Chad Valley

Settlement in Warwickshire

England

Chad Valley

Canal Roundabout The junction of the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal and the Birmingham Canal Navigations between the National Indoor Arena and Gas Street Basin. In the distance is Cambrian Wharf. Narrowboats line the canal for the Birmingham Canal Festival. — Canal Roundabout Credit: David Stowell

Chad Valley is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southeast of the historic town of Leamington Spa, Chad Valley is a rural community surrounded by picturesque countryside.

The village is known for its tranquil atmosphere and scenic beauty, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway. The area is characterized by rolling hills, meandering streams, and lush green fields, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horseback riding.

Chad Valley is home to a close-knit community of residents who take pride in their village. The village is adorned with charming thatched-roof cottages and traditional brick houses, adding to its idyllic charm. Despite its small size, Chad Valley has a strong sense of community spirit, with regular social events and gatherings organized by local residents.

One of the notable landmarks in Chad Valley is the St. Mary's Church, a beautiful medieval church dating back to the 12th century. The church serves as a focal point for the community and offers a serene place for worship and reflection.

Although Chad Valley is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its proximity to Leamington Spa, which provides a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village also enjoys convenient transport links, with easy access to major road networks and nearby railway stations.

Overall, Chad Valley offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike, with its charming village atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings.

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Chad Valley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.465682/-1.932846 or Grid Reference SP0485. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Canal Roundabout

The junction of the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal and the Birmingham Canal Navigations between the National Indoor Arena and Gas Street Basin. In the distance is Cambrian Wharf. Narrowboats line the canal for the Birmingham Canal Festival.

David Stowell

Narrowboats in Brum

Moored on the approaches to Cambrian Wharf alongside the NIA for the Birmingham Canal Festival in 2003.

David Stowell

A busy corner in Edgbaston

Here the B4217 meets the A38 Bristol Road. Many of the opulent villas in the area have been converted to offices.

Adrian Bailey

Brindley Place, Birmingham

The refurbished canals in the centre of Birmingham

John Nickolls

The Main Library, University of Birmingham

The university campus in full swing at the beginning of the academic year. The large brick building is the main library and the (ugly?) tower block to the right is the Muirhead Tower.

Jim Champion

University Square, Edgbaston campus, The University of Birmingham

Trees in the central university square on a sunny summer's morning. The lack of students is not due to the early hour, but to the fact that they are on their summer vacation. The grounds are always looking their best just before the week of summer graduation ceremonies.

Jim Champion

University of Birmingham

The Great Hall and Clock Tower of the University

Andrew Clayton

Birmingham and Worcester Canal

The Vale footbridge over the canal

Andrew Clayton

St Francis Hall, University Chaplaincy

St Francis Hall is the multifaith chaplaincy of the University of Birmingham, and is situated off Edgbaston Park Road, adjacent to the Guild of Students. Inside is a large versatile worship space, used regularly for Christian, Islamic and other faith meetings; a second, more 'Christian' worship space; a lounge and kitchen; a small prayer room; offices for various university chaplains and the chaplaincy assistant.

Rebecca

Harborne Baptist Church

On Harborne Park Road

Rebecca

St John's

St John's Church (CofE) stands between Harborne High Street (the side pictured) and Vivian Road.

Rebecca

Former building of Harborne Methodist Church

Until 2005 this church on South Street was home to Harborne's Methodist congregation. It is to be developed, with the (listed) exterior preserved.

Rebecca

Edgbaston Tunnel

The Edgbaston Tunnel runs beneath Church Road, Edgbaston. It is really two tunnels; the Worcester and Birmingham Canal flows through one while Birmingham's Cross City railway line occupies the other. In a hard winter massive icicles can be seen hanging from the ceiling.

Chris Hoare

Birmingham & Worcester Canal and railway line

Looking southwest from Somerset Road. Pritchatts Road crosses the railway line and canal at the bridges in the distance. The Worcester and Birmingham Canal was built to link the River Severn to Birmingham & the Black Country. The railway line originally formed the former Midland Railway's West Suburban Railway, opened in 3rd April 1876. The line was electrified in the 1970s to form the Cross City Line, and is heavily used. The passing train is a longer distance central trains service.

Phil Champion

The White Swan, Chad Valley, Birmingham

This large and comfortable pub is situated on Harborne Road, at Chad Valley, about half a mile north east of the centre of Harborne. When this photo was taken in 2006 it was part of the Toby Carvery chain, but by the time Google's Street View car passed in September 2008 it had become a Free House.

Phil Champion

The Harborne Walkway

Looking north along the high embankment which crosses the Chad Valley. This peaceful and attractive path follows the trackbed of the former Harborne Railway. The 2 mile 34 chain single track line was opened to Harborne in 1874. Passenger services ended in 1934. Goods services continued into the 1950s, as the line also served the Mitchell & Butler's Brewery and the Chad Valley toy factory. The line was finally closed in 1963.

Phil Champion

St. Augustine's Church, Edgbaston

St. Augustine's church dates from 1868 and is a listed building. The church sits on an island surrounded by quiet residential streets, and lies at the heart of the St. Augustine's Conservation Area

Phil Champion

Edgbaston Reservoir

Formerly known as Rotton Park Reservoir, Edgbaston Reservoir was constructed 1824 -1828 by Thomas Telford as a feeder reservoir for the Birmingham Canal Navigations. It is managed by Birmingham City Council. This photo is looking north east from the west bank. The water levels appear to be quite low.

Phil Champion

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Chad Valley is located at Grid Ref: SP0485 (Lat: 52.465682, Lng: -1.932846)

Unitary Authority: Birmingham

Police Authority: West Midlands