Hammerwich

Hammerwich is a village situated to the south east of Burntwood in Staffordshire. The name derives from the Old English hamor(by a hill) and wic(place). Charcoal burning,nail making, agriculture and coal mining have all been prevalent in the village over the years.

Ammenities in the village at present include a post office,community centre,a Women's Institute hall and a church called St.Johns.

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