Newtown
Settlement in Worcestershire Wychavon
England
Newtown
Newtown is a small village located in Worcestershire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it is part of the Wychavon district. With a population of around 500 residents, Newtown is a quiet and close-knit community.
The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering stunning views of rolling hills and meandering rivers. It is located near the River Avon, which adds to the natural beauty of the area. Newtown is also close to the larger towns of Evesham and Pershore, providing easy access to a wider range of amenities.
Although Newtown is small, it has a strong sense of community and offers a range of facilities for its residents. These include a local primary school, a village hall, and a small shop for everyday needs. The village hall is a hub for various community events and activities, such as local meetings, charity fundraisers, and social gatherings.
The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and fishing. Newtown is also within reach of several historical sites and attractions, such as the nearby Croome Court, a grand 18th-century mansion surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Overall, Newtown is a tranquil village with a close community spirit, offering residents a peaceful and picturesque place to call home. Its proximity to larger towns and natural surroundings make it an ideal location for those seeking a balance between rural living and access to amenities.
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Newtown Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 52.268169/-2.1575 or Grid Reference SO8963. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Narrow boat on the Droitwich Junction Canal
The grating on the towpath is where water is taken from the canal and transferred via pipes under the towpath to where the canal begins again. This is because the re-builders of the canal did not want to pollute the River Salwarpe.
Diamond Coffee Bar, at the crossroads Droitwich
Many businesses have tried to flourish at this location which is subject to flooding.
5 The Holloway, Droitwich Spa
This used to be a general store at least up to 2001 when the owner complained of too many roadworks in the road.
7 The Holloway, Droitwich Spa
Presently a semi-detached house this was formally the Ring O'Bells SO9063 : Ring O' Bells, Droitwich which is still marked in the glass above the door.
Coventry Almshouses, The Holloway, Droitwich Spa
This is one of the original wings which has recently been repointed with lime mortar. Said to have been founded as a result of a horse race between Henry Coventry and Sir John Pakington of Westwood SO8763 : Westwood House from the drive. The loser was to pay for the building of the property named after the winner. Henry Coventry horse won but John Pakington had no cash spare so promised the income of two farms for the upkeep and Henry Coventry left money the building of the houses in his will.
Droitwich Junction Canal - the M5 tunnel
Classed as bridge No. 5 this is actually a tight 60 metre long tunnel. The canal at this point carries water from the Body Brook and the headroom is variable through the tunnel. This waterfront is accessible by some steps from the left but is now virtually completely hidden from the nearby road by the growth of vegetation in the last decade or so.
Droitwich Junction Canal - staircase locks
The only staircase on this restored canal. Lock No. 5 is closest and share a set of gates with lock No. 4 in the background.
Droitwich Junction Canal - how to ascend the staircase
This instruction board is for craft going up from the lower lock (No. 5) to the upper lock (No.4). I forgot to photograph the instructions at the other end telling one how to descend.
Droitwich Junction Canal - exiting lock No. 6
Heading away from Droitwich and up the locks.
Rebuilding a roundabout on Hanbury Road, Droitwich
The road was closed to vehicles and it was causing chaos.
Droitwich Junction Canal - bridge No. 6
Carrying Impney Way over the canal just after it emerges from under the M5. Undergrowth now effectively hides the canal from Impney Way and you would not know it was there.
Largely buried lintel by the Droitwich Junction Canal
I believe this is the remains of the bridge that crossed the remnant of the original lock linking the Droitwich Junction Canal to the River Salwarpe. The newly restored canal joins the river further upstream. An earlier view is seen here - SO9063 : Droitwich Junction Canal - beginning or end.
The canalised River Salwarpe in Droitwich
Approaching bridge No. 8 and the barge lock at the entrance to Vines Park.
Droitwich Junction Canal - warning sign
This is the navigation warning system for craft contemplating joining the canalised River Salwarpe at lock No. 7. There is an indicator on the wing wall at the tail of the lock with colours matching those on the sign. Red means do not join the river, yellow is proceed with caution and green is for normal conditions. There is an electronic version with light signals by lock No. 1.
Newtown is located at Grid Ref: SO8963 (Lat: 52.268169, Lng: -2.1575)
Administrative County: Worcestershire
District: Wychavon
Police Authority: West Mercia
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 52.268169,-2.1575Droitwich Spa
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Network: National Rail
Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/dtw/
Network Wikidata: Q26334
Operator: London Midland
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Train: yes
Wikidata: Q2360854
Wikipedia: en:Droitwich Spa railway station
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Crossing
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Bus Stop
Ombersley Street East
Bus: yes
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Ombersley Street East
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Morrisons
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Victoria Square
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Bus Stop
Union Lane Railway Bridge
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Bus Stop
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Nunnery Avenue
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Bus Stop
Health Centre
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Health Centre- Ombersley Street East
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Railway Station
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Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Union Lane
Bus: yes
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Lat/Long: 52.2691999/-2.1544152
Post Box
Alt Ref: WR9 4910
Collection Plate: CP1-LC
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:30; Sa 12:30
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Post Box
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Post Box
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Clock
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Atm
Operator: Barclays Bank PLC
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Ref: 33252
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Post Box
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Ref: WR9 341
Royal Cypher: EIIR
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Droitwich Spa Railway Station
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Location: roof
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Ombersley Street East
Bus: yes
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Droitwich Spa
Public Transport: stop_position
Railway: stop
Train: yes
Lat/Long: 52.2683642/-2.1583146
Droitwich Spa
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Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: rack
Capacity: 10
Covered: no
Lit: yes
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Social Facility
Droitwich Spa Foodbank
Addr City: Droitwich
Addr Postcode: WR9 8QS
Addr Street: Ombersley Street East
Address: Droitwich Baptist Church Ombersley Street East WR9 8QS
Network: Trussell Trust
Parliamentary Constituency: Mid Worcestershire
Phone: 07532130604
Social Facility: food_bank
Social Facility For: underprivileged
Source: give_food
Url: https://www.givefood.org.uk/needs/at/droitwich-spa/
Lat/Long: 52.2675312/-2.1519712
Vending Machine
Vending: public_transport_tickets
Lat/Long: 52.2683433/-2.1585403
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