Penkridge
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![The River Penk, from Bull Bridge on the northern edge of the historic centre. The Roller Mill is visible in the distance: the Penk was long an important energy source for the town.](/Images/godic/202502/01/River_Penk_and_Roller_Mill_from_Bull_Bridge_Penkridge3852.jpg")
![William Wynnesbury and his wife, from their memorial, now in the floor of the priest's vestry at St. Michael's church.](/Images/godic/202502/01/Penkridge_St_Michael_-_William_Wynnesbury_tomb_15023852.jpg")
Penkridge is a market town and civil parish in Staffordshire, England. Penkridge has a history since the 17th century as an industrial and commercial centre for neighbouring villages and the agricultural produce of Cannock Chase, strengthening its interpretation as a small town.