St Johns

Settlement in Warwickshire Warwick

England

St Johns

The Green Man public house, Kenilworth Credit: Ian S

St Johns is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles southeast of the town of Warwick, it has a population of around 2,000 residents. The village is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and fields, offering a peaceful and idyllic atmosphere.

St Johns has a rich history dating back to medieval times, with several historical landmarks scattered throughout the area. One of the most notable attractions is the St John the Baptist Church, a beautiful Grade I listed building that dates back to the 12th century. The church features stunning architecture and intricate stained glass windows, attracting visitors and history enthusiasts from far and wide.

In addition to its historical significance, St Johns offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents. The village is home to a primary school, providing education for local children, and there are several shops, including a convenience store and a post office, catering to the everyday needs of the community. St Johns also boasts a vibrant community center, which hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, with numerous walking and cycling trails nearby. The nearby Warwick Castle, a magnificent medieval fortress, is a popular tourist destination and provides a chance to delve further into the region's history.

Overall, St Johns, Warwickshire is a charming village that combines its rich history with a strong sense of community, making it an attractive place to live and visit.

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The Green Man public house, Kenilworth

Ian S

Clarke's Avenue, Kenilworth

Ian S

Mortimer Road, Kenilworth

Ian S

Vicarage Gardens off Rouncil Lane, Kenilworth

Ian S

Rounds Hill off Mortimer Road

Ian S

Making a deck, The Engine public house, Mill End, Kenilworth

In the later phase of the pandemic, pubs that had had to close invested in creating outdoor space so that they could safely serve socially-distanced patrons.

Robin Stott

Odibourne Allotments, Manor Road, Kenilworth

The allotments were open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events; members of the Kenilworth Allotment Tenants' Association (KATA) can be seen welcoming visitors. The Odibourne site was established in 1919, when Kenilworth Urban District Council bought land from the estate of the deceased William Thomas Pears. The council had recently decided to build on the 'Noah's Ark' allotments nearby, but was obliged under the 1908 Smallholding & Allotments Act to provide sufficient land for local people who wanted plots for growing food. The site is owned today by Kenilworth Town Council, but has been managed since 1983 by KATA (information taken from a notice board on the site).

A J Paxton

Plot 58a, Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

These allotments, which to this city dweller appear impossibly idyllic, were open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021. Behind the idyll, of course, lies hard work and long term commitment, the challenge of group politics, the uncertainty of the weather and the threat, even here, of theft and vandalism. The Odibourne allotments were established in 1919.

A J Paxton

I'm in the Green Zone

A scarecrow, probably more decorative than functional, at the Odibourne allotments in Kenilworth, which were open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021.

A J Paxton

Apple Pressing at Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

The allotment site was open to the public as part of the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events.

A J Paxton

'My Shed, My Rules'

The sheds of the Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth, are the subject of their own book, 'Odibourne Sheds: rural retreats in a Kenilworth allotment', by Peter James, published by the Bothy Press in 2020.

A J Paxton

The Rules: Water butt on Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

A water butt and rules governing its use, on the Odibourne Allotments, open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events.

A J Paxton

Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth, looking towards Lower Ladyes Hills

Not normally open to the public, the allotments were welcoming visitors for the day as part of the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events. A scarecrow in the form of a Tokyo Olympics mascot can be seen to the right of the picture.

A J Paxton

Bridge over the Finham Brook, Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

No doubt flooding is another hazard of allotment life here, but the stream must have enriched the fertility of the valley over the years. Not normally accessible to the public, the allotments were open as part of the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events.

A J Paxton