsh

Richard Law

Old Bridge

Bridge carrying Wall Lane over the long disused Lichfield to Walsall railway. The rails are pretty clear in the other direction to Lichfield but past the bridge mother nature has been busy. Link

Steve Carter

Old Canal

Looking down the route of the long abandoned Lichfield canal which once ran from just outside Brownhills to Huddlesford. Link

Steve Carter

Abnalls Lane

The Heart of England Way uses this lane but it is not ideal. The lane is narrow with no provision for pedestrians. A break in the hedgerows would be nice too. To add to the users, it is also part of cycle route 54.

Bill Boaden

Green field near The Abnalls

Bill Boaden

The Heart of England Way near Pipe Hall

The path crosses the field but in its current ploughed and planted state, it is not very easy. Ar present it seems that people are following the field edge to the left.

Bill Boaden

Field edge near Pipe Hall

Looking north from Abnalls Lane.

Bill Boaden

Western edge of Sloppy Wood

Giant Hornbeam trees at the edge of Sloppy Wood, Leomansley

John Sawbridge

East Entrance to Pipe Hall

Mick Malpass

A Field Of Wheat, Walsall Rd, Pipehill

There is a load of lime ready to be put on the ground, when the wheat has been harvested.

Mick Malpass

Field of Sweetcorn, Walsall Road

St Mary's Church spire in the market place Lichfield, can be seen to the left of the old barn.

Mick Malpass

Disused Road from Burntwood to Pipehill Crossroads

Adrian Rothery's photo "Pipehill Crossroads" shows this road before it was bypassed. The road has been diverted towards Lichfield to a new roundabout on the Walsall road.

Mick Malpass

Disused Lichfield to Brownhills Rail Line

It is hard to believe how much this line has been covered by trees in the 2 years since Adrian Rothery Took "Railway line, Wall Lane". The track has almost disappeared.

Mick Malpass

Fossway Crossing, Lichfield.

A rather surprising survivor is the little signal box at Fossway Crossing just outside Lichfield. The box is situated on the former South Staffordshire line from Wichnor Junction (M.R. spelling) to Walsall and was brought into use in 1875 containing a 10 lever LNWR tumbler frame. After an uneventful existence closure came 98 years later on 16th December 1973 when the crossing was automated with AHB's supervised by Lichfield City No1. The box remained however as the crossing attendant's accommodation for times when the barriers were on 'local control'. Eleven years later on 19th March 1984 the through route closed but the double line remained from Lichfield to Anglesea Sidings at Brownhills for deliveries of heating oil to Charringtons depot. Bizarrely the double line was worked as a one-train single line with a train staff, trains going as before on the up and returning on the down merely because of the automatic crossing here. This situation remained until the cross-city line was electrified and with the closure of Lichfield City box on 10th October 1992 control of the signalling passed to Aston and - the opportunity was taken to single the branch line and renew the half barriers here. The final delivery of heating oil took place in 2001 and the branch was mothballed, there are still long term plans to reinstate the through route to Walsall so trains may once again pass this way... In the meantime someone should surely look at preserving this diminutive little LNWR type 3 for posterity.

Nick Allsop