Brinsford

Settlement in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Brinsford

Hedge Stile The Footpath towards Lower Hattons.
Hedge Stile Credit: Gordon Griffiths

Brinsford is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles north of the city of Wolverhampton, Brinsford is nestled between the towns of Featherstone and Shareshill. The village is predominantly residential, with a population of around 1,000 people.

Brinsford is known for its picturesque countryside and peaceful atmosphere. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, providing a tranquil setting for its residents. The nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

Despite its small size, Brinsford has a strong sense of community. The village has a local primary school, providing education for children in the area. There is also a village hall that serves as a hub for various community activities and events. Additionally, Brinsford benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to the M6 and M54 motorways, connecting the village to nearby towns and cities.

Although Brinsford does not have its own shops or amenities, residents can find all the necessary facilities in the nearby towns. Wolverhampton offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, while Featherstone and Shareshill provide convenience stores and local services.

Overall, Brinsford offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside, with the added benefit of being within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

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Brinsford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.646249/-2.121165 or Grid Reference SJ9105. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hedge Stile The Footpath towards Lower Hattons.
Hedge Stile
The Footpath towards Lower Hattons.
HMP Oakwood (previously known as Featherstone 2) Work is progressing steadily on the new 1605 bed Category B prison near Wolverhampton. Completion is expected in April 2012. The three cell blocks will each house 480 inmates. The new prison will share the former Royal Ordnance Factory site with the existing HMP Featherstone Prison and Brinsford Young Offenders Institution.

The prison operated by G4S had the distinction of receiving the worst ever report by the HM Inspector of Prisons in October 2013.
HMP Oakwood (previously known as Featherstone 2)
Work is progressing steadily on the new 1605 bed Category B prison near Wolverhampton. Completion is expected in April 2012. The three cell blocks will each house 480 inmates. The new prison will share the former Royal Ordnance Factory site with the existing HMP Featherstone Prison and Brinsford Young Offenders Institution. The prison operated by G4S had the distinction of receiving the worst ever report by the HM Inspector of Prisons in October 2013.
Footpath from Featherstone Lane
Footpath from Featherstone Lane
Entrance to Featherstone Lane
Entrance to Featherstone Lane
Featherstone Farm Hotel, Featherstone
Featherstone Farm Hotel, Featherstone
Cat and Kittens Lane, Featherstone This road runs between the former ordnance site near Featherstone and the M54, hence the road sign.
Cat and Kittens Lane, Featherstone
This road runs between the former ordnance site near Featherstone and the M54, hence the road sign.
Houses on Brewood Rd, Coven
Houses on Brewood Rd, Coven
Moseley Gate The front gated entrance to Moseley Old Hall.
Moseley Gate
The front gated entrance to Moseley Old Hall.
Moseley Wall Moseley Old Hall front elevation viewed from Moseley Old Hall Lane.
Moseley Wall
Moseley Old Hall front elevation viewed from Moseley Old Hall Lane.
Moseley Old Hall The Knot garden to the side elevation of Moseley Old Hall.
Moseley Old Hall
The Knot garden to the side elevation of Moseley Old Hall.
Behind Moseley Rear elevation of Moseley Old Hall.
Behind Moseley
Rear elevation of Moseley Old Hall.
Moseley Knot Knot garden to the side of Moseley Old Hall.
Moseley Knot
Knot garden to the side of Moseley Old Hall.
Moseley Old Hall Front elevation.
Moseley Old Hall
Front elevation.
Slade Heath Railway Bridge The bridge carries the West Coast Main Line between Wolverhampton and Stafford over the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The canal was built by James Brindley in the 1770s. The bridge deck dates from the 1960s when the line was electrified through to Glasgow.
Slade Heath Railway Bridge
The bridge carries the West Coast Main Line between Wolverhampton and Stafford over the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The canal was built by James Brindley in the 1770s. The bridge deck dates from the 1960s when the line was electrified through to Glasgow.
Bridge 72 - Slade Heath Bridge The bridge carries Old Stafford Road over the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
Bridge 72 - Slade Heath Bridge
The bridge carries Old Stafford Road over the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
Wharf near Slade Heath - Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal The wharf was probably associated with the nearby Slade Heath water pumping station.
Wharf near Slade Heath - Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal
The wharf was probably associated with the nearby Slade Heath water pumping station.
Looking across to Moseley Hall
Looking across to Moseley Hall
Entrance to Moseley Old Hall Lane This narrow lane leads from Moseley Road to Moseley Old Hall.
Entrance to Moseley Old Hall Lane
This narrow lane leads from Moseley Road to Moseley Old Hall.
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Brinsford is located at Grid Ref: SJ9105 (Lat: 52.646249, Lng: -2.121165)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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