Badsey

Civil Parish in Worcestershire Wychavon

England

Badsey

Across the road The footpath crosses Stoneford Lane. — Across the road Credit: Michael Dibb

Badsey is a civil parish located in the county of Worcestershire, England. It is situated about three miles east of Evesham and is part of the Wychavon district. The parish covers an area of approximately 668 acres and has a population of around 2,700 people.

The village of Badsey has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to Roman times. It is known for its agricultural heritage, particularly in the cultivation of asparagus and fruit orchards. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with the Cotswolds to the south and the Vale of Evesham to the west.

Badsey has a range of amenities to serve its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, and a local shop. The village also has a strong sense of community, with various clubs and societies offering opportunities for social interaction and engagement.

One notable feature of Badsey is its well-preserved traditional architecture, with many historic buildings and thatched cottages adding to its charm. The village is also home to the St. James' Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 12th century.

In terms of transportation, Badsey has good road links, with the A46 providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The village is also served by regular bus services, connecting it to the wider region.

Overall, Badsey is a picturesque and historic village that offers a close-knit community, beautiful countryside surroundings, and a range of amenities for its residents to enjoy.

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Badsey Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.085514/-1.887884 or Grid Reference SP0743. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Across the road

The footpath crosses Stoneford Lane.

Michael Dibb

Produce store

Three large warehouse type buildings make up this produce storage facility for Planet Produce.

Michael Dibb

St. James's church Badsey

A rare shaft of sunlight illuminates the east end of this village church in the Vale of Evesham.

Jonathan Billinger

Footpath to Wickhamford church

Heading north from the Evesham Road.

Jonathan Billinger

Cottages in Wickhamford

Victorian, and older, farm cottages at the church end of the village.

Jonathan Billinger

Taking the springer out

An afternoon dog-walking near Badsey.

Jonathan Billinger

Sands Lane

Also a bridleway, looking towards Badsey.

Jonathan Billinger

Edwardian villas, Badsey

Substantial village houses opposite the church.

Jonathan Billinger

Footpath to Back Lane

A small piece of Evesham Vale pasture land.

Jonathan Billinger

Main Street, Bretforton

A black-and-white house viewed from the Drinkwater Lane junction.

Jonathan Billinger

Houses at Blackminster Crossroads

These houses are at the crossroads where the B4085 is crossed by the minor road from Offenham to Honeybourne. The track to the right of the houses leads to an industrial estate.

Nigel Mykura

Shops on Badsey High St

The shops are right on the very edge of the square so that the grid line follows the line of the pavement. The shops are in SP 0643 but the road in front of them is in SP0743

Nigel Mykura

Houses in Chapel St

This row of red brick Victorian terraced houses is on Chapel St next to Sands Lane which can just be seen going off on the left foreground.

Nigel Mykura

Old Barn at Wickhamford

This old barn is one of the old agricultural buildings associated with the old Manor House which is just round the corner. It is just off the road to Badsey.

Nigel Mykura