Salt and Enson

Civil Parish in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Salt and Enson

Sandon Looking towards the entrance to Sandon Park
Sandon Credit: Andy and Hilary

Salt and Enson is a civil parish located in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 7 miles north of Stafford, the county town. The parish covers an area of around 4 square miles and is home to a small population of residents.

The parish is primarily rural, characterized by open farmland and rolling countryside. It is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, offering scenic views and a tranquil atmosphere. The River Sow runs through the parish, adding to its natural beauty.

Historically, Salt and Enson were two separate villages, each with its own distinct identity. Over time, they merged to form a single civil parish, still retaining the names of the original villages. The area has a rich heritage, with evidence of human habitation dating back to ancient times.

The parish lacks major amenities, such as shops or schools, making it a quiet and peaceful residential area. However, nearby towns provide easy access to essential services and facilities. The close proximity to Stafford offers residents a range of employment and recreational opportunities.

Salt and Enson is well-connected, with good transport links. The A5013 road passes through the parish, connecting it to nearby towns and cities. Public transportation options are limited, but buses operate on selected routes, providing connectivity to neighboring areas.

Overall, Salt and Enson is a charming and idyllic parish, perfect for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while still enjoying the conveniences of nearby towns. Its natural beauty and rich history make it an attractive place to reside.

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Salt and Enson Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.847036/-2.077371 or Grid Reference SJ9427. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sandon Looking towards the entrance to Sandon Park
Sandon
Looking towards the entrance to Sandon Park
Marl Hole Kents Barn Farm, Nr. Stafford
Marl Hole
Kents Barn Farm, Nr. Stafford
St. James the Great, Salt
St. James the Great, Salt
Pitt's Column Abandoned and hidden in the trees, this is a memorial column to William Pitt the Younger. Erected in the year of his death (1806).
Pitt's Column
Abandoned and hidden in the trees, this is a memorial column to William Pitt the Younger. Erected in the year of his death (1806).
Pitt's Column More general view of the memorial.
Pitt's Column
More general view of the memorial.
Wilmorehill Lane, Hopton
Wilmorehill Lane, Hopton
Hopton Church Dedicated to St. Peter
Hopton Church
Dedicated to St. Peter
Marston Lane SJ9328 This is Marston Lane looking South along the oak-tree lined road towards the hamlet of Marston near Stafford
Marston Lane
SJ9328 This is Marston Lane looking South along the oak-tree lined road towards the hamlet of Marston near Stafford
The Casey, Salt Looking North towards the Trent and Mersey Canal and the A51 from the River Trent Bridge at Salt.
The Casey, Salt
Looking North towards the Trent and Mersey Canal and the A51 from the River Trent Bridge at Salt.
The river Trent, Salt This is the River Trent taken from the Bridge facing East, in the background are trees on the Sandon Estate, a railway line can just be seen but hidden from view is the Trent and Mersey canal and the A51.
The river Trent, Salt
This is the River Trent taken from the Bridge facing East, in the background are trees on the Sandon Estate, a railway line can just be seen but hidden from view is the Trent and Mersey canal and the A51.
Road to Salt Looking along the lane leading from the B5066 to Salt village.
Road to Salt
Looking along the lane leading from the B5066 to Salt village.
Salt At this point the road from Weston to Salt doglegs across a bridge over an overgrown cutting that was once the Great Northern Railway's Uttoxeter - Stafford branch line, abandoned in 1951.
Salt
At this point the road from Weston to Salt doglegs across a bridge over an overgrown cutting that was once the Great Northern Railway's Uttoxeter - Stafford branch line, abandoned in 1951.
Trent & Mersey Canal, Salt At this point the canal is sandwiched between the River Trent (just visible beyond the field), the Colwich - Stone railway and the A51 (out of shot to the right).
Trent & Mersey Canal, Salt
At this point the canal is sandwiched between the River Trent (just visible beyond the field), the Colwich - Stone railway and the A51 (out of shot to the right).
Cottages in Enson In the foreground are some old cottages in Enson Lane, Enson.  Behind is what looks like to be an old chapel but I know nothing of this building. On the right is Enson Farm House.
Cottages in Enson
In the foreground are some old cottages in Enson Lane, Enson. Behind is what looks like to be an old chapel but I know nothing of this building. On the right is Enson Farm House.
Bridleway at Enson This bridleway leads across Pea Hill to Sandon Bank
Bridleway at Enson
This bridleway leads across Pea Hill to Sandon Bank
Pea Hill This is Pea Hill from the cross roads on Sandon Bank to Salt and to Enson, Enson Lane is in the foreground.
Pea Hill
This is Pea Hill from the cross roads on Sandon Bank to Salt and to Enson, Enson Lane is in the foreground.
Enson Lane, Enson This view shows Enson Farm on the left with some old cottages on the right. In the shadows on the right is what looks like a tiny (disused) chapel.  Enson Lane turns to the left but straight ahead is a Bridleway (the Oak tree marks its position). Other photos I have submitted show other views of this area.
Enson Lane, Enson
This view shows Enson Farm on the left with some old cottages on the right. In the shadows on the right is what looks like a tiny (disused) chapel. Enson Lane turns to the left but straight ahead is a Bridleway (the Oak tree marks its position). Other photos I have submitted show other views of this area.
Enson House, Enson Lane, Stafford A view of Enson House across a field from Enson Farm track.
Enson House, Enson Lane, Stafford
A view of Enson House across a field from Enson Farm track.
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Salt and Enson is located at Grid Ref: SJ9427 (Lat: 52.847036, Lng: -2.077371)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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