Originally called Theotenhall prior to the Norman Conquest.

Its main claim to historical fame is the Battle of Tettenhall that took place in 910 where the Saxon forces of Edward the Elgar defeated a large force of raiding Vikings. This battle is considered to be second only in importance to the Battle of Hastings of 1066.

Mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086.

A country village up to as recently as 150 years ago, where in later years had an industry of lock and buckle making.

In medieval times Tettenhall was at the meeting point of three great forests; Cannock, Kinver and Brewood.

The Rock was cut in 1820 to 1823. Prior to this the main thoroughfare through the village was Old Hill. At the top of the Old Hill stood the 'Rose and Crown' Pub, now the Rock Hotel.

It's growing residential role alongside Wolverhampton led to, in 1966, the village being absorbed into Wolverhampton and so bringing to an end the long history of indepedance.

The lord of the Manor is Lord Wrottesley whose 'manor' is Wrottesley Hall. Other great families to have resided in Tettenhall include the Thorneycrofts with the eccentric Colonel and his many inventions who resided in 'Tettenhall Towers' and the Manders.