Coleshill

 

LOCATED IN THE ANCIENT COACHING TOWN OF COLESHILL

 
 
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Coleshill, North Warwickshire

Coleshill is an ancient coaching town which sits on a hill adjacent to the river Cole (hence its name). It dates back to the Iron Age around 43AD with hut circles identified through excavation just North of the river. The town itself has retained in most parts its original layout and 19th Century Architecture, with the main high street running up the hill from the river. The street comprises of a mix of shops and restaurants set within mostly historic redbrick buildings. The original coaching inns still exist and provide local modern day accommodation and food.

My Tiny Estate sits at the top of the hill and at the end of the high street and occupies a significant part of the east side of the street. It adjoins the vicarage next door which is set back from the road in quite extensive land. The vicarage once shared its history with My Tiny Estate and there are still evidence of the connecting doors through the garden walls at the rear.

Most will now know this house by ‘My Tiny Estate’ but it does go by another name, It is actually named Coleshill House but for many of the locals it is more known as the ‘Old Coleshill Library’ as it served the town for around 40 years before being relocated further down the high street.

Set within the heart of the town, My Tiny Estate is within walking distance of many local conveniences, yet has many lovely walks through the countryside which are located at the back of the Estate.

Locality

Coleshill became a very successful coaching inn because of its prime position. It sits between the two large cities of Birmingham and Coventry. Historically the town was said to have been more well known than the city of Birmingham, as many coaches chose to stay here on the commute North down to London. It sits near to the town of Meriden which is the centre most point of England. Did you know Brylcreem (Hair Product) and Typhoo Tea were invented in this town.

TRANSPORT LINKS

It now sits within easy reach of the modern road networks, such as the M6, M42 and M6 toll. With the future high speed 2 rail hub being constructed a short 8 mins drive from the town it is very well connected.

Bus - Right outside the front door

Rail - Coleshill Parkway (4mins drive) or Birmingham International Station (8mins drive)

Air - Birmingham International Airport (10mins drive)

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THINGS TO DO

Coleshill is a typical English town with a few restaurants and shops but provides a perfect base to spread out your wings to visit local attractions. The town has a beautiful church (Church of St Peter and St Paul) dating from the 13th Century it is one of the finest churches in Warwickshire, inside it has a 12th century font of Norman original, which is one of the finest examples in the country. This lovely piece of architecture is set within a lovely landscape which is tucked behind the main high street.

Like all towns it has a few Coffee shops, maybe just grab a drink and go for a walk around the block. You can turn right out of My Tiny Estate and walk down the high street, turn right again when you see the church and you can do a loop all the way around the back of My Tiny Estate. You will see how much the landscape changes between the front and the back.

WALKS

Coleshill sits on the cusp of Birminghams urban area and the countryside beyond. You only have to step out the back of My Tiny Estate to be in the countryside and the land falls away to fields beyond. The house sits near to the public footpath on the rear where you can get lost in the countryside beyond. Once you get down to the river you will come onto the heart of England public footpath which covers 102 miles in length.

ATTRACTIONS:

  • NEC (National Exhibition Centre) - Located a short 10mins drive away, the NEC hosts numerous events from the Motor Show to Grand Designs Interiors with the Arena being located next to it hosting major Music Concerts and events (check www.thenec.co.uk for upcoming events)

  • Resorts World - Just a short 10 mins drive away Resort world contains shops, restaurants a cinema and The Bear Grylls Adventure (www.beargryllsadventure.com), covering Ziplines, indoor skydiving and adrenaline pumping activities.

  • Snowdome - Located in Tamworth 25mins drive away the snowdome provides indoor skiing with real snow, sledging and tobogganing (dependant on days) (www.snowdome.co.uk)

  • Drayton Manor Theme Park - Located in Tamworth again, 25 mins drive is the theme park which coves rides, attractions and a Zoo. (www.draytonmanor.co.uk)

  • Alton Towers - A little further afield (around 1hr drive) is the larger theme park of alton towers, set within the lands of an old Manor House this theme park hosts a huge range of rides and attractions. (altontowers.com)

  • Cadbury World -Located in Bournville, Birmingham about 30 min drive. It is a self-guided exhibition tour. The tour tells the history of chocolate, and of the Cadbury business, you can purchase chocolate there much cheaper than in shops.

  • Warwick Castle - A medieval castle developed from a wooden fort, which was rebuilt in stone during the 12th centur . Warwick is the county town of Warwickshire, situated 25 minutes away.

  • Kenilworth Castle - this castle has been described as "the finest surviving example of a semi-royal palace of the later middle ages, significant for its scale, form and quality of workmanship. only 20 minutes away.

LOCATIONS

  • Shustoke Reservoir - The ancient village of Shustoke is 5 mins drive away where there is a lovely reservoir to walk around.

  • Kingsbury Water Park - Kingsbury Water Park consists of 15 lakes on a 600 acre park there are plenty of paths for walks and cycling.

  • Sutton Coldfield Park - located within 20 min Sutton Park is a 2,400 acre National Nature Reserve. It's one of the largest urban parks in Europe and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

  • Stratford Upon Avon - Home to Shakespeare this beautiful town sitting upon the river is a lovely place to visit to soak up the quintessential English architecture and culture (40mins drive)

  • Birmingham City Centre- The main city centre sits 20mins drive away, or you can jump on the train at Birmingham international and get there in 10mins

  • Solihull - Fancy going shopping the Touchwood centre in Solihull and its main high street hosts a great array of shops and restaurants