Blakeley Green

Settlement in Staffordshire

England

Blakeley Green

Tettenhall Rock milestone - detail Set into the retaining wall on the &#039;uphill&#039; side of the cutting on Tettenhall Rock, few people probably even see this one - I&#039;ve passed it almost every day for 20-odd years, and only spotted it a fortnight ago.
The lettering is cut into the stone, somewhat faded and indistinct now, and states Salop 25, Wolverhampton 2 and London 123. — Tettenhall Rock milestone - detail Credit: Richard Law

Blakeley Green is a small village located in Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 4 miles east of the town of Cheadle and 9 miles west of the city of Stoke-on-Trent. The village is nestled in a rural area, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

The main feature of Blakeley Green is its charming village center, which consists of a few houses, a village hall, and a small pub. The village hall serves as a gathering place for the local community, hosting various events and activities throughout the year.

The village is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting, providing residents and visitors with a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. It is a popular destination for those seeking outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding, thanks to its proximity to the stunning Staffordshire Moorlands.

Despite its small size, Blakeley Green is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The A522 road runs through the village, offering convenient access to Cheadle and Stoke-on-Trent. Public transportation options include regular bus services that connect the village to nearby areas.

Overall, Blakeley Green is a charming and scenic village that offers a serene and rural lifestyle. It is a haven for nature enthusiasts and provides a close-knit community atmosphere for its residents.

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Blakeley Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.611237/-2.156513 or Grid Reference SJ8901. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tettenhall Rock milestone - detail

Set into the retaining wall on the 'uphill' side of the cutting on Tettenhall Rock, few people probably even see this one - I've passed it almost every day for 20-odd years, and only spotted it a fortnight ago. The lettering is cut into the stone, somewhat faded and indistinct now, and states Salop 25, Wolverhampton 2 and London 123.

Richard Law

Aldersley Stadium

This comprises an athletics track and a sports village.

Bill Boaden

Path along a former railway track

Bill Boaden

Bridge over the former railway

The thick spring foliage makes it difficult to get a good view.

Bill Boaden

The Golden Eagle

A pub on the corner of Court Road and Hordern Road.

Bill Boaden

The Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal

Taken from a cycle path bridge alongside Hordern Road.

Bill Boaden

Southbound freight train on the Kingswinford Branch at Aldersley Junction

View northward, towards Codsall, Wellington and Shrewsbury (to the left), Oxley Sidings, Wolverhampton etc. (to the right). The train is headed towards Kingswinford Junction and Stourbridge Junction, on a line only opened in 1925, closed to passengers in 1932, to goods in 1965. The locomotive (4-6-0 No. 5900 'Hinderton Hall' is now preserved at Didcot Railway Centre, having been built in 3/31 and withdrawn in 12/63. (On this occasion there was no one on the footplate, the crew evidently having a break - hopefully having left the brakes on). (Compare this view with SJ8901 : Bridge over the former railway)!

Ben Brooksbank