Blakeley

Settlement in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Blakeley

Railway Path The south staffordshire railway walk near Himley.
Railway Path Credit: Gordon Griffiths

Blakeley is a small village located in Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles to the east of the county town of Stafford, it lies on the outskirts of Cannock Chase, an area of outstanding natural beauty. With a population of around 500 residents, Blakeley offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside setting.

The village is characterized by its traditional buildings, many of which date back several centuries. Its picturesque landscape is dotted with quaint cottages, farmhouses, and a charming village pub, which serves as a focal point for the local community. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Despite its rural location, Blakeley benefits from good transport links, with the A51 road passing nearby, connecting it to Stafford and other major towns in the region. The village is also served by regular bus services, enabling residents to easily access amenities and services in nearby towns.

While Blakeley may lack some of the amenities found in larger towns, it boasts a strong sense of community spirit. The village organizes various events throughout the year, including a summer fĂȘte and a Christmas market, bringing residents together and fostering a close-knit atmosphere.

Overall, Blakeley offers a peaceful and picturesque retreat for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still providing convenient access to nearby towns and the natural beauty of Cannock Chase.

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Blakeley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.528028/-2.191299 or Grid Reference SO8792. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway Path The south staffordshire railway walk near Himley.
Railway Path
The south staffordshire railway walk near Himley.
Bridgnorth Road View The B4176 at Himley.
Bridgnorth Road View
The B4176 at Himley.
Botterham Lane Site The Wombourne waste recycling site.
Botterham Lane Site
The Wombourne waste recycling site.
Botterham Top Lock The narrowboat is lowered in the staircase of the Staffordshire and Worcestershire canal near Swindon.
Botterham Top Lock
The narrowboat is lowered in the staircase of the Staffordshire and Worcestershire canal near Swindon.
Flight of a Heron The bird flies across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near the Botterham Locks.
Flight of a Heron
The bird flies across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near the Botterham Locks.
Heron View The view alongside the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal at Swindon.
Heron View
The view alongside the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal at Swindon.
Heron Reflection The view alongside the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal at Swindon.
Heron Reflection
The view alongside the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal at Swindon.
Wombourne Institute The 1863 Institute in Church Road stands next to St Benedict Church overlooking the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Institute
The 1863 Institute in Church Road stands next to St Benedict Church overlooking the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Church The St Benedict Biscop Church stands in Church Road overlooking the Village Green.
Wombourne Church
The St Benedict Biscop Church stands in Church Road overlooking the Village Green.
Green on the Green Wombourne Bowls Club stands on the Staffordshire Village Green, with St Benedict's Church in the background.
Green on the Green
Wombourne Bowls Club stands on the Staffordshire Village Green, with St Benedict's Church in the background.
Wombourne Path The view up Maypole Street alongside the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Path
The view up Maypole Street alongside the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Butchers The view of Boxley's of Wombourne in Windmill Bank near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Butchers
The view of Boxley's of Wombourne in Windmill Bank near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Maypole and Street The view in Maypole Street Wombourne near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Maypole and Street
The view in Maypole Street Wombourne near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne View The view of Gravel Hill from the corner of the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne View
The view of Gravel Hill from the corner of the Staffordshire Village Green.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.

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St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire. LinkExternal link
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Blakeley is located at Grid Ref: SO8792 (Lat: 52.528028, Lng: -2.191299)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Blakeley Post Office
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