Round Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Newcastle-under-Lyme

England

Round Wood

Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south This very lofty bridge is No.57 on the Shropshire Union Canal. Not too surprisingly it is called High Bridge (a name it shares with the somewat less tall Bridge No.39 -see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167392">SJ7824 : Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.39) from the south</a>).
This is the middle of three bridges which span the Woodseaves Cutting a few miles south of Market Drayton. It is an &#039;accommodation bridge&#039; and carries a minor track across the canal.
Note that this &#039;Woodseaves&#039; is close to the canal to the west at this point and should not be confused with another &#039;Woodseaves&#039; several miles to the southeast.
The bridge is EH Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1293703?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1293703?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>
See also
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167472">SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - Woodseaves Cutting - High Bridge</a>
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167474">SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - Reflected High Bridge (No.57)</a> — Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south Credit: Rob Farrow

Round Wood is a small woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Situated near the village of Wood, the forest covers an approximate area of 20 acres. It is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and outdoor activities due to its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

The wood is predominantly composed of deciduous trees such as oak, birch, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. This provides a sheltered habitat for a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and numerous bird species. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich diversity of plants, including bluebells and wood anemones, which bloom in spring, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape.

Round Wood offers several walking trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. The paths wind through the forest, providing glimpses of sun-dappled clearings and babbling brooks. There are also designated picnic areas for visitors to enjoy a meal surrounded by nature.

The woodland is managed by local conservation groups, who work to preserve its natural habitat and protect the wildlife that calls it home. They also organize educational programs and guided walks to raise awareness about the importance of woodland conservation.

Round Wood is a haven for nature lovers, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its picturesque beauty and diverse wildlife make it a prime destination for those seeking a connection with the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.88958/-2.4441698 or Grid Reference SJ7032. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south

This very lofty bridge is No.57 on the Shropshire Union Canal. Not too surprisingly it is called High Bridge (a name it shares with the somewat less tall Bridge No.39 -see SJ7824 : Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.39) from the south). This is the middle of three bridges which span the Woodseaves Cutting a few miles south of Market Drayton. It is an 'accommodation bridge' and carries a minor track across the canal. Note that this 'Woodseaves' is close to the canal to the west at this point and should not be confused with another 'Woodseaves' several miles to the southeast. The bridge is EH Grade II listed Link

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - Woodseaves Cutting - High Bridge

Heading along Woodseaves Cutting on the Shropshire Union Canal with High Bridge ahead. See also SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - Reflected High Bridge (No.57)

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - Reflected High Bridge (No.57)

High Bridge (No.57) reflected in the Shropshire Union Canal, as seen when approaching it from the south. This bridge spans the Woodseaves Cutting. This very lofty bridge is an 'accommodation bridge' carrying nothing more than a minor track over the canal. The bridge is EH Grade II listed Link

For a closer view of the bridge see SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - High Bridge (No.57) from the south and for a more distant one, see SJ6930 : Shropshire Union Canal - Woodseaves Cutting - High Bridge

Rob Farrow

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

Rob Farrow

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

High Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1293703. Canal bridge. Circa 1830. Thomas Telford and Alexander Easton, engineers. Dressed red sandstone with rock-faced and tooled ashlar dressings. Very tall elliptical arch with voussoirs, and raised impost blocks and keystone. Flat string course, and parapet with square end piers and rounded coping. Slightly battered and curved abutments. The bridge spans the canal within a deep cutting.

Andrew Abbott

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.

Andrew Abbott

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).

Andrew Abbott

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.

Andrew Abbott