Storrs:
A sleepy little Hamlet with just a scattering of farm buildings and character properties.The nearest convenience store is just a few miles driving distance. The co-op and the Spar are located on Stannington Road in Stannington. From Throstle Nest, drive up the hill then left onto lea moor Lane, Left at the end of the road then continue along High Riggs Road for approximately 1 mile and you will come to the shops. There is also a post office, newsagents, general store, hairdressers, chip shop and a Chinese take away.
There is also further shops located in crosspool (off Manchester Road) where you will find an excellent Chinese takeaway (Dynasty-see menu) and there is also a superb Italian restaurant called Papa Chico’s (take your own alcohol) or for a la carte a visit to Artisan is a must. There is also a seafood restaurant above called Catch.
Should you wish to visit a larger supermarket you can find both Morrison’s and Tesco’s in Hillsborough.
FISHING::
Just a short walk down the lane from Throstle Nest you will find Loxley Fishery. This fishery in the summer has got to be one of the most scenic places .Alternatively if you don’t wish to carry all your fishing tackle you can access the fishery by car, as you travel from Throstle Nest It is situated left at the end of Rowell Lane onto Loxley Road turn left down Storrs Bridge Lane, Loxley Valley. It is situated before Dam Flask reservoir.
Loxley is triangular in shape, about 120mtr’s each side, and is fed by the river Loxley in one corner, (this is one of the few ponds where Barbell actually breed) each bank has a background of fully mature alder trees with a few Birch and sycamore trees mixed in, this venue is very well kept, and a number of pegs are suitable for Disabled anglers, The rules are very visible on a well organised notice board,
The water is about 4ft deep and has a number of Lilly pads which when in flower photographers home in on every year.
PUBLIC HOUSES:
A visit to Low & High Bradfield is a must as besides 2 nice friendly local pubs The Plough and The Old Horns you will have chance to watch a game of cricket (weather and season permitted), feed the ducks or visit the small village post office for tea and scones.
Both the Plough and The Old Horns offer a good bar meal or alternatively both have a restaurant attached for more formal dining.
The Admiral Rodney is situated on Loxley Road just a few minutes drive away which also offers a wide variety of “pub food” and I can recommend the Sunday dinners!
If you wish to drive a little further why not try The Strines Inn. The Strines Inn is a very special place. It's a Public House adorned with history. It's location, off the beaten track, yet a popular 'watering hole' for those that have been privileged to find. It's not a secret, but to every individual, it feels like their own 'secret' hideaway, where simply friends meet who you may not have met before!
