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Abdon and Heath

Civil Parish in Shropshire

England

Abdon and Heath

Arable land, Corvedale A recently cultivated field.
Arable land, Corvedale Credit: Richard Webb

Abdon and Heath is a civil parish located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is nestled in the picturesque South Shropshire Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The parish covers an area of approximately 6 square miles and has a population of around 200 people.

The parish consists of two main settlements, Abdon and Heath, which are situated a short distance apart. Abdon is a small village, characterized by its charming stone cottages and traditional English countryside atmosphere. It is home to the historic St. Margaret's Church, which dates back to the 12th century and boasts a beautiful Norman font.

Heath, on the other hand, is a smaller hamlet within the parish. It is surrounded by rolling hills and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The area is known for its agricultural heritage, with many of the residents being involved in farming or related industries.

The parish is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The South Shropshire Hills offer numerous walking and cycling trails, providing opportunities to explore the stunning landscapes and encounter a variety of wildlife. The area is also popular for birdwatching, with several rare and endangered species being spotted in the vicinity.

Although Abdon and Heath may be small in size, they offer a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. The close-knit community values its rural character and takes pride in preserving the natural beauty of the area.

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Abdon and Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.483323/-2.640722 or Grid Reference SO5687. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arable land, Corvedale A recently cultivated field.
Arable land, Corvedale
A recently cultivated field.
Grassland beneath the Brown Clee Pasture at Lower Earnstrey.
Grassland beneath the Brown Clee
Pasture at Lower Earnstrey.
Oak, Corvedale
Oak, Corvedale
Ash pile Remains of some hedging work. There is a small area of hazel wood here around a brook. The soil is red from the sandstones which underlie the dolerite caps and coal measures of the Clee Hills.
Ash pile
Remains of some hedging work. There is a small area of hazel wood here around a brook. The soil is red from the sandstones which underlie the dolerite caps and coal measures of the Clee Hills.
Lambs under the Brown Clee Grassland near Abdon.
Lambs under the Brown Clee
Grassland near Abdon.
Grown out hedge, Abdon
Grown out hedge, Abdon
Site of Abdon Beside the church, this the site of the medieval village. Today Abdon is a scattering of farms without any centre, but once there was a nuclear village here. Lost villages are a feature of the uplands around the Clee Hills and Bromyard uplands. Nearby are other examples like Bitterley and Holdgate.
Site of Abdon
Beside the church, this the site of the medieval village. Today Abdon is a scattering of farms without any centre, but once there was a nuclear village here. Lost villages are a feature of the uplands around the Clee Hills and Bromyard uplands. Nearby are other examples like Bitterley and Holdgate.
Minor road, Abdon Car parking space outside the church.
Minor road, Abdon
Car parking space outside the church.
Ewe and lambs Grazing for sheep, the usual land use here with a long history.
Ewe and lambs
Grazing for sheep, the usual land use here with a long history.
Sheep, Tugford A field beside the Tugford Brook.
Sheep, Tugford
A field beside the Tugford Brook.
Lane, Tugford Snow slow to clear, especially on north facing slopes.
Lane, Tugford
Snow slow to clear, especially on north facing slopes.
Tugford Tugford is one of many very small or even in some cases vanished villages found in the Clee Hills and Corvedale.
Tugford
Tugford is one of many very small or even in some cases vanished villages found in the Clee Hills and Corvedale.
Tugford The telephone box is still going.
Tugford
The telephone box is still going.
Tugford The direction of Ludlow at the foot of the dale. The church is off shot to the left.
Tugford
The direction of Ludlow at the foot of the dale. The church is off shot to the left.
Village notice board, Tugford
Village notice board, Tugford
Ewes and lambs, Tugford Not a lot of grass, for the reason - note the snow patches.
Ewes and lambs, Tugford
Not a lot of grass, for the reason - note the snow patches.
Snow drifts, Abdon Deep snow deposited in a sunken lane.
Snow drifts, Abdon
Deep snow deposited in a sunken lane.
St Catherine, Tugford Wondrously ancient and unrestored church a million miles from anywhere. A blissful location.
St Catherine, Tugford
Wondrously ancient and unrestored church a million miles from anywhere. A blissful location.
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Abdon and Heath is located at Grid Ref: SO5687 (Lat: 52.483323, Lng: -2.640722)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

What 3 Words

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