Walton

Settlement in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Walton

The River Sow at Little Bridgeford railway junction
The River Sow at Little Bridgeford railway junction Credit: Roy Hughes

Walton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles northeast of the county town, Stafford, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the West Midlands region. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Walton maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its charming rural character and scenic surroundings. It is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

Walton boasts a range of amenities that cater to its residents' needs. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a primary school that serves the village and its surrounding areas. Despite its small size, Walton benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and villages.

The village has a rich history, and evidence of its past can be seen in its architecture. The Grade II listed St. Thomas and St. Andrew's Church, dating back to the 12th century, stands as a testament to Walton's heritage. The village also has several older buildings and cottages, giving it a timeless charm.

Overall, Walton offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Walton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.848012/-2.2095864 or Grid Reference SJ8527. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The River Sow at Little Bridgeford railway junction
The River Sow at Little Bridgeford railway junction
Waltonhurst Road, Walton
Waltonhurst Road, Walton
Eccleshall Road, Walton
Eccleshall Road, Walton
Eccleshall Road, Great Bridgeford
Eccleshall Road, Great Bridgeford
Floating duck house on pond This pond was dug out during 2023.
During December 2023, and into Jan 2024, became part of the River Sow, which is at the left edge of the photo.
Floating duck house on pond
This pond was dug out during 2023. During December 2023, and into Jan 2024, became part of the River Sow, which is at the left edge of the photo.
River Sow at Worston
River Sow at Worston
Derelict Huts From WW2 These huts and others are all that is left of RAF Seighford, a second world war Bomber Airfield, home to the RAF 30 operational training unit. Part of the control tower can still be seen. The base closed in 1947.
Derelict Huts From WW2
These huts and others are all that is left of RAF Seighford, a second world war Bomber Airfield, home to the RAF 30 operational training unit. Part of the control tower can still be seen. The base closed in 1947.
The Mill At Worston, Great Bridgeford The Mill dates back to at least 1279, when historical documents show The Mill was being fought over in the Court of the Kings Bench, between Henry De Whyte and Elena De Wynerston... The Mill at Worston was a typical corn mill of its time, having three floors and an attic, and much of the machinery has been retained.
The Mill At Worston, Great Bridgeford
The Mill dates back to at least 1279, when historical documents show The Mill was being fought over in the Court of the Kings Bench, between Henry De Whyte and Elena De Wynerston... The Mill at Worston was a typical corn mill of its time, having three floors and an attic, and much of the machinery has been retained.
The Mill At Worston, Great Bridgeford
The Mill At Worston, Great Bridgeford
Izaak Walton's Cottage, Shallowford Izaak Walton, author of the 'Compleat Angler', owned this charming cottage in the tiny hamlet of Shallowford, between Stafford and Eccleshall, But the Virgin trains going by in the background seem a bit out of place. Notice the two straw Pheasants on the roof.
Izaak Walton's Cottage, Shallowford
Izaak Walton, author of the 'Compleat Angler', owned this charming cottage in the tiny hamlet of Shallowford, between Stafford and Eccleshall, But the Virgin trains going by in the background seem a bit out of place. Notice the two straw Pheasants on the roof.
Narrow Track This track goes around the old Seighford airbase.
Narrow Track
This track goes around the old Seighford airbase.
Track to Nowhere There is a field of Reeds growing on the left hand side of this track.
Track to Nowhere
There is a field of Reeds growing on the left hand side of this track.
Looking back to Broadheath
Looking back to Broadheath
Road Junction with A5013 near Eccleshall
Road Junction with A5013 near Eccleshall
Narrow Lane to House This narrow lane is typical of a lot of lanes in this area.
Narrow Lane to House
This narrow lane is typical of a lot of lanes in this area.
House on the Junction No garden Gnomes for this house,
House on the Junction
No garden Gnomes for this house,
Footpath and entrance to Waltonhurst
Footpath and entrance to Waltonhurst
Farm access Track This is just behind Ladfordfields Industrial Estate, although it seems miles from anywhere.
Farm access Track
This is just behind Ladfordfields Industrial Estate, although it seems miles from anywhere.
Show me another place!

Walton is located at Grid Ref: SJ8527 (Lat: 52.848012, Lng: -2.2095864)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

What 3 Words

///drifting.amuse.nags. Near Eccleshall, Staffordshire

Related Wikis

Chebsey

Chebsey is a small village in Staffordshire 2.5 miles southeast of Eccleshall on a confluence of Eccleshall water and the River Sow some 5 miles northwest...

Walton Hall Academy

Walton Hall Academy (formerly Walton Hall Community Special School) is a mixed special school of approximately 150 pupils. The school is based in Eccleshall...

Izaak Walton's Cottage

The Izaak Walton Cottage is a seventeenth-century timber framed building in Shallowford, Chebsey, Staffordshire, England. It belonged to the writer Izaak...

Norton Bridge, Staffordshire

Norton Bridge is a village in Staffordshire, England. Until May 2004 it was served by Norton Bridge railway station. == Amenities == At present, Norton...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.848012,-2.2095864
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Walton?

Leave your review of Walton below (or comments, questions and feedback).