Dunston

Civil Parish in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Dunston

Canalside Cottage near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire By the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
There is no actual road access to the premises; just a strengthened towpath.
Canalside Cottage near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire Credit: Roger D Kidd

Dunston is a civil parish located in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 6 miles southwest of the city of Stoke-on-Trent and covers an area of around 2 square miles. The parish is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district.

Dunston is a predominantly rural area, characterized by rolling hills and picturesque countryside. It is home to a small population of around 500 residents. The parish consists of a cluster of houses and farms, with a few small businesses and amenities serving the local community.

The village of Dunston has a long history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086. It was originally an agricultural settlement, relying heavily on farming and livestock rearing. Today, farming still plays a significant role in the local economy, with several working farms dotting the landscape.

Despite its rural setting, Dunston is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The A51 road runs through the parish, providing easy access to major transportation routes. The nearby city of Stoke-on-Trent offers a wide range of amenities, including shopping centers, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Dunston is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The area boasts several walking and cycling routes, as well as opportunities for fishing and horse riding. The nearby Peak District National Park offers further recreational possibilities for residents and visitors alike.

In summary, Dunston is a small rural parish in Staffordshire, known for its picturesque countryside, farming heritage, and proximity to larger towns and cities.

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Canalside Cottage near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire By the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
There is no actual road access to the premises; just a strengthened towpath.
Canalside Cottage near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire
By the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. There is no actual road access to the premises; just a strengthened towpath.
Canalside Cottage near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire By the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
There is no actual road access to the premises; just a strengthened towpath.
Canalside Cottage near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire
By the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. There is no actual road access to the premises; just a strengthened towpath.
Canal near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire Looking south towards Penkridge, this is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near the southern part of Acton Trussell (off to the left). The large overhanging tree has been felled since the image was obtained.
Canal near Acton Trussell in Staffordshire
Looking south towards Penkridge, this is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near the southern part of Acton Trussell (off to the left). The large overhanging tree has been felled since the image was obtained.
Farmland and motorway near Acton Trussell, Staffordshire Looking west-south-west from the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. Cockpit Plantation is on the left. The M6 motorway crosses the view, and just below it, the River Penk (hidden) meanders, flowing from left to right.
Farmland and motorway near Acton Trussell, Staffordshire
Looking west-south-west from the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. Cockpit Plantation is on the left. The M6 motorway crosses the view, and just below it, the River Penk (hidden) meanders, flowing from left to right.
Staffordshire farmland near Dunston Looking west from the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The M6 motorway is  about 340 metres away. The River Penk meanders from left to right across the view, about 150 metres away.
Staffordshire farmland near Dunston
Looking west from the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The M6 motorway is about 340 metres away. The River Penk meanders from left to right across the view, about 150 metres away.
The valley of the River Penk With the M6 on the west side and the Staffs & Worcs canal on the east side. The land is 80-85 metres above sea level.
The valley of the River Penk
With the M6 on the west side and the Staffs & Worcs canal on the east side. The land is 80-85 metres above sea level.
Through Gate to Field of Grass Looking across field to Cannock Chase, the communications towers at Pye Green  can be seen in the distance.
Through Gate to Field of Grass
Looking across field to Cannock Chase, the communications towers at Pye Green can be seen in the distance.
Looking over Pool to House
Looking over Pool to House
Collecting Yard and Cattle Crush, Levedale Farm
Collecting Yard and Cattle Crush, Levedale Farm
Green Pool at Willow Farm
Green Pool at Willow Farm
Dunston The picturesque church on the A449 at Dunston, a tiny village just by junction 13 of the M6 motorway.
Dunston
The picturesque church on the A449 at Dunston, a tiny village just by junction 13 of the M6 motorway.
Coppenhall Church St Lawrence's, described by Pevsner as 'the perfect 13C village church, small but with great dignity.'  The bell-turret is a Victorian addition.
Coppenhall Church
St Lawrence's, described by Pevsner as 'the perfect 13C village church, small but with great dignity.' The bell-turret is a Victorian addition.
Argos Home Delivery at  Acton Gate Home delivery Regional Distribution Centre, the smallest of three!
Argos Home Delivery at Acton Gate
Home delivery Regional Distribution Centre, the smallest of three!
entry to the  N bound M6 Junc 13 Dunston behind and Stafford under the bridge

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/249268">SJ9218 : The entry to the N bound M6 Junc 13 ...</a>
entry to the N bound M6 Junc 13
Dunston behind and Stafford under the bridge See also SJ9218 : The entry to the N bound M6 Junc 13 ...
A449 near Home Farm A449 just south of Dunston Home farm on the left
A449 near Home Farm
A449 just south of Dunston Home farm on the left
St. James, Acton Trussell <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://churches.lichfield.anglican.org/penkridge/actont/acton.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://churches.lichfield.anglican.org/penkridge/actont/acton.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St. James, Acton Trussell
Farmhouse, Hay House Farm
Farmhouse, Hay House Farm
Hope Farm
Hope Farm
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Dunston is located at Grid Ref: SJ9117 (Lat: 52.756269, Lng: -2.127279)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Post Box
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Operator: Royal Mail
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Power: pole
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