Little Plealey

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Little Plealey

Pontesbury takeaways Chinese or Indian... ? — Pontesbury takeaways Credit: Bill Harrison

Little Plealey is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated near the larger towns of Shrewsbury and Telford, Little Plealey is a rural community surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is known for its charming cottages, rolling hills, and peaceful atmosphere.

Little Plealey is home to a tight-knit community of residents who take pride in their village and work together to maintain its beauty and character. The village has a small primary school, a village hall, and a church, providing essential services and a focal point for community events.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Long Mynd and Stiperstones National Nature Reserve provide stunning landscapes for residents and visitors to explore.

Overall, Little Plealey is a tranquil and idyllic village, perfect for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle in the heart of the Shropshire countryside.

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Little Plealey Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.654169/-2.8666957 or Grid Reference SJ4106. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pontesbury takeaways

Chinese or Indian... ?

Bill Harrison

Pontesbury war memorial

Bill Harrison

Village road junction

The A488 bifurcates into a one-way system here and merges back into one the other side of the church. There are plenty of no entry signs and road markings to keep traffic on the right road.

Bill Harrison

Pontesbury railway station (site), Shropshire

Opened in 1861 by the London & North Western Railway on the short branch line from Hanwood to Minsterley, this station closed to passengers in 1951 and completely in 1967. View north east towards Plealey Road and Shrewsbury. The single railway line crossed left to right in front of the house, now a private residence, and across the road by a level crossing. The single platform was in front of the house, hidden from view. The former goods shed was still extant when this image was taken, and can just be seen behind the trees.

Nigel Thompson

St George's church at Pontesbury

The building and tower as seen now date primarily from the mid 19th century, when a major rebuild took place - the late 13th century chancel survives, but much of the original building was taken down and the stonework re-used in places. There are copies of medieval arches and assorted features of historical interest internally, including a 12th century font, a display of original floor tiles and a couple of 17th century parish chests, along with memorials to various local former residents. The whole structure was Grade II* listed Link

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in 1958

Richard Law

Pontesbury cycle track

An outdoor cycle track on the old railway line

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Playground in Pontesbury

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Public footpath gate in Pontesbury

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Footpath footbridge in Pontesbury

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Footpaths near Lingcroft Pool west of Longden

Here two routes divide, which one to follow? I’m off right, up and over a hill towards the village of Plealey.

Andrew Shannon

On Plealey Hill, west of Longden

This is a small hill, only 178 metres high, but there is a tremendous 360 degree view from the top. Many of the Shropshire hills are visible - Wrekin, Haughmond, Hawkestone, Nesscliffe, Earl’s Hill, Long Mountain - and this view is of a brooding Caradoc Hill in the distance.

Andrew Shannon

Plealey village from Plealey Hill

Small hill but great view - the village is spread out below, with the Breidden Hills just showing on the left of the frame.

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Former chapel in Plealey

A full conversion of this chapel to a home has been completed, leaving the shell of the building but little more. The building is still marked on Ordnance Survey maps with a cross, so it may have been worshipped in relatively recently?

Andrew Shannon

Old ironwork on roadside in Plealey village

The object reads T Kennedy patentee Kilmarnock. Apparently the firm supplied water supply meters and pumps in the second half of the 19th century. It presumably serves no purpose now other than historical, although someone has maintained it by securing it with a modern steel screw. Great historical artefact from the Industrial Revolution era.

Andrew Shannon

Footpath crossroads near Plealey village

An old oak tree marks the parting of the footpaths here, presumably part of an old hedgeline long ago scrubbed up. The path at this point is heading straight towards Earl’s Hill at Pontesbury.

Andrew Shannon

Footpath in Oaks Wood woodland near Pontesbury

The yellow marker shows the way through this delightfully wild woodland. Pontesford Brook lies down a steep slope on the right of the photo.

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Smallholding on the edge of Oaks Wood, Pontesbury

The footpath takes one through the grounds of this sprawling smallholding. All sorts going on here, and some recent fencing-in of the footpath - which gives a safe and easy path through what could be a busy area, with horses and stables around. The owner today was busy clearing scrubland and felling small trees - perhaps he has newly taken over the property? The smell of woodsmoke in the air was a very rural addition to the senses.

Andrew Shannon

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Little Plealey is located at Grid Ref: SJ4106 (Lat: 52.654169, Lng: -2.8666957)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Merica