Autumn in Ticknall

Ticknall Village Hall Gardens

The gardens at Ticknall Village Hall offer a tranquil escape, blending formal and informal elements. Benches offer spots for quiet reflection amidst the greenery. Here we see the trees displaying their autumnal foliage in shades of gold and brown. They are dotted throughout the green lawn, casting long shadows in the late afternoon light. The gardens serve as a community hub, hosting events and providing a peaceful backdrop for village life.

The Commemorative Map of Ticknall

This commemorative map of Ticknall is displayed on a public information board at the village hall. The map is dedicated to the Ticknall men who served in the Great War (1914-1918) and marks the 100th anniversary of the war’s commencement. Various landmarks are marked and numbered.

Surrounding the map are small illustrations of these landmarks, each corresponding to a number on the map.

On the left and right sides of the map are a list of names, they are the men of Ticknall who served in the Great War. The bottom of the map shows the producer and map designer.

The Ticknall Lock-up

The Lock-up at Ticknall, shown as number 6 on the commemorative map is a small, conical-roofed brick structure with a single wooden door. It served as a temporary jail used to hold individuals for minor offenses before they were brought before a magistrate.

Ticknall Taps

Ticknall is known for its distinctive water spouts, also called Ticknall Taps. These were installed in 1914 by Sir Vauncey Harpur-Crewe to provide a public water supply. The decorative, green-painted cast iron taps feature a lion’s head design, with water emerging from the lion’s mouth. Originally fed by a wind pump and reservoir, they were in use until mains water arrived in 1962. Several of these historic taps can still be seen around the village today.

St George’s Church at Ticknall

St George’s Church in Ticknall is a Grade II listed parish church, built in 1842 by Henry Isaac Stevens, replacing an older church dedicated to St Thomas Becket. This Victorian Gothic style church features a west tower with a recessed spire, a common design in this region. Inside, you’ll find five-bay arcades with octagonal piers, a wheel window above the tower entrance, and stained glass by Morris & Co. The church also houses an incised alabaster slab to John Frances, a knight from around 1375.

Here we see the church on a sunny autumn day. The church, constructed from light-coloured stone, stands prominently against the clear blue sky. Its architectural features, including a tall, slender spire and arched windows, are clearly visible. The churchyard, with its neatly trimmed green lawn and scattered gravestones, surrounds the building, adding to the sense of history and tranquillity.

Chapel Street Ticknall

Chapel Street in Ticknall is a charming, historic street that reflects the village’s character. It’s lined with a mix of traditional buildings, often constructed from local brick or stone, giving it a cohesive and picturesque appearance. The street exudes a sense of tranquillity, typical of a rural English village. Mature trees and well-maintained gardens add to the street’s visual appeal.

The second image above captures a quaint, rustic stall set outside a cottage in Chapel Street, Ticknall, offering a variety of homemade goods. The stall, constructed from weathered wood with a light blue hue, features several shelves displaying jars of preserves, including jam, marmalade, and chutney. The overall scene conveys a sense of community, homemade goodness, and rustic appeal.