Lapley, Stretton and Wheaton Aston

Civil Parish in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Lapley, Stretton and Wheaton Aston

Bridleway near Willow farm
Bridleway near Willow farm Credit: P Gaskell

Lapley, Stretton, and Wheaton Aston are three small villages located in the county of Staffordshire, England. They form a civil parish and are situated in the South Staffordshire district. The three villages are located in close proximity to each other, with Stretton being the largest and most central village, while Lapley and Wheaton Aston are smaller settlements on either side.

The area is known for its picturesque countryside and rural charm. The villages are surrounded by beautiful farmland and rolling hills, providing a peaceful and idyllic setting. The River Penk runs through Stretton, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

All three villages have a rich history, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century. St Mary's Church in Wheaton Aston, for example, is a Grade I listed building and dates back to the 13th century. The villages also have a number of other historic buildings, including thatched cottages and traditional farmhouses.

Despite their small size, the villages offer a range of amenities and services for residents and visitors. There are local shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as primary schools and community centers. The area is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links and access to major roads.

Overall, Lapley, Stretton, and Wheaton Aston offer a charming and peaceful rural lifestyle, with a strong sense of community and a rich heritage. It is an ideal location for those seeking a quiet and picturesque place to live or visit in Staffordshire.

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Lapley, Stretton and Wheaton Aston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.709007/-2.200807 or Grid Reference SJ8612. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway near Willow farm
Bridleway near Willow farm
Bridge Farm
Bridge Farm
Recreation Ground
Recreation Ground
Hedgerows and road
Hedgerows and road
Longnor Hall Farm Modern and vernacular farm buildings at Longnor Hall Farm
Longnor Hall Farm
Modern and vernacular farm buildings at Longnor Hall Farm
Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct The Stretton Aqueduct carries the Shropshire Union Canal over the A5 Watling Street. It was constructed by Thomas Telford in 1832 at which time this stretch of the canal was known as the Birmingham and Liverpool Junction Canal. It is 30' (9.1 m) over the A5 road, though originally not quite as tall as in 1961–62, the road under it was lowered by c.4' (1.2 m) to allow taller vehicles to pass beneath.
It is EH Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039259" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039259">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>
See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7163556">SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct</a> and for the view from the A5, see for example <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1785449">SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal</a>
Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct
The Stretton Aqueduct carries the Shropshire Union Canal over the A5 Watling Street. It was constructed by Thomas Telford in 1832 at which time this stretch of the canal was known as the Birmingham and Liverpool Junction Canal. It is 30' (9.1 m) over the A5 road, though originally not quite as tall as in 1961–62, the road under it was lowered by c.4' (1.2 m) to allow taller vehicles to pass beneath. It is EH Grade II listed LinkExternal link See also SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct and for the view from the A5, see for example SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal
Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct Looking due east along the A5 (Roman Watling Street) from Telford's 1832 aqueduct.
See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7163551">SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct</a>
For the opposite view (from the A5, looking up at the aqueduct) see for example <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1785449">SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal</a>
Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct
Looking due east along the A5 (Roman Watling Street) from Telford's 1832 aqueduct. See also SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct For the opposite view (from the A5, looking up at the aqueduct) see for example SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal
Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate Looking back at the upper gate of Wheaton Aston Lock on the Shropshire Union Canal. There are only six* locks between the southern terminus of the 'Shroppie' at Autherley Junction and beyond Market Drayton, this is the first of them when travelling northwards. The upper gates on this canal are a single flat wooden barrier while the downstream ones are two gates forming a V pointing into the lock - this is very common though on broad beam canals such as the Grand Union both sets are of the V type.
* There is also a Stop Lock at Autherley Junction itself.
Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate
