Strensham

Settlement in Worcestershire Wychavon

England

Strensham

Strensham is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles south of the city of Worcester, it is nestled on the eastern bank of the River Avon. With a population of around 500 residents, Strensham is known for its tranquil and picturesque surroundings.

The village's history can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is mentioned as Sturincheham. Over the centuries, Strensham has evolved from an agricultural community to a residential area. Today, it retains its rural charm with a mix of traditional and modern houses, farms, and cottages.

Strensham is renowned for its beautiful countryside, offering stunning views of rolling hills and meandering streams. The village is surrounded by fertile farmland, which supports the local economy through agriculture and farming activities. The area is also home to several nature reserves and walking trails, attracting nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Despite its small size, Strensham boasts a close-knit community with a strong sense of camaraderie. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub that serves as a social hub for residents. Additionally, Strensham is well-connected to nearby towns and cities through road links, with the M5 motorway passing nearby.

Overall, Strensham offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a slower pace of life amidst the natural beauty of Worcestershire.

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Strensham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.063682/-2.131208 or Grid Reference SO9140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clouds & Floods

Looking South along the M5 from Strensham under a stormy sky. The river Avon is in flood and to the left is the edge of the Cotswolds.

David Stowell

Strensham War Memorial and Almshouses.

The almshouses bear a crest and date of 1697.

Bob Embleton

Bredon Fields Farm

Straw bales at Bredon Fields Farm, in the background are Bredon Fields Cottages. In the distance is the Spire of Bredon church and on the horizon the escarpment of the Cotswolds

Philip Halling

Stubble field on Bredon Fields Farm

Beyond this stubble field on Bredon Fields Farm is Strensham Water Treatment Works which takes water from its intake on the River Severn near Upton-upon-Severn and after treatment the water is then pumped to Coventry.

Philip Halling

Horseshoe Railway Bridge, Bredon's Norton

Looking eastwards on the lane from the River Avon. The space beneath the bridge is horseshoe shaped. Designed around haywains?

Bob Embleton

Strensham South Motorway Services

Strensham South Motorway Services, on the M5.

Kevin Hale

War Memorial, Upper Strensham

To see the names follow: SO9039 : Names on Strensham War Memorial WWI and SO9039 : Names on Strensham War memorial WWII

Philip Halling

Farm road to Bredon Fields Cottages

Bredon Hill can be seen in the background on the other side of the River Avon.

Philip Halling

Bredon Field Farm

Bredon Field Farm viewed from Mill Lane. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.

Philip Halling

The M5 junction 8

View to the south from the bridge carrying Mill Lane. Bredon Field Farm can be seen above the white lorry, one mile south of this junction the M5 crosses the River Avon which at the time of this picture was in flood. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.

Philip Halling