Fulford

Civil Parish in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Fulford

Electricity Substation Serving the nearby Indesit factory at Blythe Bridge
Electricity Substation Credit: John Thorn

Fulford is a civil parish located in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles east of the city of Stafford and covers an area of about 4 square miles. The parish is primarily rural, characterized by rolling countryside and picturesque landscapes.

The village of Fulford itself is small and charming, with a population of around 500 residents. It features a mix of traditional and modern architecture, including several historic buildings that add to its character. The centerpiece of the village is St. Nicholas Church, a beautiful medieval structure that dates back to the 12th century.

Despite its small size, Fulford offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a post office, and a local pub. The village also has a strong sense of community, with various social and recreational activities organized throughout the year.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as walking, hiking, and cycling. The village is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links ensuring easy access to amenities and employment opportunities.

Fulford is a peaceful and idyllic location, ideal for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle. Its close-knit community, beautiful landscapes, and range of amenities make it a desirable place to live for both families and retirees.

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Fulford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.947979/-2.077849 or Grid Reference SJ9438. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Electricity Substation Serving the nearby Indesit factory at Blythe Bridge
Electricity Substation
Serving the nearby Indesit factory at Blythe Bridge
The Meir Heath (East) milepost in its setting That lamppost is situated immediately in front of the old milepost; how insensitive is that?
The Meir Heath (East) milepost in its setting
That lamppost is situated immediately in front of the old milepost; how insensitive is that?
The Meir Heath (East) milepost - partial detail Who in their right mind would plant a lamppost directly in front of the old milepost? Honestly!
The Meir Heath (East) milepost - partial detail
Who in their right mind would plant a lamppost directly in front of the old milepost? Honestly!
The Meir Heath (East) milepost - partial detail Who in their right mind would plant a lamppost directly in front of the old milepost? Honestly! It doesn't make for easy photography...
The Meir Heath (East) milepost - partial detail
Who in their right mind would plant a lamppost directly in front of the old milepost? Honestly! It doesn't make for easy photography...
The Entrance to Mount Nurseries
The Entrance to Mount Nurseries
Country lane near Fulford The lane runs from Stallington towards Moss Gate.
Country lane near Fulford
The lane runs from Stallington towards Moss Gate.
The northern side of Fulford
The northern side of Fulford
A footpath leading into Stallington A rural footpath from the church at Fulford, back to Stallington.
A footpath leading into Stallington
A rural footpath from the church at Fulford, back to Stallington.
Sheep in pasture fields near Fulford
Sheep in pasture fields near Fulford
Severn Trent's pumping station at Fulford
Severn Trent's pumping station at Fulford
Crossroads of lanes NW of Fulford
Crossroads of lanes NW of Fulford
Farm buildings outside Fulford Most of the barns have been (or are in the throes of being) converted to residential use.
Farm buildings outside Fulford
Most of the barns have been (or are in the throes of being) converted to residential use.
A beech stump on the path between Fulford and Stallington Two of the massive beeches alongside this path survive (one is behind me) - the third exists only as this stump.
A beech stump on the path between Fulford and Stallington
Two of the massive beeches alongside this path survive (one is behind me) - the third exists only as this stump.
Stallington Hall Stallington Hall (a.k.a. Stallington Grange) a formerly grand house, which belonged to Sir Smith Child, the MP for North Staffs in the 1850s and West Staffs in the 1870s. The hall was sold to Stoke on Trent City Council in the 1920s, whereupon it was converted to a hospital for the mentally infirm.
Despite the highly parlous state of the building, it remains Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-468845-stallington-hall-hospital-and-attached-s" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-468845-stallington-hall-hospital-and-attached-s">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> The photo was taken by squeezing between a hoarding and the front fence at the site
Stallington Hall
Stallington Hall (a.k.a. Stallington Grange) a formerly grand house, which belonged to Sir Smith Child, the MP for North Staffs in the 1850s and West Staffs in the 1870s. The hall was sold to Stoke on Trent City Council in the 1920s, whereupon it was converted to a hospital for the mentally infirm. Despite the highly parlous state of the building, it remains Listed LinkExternal link The photo was taken by squeezing between a hoarding and the front fence at the site
Housing and play area in Stallington New developments within the former grounds of Stallington Hall, once a country house and more recently a mental hospital. The hall itself is currently derelict.
Housing and play area in Stallington
New developments within the former grounds of Stallington Hall, once a country house and more recently a mental hospital. The hall itself is currently derelict.
The Greyhound Inn - Saverley Green
The Greyhound Inn - Saverley Green
Saverley Green Road
Saverley Green Road
Bus Stop outside Fulford Village Hall
Bus Stop outside Fulford Village Hall
Show me another place!

Fulford is located at Grid Ref: SJ9438 (Lat: 52.947979, Lng: -2.077849)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.947979,-2.077849
Addr Housename: Stallington Hall
Lat/Long: 52.9503244/-2.0813626
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.9523256/-2.0784767
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