Blithfield

Civil Parish in Staffordshire East Staffordshire

England

Blithfield

Blythfield Reservoir Complete with a stack of logs. — Blythfield Reservoir Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Blithfield is a civil parish located in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 9 miles west of the city of Lichfield and 4 miles east of the town of Rugeley. The parish covers an area of around 9 square miles and is surrounded by picturesque countryside.

The village of Blithfield is the main settlement within the parish and is home to a small population. It has a charming and peaceful atmosphere, with traditional stone houses and a historic church, St. Leonard's, dating back to the 12th century. The church is a prominent feature of the village and attracts visitors interested in its architecture and history.

Blithfield is renowned for its natural beauty, with the Blithfield Reservoir being a prominent landmark in the area. The reservoir covers an area of approximately 790 acres and is a popular spot for water activities such as sailing and fishing. It is also a haven for wildlife, with various species of birds and other animals inhabiting its shores.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and horse riding. There are several designated footpaths and bridleways that crisscross the area, allowing visitors to explore the stunning landscapes and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

Overall, Blithfield is a tranquil and picturesque civil parish in Staffordshire, offering a charming village, a historic church, and a beautiful reservoir. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat and a connection with nature.

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Blithfield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.820586/-1.933131 or Grid Reference SK0424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blythfield Reservoir

Complete with a stack of logs.

Jonathan Billinger

Blithfield, St Leonard

Dave Kelly

Blithfield Reservoir

A spring evening, dull rainy heavily cloudy weather all day and with a steady south-easterly breeze. Perfect for bringing down passing migrants, and sure enough my 'scope revealed nearly 70 Common/Arctic Terns (of which all I could certainly identify were Arctic) and 3 Black Terns, all beating to and fro low over the water of the north basin.

Jonathan Hutchins

Causeway of Blithfield Reservoir

Jonathan Hutchins

Lea Road at Lea Heath Farm

Looking south-eastward.

Peter Wood

Blithfield Reservoir

The view across the reservoir from Watery Lane shows one of two boats with people fishing in the rain. The right hand edge shows the causeway across the reservoir that carries the B5013. As we drove across the causeway and also whilst we stopped to take the photo there were large numbers of Swift swooping low over the water. I presume they were catching insects to stock up their body reserves after the long migration from Africa.

Malcolm Neal