Wooton

Settlement in Shropshire

England

Wooton

Quatt - St Andrew's Church Dating back to Saxon times the church was restored in 1763. The west gallery and organ date from 1950s. — Quatt - St Andrew's Church Credit: Tony Bailey

Wootton is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles north of the market town of Bridgnorth, Wootton is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is known for its rural charm.

The village itself is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The architecture in Wootton is predominantly traditional, with many older buildings made from local sandstone. The village has a tranquil atmosphere, with narrow lanes and a peaceful ambiance.

Wootton is known for its historic church, St. Andrew's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church features an impressive tower and stained glass windows, and is a popular destination for both locals and visitors interested in the area's heritage.

The village also boasts a primary school, providing education for children in the area. Additionally, Wootton is home to a village hall which serves as a hub for various community events and gatherings.

Surrounded by rolling hills and idyllic countryside, Wootton offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Nearby, visitors can find numerous walking and cycling routes, allowing them to appreciate the natural beauty of Shropshire.

Overall, Wootton is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. With its rich history, close-knit community, and beautiful surroundings, Wootton is a hidden gem in the heart of Shropshire.

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Quatt - St Andrew's Church Dating back to Saxon times the church was restored in 1763. The west gallery and organ date from 1950s.

Quatt - St Andrew's Church

Dating back to Saxon times the church was restored in 1763. The west gallery and organ date from 1950s.

Sandstone. Old Quarry, Tuckhill, Shropshire Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone. This detail of the rock face shows clear strata.

Sandstone. Old Quarry, Tuckhill, Shropshire

Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone. This detail of the rock face shows clear strata.

Sheep grazing in Gatacre Park, Shropshire Looking east from near the bridleway.

Sheep grazing in Gatacre Park, Shropshire

Looking east from near the bridleway.

Old Sandstone Quarry near Tuckhill in Shropshire Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone.* The quarry face, only twenty metres from the road, is about 6 metres high.

* Now referred to as Kidderminster Formation sandstone.

Old Sandstone Quarry near Tuckhill in Shropshire

Triassic (Bunter) Sandstone.* The quarry face, only twenty metres from the road, is about 6 metres high. * Now referred to as Kidderminster Formation sandstone.

Grazing, near Tuckhill, Shropshire

Grazing, near Tuckhill, Shropshire

The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire A fine church in a spectacular location, surrounded by mixed very mature woodland, some of the trees being centuries old. Maybe the disused quarry less than 80 metres away supplied some of the stone used.

The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire

A fine church in a spectacular location, surrounded by mixed very mature woodland, some of the trees being centuries old. Maybe the disused quarry less than 80 metres away supplied some of the stone used.

Building, Oak, and Pond. Tuckhill Farm The 88 Northing line goes right through the pond!!

Building, Oak, and Pond. Tuckhill Farm

The 88 Northing line goes right through the pond!!

The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire

The Church of the Holy Innocents, Tuckhill, Shropshire

Pine Trees and Grazing, Gatacre Park, Shropshire The park has extensive grazing land, today supporting a few horses, and some ewes with their lambs.

Pine Trees and Grazing, Gatacre Park, Shropshire

The park has extensive grazing land, today supporting a few horses, and some ewes with their lambs.

Pool, Pine and Grazing, Gatacre Park, Shropshire Although the OS 1:50000 marks and names this a parkland, it does not appear to have public access except by designated footpaths.

Pool, Pine and Grazing, Gatacre Park, Shropshire

Although the OS 1:50000 marks and names this a parkland, it does not appear to have public access except by designated footpaths.

Grazing, Gatacre Park, Shropshire Though designated &quot;park or ornamental ground&quot; by O.S., this idyllic area is not open to the public, except by the designated public footpaths. The undulating and oak-strewn grazing land reveals its sandstone soil origin at the pools&#039; edges.

Grazing, Gatacre Park, Shropshire

Though designated "park or ornamental ground" by O.S., this idyllic area is not open to the public, except by the designated public footpaths. The undulating and oak-strewn grazing land reveals its sandstone soil origin at the pools' edges.

Cattle and sheep north of Birdsgreen in Shropshire Cows and calves, ewes and lambs; contentment on a sunny spring day near Coton Farm.

Cattle and sheep north of Birdsgreen in Shropshire

Cows and calves, ewes and lambs; contentment on a sunny spring day near Coton Farm.

Kingsnordley Farm with fishpool, Shropshire Diversification in this square, and the one to the north, includes a string of around a dozen medium sized pools dedicated to angling.

Kingsnordley Farm with fishpool, Shropshire

Diversification in this square, and the one to the north, includes a string of around a dozen medium sized pools dedicated to angling.

Byway near Quatt in Shropshire Looking north-north-west towards Quatt, this unsurfaced track is classified as a byway open to all traffic. It runs about two miles through the fields from Birdsgreen.

Byway near Quatt in Shropshire

Looking north-north-west towards Quatt, this unsurfaced track is classified as a byway open to all traffic. It runs about two miles through the fields from Birdsgreen.

Crop fields near Quatt in Shropshire Looking north-west towards Quatt, Cereals and rape dominate the fields round here, with some ground set aside for grazing. The A442 is off to the right of the hedge.

Crop fields near Quatt in Shropshire

Looking north-west towards Quatt, Cereals and rape dominate the fields round here, with some ground set aside for grazing. The A442 is off to the right of the hedge.

Old barn in Wooton, Shropshire Not converted yet, but are its days numbered?

December 2023 update: Yes they were! It has been converted into two residences (circa 2016-2017) called Gable End Barn and Meadow Barn. Purchase cost in 2017? £1,050,000 for the two!
A third newbuild &quot;barn&quot; is now off to the right, which was £630,000.

Old barn in Wooton, Shropshire

Not converted yet, but are its days numbered? December 2023 update: Yes they were! It has been converted into two residences (circa 2016-2017) called Gable End Barn and Meadow Barn. Purchase cost in 2017? £1,050,000 for the two! A third newbuild "barn" is now off to the right, which was £630,000.

Grazing, Wooton, Shropshire

Grazing, Wooton, Shropshire

Story book cottage in Wooton, Shropshire Stone House is by Duken Lane. I promise I haven&#039;t lifted this from a child&#039;s story book. It&#039;s as real as the chickens in the yard!

Story book cottage in Wooton, Shropshire

Stone House is by Duken Lane. I promise I haven't lifted this from a child's story book. It's as real as the chickens in the yard!

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Wooton is located at Grid Ref: SO7788 (Lat: 52.496234, Lng: -2.338312)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Lat/Long: 52.498869/-2.341995

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