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Handsacre sits just south of the River Trent, essentially forming a single continuous settlement with its neighbour Armitage along the A515. It’s an area shaped largely by its proximity to the Trent and Mersey Canal, which skirts the northern edge of the village and remains a focal point for weekend walkers and narrowboat traffic. Traditionally, the local economy was tied to the potteries - specifically the large Armitage Shanks factory which still dominates the local landscape - and the nearby Rugeley Power Station, though the recent demolition of the station's cooling towers has significantly altered the skyline and opened the door for long-term redevelopment. For daily practicalities, residents usually look to Rugeley, about three miles away, for major supermarkets and the Trent Valley railway station, which provides a direct link to London and Birmingham. It’s a quiet, functional spot with a mix of mid-century housing and newer developments, well-placed for accessing the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty while remaining firmly rooted in the industrial heritage of the West Midlands.