Welcome to Cradley

Cradley is a small town located in the West Midlands region of England. It is situated in the borough of Dudley and has a population of around 5,000 people. The town has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. In the 19th century, Cradley became known for its iron and steel industry, which brought prosperity to the town. Today, Cradley is a quiet residential area with a strong sense of community.

One of the most notable landmarks in Cradley is the St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its impressive architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Another popular attraction in the town is the Cradley Heathens Speedway, which has been in operation since 1947. The speedway attracts fans from all over the country and is a source of pride for the local community.

Cradley is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the Haden Hill Park and the Saltwells Nature Reserve. These areas provide residents with opportunities for outdoor recreation and are popular destinations for families and nature enthusiasts. Overall, Cradley is a charming town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Its landmarks, parks, and local attractions make it a great place to live or visit.

Local Weather

Light snow

Temp: 4.2°C

Feels Like: 0.8°C

Wind: 9.2 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Huntingtree Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Harrold	Bournes Hill Hasbury Estate Halesowen West Midlands B63 4DZ 01384818650 School Website
Windsor High School And Sixth Form Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Stephen Lanckham	Richmond Street Halesowen West Midlands B63 4BB 01215501452 School Website
Lutley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Keen	Brookwillow Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 1BU 1384818220 School Website
St Margarets At Hasbury C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Sara Shepherd	Hagley Road Hasbury Halesowen West Midlands B63 4QD 01384818660 School Website
Our Lady And St Kenelm Rc School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Christine Finnegan	Bundle Hill Halesowen West Midlands B63 4AR 01384816880 School Website
Caslon Primary Community School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynnette Holden-Gough	Beeches View Avenue Halesowen West Midlands B63 2ES 01384818875 School Website
Halesowen C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lorna Knowles	High Street Halesowen West Midlands B63 3BB 01384818885 School Website
Newfield Park Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Stephen Payne	Whittingham Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 3TP 01384818640 School Website
The Earls High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Jamie Fox	Furnace Lane Halesowen West Midlands B63 3SL 01384816105 School Website
Halesowen College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Ms Joanne Williams	Whittingham Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 3NA 1216027777 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Old Hill Station Road, Old Hill, West Midlands, B64 6PL 1.69 Miles

Cradley Heath Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL 1.71 Miles

Lye Station Road, Lye, West Midlands, DY9 8ES 2.02 Miles

Rowley Regis Station Road, Rowley Regis, West Midlands, B65 0LJ 2.55 Miles

Stourbridge Junction Brook Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 1NH 2.69 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Halesowen Cars 0121 585 6444 17 George Rd, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 4DE 0.31 Miles
L R Taxis 07961 929532 89 Hambleton Road, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 1JT 0.57 Miles
Halesowen Cars 0121 585 6444 207 Highfield Crescent, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 2AZ 0.73 Miles
Star Taxis 0121 550 5000 Pioneer House, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 3HN 0.91 Miles
Taxi Team 01384 460460 Birmingham Street, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 3HN 0.91 Miles
Starfleet Cars 0121 550 5060 Unit 13, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 3PG 0.96 Miles
Kens Private Hire 0121 501 1465 3 Woodman Road, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 3EJ 1.11 Miles
Central Chauffering Services Ltd 0121 550 5256 46 Tibberton Cl, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 3ER 1.22 Miles
Express Taxis 0121 550 5000 Haywood House, Halesowen, West Midlands, B62 8EL 1.33 Miles
Capital Cars 01384 423333 1 Wynall La, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY9 9AA 1.51 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Thornhill Rd Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Huntingtree Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alexandra Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Landsdowne Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elizabeth Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stourbridge Rd Opp Lutley Oak Pub Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rosemary Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Hasbury Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beecher Place Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawne Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Uffmoor Lane Hayley Green Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Banners Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hasbury Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Meres Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hill St Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Meadowbrook Surgery 0121 5501034	4 Meadowbrook Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 1AB
Alexandra Medical Centre 0121 5855188	Alexandra Medical Centre 1 Short Street Halesowen West Midlands B63 3UH
Halesowen Medical Practice 0121 5504917	St Margarets Well Surgery 2 Quarry Lane Halesowen West Midlands B63 4WD
Halesowen Pcn Hub 0121 5504917	Halesowen Med Practice 2 Quarry Lane Halesowen B63 4WD
Halesowen Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	2 Quarry Lane Halesowen B63 4WD

