Coven: History, Church and Golf

Coven: Local History and Architecture

If you’re looking for a hotel in Coven, the village profile offers some concrete points of interest: listed architecture, the history of local industries, and opportunities for walking and golf. This can help you decide whether historic buildings, village history or active pursuits are more important to you when choosing a destination.

The entry in the Domesday Book of 1086 indicates that Coven existed before the Norman Conquest of 1066. The historic settlement centre lies along Brewood Road, where most of the Grade II listed buildings have been preserved. Grange Farm is a large Grade II listed farm in Coven.

St Paul’s Church: Date and Architectural Style

St Paul’s Church is also a Grade II listed building. E. Banks of Wolverhampton built the church in 1857. It is made of squared sandstone, has a slate roof and features fish-scale bands. Its plan is cruciform, and its style is attributed to the late 13th century.

The date and style refer to different aspects: 1857 is the year it was built, while the reference to the late 13th century describes its architectural design. This distinction is useful when exploring Coven’s building history, as it separates the building’s date of construction from its stylistic classification.

Crafts and Industry in the 19th Century

In the 19th century, Coven was a village shaped by work. Local trades included locksmithing, chain making and iron smelting. The Village Foundry was built in 1860 at the corner of Brewood Road and Lawn Lane; its former site has since been redeveloped.

Coven was also home to a manufacturer of traction engines and privately built steam locomotives for railways. Goods for this business were transported via a wharf on the nearby Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The recorded industrial history therefore includes not only work in workshops and at the foundry, but also the business’s link to a transport route.

Exploring Coven on Foot

The Coven walks are part of the South Staffordshire Walking Programme. Weekly Rainbow Health Walks are also held, offering a way to explore the village on foot. These two activities provide a concrete reason to experience Coven not only through its historic buildings but also by taking a walk. Check the dates before your trip.

Golf in Different Formats

The 3 Hammers Par 3 Golf Course is a publicly accessible 15-hole short course. The 3 Hammers Driving Range is a covered, publicly accessible facility with Toptracer Range technology. The 3 Hammers Golf Complex is also home to Jurassic Creek, an 18-hole dinosaur-themed crazy golf course.

The main differences are in the format: a Par 3 short course, a driving range or themed crazy golf. You can compare the options by the type of play, without treating them as a single experience. Check booking details for the short course and Jurassic Creek, as well as driving range availability, before you travel.

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