Welcome to Gornalwood

Gornalwood is a small village located in the West Midlands region of England. It is situated in the Dudley Metropolitan Borough and is surrounded by the towns of Dudley, Sedgley, and Tipton. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, which is dotted with farms and fields. It is a popular destination for walkers and hikers who come to explore the many footpaths and trails that wind through the area.

One of the most notable features of Gornalwood is its rich history. The village has a long and fascinating past, dating back to the Roman era. There are several historic buildings and landmarks in the area, including the 12th-century St. James' Church and the ruins of Gornal Castle. The village also played an important role in the Industrial Revolution, with many of its residents working in the local coal mines and ironworks.

Despite its small size, Gornalwood is a vibrant and welcoming community. There are several local amenities, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village also has a strong sense of community spirit, with many events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Gornalwood Festival, which celebrates the village's history and culture, and the Gornalwood Gala, which raises money for local charities. Overall, Gornalwood is a charming and unique place that offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the West Midlands.

Local Weather

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Wind: 9.4 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Red Hall Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Tomlinson	Zoar Street Lower Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 2PA 01384813850 School Website
The King Alfred School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Charmian Gamble Katy Patla	Lake Street Lower Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 2AU 1902920404 School Website
Roberts Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Dawn Hunt	Robert Street Lower Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 2AZ 01384818275 School Website
Ellowes Hall Sports College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Kevin Rogers	Stickley Lane Lower Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 2JH 1384686600 School Website
Russells Hall Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Harrison	Overfield Road Russells Hall Estate Dudley West Midlands DY1 2NX 01384816785 School Website
Cherry Tree Learning Centre Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Howard	Overfield Road Russell's Hall Estate Dudley West Midlands DY1 2NX 1384813739
Straits Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Freear	Longfellow Road Lower Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 3EE 01384818575 School Website
Milking Bank Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Karen Brass	Aintree Way Milking Bank Dudley West Midlands DY1 2SL 01384816695 School Website
St Marks C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Keith Rondeau	High Street Pensnett Brierley Hill West Midlands DY5 4DZ 01384818935 School Website
Bishop Milner Catholic College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Siobhan Foster	Burton Road Dudley West Midlands DY1 3BY 01384889422 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Coseley Gough Road, Coseley, West Midlands, WV14 8XP 2.88 Miles

Tipton Alexandra Road, Tipton, West Midlands, DY4 8ET 2.92 Miles

Dudley Port Station Drive, Off Dudley Port, Dudley, West Midlands, DY4 8UB 3.47 Miles

Cradley Heath Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL 3.55 Miles

Lye Station Road, Lye, West Midlands, DY9 8ES 3.90 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Limoscene 01902 663090 Elden House, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 2AY 0.66 Miles
Sedgley Taxis 01384 240240 Unit 19/Sovereign Works/Deepdale La, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 2AF 0.80 Miles
Central Park Taxis 01384 240240 Unit 19 Sovereign Works, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 2AF 0.80 Miles
Castle Cars 01384 666666 Unit 18/Sovereign Works/Deepdale Lane, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 2AF 0.80 Miles
Castle Cabs 01902 606060 Sovereign Works, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 2AF 0.80 Miles
Beacon Taxis 01902 666666 Dormston Trading Est/Burton Rd, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 2UF 1.03 Miles
Adams Cars 01384 252000 170 Ashenhurst Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 2HX 1.25 Miles
Limoscene 01384 829471 10 Dunlin Cl, Kingswinford, West Midlands, DY6 8XP 1.46 Miles
White Star Taxis 01384 239333 8 Waverley Street, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 0YE 1.58 Miles
Eurocab Airport Services 01384 484307 15 Haywharf Road, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, DY5 4PG 1.59 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Gornal Wood Post Office Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Central Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brookdale Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grosvenor Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Gornal Post Office Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Straits Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Merryfield Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tansey Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Milking Bank Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Robert Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aintree Way Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
The Straits Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Duke Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pensnett Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Elgar Crescent Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Lower Gornal Medical Practice 01384 322400	Lower Gornal Hth.Ctr. Bull Street, Gornal Wood Dudley West Midlands DY3 2NQ
Castle Meadows Surgery 01384 234737	Castle Meadows Surgery 100 Milking Bank Dudley West Midlands DY1 2TY
Dudley Community Services 01384 456111	Russells Hall Hospital Dudley West Midlands DY1 2HQ
Tandon Medical Centre 01902 882243	10 The Arcade Kent Street Upper Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 1UX
Keelinge House 01384 77194	Keelinge House Surgery 176 Stourbridge Road Holly Hall,Dudley West Midlands DY1 2ER

