Burcot

Settlement in Worcestershire Bromsgrove

England

Burcot

Bromsgrove The Bromsgrove Museum in Birmingham Road
Bromsgrove Credit: Rosalind Mitchell

Burcot is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles south of the town of Bromsgrove, it lies on the eastern bank of the River Arrow. Burcot is a predominantly residential area, known for its picturesque countryside and tranquil atmosphere.

The village is home to a close-knit community of around 400 residents. The architecture in Burcot mainly consists of traditional English cottages and houses, giving the area a charming and historic feel. Surrounded by lush green fields, the village offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Despite its small size, Burcot offers a range of amenities to its residents. The village has a local pub, The Swan, which dates back to the 18th century and serves as a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various community events throughout the year.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in and around Burcot. The nearby Arrow Valley Country Park offers beautiful walking trails and a large lake, providing opportunities for leisurely strolls and picnics. The village is also within close proximity to the Lickey Hills, a popular spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Burcot benefits from its convenient location, with easy access to nearby towns and cities. The M5 motorway is just a short drive away, offering excellent connectivity to Birmingham, Worcester, and other major urban centers.

Overall, Burcot is a charming village offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, with its picturesque surroundings and strong sense of community.

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Burcot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.34379/-2.028739 or Grid Reference SO9871. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bromsgrove The Bromsgrove Museum in Birmingham Road
Bromsgrove
The Bromsgrove Museum in Birmingham Road
Blackwell at the top of the Lickey Incline, looking down towards Bromsgrove, Malverns in the distance The steepness of the incline is exaggerated in this telephoto image, still pretty steep at 1 in 37 for two and a half miles.
Blackwell at the top of the Lickey Incline, looking down towards Bromsgrove, Malverns in the distance
The steepness of the incline is exaggerated in this telephoto image, still pretty steep at 1 in 37 for two and a half miles.
Caspidge Hill top used by a scout camp. Exercise apparatus and a beacon on the summit of the hill visible behind the pillar.
Caspidge
Hill top used by a scout camp. Exercise apparatus and a beacon on the summit of the hill visible behind the pillar.
Motorway bridge over Littleheath Lane Carrying the M42. This bridge is at the south west corner of the square.
Motorway bridge over Littleheath Lane
Carrying the M42. This bridge is at the south west corner of the square.
Road junction east of Lickey End The junction of Littleheath Lane with Lower Shepley Lane, looking south west.
Road junction east of Lickey End
The junction of Littleheath Lane with Lower Shepley Lane, looking south west.
Dale Lane, Apes Dale Looking east from just past Upper Shepley Farm. The peace of this otherwise quiet country lane is disturbed by the M42 which runs roughly parallel 200m further north.
Dale Lane, Apes Dale
Looking east from just past Upper Shepley Farm. The peace of this otherwise quiet country lane is disturbed by the M42 which runs roughly parallel 200m further north.
M42 between junctions 1-2 Photo taken from the Linthurst Road bridge, looking east.
M42 between junctions 1-2
Photo taken from the Linthurst Road bridge, looking east.
Cross Inn, Finstall
Cross Inn, Finstall
Townend Veterinary Practice A recently much enlarged clinic at the junction with the Bromsgrove Bypass.
Townend Veterinary Practice
A recently much enlarged clinic at the junction with the Bromsgrove Bypass.
Gates to the former Mount School The Mount School was situated at the junction of the Birmingham Road and the Bromsgrove bypass.  It was an Independent Non Denominational Primary School and operated from 1957 to 2004.  The premises were then used by the safety training company KeyOstas, part of whose name sign can be seen at the right-hand edge of the image.
Gates to the former Mount School
The Mount School was situated at the junction of the Birmingham Road and the Bromsgrove bypass. It was an Independent Non Denominational Primary School and operated from 1957 to 2004. The premises were then used by the safety training company KeyOstas, part of whose name sign can be seen at the right-hand edge of the image.
Bromsgrove bypass road junction A chestnut showing that spring is in the air at the junction of Bromsgrove bypass with the Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove.
Bromsgrove bypass road junction
A chestnut showing that spring is in the air at the junction of Bromsgrove bypass with the Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove.
Birmingham Road Shops, Bromsgrove A shop development from the 1920s or 30s beside the Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove.
Birmingham Road Shops, Bromsgrove
A shop development from the 1920s or 30s beside the Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove.
Hop Pole Inn A traditional street corner pub in the Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove.
Hop Pole Inn
A traditional street corner pub in the Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove.
Former Chapel, Bromsgrove Built in 1861 according to the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/218623">SO9671 : Plaque on former chapel</a> wall, this building is situated in Birmingham Road
Former Chapel, Bromsgrove
Built in 1861 according to the SO9671 : Plaque on former chapel wall, this building is situated in Birmingham Road
Finstall - Railway Bridge over Alcester Road Photo taken looking towards Bromsgrove.
Finstall - Railway Bridge over Alcester Road
Photo taken looking towards Bromsgrove.
Finstall - "Fairlawn" An elegant old house beside the railway bridge over Alcester Road.
Finstall - "Fairlawn"
An elegant old house beside the railway bridge over Alcester Road.
Farm track
Farm track
Field to the north of Burcot Lane Rough pasture indeed...
Field to the north of Burcot Lane
Rough pasture indeed...
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Burcot is located at Grid Ref: SO9871 (Lat: 52.34379, Lng: -2.028739)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Bromsgrove

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Burcot
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Telephone
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Clock
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Defibrillator
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