Rockcliffe

Settlement in Flintshire

Wales

Rockcliffe

Shotton Power Station
Shotton Power Station Credit: N Chadwick

Rockcliffe is a small village located in Flintshire, a historic county in northeast Wales. Situated on the eastern bank of the River Dee, it is a picturesque rural community that offers a tranquil and scenic environment.

The village is characterized by its charming stone-built houses, which are surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills. Rockcliffe is known for its close-knit community, where residents enjoy a peaceful and friendly atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with a small number of local amenities, including a village hall and a primary school, catering to the needs of the residents.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Rockcliffe for its natural beauty and proximity to the River Dee. The river offers opportunities for fishing and boating, attracting anglers and water sports enthusiasts. The surrounding countryside provides ample space for walking, hiking, and cycling, with numerous trails and paths to explore.

Rockcliffe is conveniently located near major transportation routes, with easy access to the nearby town of Mold and the city of Chester, just across the border in England. This allows residents to access a wider range of amenities, including shopping centers, recreational facilities, and employment opportunities.

Overall, Rockcliffe is a charming village in Flintshire that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. Its natural beauty, close-knit community, and convenient location make it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Rockcliffe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.233118/-3.0924979 or Grid Reference SJ2771. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shotton Power Station
Shotton Power Station
The Flintshire Bridge from near Burton Point Looking across the flooded Burton Marsh towards the Flintshire Bridge from near Burton Point. Just after one of the highest tides of the year the usually constrained River Dee has once again flooded the marsh bringing with it plenty of bird activity.
The Flintshire Bridge from near Burton Point
Looking across the flooded Burton Marsh towards the Flintshire Bridge from near Burton Point. Just after one of the highest tides of the year the usually constrained River Dee has once again flooded the marsh bringing with it plenty of bird activity.
River Dee, pylons and Flintshire Bridge
River Dee, pylons and Flintshire Bridge
Pylon and cables over housing estate, Connah's Quay
Pylon and cables over housing estate, Connah's Quay
Mixed colours in the paving outside Connah's Quay High School
Mixed colours in the paving outside Connah's Quay High School
Connah's Quay High School and Sports Centre
Connah's Quay High School and Sports Centre
Wires in all directions from a pole by York Road, Connah's Quay
Wires in all directions from a pole by York Road, Connah's Quay
Chester Road (A458) on edge of Flint
Chester Road (A458) on edge of Flint
Former chapel by Chester Road, Oakenholt
Former chapel by Chester Road, Oakenholt
Derelict church, Chester Road, Flint Formerly St David's church
Derelict church, Chester Road, Flint
Formerly St David's church
New housing development, Chester Road, Flint
New housing development, Chester Road, Flint
Industrial building at Oakenholt Mixed businesses on the former mill site; painted green to reduce visual impact
Industrial building at Oakenholt
Mixed businesses on the former mill site; painted green to reduce visual impact
Brick wall of former paper mill, Oakenholt The name was built into the brickwork (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542093">SJ2671 : Brickwork on wall of former paper mill</a>)
Brick wall of former paper mill, Oakenholt
The name was built into the brickwork (SJ2671 : Brickwork on wall of former paper mill)
Brickwork on wall of former paper mill The building is at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542091">SJ2671 : Brick wall of former paper mill, Oakenholt</a>
Brickwork on wall of former paper mill
Victorian offices with dated brickwork Dated 1871 (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542097">SJ2671 : Date set into wall of Victorian office building</a>)
Victorian offices with dated brickwork
Date set into wall of Victorian office building The building is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7542095">SJ2671 : Victorian offices with dated brickwork</a>
Date set into wall of Victorian office building
Signpost for recycling centre by Chester Road, Oakenholt
Signpost for recycling centre by Chester Road, Oakenholt
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Rockcliffe is located at Grid Ref: SJ2771 (Lat: 53.233118, Lng: -3.0924979)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.233118,-3.0924979
Motorway Junction
Lat/Long: 53.2319837/-3.0912563
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.2302454/-3.086807
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2304334/-3.0885137
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2296782/-3.0913939
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2331046/-3.0891826
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2350069/-3.0933253
Rockcliffe
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 53.232678/-3.0917729
Bus Stop
Kelsterton, A548 / Rockliffe Lane
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 5120AWF80735
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Rockliffe Lane
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Flintshire Bridge
Naptan LocalityName: Kelsterton
Naptan NaptanCode: flidamt
Naptan Street: A548
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.2334321/-3.0945046
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Kerb: lowered
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.2309005/-3.0863946
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2320387/-3.095691
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2347183/-3.093467
Bus Stop
Kelsterton, A548 / Rockliffe Lane
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 5120AWF80734
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Rockliffe Lane
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Flintshire Bridge
Naptan LocalityName: Kelsterton
Naptan NaptanCode: flidamp
Naptan Street: A548
Public Transport: platform
Public Transport Version: 2
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.2331582/-3.0949709
Barrier: height_restrictor
Lat/Long: 53.2330373/-3.0894303
Barrier: height_restrictor
Lat/Long: 53.2326223/-3.0887093
Barrier: height_restrictor
Lat/Long: 53.2314144/-3.0859854
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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