Looking back at the upper gate of Wheaton Aston Lock on the Shropshire Union Canal. There are only six* locks between the southern terminus of the 'Shroppie' at Autherley Junction and beyond Market Drayton, this is the first of them when travelling northwards. The upper gates on this canal are a single flat wooden barrier while the downstream ones are two gates forming a V pointing into the lock - this is very common though on broad beam canals such as the Grand Union both sets are of the V type. * There is also a Stop Lock at Autherley Junction itself.
Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Bridge (No.18) This bridge (No.18, Wheaton Aston Bridge) is just SE of the lock at Wheaton Aston (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7163574">SJ8512 : Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate</a>)
The bridge is EH Grade II listed: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039256?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039256?section=official-list-entry">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>
Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Bridge (No.18)
This bridge (No.18, Wheaton Aston Bridge) is just SE of the lock at Wheaton Aston (see SJ8512 : Shropshire Union Canal - Wheaton Aston Lock - Upper gate) The bridge is EH Grade II listed: LinkExternal link
Aqueduct from the canal Grade II listed. Listing number 1039259. Aqueduct dated 1832. Thomas Telford Engineer. Cast iron box girder span, blue brick abutments with stone dressings. Single segmental arch below girders, taken to concave abutments with roll moulded stone string at springing level and bounded by engaged stone columns, taken up above corbelled stone towpath coping and ornamental cast iron parapet railings to slightly domed cappings. Cast inscription in centre panel of beam reads 'Birmingham and Liverpool Canal Thos'.
Aqueduct from the canal
Grade II listed. Listing number 1039259. Aqueduct dated 1832. Thomas Telford Engineer. Cast iron box girder span, blue brick abutments with stone dressings. Single segmental arch below girders, taken to concave abutments with roll moulded stone string at springing level and bounded by engaged stone columns, taken up above corbelled stone towpath coping and ornamental cast iron parapet railings to slightly domed cappings. Cast inscription in centre panel of beam reads 'Birmingham and Liverpool Canal Thos'.
Boats moored at Stretton Wharf On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Boats moored at Stretton Wharf
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Towards Lapley Wood bridge On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Towards Lapley Wood bridge
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Wheaton Aston bridge Grade II listed. Listing number 1039256. Accommodation bridge over canal, circa 1832. Limewashed brickwork with stone coping and string course. Single elliptical arch on slightly concave sided plan with cambered carriageway and parapet, half round coping with piers at ends and cast iron hawser spurs at springings on towpath side. The Shropshire Union Canal was engineered by Thomas Telford, and completed in 1835.
Wheaton Aston bridge
Grade II listed. Listing number 1039256. Accommodation bridge over canal, circa 1832. Limewashed brickwork with stone coping and string course. Single elliptical arch on slightly concave sided plan with cambered carriageway and parapet, half round coping with piers at ends and cast iron hawser spurs at springings on towpath side. The Shropshire Union Canal was engineered by Thomas Telford, and completed in 1835.
View from Wheaton Aston lock On the Shropshire Union Canal.
View from Wheaton Aston lock
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Boats moored at Wheaton Aston On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Boats moored at Wheaton Aston
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Tavern Bridge Grade II listed. Listing number 1374084. Accommodation bridge over canal, circa 1832. Limewashed brickwork with stone coping and string course. Single vaulted elliptical arch with level carriageway and parapet, half round coping with piers at ends; cast iron hawser spurs at springings on towpath side.
Tavern Bridge
Grade II listed. Listing number 1374084. Accommodation bridge over canal, circa 1832. Limewashed brickwork with stone coping and string course. Single vaulted elliptical arch with level carriageway and parapet, half round coping with piers at ends; cast iron hawser spurs at springings on towpath side.
Shropshire Union Canal North of Wheaton Aston.
Shropshire Union Canal
North of Wheaton Aston.
Bridleway east of Bishopswood in Staffordshire Here the bridleway from Ivetsey Bank Road leads north-east towards Top Barn Farm (formerly Black Ladies Cottages). At least one map, and local addresses, name the bridleway behind the camera as Sandy Lane. The weather was dull and cold all morning, but brightened up (briefly) soon after this.
Bridleway east of Bishopswood in Staffordshire
Here the bridleway from Ivetsey Bank Road leads north-east towards Top Barn Farm (formerly Black Ladies Cottages). At least one map, and local addresses, name the bridleway behind the camera as Sandy Lane. The weather was dull and cold all morning, but brightened up (briefly) soon after this.
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Lapley, Stretton and Wheaton Aston is located at Grid Ref: SJ8612 (Lat: 52.709007, Lng: -2.200807)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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