Blyth End

Settlement in Warwickshire North Warwickshire

England

Blyth End

Maxstoke Castle
Maxstoke Castle Credit: AJD

Blyth End is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles north of the town of Warwick, it forms part of the Stratford-on-Avon district. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers a peaceful and picturesque setting.

Despite its small size, Blyth End has a rich history dating back centuries. It is believed to have been established in the medieval period and retains some architectural remnants from that era. The village is also known for its old parish church, which dates back to the 12th century and stands as a testament to its long-standing heritage.

Today, Blyth End is primarily a residential area, with a small community of around 200 inhabitants. The village is characterized by its charming cottages and traditional architecture, giving it a quintessential English countryside feel. Residents benefit from the tranquility and natural beauty of the surrounding area, with ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and exploring the nearby woodlands.

Despite its rural location, Blyth End is conveniently situated close to major transport links. The nearby M40 motorway provides easy access to larger towns and cities, and the village is within commuting distance of Warwick, Leamington Spa, and Coventry. Additionally, the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare, is just a short drive away.

In conclusion, Blyth End is a small but historically significant village in Warwickshire, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents.

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Blyth End Images

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Maxstoke Castle
Maxstoke Castle
East end of Marconi Way, Hams Hall Approaching Edison Road.
East end of Marconi Way, Hams Hall
Approaching Edison Road.
Goods entrance to Petra Eco-Build, Hams Hall Providing vehicular access to loading bays off Edison Road.
Goods entrance to Petra Eco-Build, Hams Hall
Providing vehicular access to loading bays off Edison Road.
Edison Road, Hams Hall One of the main distributor roads in the industrial estate, looking from its junction with Marconi Way towards its bridge over the River Tame.
Edison Road, Hams Hall
One of the main distributor roads in the industrial estate, looking from its junction with Marconi Way towards its bridge over the River Tame.
Entrance to concrete works, Coleshill Industrial Estate Off the end of Gorsey Lane.
Entrance to concrete works, Coleshill Industrial Estate
Off the end of Gorsey Lane.
Entrance to Coleshill Quarry, Coleshill Industrial Estate Off the end of Gorsey Lane.
Entrance to Coleshill Quarry, Coleshill Industrial Estate
Off the end of Gorsey Lane.
Stile off Gorsey Lane, Coleshill Industrial Estate Gorsey Lane hosts a public footpath, which continues over this stile to leave the road and head in the general direction of Shustoke. The grey building ahead is part of a concrete works.
Stile off Gorsey Lane, Coleshill Industrial Estate
Gorsey Lane hosts a public footpath, which continues over this stile to leave the road and head in the general direction of Shustoke. The grey building ahead is part of a concrete works.
ROW signpost on B4114 near Shustoke Alongside B4114 near Shustoke, field path / ROW begins alongside site-entrance to STW Shustoke Reservoir
ROW signpost on B4114 near Shustoke
Alongside B4114 near Shustoke, field path / ROW begins alongside site-entrance to STW Shustoke Reservoir
Approaching rail bridge, north of Shustoke reservoir A convergence of rights of way, approaching footbridge/track across Birmingham to Peterborough railway, on the north-west corner of Shustoke reservoir

The bridge is around to the left.
Approaching rail bridge, north of Shustoke reservoir
A convergence of rights of way, approaching footbridge/track across Birmingham to Peterborough railway, on the north-west corner of Shustoke reservoir The bridge is around to the left.
Gated track/footbridge near Shustoke A convergence of rights of way at bridge crossing Birmingham to Peterborough railway line near Shustoke
Gated track/footbridge near Shustoke
A convergence of rights of way at bridge crossing Birmingham to Peterborough railway line near Shustoke
Every which way - Shustoke Busy rights of way signpost on gate crossing Birmingham to Peterborough railway line.

Attempts to direct the signs in direction of paths from this location is difficult.   ROWs run south-westerly across meadow by Centenary  Way and North Arden Trail, whilst Heart of England Way heads easterly between railway and reservoir
Every which way - Shustoke
Busy rights of way signpost on gate crossing Birmingham to Peterborough railway line. Attempts to direct the signs in direction of paths from this location is difficult. ROWs run south-westerly across meadow by Centenary Way and North Arden Trail, whilst Heart of England Way heads easterly between railway and reservoir
Kissing gate at railway bridge, near Shustoke Railway bridge and track, north of Shustoke reservoir, crosses Birmingham to Peterborough railway line.  Footpath signs for Heart of England Way, Centenary Way and North Arden Trail.

Bridge is numbered "NWO/1 Brickle at Whitacre East Junction", close, as the bridge is in proximity to the railway junction with the line that passes Whitacre Heath en-route to Tamworth.
Kissing gate at railway bridge, near Shustoke
Railway bridge and track, north of Shustoke reservoir, crosses Birmingham to Peterborough railway line. Footpath signs for Heart of England Way, Centenary Way and North Arden Trail. Bridge is numbered "NWO/1 Brickle at Whitacre East Junction", close, as the bridge is in proximity to the railway junction with the line that passes Whitacre Heath en-route to Tamworth.
Pylon near Whitacre Junction
Pylon near Whitacre Junction
Spring Flowers in Shustoke The Old Oak Tree and Daffodils at Shustoke Reservoir in Warwickshire Taken on 23-3-2011
Spring Flowers in Shustoke
The Old Oak Tree and Daffodils at Shustoke Reservoir in Warwickshire Taken on 23-3-2011
Hams Hall Rail Freight Terminal The rail freight container terminal built on the site of the former Hams Hall power station , Coleshill
Hams Hall Rail Freight Terminal
The rail freight container terminal built on the site of the former Hams Hall power station , Coleshill
Two rivers join forces Three of the rivers that journey through Birmingham join together in this area, aptly named Blythe End, because one of these rivers just happens to be the river Blythe.
Two rivers join forces
Three of the rivers that journey through Birmingham join together in this area, aptly named Blythe End, because one of these rivers just happens to be the river Blythe.
Tame/Cole/Blythe river confluence at Hams Hall This river confluence of the Tame, Blythe and Cole borders on what used to be Hams Hall power station; this photo was taken some years ago. Hams Hall power station is long gone, to be replaced by the national distribution centre.
Tame/Cole/Blythe river confluence at Hams Hall
This river confluence of the Tame, Blythe and Cole borders on what used to be Hams Hall power station; this photo was taken some years ago. Hams Hall power station is long gone, to be replaced by the national distribution centre.
Western end of Shustoke reservoir This is much the larger of the reservoirs at Shustoke, this one almost entirely surrounded by embankments.  As a result it has an open, airy feel.  In this view the steeple of Coleshill church can be seen in the distance.
Western end of Shustoke reservoir
This is much the larger of the reservoirs at Shustoke, this one almost entirely surrounded by embankments. As a result it has an open, airy feel. In this view the steeple of Coleshill church can be seen in the distance.
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Blyth End is located at Grid Ref: SP2190 (Lat: 52.513648, Lng: -1.684624)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: North Warwickshire

Police Authority: Warwickshire

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