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Acton Round

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Acton Round

Kissing gate and an invisible footpath
Kissing gate and an invisible footpath Credit: Row17

Acton Round is a small and picturesque village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles south of the town of Bridgnorth, Acton Round is nestled in the beautiful countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland.

The village itself is known for its well-preserved and charming traditional architecture, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. The centerpiece of Acton Round is its historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century and features a stunning Norman doorway and a picturesque churchyard.

Surrounded by a network of footpaths and bridleways, Acton Round is a haven for walkers and nature enthusiasts. The surrounding countryside offers breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a rural retreat.

Despite its small size, Acton Round is a vibrant and close-knit community. The village has a strong sense of community spirit and hosts various events and activities throughout the year, including a summer fete and a popular annual flower show.

For those looking to explore further afield, Acton Round enjoys a convenient location within easy reach of other attractions in Shropshire. The nearby market town of Bridgnorth offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and historical sites, while the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site is just a short drive away.

In summary, Acton Round offers a charming and idyllic setting, combining traditional architecture with beautiful countryside surroundings. Its strong sense of community and convenient location make it an attractive destination for visitors and residents alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.556747/-2.537448 or Grid Reference SO6395. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kissing gate and an invisible footpath
Kissing gate and an invisible footpath
A458 near Park Farm
A458 near Park Farm
A458 nearing Muckley Cross
A458 nearing Muckley Cross
Muckley Cross Farm
Muckley Cross Farm
A458 north of Muckley Cross
A458 north of Muckley Cross
A458 near Watkis Coppice
A458 near Watkis Coppice
Crossroads on the A458 near Beggarhill Brook Farm
Crossroads on the A458 near Beggarhill Brook Farm
Not as muddy as you might have thought At least, this bit wasn't as muddy as suspected in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/774802">SO6396 : That looks like a muddy path</a> - but the next section south looked like a quagmire, so we turned around.
Not as muddy as you might have thought
At least, this bit wasn't as muddy as suspected in SO6396 : That looks like a muddy path - but the next section south looked like a quagmire, so we turned around.
Muddy field near Atterley
Muddy field near Atterley
Manor House, Acton Round Dating from 1713-14, built for Sir Whitmore Acton, probably to the designs of Francis Smith of Warwick. The pinkish-red brick facade is divided into a 2-3-2 rhythm by giant rusticated pilaster strips. Grade I listed. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the C18th architectural hierarchy, Smith (1672-1738) lay somewhere between the London elite and the breed of skilled, provincial builder-architects who created substantial parts of the built fabric of the country that we see today. It's likely that brick dust ran in his veins - his father, also Francis, and his brother, William, were bricklayers, his elder brother Richard was also in the trade, and Francis's son, William, inherited his practice. Centred around Warwick, Francis built up a substantial practice, designing numerous country houses for the Midlands gentry, covering every county in the region except Nottinghamshire, as well as churches and the odd public building. After the catastrophic fire of 1694 in Warwick, he and William were contracted to supervise rebuilding and rebuilt parts of the town themselves. Francis assembled a small band of talented craftsmen to whom he returned time and time again. Whilst not particularly innovative, his commissions were secured on the back of building attractive houses to high standards of craftsmanship, his trustworthiness and reliability. Two members of the London elite, James Gibbs and Thomas Archer, entrusted Francis to execute several of their designs, and it seems likely that in at least one of these cases he modified the building to his own designs.
Manor House, Acton Round
Dating from 1713-14, built for Sir Whitmore Acton, probably to the designs of Francis Smith of Warwick. The pinkish-red brick facade is divided into a 2-3-2 rhythm by giant rusticated pilaster strips. Grade I listed. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the C18th architectural hierarchy, Smith (1672-1738) lay somewhere between the London elite and the breed of skilled, provincial builder-architects who created substantial parts of the built fabric of the country that we see today. It's likely that brick dust ran in his veins - his father, also Francis, and his brother, William, were bricklayers, his elder brother Richard was also in the trade, and Francis's son, William, inherited his practice. Centred around Warwick, Francis built up a substantial practice, designing numerous country houses for the Midlands gentry, covering every county in the region except Nottinghamshire, as well as churches and the odd public building. After the catastrophic fire of 1694 in Warwick, he and William were contracted to supervise rebuilding and rebuilt parts of the town themselves. Francis assembled a small band of talented craftsmen to whom he returned time and time again. Whilst not particularly innovative, his commissions were secured on the back of building attractive houses to high standards of craftsmanship, his trustworthiness and reliability. Two members of the London elite, James Gibbs and Thomas Archer, entrusted Francis to execute several of their designs, and it seems likely that in at least one of these cases he modified the building to his own designs.
Acton Round Indian kiosk A modern folly built to disguise a water tank.
Acton Round Indian kiosk
A modern folly built to disguise a water tank.
Footpath towards Hawthorne Farm A row of old oak trees and a ditch mark the line of a former hedge, now followed by a path from Muckley Cross to Hawthorne Farm.
Footpath towards Hawthorne Farm
A row of old oak trees and a ditch mark the line of a former hedge, now followed by a path from Muckley Cross to Hawthorne Farm.
Across a field towards Well Dingle Autumn oaks and a collapsing field barn beneath them, just to the south of Hawthorne Farm.
Across a field towards Well Dingle
Autumn oaks and a collapsing field barn beneath them, just to the south of Hawthorne Farm.
Hawthorne Farm from the south Approaching the farm through sheep-fields from Muckley Cross; the legal path goes to the right of the house, but there seems to have been an acceptance that the gateway into the farmyard to the left of the house is in more common use.
Hawthorne Farm from the south
Approaching the farm through sheep-fields from Muckley Cross; the legal path goes to the right of the house, but there seems to have been an acceptance that the gateway into the farmyard to the left of the house is in more common use.
Cottage at Muckley Cross A particularly fine rural cottage and its outbuildings, just off the A458 road.
Cottage at Muckley Cross
A particularly fine rural cottage and its outbuildings, just off the A458 road.
A458 towards Much Wenlock at Muckley Cross
A458 towards Much Wenlock at Muckley Cross
Up the path into Little Acorn Coppice A well-worn footpath at this end, that leads up towards Hannigans Farm. It's rather less frequented further NE.
Up the path into Little Acorn Coppice
A well-worn footpath at this end, that leads up towards Hannigans Farm. It's rather less frequented further NE.
Footpath through Little Acorn Coppice The 'coppice' at this end is actually just a narrow strip of oak trees, but makes a pleasant walk. Plenty of pheasants to keep Daft Dog occupied/frustrated.
Footpath through Little Acorn Coppice
The 'coppice' at this end is actually just a narrow strip of oak trees, but makes a pleasant walk. Plenty of pheasants to keep Daft Dog occupied/frustrated.
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Acton Round is located at Grid Ref: SO6395 (Lat: 52.556747, Lng: -2.537448)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Is In: Shropshire
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 52.5572927/-2.5384731
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