Whitchurch

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Whitchurch

Whitchurch is a charming market town located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated on the border between England and Wales, it lies approximately 20 miles north of the county town of Shrewsbury.

With a population of around 9,700, Whitchurch offers a friendly and tight-knit community atmosphere. The town is known for its picturesque setting, surrounded by beautiful countryside and rolling hills. It boasts a rich history, dating back to Roman times, and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks.

One of the town's notable attractions is St. Alkmund's Church, a Grade I listed building that dates back to the 12th century. Other architectural gems include the Old Grammar School and the distinctive clock tower on the High Street.

Whitchurch is also renowned for its vibrant market scene. The town holds a weekly market every Friday, where locals and visitors can browse an array of stalls offering fresh produce, clothing, crafts, and much more. Additionally, the town hosts regular farmers' markets and antique fairs, drawing in crowds from across the region.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of green spaces surrounding Whitchurch. Jubilee Park, located near the town center, provides a tranquil escape with its well-maintained gardens, playgrounds, and tennis courts. The nearby Brown Moss Nature Reserve is a haven for wildlife, offering scenic walking trails through marshes and woodland.

With its historic charm, thriving market culture, and picturesque surroundings, Whitchurch is a delightful destination for both residents and visitors seeking a taste of quintessential Shropshire life.

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Whitchurch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.969551/-2.6841695 or Grid Reference SJ5441. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A41 Whitchurch bypass near Oakfields

Peter Whatley

Road narrows ahead

Two lanes are provided from the A41/B5395 roundabout at the southern edge of Whitchurch, but both flows must merge before the next roundabout. It's something of a mystery why two lanes are not provided throughout, since two lanes again exist at the next roundabout just 300 yards ahead.

Peter Whatley

Bridge over the railway, B5395

Originally the main road into Whitchurch from the south, but now bypassed.

Peter Whatley

B5395 - view from the railway bridge

Peter Whatley

A41 south of Tilstock Road roundabout

John Firth

B5476 Tilstock Road

Colin Pyle

Bridge over A41 near Belton

The A41 road runs from London to Birkenhead. It passes through or near various towns and cities including Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Aylesbury, Solihull, Birmingham, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Newport, Whitchurch, Chester and Ellesmere Port. With the opening of the M40 in 1990 much of the route was downgraded. Wikipedia: Link

David Smith

Wrexham Road (A525) west of Whitchurch

David Smith

Watergate

Watergate in Whitchurch.

Peter McDermott

St Alkmund's Church

St Alkmund's Church in Whitchurch.

Peter McDermott

Jubilee Park

The bandstand in Jubilee Park, Whitchurch.

Peter McDermott

Through a window of St Alkmund's church

Solidarity with Ukraine in Whitchurch.

Mike Parker

Walker's bakery, Whitchurch

Of the many beautiful sights on Whitchurch High Street, this exuberant shop frontage on a half-timbered building was my favourite.

Mike Parker

The Railway Spice

Bar and Hotel in Whitchurch.

Wayland Smith

Fairways Drive

New housing on the edge of Whitchurch.

Wayland Smith

Layby on the A41 Whitchurch Bypass

The A41 is one of the UK’s longer A-roads. It runs for 204 miles between London and Birkenhead via the West Midlands. The road still remains largely primary although following completion of the M40 in the 1990s, the route of the A41 between Bicester and Solihull was bypassed and the road downgraded to persuade traffic onto the new motorway. The majority of the old route is now the B4100. Link

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David Dixon

Llangollen Canal on the fringe of Whitchurch

Glorious canal path on The Shropshire Way, on a fabulously bright Spring morning. The gorse flowers were giving off their delicious coconut scent in the morning sun.

Andrew Shannon

Lift bridge over the Llangollen Canal at the Whitchurch junction

This bridge was in action for both pedestrians and canal boats today. It would have been a very busy crossing point in the 19th century when the canal was a major trading route into and out of Whitchurch.

Andrew Shannon

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Whitchurch is located at Grid Ref: SJ5441 (Lat: 52.969551, Lng: -2.6841695)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Merica