Welcome to Walcot

Walcot is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles south of the town of Telford and 10 miles east of the county town of Shrewsbury. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Grade II listed St. Michael and All Angels Church.

The village of Walcot has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. The church of St. Michael and All Angels is believed to have been built in the 12th century and is one of the oldest buildings in the village. The church features a number of interesting architectural features, including a Norman doorway and a 14th-century font. Other historic buildings in the village include Walcot Hall, a Grade II listed country house that dates back to the 18th century.

Despite its small size, Walcot is a vibrant and active community. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a pub, and a village hall. There are also a number of community groups and organizations, including a gardening club and a local history society. The village hosts a number of events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market, which bring together residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 12.3°C

Feels Like: 9.6°C

Wind: 18.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Overley Hall School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-19 Head Teacher Mrs Beverley Doran	Wellington Telford Shropshire TF6 5HE 1952740262 School Website
Rodenhurst School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-16 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Earing	Rodenhurst Business Park Rodenhurst Lane Roddington Shropshire SY4 4QU 7583988672
St Lucias C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Catherine Coleman	Upton Magna Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 4TZ 01743709652 School Website
St Peter's Bratton Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Davis	Squirrel Meadow Bratton Telford Shropshire TF5 0NT 1952387980 School Website
Dothill Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Butler	Severn Drive Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 3JB 01952386870 School Website
High Ercall Primary School And Nursery Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Roberts	Church Road High Ercall Telford Shropshire TF6 6AF 01952387570 School Website
St Patricks Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Graeme Hawes	North Road Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 3ER 01952386160 School Website
Wrekin View Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Adrian Pembleton	North Road Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 3ES 1952388088 School Website
Charlton School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Mcnaughton	Apley Avenue Telford TF1 3FA 1952386800 School Website
Ercall Wood Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Richard Gummery	Golf Links Lane Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 2DT 1952387300 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wellington Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY 3.62 Miles

Shrewsbury Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ 6.16 Miles

Oakengates Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DH 6.50 Miles

Telford Central Euston Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LZ 7.02 Miles

Yorton Station Road, Yorton, Shropshire, SY4 3EP 9.12 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Uppington Travel 01952 740462 15 New Cottages, Telford, Shropshire, TF6 5HH 1.59 Miles
Darwin Classic Cars 01952 255330 5 Haygate Drive, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 2BX 3.19 Miles
A 1 Taxis 01952 414141 21 Victoria Avenue, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 1NN 3.80 Miles
Ambassador Taxis 01952 610610 50 Victoria Avenue, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 1NP 3.80 Miles
Diamond Cars 01952 222222 127 King Street, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 1NX 3.87 Miles
Jc Airport Transfers 01952 457277 Cherry Tree Close, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 2HQ 4.00 Miles
I C Executive Travel 01952 410959 30 Dawley Rd, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 2HR 4.16 Miles
A 2 B Travel 01743 468888 Lodge 1, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4SD 4.70 Miles
Interspeed Cars 01743 761549 Cound Arbour Bungalow, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 6AW 4.71 Miles
Griffiths Executive Travel 01743 344956 16 Sedgeford Dr, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5NS 4.86 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Walcot Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Charlton Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Withington Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leaton Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Allscott Weekday Last Collection:12:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rodington Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Marsh Green Weekday Last Collection:12:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:15
Uppington Weekday Last Collection:11:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Atcham Business Park Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Atcham Meter Box Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rodington Heath Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aston Weekday Last Collection:11:45 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Uckington Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Atcham Industrial Estate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wrockwardine Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Shawbirch Medical Centre 01952 641555	Brandon Avenue Admaston TF5 0DU
High Ercall 01952 770224	The Surgery 73 Talbot Road High Ercall Shropshire TF6 6LY
Wellington Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Chapel Lane Wellington Telford TF1 1PZ
Wellington Medical Practice 01952 226000	Wellington Medical Pract. Chapel Lane, Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 1PZ
Trinity Healthcare Partnership - Leegomery	27 Lawton Farm Way Leegomery Telford Shropshire TF1 6PP

