Towns & cities · West Midlands
Keele
Keele — village in Staffordshire, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Silverdale · 3.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Keele, the nearest railway station is Silverdale, which is 3.5 km away. Entry to the town is free.
About
Keele is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 2,886 people. Address: ST5. Wikidata describes it as: "village in Staffordshire, England, UK". Coordinates: 53.0044°, -2.2871°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Keele is a village and civil parish in the Borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, England. It is approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) west of Newcastle-under-Lyme and is close to the village of Silverdale. It is best known as the location of Keele University. The village is located in the Keele ward of the borough, with its name drawing from the old Anglo-Saxon Cȳ-hyll, meaning "Cow-hill". The 2001 census gave the parish a population of 3,664, increasing to 4,129 at the 2011 census. Most of the population were university students at one of its halls of residence, Hawthorns, which has since been sold for land redevelopment; it was located in the heart of the village.
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Background
Description
The village is recognised for its association with the university and its position astride the M6 motorway; however, during the Middle Ages, Keele was a major route from the North-West to London for laden packhorses and caravans alike. Keele Preceptory was granted to the Knights Templar, sometime between 1168 and 1169, by King Henry II. The Knights Templars, military order and later rivals Knights Hospitallers, would charge incoming traffic to pass through their lands; this would supplement rental income from farming tenants. Little remains today of the Templar's heritage and less so of the Hospitallers. An iron sculpture celebrating the arrival of the Templars at Keele was erected during…
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- Coordinates
- 53.0044, -2.2871
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Parish
- Keele
- Postcode
- ST5
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Population
- 2,886
- Nearest railway station
- Silverdale — 3.5 km
- Official site
- www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q986601 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Keele (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: St John the Baptist Keele 2222.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Keele War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
Westminster Theatre
Theatres · 0.9 km
University of Keele
Natural landmarks · 1.0 km
Keele University Islamic Centre
Historic churches · 1.0 km
Keele University Chapel
Chapels · 1.0 km
Bridge Approximately 90 Metres North East Of The Clock House
Historic bridges · 1.1 km
Raven Mason Collection
Museums · 1.2 km
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Keele Preceptory
Abbeys & priories · 1.2 km
Keele Hall
Stately homes · 1.2 km
Silverdale
Villages · 1.4 km
Courtyard by Marriott
Hotels · 1.6 km
Silverdale
Towns & cities · 1.8 km
Keele is a village in Staffordshire, located in the West Midlands, with a population of 2,886. Our guide lists N attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 2,886
- Administrative county
- Staffordshire
- Constituency
- Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Top categories near here
Things to see in Keele
23 attractions within 12 km. Full guide: things to do in Keele →
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Keele Preceptory
Keele Preceptory is a abbey in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Chapels · West Midlands
Keele University Chapel
Keele University Chapel — chapel in Keele, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, England, UK.
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📷 3Manor houses · West Midlands
Old Madeley Manor
Old Madeley Manor — a manor in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Museums · West Midlands
Raven Mason Collection
Raven Mason Collection — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 4Museums · West Midlands
Whitmore Hall
Whitmore Hall — a Grade I-listed museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 4Manor houses · West Midlands
Madeley Old Manor
Madeley Old Manor — a Grade II-listed manor in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · West Midlands
Bridge Approximately 90 Metres North East Of The Clock House
Bridge Approximately 90 Metres North East Of The Clock House — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Bridge Approximately 15 Metres South East Of Old Stable Block
Bridge Approximately 15 Metres South East Of Old Stable Block — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Keele War Memorial
Keele War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Madeley War Memorial
Madeley War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
WWI & WWII War Memorial
WWI & WWII War Memorial — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Leycett Miners Memorial
Leycett Miners Memorial — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Natural landmarks · West Midlands
University of Keele
University of Keele — a university in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · West Midlands
Keele University Islamic Centre
Keele University Islamic Centre — a church in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Museums · West Midlands
Whitmore, Staffordshire
Whitmore, Staffordshire — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Caravan parks · West Midlands
Stableford Caravan Park
Stableford Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
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📷 5Mountains & hills · West Midlands
Whitmore Heath
Whitmore Heath — a hill or mountain in england west midlands.
Nearby
📷 3Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Keele War Memorial
Keele War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3📷 5Natural landmarks · West Midlands
University of Keele
University of Keele — a university in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · West Midlands
Keele University Islamic Centre
Keele University Islamic Centre — a church in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Chapels · West Midlands
Keele University Chapel
Keele University Chapel — chapel in Keele, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, England, UK.
📷 3Historic bridges · West Midlands
Bridge Approximately 90 Metres North East Of The Clock House
Bridge Approximately 90 Metres North East Of The Clock House — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Keele
Places to stay
📷 5Hotels · West Midlands
Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott — a hotel in england west midlands. 4-star. Brand: Marriott.
📷 5Hotels · West Midlands
Travelodge
Travelodge — a hotel in england west midlands.
📷 5Hotels · West Midlands
Borough Arms Hotel
Borough Arms Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · West Midlands
Stableford Caravan Park
Stableford Caravan Park — a caravan park in england west midlands.
📷 5Hotels · West Midlands
North Stafford Hotel
North Stafford Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.
📷 5Hotels · West Midlands
Hilton Garden Inn Stoke on Trent
Hilton Garden Inn Stoke on Trent — a hotel in england west midlands. 4-star. Brand: Hilton Garden Inn.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · North West England
The Wine Vaults Public House
The Wine Vaults Public House in England North West, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Historic pubs · West Midlands
The Old Greyhound Public House
The Old Greyhound Public House in England North West, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic pubs · West Midlands
Duke William
Duke William — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
📷 5Historic pubs · West Midlands
Leopard Public House
Leopard Public House in England North West, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · West Midlands
The Vine Public House
The Vine Public House in England North West, United Kingdom.
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Colton — village and civil parish in Lichfield District, Staffordshire, England.
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Flagship📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Keele?
- Keele is in Staffordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode ST5), in the parish of Keele.
- What is Keele?
- Keele — village in Staffordshire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Keele?
- The nearest railway station is Silverdale, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode ST5.
- Is Keele free to visit?
- Yes, Keele is free to enter.
- How do I get to Keele?
- The nearest railway station is Silverdale, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ST5.