Lea Marston by Grzegorz Wasowicz
Lea Marston
Lea Marston is a small village in Warwickshire, England, located near the River Tame, to the northeast of Birmingham. It is a rural settlement with a mix of traditional cottages, farms, and modern residences, surrounded by countryside and agricultural land.
The village is known for its proximity to Lea Marston Lakes and nature reserves, which provide opportunities for walking, fishing, and birdwatching. The nearby Kingsbury Water Park, a large outdoor recreation area with lakes, trails, and wildlife habitats, is a popular destination for visitors.
Lea Marston has a history linked to agriculture and local industry. Over the years, it has developed into a semi-rural community with connections to larger towns such as Tamworth and Coleshill. The village is home to Lea Marston Hotel & Spa, which attracts visitors looking for leisure and relaxation.
Transport links are good, with the M42 and M6 Toll providing access to the wider Midlands region. Despite its rural setting, Lea Marston benefits from being close to Birmingham and other urban centres while retaining a peaceful village atmosphere.
Created: 1 February 2025 Edited: 12 February 2025
Lea Marston
Local History around Lea Marston
There are some historic monuments around including:
Maxstoke CastleMotte and bailey castle with later moated site at Stonebridge CrescentMoated site 270m south east of Middleton FarmChurchyard cross in St Cuthbert's churchyardFurnace End BridgeKingsbury Hall: a medieval enclosure castle and post-medieval houseColeshill BridgeMaxstoke Priory and moated siteDrakenage Farm moated site, a fishpond and associated closesChurchyard cross, St Michael's churchyardCross immediately south of St John's Church.
