Mount Pleasant

Settlement in Cheshire / Staffordshire

England

Mount Pleasant

View from near Wood Cottage A view across the Cheshire plain on a rather dull October day. The train bottom left is on the Stoke to Manchester line. — View from near Wood Cottage Credit: Stephen Craven

Mount Pleasant is a small village located on the border between Cheshire and Staffordshire, in the United Kingdom. It is situated in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village is primarily residential, with a population of around 1,000 people.

The village has a rich history, dating back to at least the 18th century. It was originally a farming community, and evidence of its agricultural past can still be seen in the surrounding landscape. The village is characterized by charming cottages and traditional stone houses, which add to its quaint and tranquil atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Mount Pleasant has a strong sense of community and offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a local school, a village hall, and a community center. There is also a village shop and a pub, providing basic necessities and a social hub for the locals.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. There are several walking and cycling routes in the area, allowing residents to explore the natural beauty of the region. Additionally, the nearby Peak District National Park offers further opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Mount Pleasant offers a peaceful and idyllic living environment, with its scenic surroundings and strong community spirit.

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Mount Pleasant Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.106356/-2.22851 or Grid Reference SJ8456. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from near Wood Cottage

A view across the Cheshire plain on a rather dull October day. The train bottom left is on the Stoke to Manchester line.

Stephen Craven

Small dam above Wood Cottage

This may just be to create a pond for cattle to drink from, but at the end of a dry summer there was very little water in it.

Stephen Craven

Holloway alongside Grotto Wood

To the left of the photo alongside the boundary of the wood is a sunken track, probably of some antiquity. The present public footpath is to the right of the trees on the opposite side of the picture.

Stephen Craven

Cattle above Wood Farm

A mixture of cows and bulls.

Stephen Craven

Path into Hanging Wood

Along the South Cheshire Way.

Stephen Craven

Near the top of Hanging Wood

Along the South Cheshire Way. See also SJ8558 : Hanging Wood.

Stephen Craven

Path towards Hanging Wood

The South Cheshire Way runs along the edge of this arable field before entering the wood on the bend (left of photo).

Stephen Craven

View towards the Cloud

The hill in the centre with dark trees is Congleton Edge; the Cloud is the name of the hill further on and to the left with lighter tree covering. It was a dull October day, very mild with tropical air bringing high humidity resulting in hazy views.

Stephen Craven

Lone tree below Daisy Bank Farm

The tree has grown up bending before the onslaught of prevailing south-westerly winds. I'm not the first photographer to have noticed it SJ8557 : South Cheshire Way.

Stephen Craven

Stile below Daisy Bank Farm

The stile is on the South Cheshire Way.

Stephen Craven

Mow Cop transmitter

The site was formerly Ministry of Defence, having been used for a radio jamming station in WW2, but is now a DAB radio transmitter. see SJ8557 : Mow Cop transmitter for a view with wider context.

Stephen Craven

The Methodist stone at Mow Cop

The inscription on the stone records that the Primitive Methodists originated with evangelistic rallies on this site in 1807. The full text is given at SJ8557 : Mow Cop Castle Commemorative Stone.

Stephen Craven

The new last house in Cheshire

This new build on High Street, Mow Cop, appears to be infill development. The Cheshire/Staffordshire border runs immediately behind it.

Stephen Craven

The former Coronation Mill, Mow Cop

Built in 1902 (hence named after the coronation of Edward VII on 9 August 1902), this was a fustian mill that was in use until at least 1923 (source: mowcop.info). It has now been converted into apartments.

Stephen Craven

Datestone on the former Coronation Mill

See SJ8557 : The former Coronation Mill, Mow Cop for context and history.

Stephen Craven

The Old Post Office, Mow Cop

The house looks quite modern so may be on the site of, rather than the actual, post office building.

Stephen Craven

Primitive Methodist Chapel, Woodcock Lane, Mow Cop

Primitive Methodism started in this village in 1807 and the (now United) Methodist church is still open. The date on the building is 1860; another contributor gives a date of 1857 SJ8557 : Primitive Methodist Memorial Church, Mow Cop but that may have been the start of construction, and 1860 when it was finished and dedicated.

Stephen Craven

Parson's Well, Mow Cop

There are several wells shown in the village on this map, probably indicating a change of geology favourable to natural springs. This own was opened in 1858 and due to its more ornate construction is listed grade II (list entry 1309822). See also SJ8557 : Parson's Well, Mow Cop.

Stephen Craven

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Mount Pleasant is located at Grid Ref: SJ8456 (Lat: 53.106356, Lng: -2.22851)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire East

Police Authority: Cheshire