Local Stores

Shrewsbury - Wenlock Road
Wenlock Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
01743 231285
Store Website
5.08 miles

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SPAR Shawbirch
SPAR
1 Acorn Way
Shawbirch Shopping Centre
Telford
TF5 0LW
01952 260552
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Acer Agri Ltd
Rodenhurst Business Park Rodington Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 4QU 01925 344244 enquiries@avivets.com 2.20 miles

Animals Treated
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Medivet Shawbirch
Acorn Way Shawbirch Telford Shropshire TF5 0LW 01952 249141 shawbirch@medivet.co.uk Website 3.16 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Nurse appointments available 9am - 11am then 1pm - 4.15pm
Wed	08:30	17:00
Nurse appointments available 9am - 11am then 1pm - 4.15pm
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Sat	closed	closed
Sun	closed	closed

Haygate Veterinary Centre - Wellington
78 Haygate Road Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 1QN 01952 223122 admin.haygate@cvsvets.com Website 3.30 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Wrekin View Veterinary Practice
13 Queen Street Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 1EH 01952 223032 Website 3.47 miles
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Animals Treated
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Companion Care (Telford) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Wrekin Retail Park Whitchurch Drive Telford Shropshire TF1 2DE 01952 246 483 Website 4.74 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Gladstone Veterinary Clinic
Unit 9, The Hadley Centre High Street Hadley Telford Shropshire TF1 5GQ 01952 245145 info@gladstonevets.co.uk Website 4.96 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin. The Wrekin Lancashire 3.28 miles

Location what3words kingpin.wage.salmon

Haughmond Hill
Lovely Walk And Very Dog Friendly. (Always Lots Of Dogs About) There Are Different Routes To Take And A Lovely Cafe That Sells Bags Of Doggie Sausage. Car Park Charges Do Apply. I Highly Recommend Haughmond Hill. Haughmond Hill Car Park Lancashire 3.38 miles Look For Cafe Sign On The Turning In To The Lane. Go Past The Quarry On The Right And You Will See The Car Park.

Location what3words foil.amount.firm

Haughmond Hill Shropshire
4 Great Walks, The Furthest Is 1 Hour 15 Mins And I Think The Shortest Was 20 Mins. We Could Let The Dog Off All The Way Round. Marked Route All The Way And Amazing Views. Car Park Charges But Not To Bad And An Amazing Cafe With Lovely Food And Lots Of Picnic Benches Also You Can Buy Frozen Yoghurt And Other Treats For Your Dog. Shrewsbury Lancashire 3.50 miles

Location what3words villa.hush.medium

Battlefield
Two Dog Walking Routes, Long And Short. Leading Too Mary Magdalene Church. Free Parking. Scenic, Peaceful. If You Go Through The Church Yard It Leads To Battlefield Farm Shop, Falconry And Cafe. The Cafe Also Serves Outdoor, So Dog Friendly. Shrewsbury Lancashire 6.12 miles

Location what3words toned.saying.riders

Ironbridge
Ironbridge Is A Town On The River Severn At The Heart Of The Ironbridge Gorge, Near Telford, Shropshire. Site Of The World’S First Iron Bridge, Erected Over The River Severn In 1779. We Detail A Short, 1.3 Mile, Walk Here, Which Encompasses The Town Of Ironbridge And Crosses Over The Iron Bridge Itself. This Will Give You Chance To Explore The Town And River Area A Little, As Part Of The Walk. TF8 7JP 7.32 miles From The M54 Telford, Head South On The A442 Toward Ironbridge. Pass Through Madeley And When On The B4373 Follow This To A Roundabout At Ironbridge, Go Around This To Take An Effective Left Turn. Pass By Bedlam Furnaces, Then Take Right Over The Bridge, Right Again Then The First Right, Just Off The Sharp Bend In The Road. The Car Park Is Located On The Right, Next To The River Severn.

Location what3words retrial.recline.deriving

Granville County Park
Nice Walk Along A Flat Path, Approx 3-4 Miles. Granville Country Park Donnington Lancashire 7.85 miles

Location what3words pesky.encodes.obstruction

Weather Forecast

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Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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