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Hampton in Arden

Civil Parish in Warwickshire Solihull

England

Hampton in Arden

St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden The Parish Church of St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden.
St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden Credit: Julian Dowse

Hampton in Arden is a civil parish located in the county of Warwickshire, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles southeast of Birmingham and 10 miles northwest of Warwick. The village is nestled in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside.

The history of Hampton in Arden dates back to medieval times, with evidence of human settlement in the area since the Roman era. The village is known for its beautiful architecture, with many timber-framed buildings and thatched cottages still standing today. The local parish church, St. Mary and St. Bartholomew, is a prominent feature of the village, dating back to the 14th century.

The village offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, with a close-knit community and a range of amenities. There are several pubs, a village shop, and a post office, providing essential services to residents. The village also has a primary school, making it an attractive location for families.

Hampton in Arden benefits from excellent transport links, with its own train station providing direct access to Birmingham, Coventry, and London. The village is also well-connected by road, with easy access to the M42 and M6 motorways.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, including walking, cycling, and horse riding. Nearby attractions include Packwood House, a National Trust property renowned for its beautiful gardens, and the Warwickshire Golf and Country Club.

Overall, Hampton in Arden is a charming and historic village, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

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St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden The Parish Church of St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden.
St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden
The Parish Church of St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden.
St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden The Parish Church of St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden.
St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden
St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden The Parish Church of St Mary & St Bartholomew, Hampton-in-Arden.
Hampton in Arden from the air The Parish Church of Saint Mary and Saint Bartholomew can be seen near the centre of the photo. Viewed on approach to Birmingham from a flight from Prague.
Hampton in Arden from the air
The Parish Church of Saint Mary and Saint Bartholomew can be seen near the centre of the photo. Viewed on approach to Birmingham from a flight from Prague.
Hampton in Arden from the air The railway line which bisects the village can be seen on the right. Viewed on approach to Birmingham from a flight from Prague.
Hampton in Arden from the air
The railway line which bisects the village can be seen on the right. Viewed on approach to Birmingham from a flight from Prague.
Entrance to HS2 contractor's site Entrance to the Skanska Construction site, which is carefully sentried by a man in a small shelter just inside the gate (that part of is job is basically to book visiting traffic in and out of the site)
Entrance to HS2 contractor's site
Entrance to the Skanska Construction site, which is carefully sentried by a man in a small shelter just inside the gate (that part of is job is basically to book visiting traffic in and out of the site)
Hampton in Arden station This is the West Coast Main Line, approximately half way between Birmingham New Street and Coventry stations.
Hampton in Arden station
This is the West Coast Main Line, approximately half way between Birmingham New Street and Coventry stations.
Station Road, Hampton in Arden Adjacent to the railway line and station platforms.
Station Road, Hampton in Arden
Adjacent to the railway line and station platforms.
High Street, Hampton in Arden Taken from the junction of Solihull Road, High Street and Marsh Lane this is the historic centre of Hampton in Arden (not geographical centre, note). Hampton in Arden is a pretty village which has not been unnecessarily modernised.
High Street, Hampton in Arden
Taken from the junction of Solihull Road, High Street and Marsh Lane this is the historic centre of Hampton in Arden (not geographical centre, note). Hampton in Arden is a pretty village which has not been unnecessarily modernised.
Hampton in Arden church Situated on the corner of Solihull Road and High Street, the church was built in C12th and added to over the centuries.
Hampton in Arden church
Situated on the corner of Solihull Road and High Street, the church was built in C12th and added to over the centuries.
High Street, Hampton in Arden This presumably used to be a bakers' shop. A prime example of the retention of historic facades in the village.
High Street, Hampton in Arden
This presumably used to be a bakers' shop. A prime example of the retention of historic facades in the village.
Marsh Lane, Hampton in Arden Once past the houses, Marsh Lane becomes a proper country lane which leads down to the old Packhorse Bridge over the River Blythe.
Marsh Lane, Hampton in Arden
Once past the houses, Marsh Lane becomes a proper country lane which leads down to the old Packhorse Bridge over the River Blythe.
Railway bridge over the River Blythe This is the West Coast Main Line. The wide expanse of water in the foreground is apparently a ford through the River Blythe forming part of Marsh Lane.
Railway bridge over the River Blythe
This is the West Coast Main Line. The wide expanse of water in the foreground is apparently a ford through the River Blythe forming part of Marsh Lane.
The old Packhorse Bridge Crossing the River Blythe, this forms part of the route of Marsh Lane though it is not accessible to vehicles (unless you are lucky with the gates either side). There is a ford through the river in the foreground of the picture.
The old Packhorse Bridge
Crossing the River Blythe, this forms part of the route of Marsh Lane though it is not accessible to vehicles (unless you are lucky with the gates either side). There is a ford through the river in the foreground of the picture.
Meriden Road, Hampton in Arden Meriden Road is a wide road lined with large houses of various eras. The tiled walls and architecture are typical of large Edwardian houses in the area.
Meriden Road, Hampton in Arden
Meriden Road is a wide road lined with large houses of various eras. The tiled walls and architecture are typical of large Edwardian houses in the area.
River Blythe flood plain This is the flood plain of the River Blythe south of Patrick Bridge and Meriden Road.
River Blythe flood plain
This is the flood plain of the River Blythe south of Patrick Bridge and Meriden Road.
Patrick Bridge This bridge on the Meriden Road crosses the River Blythe. Seen from the south.
Patrick Bridge
This bridge on the Meriden Road crosses the River Blythe. Seen from the south.
National Motor Cycle Museum, Bickenhill, Nr Solihull This museum is located just off the M42 motorway and has recently been completely rebuilt following a devastating fire. It has now re-opened again to the public and is also available as a unique Conference Centre venue
National Motor Cycle Museum, Bickenhill, Nr Solihull
This museum is located just off the M42 motorway and has recently been completely rebuilt following a devastating fire. It has now re-opened again to the public and is also available as a unique Conference Centre venue
Birmingham Motorcycle Museum Conference Centre - I spent the day at the RM Strategic Conference here in March 2006
Birmingham Motorcycle Museum
Conference Centre - I spent the day at the RM Strategic Conference here in March 2006
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Hampton in Arden is located at Grid Ref: SP1981 (Lat: 52.430052, Lng: -1.710475)

Administrative County: West Midlands

District: Solihull

Police Authority: West Midlands

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