Hunnington

Civil Parish in Worcestershire Bromsgrove

England

Hunnington

Swallow's Nest Pub, Romsley Credit: Geoff Gartside

Hunnington is a civil parish located in the county of Worcestershire, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles southwest of Birmingham and covers an area of around 4 square miles. The parish is part of the Bromsgrove district and is surrounded by the picturesque countryside of the Lickey Hills.

The village of Hunnington itself is small, with a population of just over 600 residents. It is a predominantly rural area, characterized by its charming cottages and historic buildings. The parish is home to St. Nicholas Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 12th century. The church is a prominent feature of the village and holds regular services.

Agriculture has traditionally been an important industry in Hunnington, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy. The fertile land and favorable climate make it suitable for livestock farming and crop cultivation.

The parish offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, attracting visitors who seek a tranquil retreat away from the bustle of city life. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and cycling. The Lickey Hills Country Park, located nearby, offers stunning views of the surrounding area and is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts.

Hunnington is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links to Birmingham and Worcester. The village is served by local bus services, providing convenient transportation options for residents and visitors.

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Hunnington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.429389/-2.048973 or Grid Reference SO9681. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Swallow's Nest Pub, Romsley

Geoff Gartside

St Kenelm's Road Romsley

Junction with Dark Lane

Geoff Gartside

Poplar Lane, Romsley

Geoff Gartside

Elan pipeline syphon access

Adjacent to the dismantled Halesowen Railway and the Illey Way, this is the top of the Frankley side of the valley between Frankley and Romsley hills.

Simon Jobson

Route of Elan pipeline

A long mound concealing the Elan pipeline, looking towards Frankley.

Simon Jobson

Elan pipeline syphon access

In the foreground, the Elan pipeline access point on the east side of the valley between Frankley and Romsley hills. Looking towards Horsepool Farm in SO9680; a further syphon access point is visible next to the white box on the hillside opposite.

Simon Jobson

Romseley - Dark Lane Junction with B4551 Bromsgrove Road

Roy Hughes

Dismantled Railway Bridge, Rubery to Halesowen Railway

Roy Hughes

Oxwood Lane, Frankley.

Roy Hughes

Remains of railway bridge, near Elan Aqueduct

Viewed from site of Halesowen Railway bridge, close to route of Elan Aqueduct. Under former bridge, off to right is cul-de-sac on Oxwood Lane. Half a mile north of here is the site of Dowery Dell viaduct. More recent photo SO9779 : Dismantled Railway Bridge, Rubery to Halesowen Railway

Michael Westley

The Swallows Nest (formerly The Fighting Cocks), 40 Bromsgrove Road

There used to be a lot of pubs in Romsley, but most closed long ago. The Fighting Cocks was one of the few survivors, and some years ago was renamed The Swallows Nest. The building was originally a row of labourers' cottages, belonging to a long gone farm opposite. The cottages were knocked into one, to make the pub, and this was licensed in 1825. It seems however that there was a Fighting Cocks inn or pub in Romsley from at least the 16th century, but that presumably was on a different site. The present pub's cellar is said to be haunted by a former landlady. SO9679 : The Swallows Nest (pub sign), 40 Bromsgrove Road.

P L Chadwick

The Swallows Nest (pub sign), 40 Bromsgrove Road

The Swallows Nest is one of the pubs run by Vintage Inns. The previous sign has been replaced by this rather insipid design. SO9679 : The Swallows Nest (formerly The Fighting Cocks), 40 Bromsgrove Road.

P L Chadwick

Romsley Methodist Church, Bromsgrove Road

The church building dates from 1930. The red and white decor seems recent. On the Blackheath & Halesowen Circuit website, the photograph shows the building with dark blue and white paintwork. SO9679 : Romsley Methodist Church - detail, Bromsgrove Road.

P L Chadwick

Romsley Methodist Church - detail, Bromsgrove Road

Above the door is a representation of a dove and the word "Peace". Above that is a stone, inscribed with the words "Methodist Church 1930". SO9679 : Romsley Methodist Church, Bromsgrove Road.

P L Chadwick

St. Kenelm's Church Hall, Bromsgrove Road

The church itself is not in the village, but one and a quarter miles away, in rural countryside. It seems there used to be a settlement around it long ago, called Kenelmstowe, but that has disappeared, apart from a farmhouse. In the modern village of Romsley, the church has this hall, which is used for various functions both by the church, and other organisations. What is particularly interesting about the building, is that it started life as a National School in the middle of the 19th century. In 1925/26 it was remodelled as a mission room, but later became the church hall.

P L Chadwick

St. Kenelm's Church of England Primary School, Bromsgrove Road

A Church of England primary school, taking pupils in the age range 5 to 11 years old.

P L Chadwick

Junction of St. Kenelm's Road with Dark Lane

Dark Lane is coming in on the left. Most of the built-up area of the village of Romsley is contained within a triangle, formed by these two roads and Bromsgrover Road (the B4551).

P L Chadwick

Hillside Road

One of the village's main residential roads, here seen from its junction with Dark Lane. There is some very nice housing in the village, and being so near to Birmingham, it is likely that most residents of working age commute to work in the Birmingham area.

P L Chadwick

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Hunnington is located at Grid Ref: SO9681 (Lat: 52.429389, Lng: -2.048973)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Bromsgrove

Police Authority: West Mercia