Almington

Settlement in Staffordshire Newcastle-under-Lyme

England

Almington

Newcastle Road Bridge and Pillbox On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Newcastle Road Bridge and Pillbox Credit: Andrew Abbott

Almington is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the northern part of the county, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, offering stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. Almington is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district and falls within the civil parish of Ashley.

The village is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 200 residents. It is renowned for its strong sense of community spirit and friendly locals. The village primarily consists of traditional stone-built houses, giving it a charming and timeless character.

Almington is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The area offers numerous walking and cycling paths, allowing visitors to explore the stunning Staffordshire Moorlands and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Although small in size, Almington is conveniently located near several larger towns and cities. The market town of Market Drayton is just a short drive away, offering a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The city of Stoke-on-Trent is also within easy reach, providing residents with access to further services and employment opportunities.

Overall, Almington is a charming and idyllic village that offers a peaceful and close-knit community, surrounded by beautiful countryside. Its convenient location and natural beauty make it a desirable place to live for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle.

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Almington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.908793/-2.443076 or Grid Reference SJ7034. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newcastle Road Bridge and Pillbox On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Newcastle Road Bridge and Pillbox
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Talbot Wharf On the Shropshire Union Canal
Talbot Wharf
On the Shropshire Union Canal
Market Drayton wharf On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Market Drayton wharf
On the Shropshire Union Canal.
Betton Road Bridge Grade II listed. Listing number 1056088. Canal bridge. Circa 1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Dressed red sandstone with tooled dressings. Elliptical skew arch with voussoirs and raised keystones. Humped-back shape with string course and parapet with square end piers and rounded coping. Slightly battered and curved abutments. Cast-iron corner posts on towpath side with grooves caused by rope haulage. Oval cast-iron number plate to south.
Betton Road Bridge
Grade II listed. Listing number 1056088. Canal bridge. Circa 1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Dressed red sandstone with tooled dressings. Elliptical skew arch with voussoirs and raised keystones. Humped-back shape with string course and parapet with square end piers and rounded coping. Slightly battered and curved abutments. Cast-iron corner posts on towpath side with grooves caused by rope haulage. Oval cast-iron number plate to south.
Herd of dairy cows, near Home Farm On the east bank of the Shropshire Union canal, south of Market Drayton.
Herd of dairy cows, near Home Farm
On the east bank of the Shropshire Union canal, south of Market Drayton.
Moored boats, south of bridge 62 On the Shropshire Union canal, on the southern edge of Market Drayton.
Moored boats, south of bridge 62
On the Shropshire Union canal, on the southern edge of Market Drayton.
Boaters' combined sanitary station On the Shropshire Union canal at Market Drayton. This combined sanitary station includes a water point, sewage disposal and rubbish disposal for the use of boaters.
Boaters' combined sanitary station
On the Shropshire Union canal at Market Drayton. This combined sanitary station includes a water point, sewage disposal and rubbish disposal for the use of boaters.
Covered wharf On the Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton.
Covered wharf
On the Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton.
Crossroads at Bloreheath from A53
Crossroads at Bloreheath from A53
Gate piers near Market Drayton At the drive to Tunstall Hall. With niches and square, moulded caps.
Gate piers near Market Drayton
At the drive to Tunstall Hall. With niches and square, moulded caps.
Newcastle Road Bridge in Market Drayton, Shropshire Bridge No 62 on the Shropshire Union Canal. The patch between the towpath and the steps to the road appear to have been "gardened" but was looking uncared for today. Some attractive orange poppies were in bloom.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2767405">SJ6834 : Orange poppy by the canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire</a>
Newcastle Road Bridge in Market Drayton, Shropshire
Bridge No 62 on the Shropshire Union Canal. The patch between the towpath and the steps to the road appear to have been "gardened" but was looking uncared for today. Some attractive orange poppies were in bloom. SJ6834 : Orange poppy by the canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire
The Talbot Inn at Market Drayton, Shropshire This public house, which serves meals and real ale, is on Newcastle Road north-east of Bridge No 62 over the Shropshire Union Canal.
The Talbot Inn at Market Drayton, Shropshire
This public house, which serves meals and real ale, is on Newcastle Road north-east of Bridge No 62 over the Shropshire Union Canal.
The Talbot Inn at Market Drayton, Shropshire This public house, which serves meals and real ale, is on Newcastle Road north-east of Bridge No 62 over the Shropshire Union Canal.
The Talbot Inn at Market Drayton, Shropshire
This public house, which serves meals and real ale, is on Newcastle Road north-east of Bridge No 62 over the Shropshire Union Canal.
Orange poppy by the canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire The patch between the towpath and the steps by Newcastle Road Bridge (No 62) looks as if it may have been "gardened" at some time, though it was looking unkempt today. Several oriental poppy (?) blooms brightened the scene.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2766919">SJ6834 : Newcastle Road Bridge in Market Drayton, Shropshire</a>
Orange poppy by the canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire
The patch between the towpath and the steps by Newcastle Road Bridge (No 62) looks as if it may have been "gardened" at some time, though it was looking unkempt today. Several oriental poppy (?) blooms brightened the scene. SJ6834 : Newcastle Road Bridge in Market Drayton, Shropshire
Chicory by the canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire There was plenty of this growing by the steps by Newcastle Road Bridge over the Shropshire Union Canal.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2766919">SJ6834 : Newcastle Road Bridge in Market Drayton, Shropshire</a>
Chicory by the canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire
There was plenty of this growing by the steps by Newcastle Road Bridge over the Shropshire Union Canal. SJ6834 : Newcastle Road Bridge in Market Drayton, Shropshire
Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire Approaching Newcastle Road Bridge, No 62.
Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire
Approaching Newcastle Road Bridge, No 62.
Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire Approaching Newcastle Road Bridge, No 62. Note the WW2 pillbox on the left.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/787327">SJ6834 : Pill Box on the Shropshire Union</a>
Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire
Approaching Newcastle Road Bridge, No 62. Note the WW2 pillbox on the left. SJ6834 : Pill Box on the Shropshire Union
Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire This is the canal seen from beneath the arch of Newcastle Road Bridge, No 62. Betton Road Bridge, No 63 is 150 metres ahead.
Shropshire Union Canal at Market Drayton, Shropshire
This is the canal seen from beneath the arch of Newcastle Road Bridge, No 62. Betton Road Bridge, No 63 is 150 metres ahead.
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Almington is located at Grid Ref: SJ7034 (Lat: 52.908793, Lng: -2.443076)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Newcastle-under-Lyme

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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