Brook End

Settlement in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Brook End

The Carrington Bridge The Carrington Bridge and Worcester&#039;s South Relief road surrounded by floodwater, viewed here from the battlefield viewpoint. — The Carrington Bridge Credit: Philip Halling

Brook End is a small village located in Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles southwest of Worcester, it is nestled in the beautiful countryside of the county. The village is primarily residential, with a population of around 500 inhabitants.

One of the defining features of Brook End is its picturesque surroundings. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills, and dense woodland, offering residents and visitors alike the opportunity to explore and enjoy nature. The nearby River Severn adds to the charm of the area, providing a peaceful backdrop for leisurely walks and fishing.

Despite its small size, Brook End boasts a strong sense of community. The village has a local primary school, which serves the needs of the children in the area. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various community events, such as social gatherings, classes, and meetings.

Transportation to and from Brook End is convenient, with regular bus services connecting the village to Worcester and other nearby towns. The village is also easily accessible by car, with the A44 road passing close by.

Overall, Brook End offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. Its natural beauty and close-knit community make it an attractive place to live for residents who value a sense of belonging and the great outdoors.

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Brook End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.147156/-2.214799 or Grid Reference SO8549. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Carrington Bridge

The Carrington Bridge and Worcester's South Relief road surrounded by floodwater, viewed here from the battlefield viewpoint.

Philip Halling

Housing development

A new housing development beside the A38 near the junction with Worcester's Southern Relief Road. When approaching the Carrington Bridge on the Southern Relief Road from the west these new buildings are very prominent.

Philip Halling

The Ketch roundabout

Philip Halling

Oak tree in floodwater

An oak tree in floodwater from the nearby River Severn and River Teme, near the confluence of these two rivers. This is viewed from the Battle of Worcester viewing platform. The course of the River Teme meanders through these meadows with the trees in the middle distance marking the line of a loop in the Teme. Both these rivers have their source in Wales. At 11,420 square kilometres, 4,410 square miles (including the River Wye and Bristol Avon) the Severn has the largest river catchment area in the United Kingdom. The catchment area of the River Teme is 1,648 square kilometres, 636 square miles, which of course in included in the total catchment of the Severn. The land in which this tree stands is on part of the site of the Battle of Worcester which took place on 3 September 1651. Parliamentarian forces crossed the rivers Teme and Severn on pontoon bridges near their confluence during the battle allowing them to reach the east bank of the Severn. This is the same tree during flooding in 2012 SO8451 : Flooding near Worcester; the spire of the former St Andrew's church (known as Glover's Needle) and Worcester Cathedral can be seen in the distance. Here is a picture of the tree during normal times SO8451 : Oak tree in meadowland.

Philip Halling

Floodwater from the River Severn

Floodwater from the River Severn with the Malvern Hills in the distance, viewed from the Battle of Worcester viewpoint.

Philip Halling

Floodwater around Worcester's Southern Relief Road

Worcester's Southern Relief Road was constructed in the 1980s, originally only a two lane road SO8551 : Carrington Bridge but as traffic volumes increased it became congested, particularly at peak times and at these times I think it was probably quicker to drive through the city centre. Over the last decade or so the road has been dualled in three stages from the Whittington Roundabout in the east, near the M5 junction, to the Powick Roundabout in the west. The section pictured here is the third stage which entailed the construction of a wider embankment crossing the Severn floodplain (and part of the 1651 Battle of Worcester site), and constructing a parallel bridge spanning the River Severn in the foreground. The traffic now flows I'm pleased to say.

Philip Halling

The Malvern Hills viewed from the east

The Malvern Hills viewed from the east near the M5 motorway above the village of Kempsey. The grass in the foreground is short because it is being grown to produce lawn turf.

Philip Halling