Fladbury - Mill Bank Road - WC2

Many thanks to the folks at  Severn Trent Water for facilitating this camera's location at Fladbury Sewage Pumping Station and to Worcestershire County Council  for capitally funding its installation.  The Mill Bank Road often floods when the River Avon is in full spate. Please click here for flooding information regarding this location Fladbury, a village mentioned in the Domesday Book almost 1,000 years ago, is situated on the picturesque banks of the River Avon. The village is adorned with a multitude of captivating and distinctive buildings and features. On the opposite bank of the Avon lies Cropthorne village, and these two historic communities are united by the Jubilee Bridge, which gracefully spans the distance and can be observed in the camera's panoramic view.The focal point of Fladbury village is the notable church of St John the Baptist, located in the village center. This sacred place has served as a site of Christian worship since the arrival of monks in 691 AD, following a generous land grant from Ethelred, King of Mercia, to Oftfor, the Bishop of Worcester at that time. The original Saxon edifice, established by the monks, has regrettably vanished, and the present church building dates back to the 12th century, preserving only the remnants of its Norman-era tower base. Noteworthy renovations were carried out during the Victorian era, enhancing the church's appearance and maintaining its historical integrity. The tower proudly houses a set of eight bells, which were meticulously rehung on a new frame in 1991.Within the sacred confines of Fladbury Church, an imposing altar tomb stands as a significant monument. This tomb serves as the final resting place of Sir John Throckmorton of Throckmorton Manor, a renowned statesman who peacefully passed away on April 12, 1445. The interment of Sir John Throckmorton in Fladbury Church adds to the historical significance and reverence of this cherished place of worship. in Fladbury Church