Stretton

Settlement in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Stretton

Stretton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles east of Burton upon Trent, it has a population of around 1,500 residents. The village is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural setting.

Stretton boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village's name is derived from the Old English word "strech," meaning a Roman road, indicating its historical importance as a transport route. Today, Stretton is a peaceful and close-knit community, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

The village offers a range of amenities and facilities to its residents. There is a primary school, providing education for children aged 4-11, and a community center that hosts various events and activities. Stretton has a few local shops and a traditional pub, which is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors.

Nature lovers will appreciate the surrounding countryside, which offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, and there are several walking and cycling routes that showcase the area's natural beauty.

Stretton's location also provides easy access to nearby attractions. The historic town of Burton upon Trent is just a short drive away, offering a wider range of amenities, shopping centers, and cultural attractions. Additionally, the Peak District National Park is within reach, providing stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures for those seeking a more active lifestyle.

Overall, Stretton, Staffordshire, is a tranquil and idyllic village that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. With its rich history, beautiful countryside, and friendly community, it is a delightful place to live or visit.

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Stretton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.701154/-2.1737943 or Grid Reference SJ8811. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct

The Stretton Aqueduct carries the Shropshire Union Canal over the A5 Watling Street. It was constructed by Thomas Telford in 1832 at which time this stretch of the canal was known as the Birmingham and Liverpool Junction Canal. It is 30' (9.1 m) over the A5 road, though originally not quite as tall as in 1961–62, the road under it was lowered by c.4' (1.2 m) to allow taller vehicles to pass beneath. It is EH Grade II listed Link

See also SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct and for the view from the A5, see for example SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct

Looking due east along the A5 (Roman Watling Street) from Telford's 1832 aqueduct. See also SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct For the opposite view (from the A5, looking up at the aqueduct) see for example SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal

Rob Farrow

Lychgate, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Congreve Lane and The Ivy House, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Field near The Ivy House, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Stoney Lane, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

St John's church, Stretton

A twelfth century chancel attached to a nineteenth century nave and transepts Link

Jonathan Thacker

St John's church, Stretton, east end

The chancel dates from the twelfth century but the east window is an alteration of the fourteenth century Link

Jonathan Thacker

Houses and bins, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Aqueduct from the canal

Grade II listed. Listing number 1039259. Aqueduct dated 1832. Thomas Telford Engineer. Cast iron box girder span, blue brick abutments with stone dressings. Single segmental arch below girders, taken to concave abutments with roll moulded stone string at springing level and bounded by engaged stone columns, taken up above corbelled stone towpath coping and ornamental cast iron parapet railings to slightly domed cappings. Cast inscription in centre panel of beam reads 'Birmingham and Liverpool Canal Thos'.

Andrew Abbott

Boats moored at Stretton Wharf

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Towards Lapley Wood bridge

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Stretton Aqueduct, Shropshire Union Canal

The text on the iron trough aqueduct proclaims this to be the Birmingham and Liverpool [Junction] Canal, which ran from Nantwich to Autherley Junction outside Wolverhampton and later became part of the Shropshire Union system. The name of the engineer Thomas Telford is below. Telford also engineered the turnpike road that passes beneath it, the A5 London to Holyhead road.

Christopher Hilton

Stretton Aqueduct, Shropshire Union Canal (detail)

Christopher Hilton

Watling Street north of Brewood in Staffordshire

This is the A5 Watling Street, looking west towards Telford and Shrewsbury from the Shropshire Union Canal aqueduct. Before the M54 motorway was built this was a busy and sometimes congested trunk road.

Roger Kidd

Farmland by Watling Street in Staffordshire

This is the A5 Watling Street, looking west towards Telford and Shrewsbury from the Shropshire Union Canal aqueduct near Stretton. Before the M54 motorway was built this was a busy and sometimes congested trunk road. Aquaduct Cottage is on the left. (Yes, aquaduct).

Roger Kidd

Watling Street [A5], from Stretton Aqueduct

The aqueduct railings could do with a repaint. The former Roman road is also a civil parish boundary here - Brewood & Coven to the left/south, Lapley, Stretton & Wheaton Aston to the right/north.

Christine Johnstone