Local Stores

Halesowen - Bassnage Road
93 Bassnage Road
Halesowen
West Midlands
B63 4HB
01215 503589
Store Website
0.41 miles

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SPAR - Hayley Green
240 Hagley Road
Hayley Green
Birmingham
B63 1EF
0121 439 6090
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

St George'S Vet Group
207 Stourbridge Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 3QX 0121 550 7519 thedragon@stgeorgesvets.co.uk Website 0.44 miles
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Halesowen Vets4pets Ltd
123 Stourbridge Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 3UA 0121 550 9909 halesowen@vets4pets.com Website 0.62 miles
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Local Vets @ K9 Vets
Bromsgrove Road Halesowen West Midlands B63 3JJ 01212967776 info@localvets.co.uk Website 1.14 miles

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Manor Veterinary Centre
128 Graingers Lane Cradley Heath West Midlands B64 6AH 01384 564868 admin@manorvets.com Website 1.56 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Blacks Vets
109A Pedmore Road Lye Stourbridge West Midlands DY9 8DG 01384 897632 lye@blacksvets.co.uk Website 2.02 miles
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Manor Vets
113-119 Kent Road Halesowen West Midlands B62 8PB 0121 422 5411 halesowen@manorvets.com Website 2.09 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Leasowes Park
A Beautiful Historical Picturesque Park And Woodland Which Have Been Natural Landscape Gardens For 300 Years. There Are Many Different Routes Around The Park And Lots Of Fields, Mud And Streams/Ponds For Dogs To Play In! There Is A Large Free Carpark A Play Area For Children And An Information Centre. Beautiful Place To Explore Whilst Getting Yourself And Your Canine Friend Some Good Exercise. The Cornbow Centre Halesowen Lancashire B63 4AB 0.89 miles Just Off Mucklows Hill In Halesowen

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Waseley Hills Country Park
National Trust Walk. Rangers House Waseley Country Pa Gannow Green Ln Birmingham Lancashire B45 9AT 3.47 miles

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Lickey Hills (Visitor Centre Side)
Forrest Trails Across The Hills With A Visitor Centre Warren Lnlickey Cofton Hackett Birmingham B45 8ER 5.78 miles

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Sandwell Valley Country Park
Lovely Place To Walk, There Is A Reservoir With Lots Of Geese And Ducks, Currently Baby Geese Lulling Around. Rosewarne Cottage Salter'S Ln Lancashire 6.40 miles B71 4Bg

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Kinver Edge
Free Parking. Lots Of Off-Road Walking Area. Hill Not Too Steep. Lots Of Paths To Explore. Route Can Be Short Or Long. Excellent Views From Kinver Edge. Toilets Besides Parking 7.14 miles Postcode Dy7 6Dl

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Cannon Hill Park
Cannon Hill Park Is Located In South Birmingham, West Midlands, Just Outside Of The City Centre. It Is A Popular City Park, Covering 250 Acres. B13 8RD 7.26 miles Cannon Hill Park Is Just Outside Birmingham City Centre, Between Moseley And Edgbaston.

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	3.8°C	2.7°C	1.5°C	1.1°C	1.4°C	4.3°C	9.3°C	12.4°C	12.8°C	11.3°C	9.6°C	9.2°C
Feels Like	1.3°C	0.3°C	-1.3°C	-2.1°C	-1.1°C	2.2°C	7.6°C	11.1°C	11.8°C	10°C	7.7°C	7°C

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