Springhill, South Staffordshire Explained

Official Name:	Springhill
Country:	England
Region:	West Midlands
Coordinates:	52.6366°N -2.0368°W
Hide Services:	Yes
Population:	538
Population Ref:	(2019 estimate)
Area Total Km2:	0.300
Static Image:	Why Not^ - geograph.org.uk - 454199.jpg

Springhill is a hamlet about a mile from Essington village, in the civil parish of Essington, in the South Staffordshire district, in the county of Staffordshire, England. In 2019 it had an estimated population of 538.^[1]

Amenities

Springhill has a pub called the Why Not Inn Inn.^[2]

History

The name "Springhill" means "hill with a copse".^[3] Springhill Colliery located east of Springhill appears to have been active in the 19th century.^[4]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Springhill. City Population De. 3 February 2021.
2. Web site: Bar and Indian Grill. The Why Not Inn Essington. 3 February 2021.
3. Web site: Springhill Survey of English Place-Names. The University of Nottingham. 3 February 2021.
4. Web site: Site of Springhill Colliery, Essington. Heritage Gateway. 30 March 2021.