Walton-on-the-Hill

Settlement in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Walton-on-the-Hill

Southern end of the bridleway The track from Walton on the Hill, which runs in a generally southeasterly direction, emerges here onto Sawpit Lane at Brocton.
Southern end of the bridleway Credit: Richard Law

Walton-on-the-Hill is a quaint village located in Staffordshire, England. Situated on the outskirts of Stafford, the village offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. With a population of approximately 1,500 people, it maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, with rolling hills and stunning countryside views. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, who enjoy exploring the numerous walking and cycling routes in the area. The nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities such as hiking and wildlife spotting.

Walton-on-the-Hill has a rich history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Roman era. The village is home to several historical landmarks, including the beautiful 12th-century St. Thomas and St. Andrew's Church. This charming church is a focal point of the village and attracts visitors with its stunning architecture and peaceful ambience.

In terms of amenities, Walton-on-the-Hill has a small selection of local shops, including a convenience store and a post office, catering to the needs of its residents. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the local children.

Overall, Walton-on-the-Hill is a delightful village that offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, making it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

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Walton-on-the-Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.78528/-2.0650035 or Grid Reference SJ9520. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Southern end of the bridleway The track from Walton on the Hill, which runs in a generally southeasterly direction, emerges here onto Sawpit Lane at Brocton.
Southern end of the bridleway
The track from Walton on the Hill, which runs in a generally southeasterly direction, emerges here onto Sawpit Lane at Brocton.
Dovecot at Brocton Hall In the grounds of Brocton Hall, which is now the golf club, this 18th century former dovecot was Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101116692-dovecote-at-brocton-hall-brocton#.Yle9wOjMI2w" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101116692-dovecote-at-brocton-hall-brocton#.Yle9wOjMI2w">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1116692" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1116692">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> in 1968.
Dovecot at Brocton Hall
In the grounds of Brocton Hall, which is now the golf club, this 18th century former dovecot was Grade II listed LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1968.
Brocton Hall Originally the 18th century hall had a third floor, but this was lost to a fire around the start of WWII, and was never rebuilt. The hall is now the clubhouse of the golf club, and attracted a Grade II listing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101116688-brocton-hall-brocton#.Yle__ujMI2w" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101116688-brocton-hall-brocton#.Yle__ujMI2w">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1116688" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1116688">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> in 1953.
Brocton Hall
Originally the 18th century hall had a third floor, but this was lost to a fire around the start of WWII, and was never rebuilt. The hall is now the clubhouse of the golf club, and attracted a Grade II listing LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1953.
Ruins of a medieval building behind Brocton Hall Tucked away, attached to the wall of the large rear kitchen garden of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7146661">SJ9619 : Brocton Hall</a>, these stone arches are the remains of an unknown building that once lay somewhere nearby. Despite the lack of detail, they were Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101116745-ruins-to-north-west-of-brocton-hall-brocton#.YlfBVujMI2w" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101116745-ruins-to-north-west-of-brocton-hall-brocton#.YlfBVujMI2w">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1116745" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1116745">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> in 1968.
Ruins of a medieval building behind Brocton Hall
Tucked away, attached to the wall of the large rear kitchen garden of SJ9619 : Brocton Hall, these stone arches are the remains of an unknown building that once lay somewhere nearby. Despite the lack of detail, they were Grade II listed LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1968.
Filling station on the Cannock Road, A34, at Newtown Petrol at this point in time was for sale at £1.239 per litre, with diesel a few pence more than that.
Filling station on the Cannock Road, A34, at Newtown
Petrol at this point in time was for sale at £1.239 per litre, with diesel a few pence more than that.
Drain in a pasture field The field is criss-crossed with drains, which are also shown on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1880.
Drain in a pasture field
The field is criss-crossed with drains, which are also shown on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1880.
Canal and farmland south of Wildwood, Stafford This shows the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, looking south-west towards Deptmore (Deepmore) Lock.
Canal and farmland south of Wildwood, Stafford
This shows the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, looking south-west towards Deptmore (Deepmore) Lock.
Junction of A34 and Sawpit Lane and the way to Penkridge
Junction of A34 and Sawpit Lane
and the way to Penkridge
Acton Hill Farm Could view bag the hill in the distance as well???
Acton Hill Farm
Could view bag the hill in the distance as well???
Newtown from the 7 stars Industrial estate outside Newtown, as viewed from the carpark of the Seven Stars at Brocton
Newtown from the 7 stars
Industrial estate outside Newtown, as viewed from the carpark of the Seven Stars at Brocton
Seven Stars at Brocton Public house
Seven Stars at Brocton
Public house
The Green, Brocton
The Green, Brocton
Village Green, Brocton
Village Green, Brocton
All Saints, Brocton
All Saints, Brocton
All Saints, Brocton
All Saints, Brocton
The Green, Brocton
The Green, Brocton
Park Lane Looking up towards its junction with Walton Lane.
Park Lane
Looking up towards its junction with Walton Lane.
Acton Hill Farm
Acton Hill Farm
Show me another place!

Walton-on-the-Hill is located at Grid Ref: SJ9520 (Lat: 52.78528, Lng: -2.0650035)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.78528,-2.0650035
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High School
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Bus: yes
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Cedar Way
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Post Box
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Post Box
Ref: ST17 186
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Walton Rise
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Stafford Chiropractic Clinic
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Post Box
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Walton on the Hill
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Information Board
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Crossing
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