Ansty

Settlement in Warwickshire Rugby

England

Ansty

Building near Shilton Credit: N Chadwick

Ansty is a picturesque village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles east of Coventry, it is nestled in the heart of the rolling countryside. The village has a population of around 1,000 residents and is known for its peaceful and idyllic setting.

Ansty boasts a rich history, with archaeological evidence suggesting that the area has been inhabited since Roman times. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. James' Church, which dates back to the 12th century. This beautiful church features stunning stained glass windows and intricate architectural details.

In addition to its historical charm, Ansty offers a range of amenities for its residents and visitors. There is a village hall, which hosts various community events and activities, and a local pub that serves traditional British cuisine. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the younger population.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and horseback riding. Ansty is also located near the Ansty Golf Centre, which features an 18-hole golf course and a driving range.

Overall, Ansty is a tranquil and picturesque village that offers a blend of historical charm and natural beauty. With its close proximity to Coventry and easy access to the surrounding countryside, it is a popular choice for those seeking a peaceful rural retreat.

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Ansty Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.445974/-1.417049 or Grid Reference SP3983. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Building near Shilton

N Chadwick

Mast by West Coast Main Line

N Chadwick

Hopsford Hall Farm

N Chadwick

Oxford Canal, Ansty, at dusk

Bridge no. 16, which carries a farm track and a public footpath across the canal, can be seen among the bare trees.

A J Paxton

Oxford Canal

Adjacent to the West Coast Main Line.

Andrew Abbott

An Avanti West Coast service

On the West Coast Main Line next to the Oxford Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Hollyhill Bridge

On the Oxford Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Canal maintenance work

On the Oxford Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Bridge 16 on the Oxford Canal

Near Ansty.

Andrew Abbott

London Electric Vehicle Company, Ansty Park

The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) plant in Ansty Park opened in 2017 and makes electric taxicabs and vans. It is owned by the Chinese firm Geely, which bought the London Taxi Company in 2013 and moved production from the old Carbodies site on Holyhead Road in Coventry to this new factory on the eastern edge of the city. For more information see SP3279 : Site of former London Taxi Company factory, Holyhead Road, Coventry, which shows the site of Carbodies after demolition; there doesn't appear to be a Geograph of the factory itself (I got there too late). The Ansty Park business estate is situated on land sold by Rolls Royce, who have an aerospace engineering plant to the south. Once a Royal Air Force airfield, this site saw development of aircraft engines and rocket motors after the Second World War, and a rocket motor testing facility was developed in the area where the LEVC plant now stands; see the Heritage Gateway site Link

A J Paxton

The Manufacturing Technology Centre, Ansty Park

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) opened at Ansty Park on the edge of Coventry in 2011, with the aim of developing co-operation between manufacturing industry and universities; see the Ansty Park website Link

. For more on Ansty Park see SP4081 : London Electric Vehicle Company, Ansty Park.

A J Paxton

Bridge over the M6 motorway by Crowner Fields Farm, Ansty

The bridge carries a farm track and a public footpath over the motorway. It is a spring evening and the blackthorn is in bloom.

A J Paxton

Oxford Canal & Trent Valley Railway at Hopsford

The canal, which dates from the 1820s in its straightened form, was joined twenty years later by the Trent Valley Line, now part of the West Coast Line connecting the west of Scotland, northwest England and North Wales with London. Here they pass by the deserted medieval village of Hopsford.

A J Paxton