Little Acton

Settlement in Denbighshire

Wales

Little Acton

Railway crossing the A483 near Wrexham Credit: Roy Hughes

Little Acton is a small village located in Denbighshire, Wales. Situated just 2 miles to the north of Wrexham town center, it is well-connected and easily accessible. The village is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

Little Acton offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. The village has a close-knit community, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. The local architecture predominantly consists of traditional stone cottages, giving the area a charming and rustic feel.

The village benefits from its proximity to Wrexham, providing residents with convenient access to a range of amenities and services. Wrexham boasts a variety of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring that residents have everything they need within easy reach.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Little Acton is ideally situated. The countryside surrounding the village provides numerous opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploration. The nearby Acton Park offers a beautiful green space with a lake, woodland, and various recreational facilities.

Education is well catered for in Little Acton, with several primary and secondary schools located in the surrounding area. The village is served by a reliable public transportation system, connecting residents to nearby towns and cities.

In conclusion, Little Acton offers a charming rural lifestyle while benefiting from its close proximity to larger urban centers. With its picturesque surroundings and a strong sense of community, it is an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful and friendly village environment.

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Little Acton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.065042/-2.9833716 or Grid Reference SJ3452. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway crossing the A483 near Wrexham

Roy Hughes

Triangular signs at the northern end of Platform 4, Wrexham General station

Showing SIGNAL AHEAD CN 945 and CHECK AWS in September 2016.

Jaggery

Railway lines north of Wrexham General station

Viewed from the fence here. Link

Jaggery

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the post at the end of a wall which is part of the Acton Park Entrance on Chester Road. It marks a point 100.313m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall south side of Prices Lane. It marks a point 84.597m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the garage at the rear of No29 Chester Road. It marks a point 84.981m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on No36 The Beeches. It marks a point 82.208m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on No19 Park Avenue. It marks a point 82.543m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This very worn OS cut mark can be found on the west side of Chester Road. It marks a point 85.106m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Rivet

This OS rivet can be found on the wallof No7 Grove Road. It marks a point 85.335m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall of No13 Grove Road. It marks a point 85.167m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This very worn OS cut mark can be found at the junction of Grove Road & Chester Road.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall post west side of Chester Road. It marks a point 85.250m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall west side of Chester Road. It marks a point 84.725m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This very worn OS cut mark can be found on the wall NW side of Grosvenor Road. It marks a point 87.084m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the NE face of the Presbyterian Church on Rhos Ddu Road. It marks a point 86.585m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Gresford memorial

A truly moving memorial to the 266 men killed by underground explosions in Gresford colliery in 1934. So dangerous was the situation, the pit had to be capped, and only eleven bodies were brought out. The rest were entombed where they died.

Mike Parker