Pillaton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles south-west of the town of Penkridge and 8 miles north-west of the city of Wolverhampton. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church and the Grade II listed Pillaton Hall.
The village of Pillaton has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. The name "Pillaton" is believed to have originated from the Old English words "pyll" and "tun", which mean "pool" and "settlement" respectively. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and was owned by the Bishop of Chester until the 16th century. During the English Civil War, Pillaton was the site of a skirmish between Royalist and Parliamentarian forces.
Today, Pillaton is a peaceful and picturesque village with a close-knit community. The village has a number of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. The surrounding countryside is popular with walkers and cyclists, and there are several footpaths and bridleways that lead through the fields and woods. Despite its rural location, Pillaton is well-connected to the rest of the region, with easy access to major roads and public transport links.