Overton

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Overton

Great Gate Ford Ford on a minor country road at Great Gate.
Great Gate Ford Credit: Philip Halling

Overton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles northeast of the town of Stone, Overton is nestled within the picturesque countryside of the West Midlands region. The village is set on slightly elevated ground, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Historically, Overton was primarily an agricultural community, with farming being a significant source of livelihood for its residents. However, in recent years, the village has seen some diversification in its economy, with a growing number of residents commuting to nearby towns and cities for work.

One of the notable landmarks in Overton is the St. Chad's Church, a charming Grade II listed building that dates back to the 12th century. The church features a unique Norman architectural style and attracts visitors interested in its rich history and intricate craftsmanship.

In terms of amenities, Overton offers a range of facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a primary school. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and villages.

Nature enthusiasts can take advantage of the village's proximity to the beautiful Staffordshire countryside, which offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Additionally, Overton is conveniently located near the Trent and Mersey Canal, providing residents with the chance to enjoy boating and fishing.

Overall, Overton offers a peaceful and idyllic rural setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle with easy access to amenities and natural beauty.

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Great Gate Ford Ford on a minor country road at Great Gate.
Great Gate Ford
Ford on a minor country road at Great Gate.
Stormy afternoon near Hollington
Stormy afternoon near Hollington
Sun through the clouds Sun breaks through the cloud onto rolling farmland.  Looking towards Checkley from Hollington-Upper Tean road.
Sun through the clouds
Sun breaks through the cloud onto rolling farmland. Looking towards Checkley from Hollington-Upper Tean road.
Fields near Hollington Taken from beside the Raddle Inn on Quarry Bank.
Fields near Hollington
Taken from beside the Raddle Inn on Quarry Bank.
Underneath the spreading chestnut tree One of a grove of sweet chestnut trees in Broadmoor Wood; this one is right on the hairpin bend between Great Gate and Hollington.
Underneath the spreading chestnut tree
One of a grove of sweet chestnut trees in Broadmoor Wood; this one is right on the hairpin bend between Great Gate and Hollington.
In Broadmoor Wood Well-named: I felt ready for Broadmoor after blundering about in bouldery bracken trying to find the footpath to Lodgedale. I was reassured to find this sign indicating that (despite appearances) I was still in the right place. The path is fairly well signposted, but obviously not well used. I got utterly lost in the same wood a bit later, near the Raddle Inn in Hollington.
In Broadmoor Wood
Well-named: I felt ready for Broadmoor after blundering about in bouldery bracken trying to find the footpath to Lodgedale. I was reassured to find this sign indicating that (despite appearances) I was still in the right place. The path is fairly well signposted, but obviously not well used. I got utterly lost in the same wood a bit later, near the Raddle Inn in Hollington.
Lodgedale Looking towards Lodgedale Farm from a rock outcrop close to the Hollington road.
Lodgedale
Looking towards Lodgedale Farm from a rock outcrop close to the Hollington road.
Quarrymen's track, Lodgedale A well-made track (now a little-used footpath - the worn strip was made by sheep, not people) along the eastern slope of Lodgedale.
Quarrymen's track, Lodgedale
A well-made track (now a little-used footpath - the worn strip was made by sheep, not people) along the eastern slope of Lodgedale.
Old quarry, Hollington Disused, now wooded, stone quarries north of the road through Hollington.
Old quarry, Hollington
Disused, now wooded, stone quarries north of the road through Hollington.
Dry-stone walling, Staffordshire style This tendency to lay courses of stones at a shallow diagonal seems to be a local tradition, as I saw several walls in the area with a similar style. Earlier in my walk I said good morning to someone dry-stone-walling as I passed by, but he appeared to be laying his courses conventionally (i.e. horizontally).
Dry-stone walling, Staffordshire style
This tendency to lay courses of stones at a shallow diagonal seems to be a local tradition, as I saw several walls in the area with a similar style. Earlier in my walk I said good morning to someone dry-stone-walling as I passed by, but he appeared to be laying his courses conventionally (i.e. horizontally).
The Raddle Inn Glad to get here for a much-needed drink after getting fairly comprehensively (though briefly) lost in Broadmoor Wood. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.logcabin.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.logcabin.co.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Raddle Inn
Glad to get here for a much-needed drink after getting fairly comprehensively (though briefly) lost in Broadmoor Wood. See LinkExternal link
Old dairyman's cart Slowly being reclaimed by nature by the footpath just northwest of the Raddle Inn.
Old dairyman's cart
Slowly being reclaimed by nature by the footpath just northwest of the Raddle Inn.
Hollington Village Hall With adjoining postbox and phonebox.
Hollington Village Hall
With adjoining postbox and phonebox.
Old cross, Hollington After missing it the first time I finally tracked down the cross marked on the OS map - it lurks in a private garden just west of (and on the opposite side of the road from) the Star Inn.
Old cross, Hollington
After missing it the first time I finally tracked down the cross marked on the OS map - it lurks in a private garden just west of (and on the opposite side of the road from) the Star Inn.
Hollington T-junction by the church.
Hollington
T-junction by the church.
The Star Inn, Hollington
The Star Inn, Hollington
View from towards Croxden Abbey Taken standing on Quarry Bank looking towards Croxden Abbey <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK065397">SK065397</a>.
View from towards Croxden Abbey
Taken standing on Quarry Bank looking towards Croxden Abbey SK065397.
The Raddle Inn The Raddle Inn on Quarry Bank near Hollington. There is a sandstone quarry nearby which I presume the road is named after.
The Raddle Inn
The Raddle Inn on Quarry Bank near Hollington. There is a sandstone quarry nearby which I presume the road is named after.
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Overton is located at Grid Ref: SK0438 (Lat: 52.942411, Lng: -1.93092)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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