Fox Covert

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Newcastle-under-Lyme

England

Fox Covert

Shropshire Union Canal - Approaching Hollings Bridge (No.58) Hollings Bridge (Bridge No.58) is the most northerly of three bridges over Woodseaves Cutting of the &#039;Shroppie&#039;. Though tall, it is not as lofty as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167402">SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south</a>
As with many bridges, it is an &#039;accommodation bridge&#039; carry nothing more than a track - this one is not even a right-of-way.
The bridge id EH Grade II listed: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1205985?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1205985?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Shropshire Union Canal - Approaching Hollings Bridge (No.58) Credit: Rob Farrow

Fox Covert is a picturesque woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, the woodland covers an extensive area and is known for its dense forest and diverse range of wildlife. The area is characterized by its towering trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

The woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. It offers a variety of walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the beauty of the forest and discover its hidden treasures. The trails are well-maintained and suitable for all levels of fitness, making Fox Covert an ideal location for a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike.

Wildlife is abundant in Fox Covert, with numerous species calling the woodland home. Visitors may encounter foxes, deer, rabbits, and a wide array of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The woodland also boasts a rich variety of plant life, with wildflowers, ferns, and mosses adding color and texture to the forest floor.

For those seeking tranquility and a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Fox Covert provides the perfect escape. The peaceful surroundings, coupled with the soothing sounds of nature, create an idyllic setting for relaxation and contemplation. Whether it's enjoying a picnic, birdwatching, or simply taking a moment to appreciate the beauty of the natural world, Fox Covert offers a sanctuary away from the stresses of modern living.

In summary, Fox Covert in Staffordshire is a stunning woodland area that captivates visitors with its lush forest, diverse wildlife, and tranquil ambiance. It is a haven for nature lovers and a place where one can reconnect with the beauty of the natural world.

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Fox Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.893634/-2.4631777 or Grid Reference SJ6833. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shropshire Union Canal - Approaching Hollings Bridge (No.58)

Hollings Bridge (Bridge No.58) is the most northerly of three bridges over Woodseaves Cutting of the 'Shroppie'. Though tall, it is not as lofty as SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south As with many bridges, it is an 'accommodation bridge' carry nothing more than a track - this one is not even a right-of-way. The bridge id EH Grade II listed: Link

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - Canalside stumpy figure

This little chap is to be found a mile or so south of Market Drayton on the Shropshire Union Canal. His middle section seems to have changed somewhat since Roger's closer view taken in 2014 SJ6833 : Canalside sculpture below Tyrley Locks, Shropshire

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - Tyrley Wharf and Top Lock

Tyrley locks are a flight of five locks on the Shropshire Union Canal. Beside the top lock is this set of buildings comprising Tyrley Wharf. The five locks rise a total of 33' (10m) - they are in good condition, but there can be quite a side-swell immediately downstream of the lower end of some of the locks where excess water pours out of the culvert with some force. (see SJ6832 : Shropshire Union Canal - Between locks 4 & 5, Tyrley Locks) There are three buildings here that are all EH Grade II listed: 33-36 Tyrley Wharf: Link

Former Chapel: Link

30,31,32 & 37 Tyrley Wharf: Link

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Shropshire Union Canal - Between locks 4 & 5, Tyrley Locks

Looking northwards along the pound between lock 4 (adjacent to the camera) and lock 5 (just visible in the distance). Lock 5 is the bottom lock of the short flight. Notice the rush of water from the culvert on the left, this was encountered on all the lower three locks and tended to push the boat sideways.

Rob Farrow

Market Drayton - Salopian Star

This C17th building houses the Salopian Star pub. It has an unusual projecting first-storey room above the steps leading to the front door. The photo was taken from a few yards into Cross Street (not Ross Street as you might think from the image!). It is EH Grade II listed Link

Rob Farrow

Bridge 59 on the Shropshire Union Canal

Grade II listed. Listing number 1377594. Canal bridge. C.1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Coursed sandstone with ashlar dressings. Wide elliptical arch with voussoirs; coped parapet and flat string course. Cast iron posts on towpath side with grooves for holding ropes, formerly used on narrow boats.

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33-36 Tyrley Wharf

Grade II listed. Listing number 1027995. Former canal workers' cottages, now cottages. 1837 (datestone on gable end of No.33) with later alterations. Brown brick with ashlar dressings; slate roofs with coped verges on stone kneelers. Two storeys; three windows to south; multi-paned two-light casements in stone surrounds, three doorways, also in stone surrounds, to ground floor, one (No.33) to left of left-hand window and two to right (Nos. 34 and 35) alternating with windows; prominent ridge stack to left (to No. 33) and one to right (shared between Nos. 34 and 35).

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Tyrley Lock No 1

Grade II listed. Listing number 1354783. Lock. 1827-30 with C20 alterations. Telford design. Brick and stone chamber and wing walls, with concrete coping. Off side tail steps. Single steel top gate with 1 mechanical gate paddle gearing and 2 mechanical ground paddle gearings. Double wooden bottom gates with 2 mechanical gate paddle gearings. Oval iron number-plate on off side gate. Concrete heel grip platforms. Brick and concrete towpath ramps down to adjoining bridge.

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Shropshire Union Canal

From Tyrley Lock No 3.

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Passing between Tyrley locks 4 and 5

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

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Shropshire Union Canal

Near Market Drayton.

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Newcastle Road Bridge and Pillbox

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

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Talbot Wharf

On the Shropshire Union Canal

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Market Drayton wharf

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

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Betton Road Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1056088. Canal bridge. Circa 1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Dressed red sandstone with tooled dressings. Elliptical skew arch with voussoirs and raised keystones. Humped-back shape with string course and parapet with square end piers and rounded coping. Slightly battered and curved abutments. Cast-iron corner posts on towpath side with grooves caused by rope haulage. Oval cast-iron number plate to south.

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Former stable block

Grade II listed. Listing number 1307599. Stable block. Circa 1770. Red brick with hipped plain tile roof. U-plan, at right angles to road. 2 storeys. Dentil brick eaves cornice. Central square wooden cupola with keyed round arches and ogee lead dome with globe finial and weathervane. 2:4:2 bays. Central break has wide open triangular-pedimented gable with circular wooden clock in tympanum. Wooden cross windows with gauged-brick heads (blocked to first floor). 2 central bays with blocked first- floor lunettes above ground-floor round-arched doorways, that to left blocked and that to right with pair of boarded doors. Boarded door in second bay from left with 2-part rectangular overlight. Pair of flanking wings at right-angles, that to left of one storey with brick ridge stack and altered openings and that to right of 2 storeys with various boarded doors and lozenge-shaped honeycomb vents in gable end. Rear: 8 bays. Segmental-headed pair of boarded doors just off-centre to left. End walls of main block of 2 bays.

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The Grove, Market Drayton

Grade II listed. Listing number 1056093. House, used as schoolbuilding. Circa 1770, for Colonel Thomas D'Avenant. Red brick with gauged orange brick dressings, rendered plinth and some painted stone details. Hipped plain tile roof. Double-pile plan with semi-circular bow to south-east, flanking canted bays to sides and service wing to north-east. Two storeys and attic.

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