Area Guides

Nestled in the heart of Staffordshire, Lichfield is a charming and vibrant cathedral city that effortlessly combines rich heritage with contemporary living. At Downes and Daughters, we’re proud to help you discover why so many are drawn to call Lichfield home.

At Downes and Daughters, we understand the appeal of village life, and few places capture it better than Whittington and Fisherwick. Just a stone’s throw from Lichfield, these two neighbouring villages offer peaceful rural living with a strong community spirit and excellent connections.

Situated on the banks of the River Tame, the village of Elford is one of Staffordshire’s best-kept secrets – a peaceful and picturesque spot offering timeless charm, a welcoming community, and idyllic surroundings. At Downes and Daughters, we know that Elford’s appeal lies in its perfect blend of rural tranquillity and accessibility.

Tucked away in the scenic Staffordshire countryside, Harlaston is a small yet highly desirable village offering a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of Lichfield and Tamworth. At Downes and Daughters, we’re proud to represent homes in this picturesque part of the county, where village charm meets modern convenience.

Just a few miles northeast of Lichfield, Fradley is a fast-growing Staffordshire village that offers a fantastic blend of rural surroundings, modern housing, and excellent transport connections. At Downes and Daughters, we’re proud to help buyers and sellers navigate this dynamic and welcoming community.

Set along the banks of the Trent and Mersey Canal and surrounded by open Staffordshire countryside, Alrewas is a beautiful and sought-after village that blends riverside tranquillity with vibrant community life. At Downes and Daughters, we know Alrewas stands out as a truly special place to call home.

Nestled on the edge of the National Forest in East Staffordshire, Yoxall is a quintessential English village that beautifully blends rural charm with modern convenience. Surrounded by scenic countryside, this historic village offers a peaceful lifestyle with a strong sense of community — making it one of the region’s most sought-after places to live.

Nestled in the heart of Warwickshire’s scenic countryside, Barton is a peaceful and picturesque village that combines traditional rural charm with easy access to modern conveniences. Perfectly placed between Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick, Barton offers a serene escape for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Tucked into the tranquil Staffordshire countryside, Kings Bromley is a thriving and distinguished village that effortlessly blends rural charm with accessible modern living. With its friendly atmosphere, rich history, and well-connected location, Kings Bromley is a place people don’t just move to—they settle in and stay.

Perfectly placed between the vibrant city of Lichfield and the rolling Staffordshire countryside, Shenstone is a village that balances refined rural living with exceptional connectivity. With its tree-lined streets, elegant homes, and thriving village atmosphere, Shenstone is widely regarded as one of the area’s most desirable places to live.

Set beside the gentle flow of the Trent & Mersey Canal and surrounded by Staffordshire’s green heartlands, Armitage and Handsacre are two closely connected villages that offer a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. With a rich history, thriving community spirit, and great links to nearby towns and cities, these villages are becoming increasingly popular with families, commuters, and downsizers alike.

Set on the southern edge of Cannock Chase and just minutes from Lichfield, Burntwood is a town that offers the space and pace of semi-rural living with all the practicality of a well-connected location. With its strong community roots, excellent schooling, and a broad variety of homes, Burntwood is a place where families put down roots, professionals find balance, and retirees feel right at home.