Local Stores

Dibdale Rd West
Dibdale Road West
Dudley
West Midlands
DY1 2RH
01384 258759
Store Website
0.77 miles

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SPAR Gornal Wood
SPAR
13 Abbey Road
Gornal Wood
DY3 2PQ
01384 252 489
Store Website
0.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gornal Veterinary Centre
6A Bank Road Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 2NT 01384 212000 0.16 miles

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Harrison Family Vets
Units 2 - 3 Gatehouse Retail Park Dudley West Midlands DY6 7BJ 1.28 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Blacks Vets
63 Dudley Road Sedgley Dudley West Midlands DY3 1TF 01902 670900 sedgley@blacksvets.co.uk Website 1.42 miles
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St George'S Vet Group
43 Dudley Street Sedgley Dudley West Midlands DY3 1SA 01902 667950 info.sedgley@stgeorgesvets.co.uk Website 1.79 miles
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Waterfront Veterinary Centre
125 Dudley Road Brierley Hill West Midlands DY5 1HD 01384 482121 Website 2.01 miles
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Stewart Vets
2 Brooke Street Dudley West Midlands DY2 8RB 01384 252817 admin@stewartvets.co.uk 2.03 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 5.69 miles Just Off Mucklows Hill In Halesowen

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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 6.33 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 6.43 miles Postcode Dy7 6Dl

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Kinver Edge
A Walk Around The Borders Of Staffordshire And Worcestershire, Progressing Through Woodland And Allowing Spectacular Views Of The Surrounding Counties From Kinver Edge High Sandstone Ridge, Along With The Remains Of An Iron Age Hill Fort. DY7 5NP 6.68 miles Kinver Edge Is Located Just West Of Kinver, About Four Miles West Of Stourbridge (Off The A458), And Four Miles North Of Kidderminster (Off The A449).

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Rough Wood Nature Reserve
Rough Wood Is Made Up Of A Series Of Pools In The Middle Of The Oldest And Largest Woodland In Walsall (Rough Wood Represents About 10% Of The Oak Woodland Within The West Midlands). Its A Great Place To Go For A Wander To Lose Yourself In Nature For A While - The Old Oaks And Lovely Sunny Clearings Are Full Of Wildlife, From Nesting Woodland Birds, As Well As Toads, Frogs, Two Species Of Newt, And Lots Of Woodland Insects. The Site Is Separated From Bentley Haye (To The South) By The Wyrley And Essington Canal. Here At Countryside Services We Work With British Waterways To Survey The Aquatic Plants In The Canal Each Summer. 76 Woodside Way Willenhall WV12 5NH 7.80 miles

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Park Lime Pits
Park Lime Pits Is A Wonderful Area Of Countryside, Only 2 Miles North Of Walsall Town Centre. The Pits Contain 2 Beautiful Clear Pools Surrounded By Mature Beech Woodland. This Is Home For An Incredible Variety Of Wildlife Where Over 100 Species Of Birds And Over 300 Species Of Plants Have Been Recorded. Car Parking Is Available Off Park Road, Daw End Lane, Rushall. 200 Years Ago The Area Was A Thriving Limestone Quarry. Bridle Court 1-5 Hatherton Rd Walsall Lancashire WS1 1XR 7.97 miles There Is A Boat House Pub A The Junction You Need To Follow, Go All The Way Down And You Will Go Over Teh Cattle Bridge And Welcome To Park Limes.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-6.9°C	-8.3°C	-8.9°C	-10.4°C	-9.8°C	-6.7°C	-2.9°C	-0.1°C	0.7°C	-1°C	-3.3°C	-4.9°C

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