Parish in Lichfield, Staffordshire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.604, -1.737 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 17 00 |
| Dialling code: | 01827 (Tamworth) |
Drayton Bassett is a small, quietly rural parish in the district of Lichfield, Staffordshire, England, sitting a few miles south of Tamworth and close to the meanders of the River Tame. It feels quintessentially villagey, with farmland, hedgerows and lanes giving way to easy commuter access to nearby towns and motorways, so many residents combine agricultural life with working elsewhere in the region.
The area is notable for its historical ties to the Peel family and the former Drayton Manor estate - the parkland later became the site of a well‑known theme park - and the local parish church contains memorials reflecting that heritage. Today the community remains small and village‑centred, with a mix of historic buildings, quiet lanes and a social life shaped by local events and neighbouring town amenities.
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