Charford

Settlement in Worcestershire Bromsgrove

England

Charford

Hill End Cottage, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove Hill End Cottage is the only building in its original position at the Avoncroft Museum. It is occupied by Museum Staff. — Hill End Cottage, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove Credit: Jeff Gogarty

Charford is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 2 miles south of Bromsgrove, it falls within the civil parish of Bromsgrove. The village is nestled in a rural area surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering a tranquil and scenic environment.

Charford has a close-knit community with a population of around 3,000 residents. The village features a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its inhabitants, including a primary school, a community center, a small shopping precinct, and a local pub. The area is well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to the early medieval period. It has a number of historic buildings, such as St. Andrew's Church, which was built in the 12th century and is a prominent landmark in the area. The village also boasts a variety of architectural styles, with a mix of traditional and modern houses.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, with numerous walking and cycling paths. The nearby Lickey Hills Country Park provides beautiful natural scenery and is a popular destination for residents and visitors alike.

Overall, Charford offers a peaceful and friendly community atmosphere, combined with its close proximity to amenities and beautiful countryside, making it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Charford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.326334/-2.064971 or Grid Reference SO9569. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hill End Cottage, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove

Hill End Cottage is the only building in its original position at the Avoncroft Museum. It is occupied by Museum Staff.

Jeff Gogarty

Nailer's Cottage

An exhibit in the Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings. The cottage, which has been completely rebuilt and refurbished to look as it would have in the 1930s, originally stood at 79 Old Birmingham Road in Bromsgrove and had hardly been altered in 80 years. It was moved to the Museum in 2020. It had been earmarked for demolition before Avoncroft came to its rescue.

Graham Hogg

The roof of the Cockpit

An exhibit in the Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings. The cockpit SO9568 : The Cockpit was built in the late 18th century in Bridgnorth, Shropshire and, threatened with demolition, was moved and reconstructed at the museum in 1978. The roof has a clear span of 38'6" which is thought to be one of the largest roof spans in a historic building in England.

Graham Hogg

The Cockpit

An exhibit in the Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings. The cockpit was built in the late 18th century at the rear of the Crown Hotel in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. Threatened with demolition it was moved and reconstructed at the museum in 1978.

Graham Hogg

Exhibits in the National Telephone Kiosk Collection

Part of the Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings. The collection consists of over 20 telephone boxes including those of police and motoring organisations.

Graham Hogg

Vehicles on display at a 1940s day at Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings

Outside the 'String of Horses Inn' which dates from 1576 and came to the museum in the 1970s from Shrewsbury. It now houses the museum's tea room. Link

Graham Hogg

Bromsgrove station, 6233 The Duchess of Sutherland approaching

A full day excursion over Midland main lines hauled by Britain’s most powerful steam locomotive! The Duchess is on her way back from Bristol Temple Meads and is charging through Bromsgrove station to tackle the famous 1 in 37 Lickey Bank. This two-mile gradient is the steepest sustained main line railway incline in Great Britain

Roy Hughes

Direction Sign â Signpost in Rock Hill, Bromsgrove

Located in Rock Hill, Bromsgrove, on the east side of the T junction of the B4091 and Grafton Lane. 1 arm and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: WO_SO9469

Roadside Relics