Tatenhill - a new place to call home

17/05/23

Nestled in a deep valley between two hills at the edge of the River Trent sits the ancient village and civil parish of Tatenhill. It’s a sought-after location for home buyers looking to settle down in this attractive area at the heart of the country.

Tatenhill lies just 3 miles west of Burton-on-Trent, a market town of over 72,000 people in East Staffordshire. Surrounded on all sides by open countryside with a selection of well-preserved listed buildings, Tatenhill retains much of England’s typical village character. It combines over 1,000 years of history, carrying the marks of major time periods which can be seen today, including the Middle Ages, the Georgian and Tudor periods and both World Wars.

The village’s heritage is intertwined with the Needwood medieval hunting forest, many freehold farmsteads and estates and large grazing and dairy farms which occupied the landscape until the end of the 18^th century. This collection of farmsteads and small cottages remains until this day, as does a range of heritage assets coupled with a distinctive undulating, sinuous townscape.

Tatenhill today

At the heart of everything is Main Street, which acts as the backbone of the village. Just off the road sits the 13^th century Church of St. Michael and All Angels, once the mother church for the entire district which gave the village special importance within the local area.

The village’s local pub has a taste of tradition, serving British cuisine prepared with locally sourced produce, alongside delicious, freshly made deserts and a variety of drinks to accompany every dish on the menu. Thanks to its countryside setting, the pub houses its own animals – ideal for families with children and animal lovers of all ages.

A real sense of community can be felt across the village where a growing number of young families and professionals have established roots in recent years. It’s a welcoming place that benefits from fantastic transportation links, good education facilities and a range of amenities that can be accessed in the nearby towns and cities.

On your doorstep

A post office is conveniently located just 2.7 miles away in the village of Barton-under-Needwood, while all major amenities are situated just under 2 miles away in the village of Branston, including a large retail park and a wide selection of supermarkets, beauty salons, picturesque parks and stores of all kinds. There are independent shops, cafes, and a supermarket in and around Tatenhill and Barton-under-Needwood, which also plays home to a surgery, a dance school and a Scout group.

Living in Tatenhill you’ll be a short drive away from Branston, another village south-west of Burton-upon-Trent with excellent shopping facilities and well-respected schools.

Here golf lovers will find Branston Golf Club conveniently located just a nine-minute drive away. But the club has so much more to offer besides golf. Set in 270 acres of parkland, Branston is a privately owned, commercially run club with excellent health and fitness, food and event facilities, used as a popular wedding venue. The club offers incredible views, including a pond with a fountain in the middle and a great variety of mature tree species on the sidelines of the golf course and visitor trails.

As part of new development plans, a new 20-hectare business park, 40,000 square feet local centre, primary school, hospitality, sports and recreational facilities as well as attractive open spaces, roads and cycle routes are being developed to meet the needs of the growing local community.

Education

Moving here you’ll be pleased to find an array of “outstanding” and “good” schools, offering great opportunities for young pupils to learn and have better opportunities in life. From the Rykneld Primary School, rated “good”, which prides itself on the quality of care and education it provides, to the brand-new John Taylor Free School, a primary 2 form entry school at the Branston Locks Development, that will provide further education to pupils in the region.

The Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy is another new primary academy in Burton-upon-Trent, part of the REAch2 Academy Trust, the largest primary-only academy trust in the country. The Paget High School in Branston, a popular choice by parents, provides a positive learning environment for its community of students where they can grow, develop and thrive.

Transportation

Tatenhill is a well-connected place with easy access to the A38, well-designed infrastructure and plenty of parking. It’s ideally placed from Lichfield, Derby, Birmingham and Burton-upon-Trent, while the nearby Burton-upon-Trent train station runs frequent services to Birmingham New Street, which can be reached in just under 40 minutes, Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds, York, Reading, Cardiff, Nottingham, Newcastle, Plymouth and Edinburgh. If you’re traveling by car, Birmingham, Lichfield and Derby can all be easily accessed via the A38.

Finding everything you need and more

Living at this burgeoning central location you will enjoy unlimited access to a wide variety of amenities well suited for any budget and occasion. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a fantastic meal out, meet up with family and friends for a three-course dinner, explore the nearby cities and towns or head for an adventure with your better half, here there is everything for everyone. The area benefits from an excellent food scene comprised of local pubs and restaurants, a variety of takeaways, bars, tearooms and cafes.

Visit Burton-upon-Trent

If you fancy a change of scenery, Burton-upon-Trent is just over three miles away. A town known for its brewing, Burton is home to eight breweries and several heritage sites including the Claymills Pumping Station – a restored Victorian sewage pumping station on the north side of Burton that’s open to visitors today.

A falconry site for bird lovers, offering close-up wildlife experiences, Stapenhill Gardens, a must-see park combining woodland, lawn, wildflower meadows and formal planted areas along the River Trent, and the Burton Albion Football Club are all worth a visit should you be in town for a day or longer. And if you’re planning a stopover for a tasty meal, you’ll find a range of dining and drink options in and around the town centre with a variety of cuisines to match any taste and craving.

Ideal for families with children, Church Farm Tea Rooms & Childrens Farm is an excellent family run business in Burton, providing a sanctuary for the community any time of the year. Here, you and your littles ones can not only try tasty homemade treats, but you can also spend the day playing with the farm’s animals and enjoy some quality time outdoors.

Another popular local park just 4 miles of Tatenhill, Stapenhill Gardens, is also worth a visit on a quiet summer afternoon. Here you’ll find formal gardens, open grassland, woodland and a popular play area. The park has served as a green sanctuary for the community for the last 90 years.

Tutbury Castle, which sits just over five miles north of Tatenhill, is another excellent choice for a fun-filled day out exploring the area’s top attractions. The castle overlooks the winding River Dove and offers spectacular views across the Dove plains to the beautiful Derbyshire hills. As one of thousands of visitors every year, here you’ll not only have fun visiting the ‘haunted’ Great Hall and King’s Bedroom and the authentic Tudor Garden, but you’ll also brush up on your history knowledge with a historical re-enactment and archaeological excavation.

Barton Marina

Barton Marina is situated on the Trent & Mersey Canal near Barton-under-Needwood. It is home to over 300 narrowboats, and an eclectic collection of shopping and dining. This will soon become your favourite place to visit on a sunny afternoon, whether you’re looking to watch the next blockbuster movie at the independent Red Carpet Cinema & Café Bar, or grab a bite at a variety of eateries and restaurants. And just in case you needed more reasons to love it, the Marina plays host to a variety of seasonal and specialist markets, including arts and crafts events.

A new place to call home

Tatenhill is the ideal location for families, young and established professionals looking to put down roots and start a new chapter in their life. With all of Staffordshire’s major towns and cities within commutable distance, the village benefits from unrivaled connectivity and excellent transportation links, whether you like to travel by car or use public transport. Families with young children will find the area especially attractive thanks to a selection of “outstanding” and “good” schools, all catered towards providing quality education and meeting the needs of a growing community of young learners. This is a great place to live combining a variety of nature and outdoor spots at the heart of the National Forest with a wide selection of dining and retail amenities to suit every taste and budget.