Chadwell

Settlement in Staffordshire

England

Chadwell

View east of the B5314 at Plough Bank The large building in the middle distance is a centre for the distribution of agricultural produce. — View east of the B5314 at Plough Bank Credit: Christopher Hilton

Chadwell is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams. The village is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district and falls within the Staffordshire Moorlands parliamentary constituency.

Despite being a relatively small settlement, Chadwell has a rich history dating back several centuries. Evidence suggests that the area has been inhabited since Roman times, with archaeological finds including pottery and coins. The village is also known for its medieval church, which stands as a reminder of its past.

Today, Chadwell is primarily a residential area with a close-knit community. The village has a small number of houses, many of which are traditional stone-built structures that add to its charm. The tranquil atmosphere and scenic surroundings make it an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle.

While Chadwell may lack extensive amenities within its boundaries, residents can easily access nearby towns and villages for their daily needs. The village is conveniently located, with good transport links to larger cities like Stoke-on-Trent and Derby. This allows residents to enjoy the benefits of rural living while still having access to urban facilities and employment opportunities.

In summary, Chadwell is a small and historic village nestled in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside. With its rich history, stunning landscapes, and strong sense of community, it offers a peaceful and idyllic place to call home.

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Chadwell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.727059/-2.319365 or Grid Reference SJ7814. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View east of the B5314 at Plough Bank

The large building in the middle distance is a centre for the distribution of agricultural produce.

Christopher Hilton

Old Milestone by A41, Brandon House, East of Woodcote Hall

The Milestone is located against wall on the West of the road. Parish of Chetwynd Aston And Woodcote (Telford & Wrekin District). Cast iron post, erected by the Wolverhampton, Albrighton district turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads: TO / NEWPORT / 3 MILES : : TO / IVETSEY / BANK / 5 MILES: : BRANDON / HOUSE Milestone Society National ID: SA_NPIV03

John Armstrong

Old Milestone by B5314, New House Farm

The Milestone is located at crossroads. Parish of Sheriffhales (Bridgnorth District). Cast iron post, Salop iron T-post design, erected by the County Council in the 19/20th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- TO / NEWPORT / 5 MILES : : TO / IVETSEY / BANK / 3 MILES Milestone Society National ID: SA_NPIV05

John Armstrong

Teepees set up for the Shropshire Petal Fields event

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Field of pink flowers

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Field of purple flowers

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Sign in a field of purple flowers The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Harvesting the crops

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Shropshire Petal Fields

The Shropshire Petal Fields is an event which this year is open for just one week, from 4 August to 13 August, allowing people to walk around the flower-filled fields which are grown for Confetti.

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Pond in a field

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Byre and hayloft at Court Farm, Chatwell

A building of two distinct vintages. The far end, timber-framed, is 17th century whilst the nearer part is much more like 19th century in origin, and has been more changed over the years. The whole structure was Grade II listed Link

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in 1984.

Richard Law

Grange Farmhouse near Chatwell

Beneath the 19th century brick refacing lies a much older (17th century?) timber framed farmhouse, which was extended in the 1730s. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1984.

Richard Law

Chadwell Mill building

A 19th century water-driven grain mill, currently containing a remarkably-complete set of interior machinery and waterwheel. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1984, and at the time of my visit in late 2022 the owner said it had been recently bought for conversion to a home. Hopefully much/all of the surviving machinery, which is mentioned in the listing, will be turned into interior features.

Richard Law

Great Chatwell House farmhouse

The core of this substantial rural farmhouse is 18th century, with a later additional bay on the right. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1985, along with the single-storey implement shed seen here to its left (which looks to have been converted to residential use)

Richard Law

Chatwell Court screen and entrance wall

This mid 19th century construction is thought to incorporate a section of an earlier house, but was mainly built to smarten up the approach to Chatwell Court house a distance to the rear. It was Grade II listed Link

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in 1985, and has recently been opened up by the removal of the large tree that overhung it a few years ago SJ7914 : A grand entrance

Richard Law

Chadwell/Chatwell Lodge

The maps and other sources are in slight disagreement about the exact spelling, but either way this was once The Cock Inn, lying pretty much right opposite SJ7914 : The Red Lion, Great Chatwell. It dates from the early 18th century, with later alterations, and was Grade II listed Link

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in 1985.

Richard Law

The footpath is about to get muddy

And it did - the rain gun watering the tatties made sure of that.

Richard Law

Footpath near The Roundabout

The squarish copse to the north of this path alongside the potato field is called The Roundabout; no idea why. The valley that the path run in also forms the boundary between Shropshire Council and the Telford & Wrekin Unitary Authority.

Richard Law

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Chadwell is located at Grid Ref: SJ7814 (Lat: 52.727059, Lng: -2.319365)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia