Crackley

Settlement in Staffordshire Newcastle-under-Lyme

England

Crackley

Apedale Country Park
Apedale Country Park Credit: Jonathan Hutchins

Crackley is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it lies approximately 5 miles northeast of the town of Stafford and about 25 miles north of Birmingham. The village is nestled within a picturesque rural landscape, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and scattered woodlands.

With a population of around 500 residents, Crackley exudes a close-knit community atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, boasting a charming collection of traditional stone cottages and modern houses. Its quaint and peaceful ambiance provides an ideal setting for those seeking a tranquil countryside lifestyle.

Crackley benefits from its proximity to Stafford, which offers a wide range of amenities and services. Residents can access various shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities within a short drive. The village also benefits from good transportation links, with nearby major roads providing convenient access to the surrounding areas.

Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the abundance of recreational opportunities in the vicinity of Crackley. The Staffordshire countryside offers numerous walking trails, cycling routes, and picturesque picnic spots. Additionally, nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, presents opportunities for hiking, wildlife observation, and even mountain biking.

In conclusion, Crackley is a charming village in Staffordshire, known for its idyllic rural setting, close community spirit, and easy access to nearby amenities and natural attractions.

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Crackley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.045177/-2.25429 or Grid Reference SJ8349. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Apedale Country Park
Apedale Country Park
Playground off Cheswardine Road, Bradwell On the edge of the Bradwell estate between Newcastle and Kidsgrove, by a footpath to Bradwell Wood.
Playground off Cheswardine Road, Bradwell
On the edge of the Bradwell estate between Newcastle and Kidsgrove, by a footpath to Bradwell Wood.
Picnic site near Chesterton Holy Trinity church in Chesterton is a landmark from this picnic site on open land between the Parkouse Industrial Estate and Beasley, north of Newcastle.
Picnic site near Chesterton
Holy Trinity church in Chesterton is a landmark from this picnic site on open land between the Parkouse Industrial Estate and Beasley, north of Newcastle.
Apedale Country Park near Newcastle under Lyme Pit head wheel and coal tub memorial to the miners of North Staffordshire.
Apedale Country Park near Newcastle under Lyme
Pit head wheel and coal tub memorial to the miners of North Staffordshire.
Apedale Country Park North eastern entrance to Apedale Country Park, off Apedale Road, Chesterton.
Apedale Country Park
North eastern entrance to Apedale Country Park, off Apedale Road, Chesterton.
Pond, Apedale Rd, Chesterton
Pond, Apedale Rd, Chesterton
Disused Tip One of many disused mining spoil tips in this area. This one is on private land but that doesn't seem to have stopped off-road bikers from tearing up a fair amount of the planting.
Disused Tip
One of many disused mining spoil tips in this area. This one is on private land but that doesn't seem to have stopped off-road bikers from tearing up a fair amount of the planting.
Newcastle Way Marker Post At the entrance to Apedale Country Park this post marks part of the route of the Newcastle Way a 25 mile walking route through much of the Borough of Newcastle under-Lyme linking the Staffordshire Way at Mow Cop in the north with the Shropshire Union Canal towpath at Market Drayton in the south.
Newcastle Way Marker Post
At the entrance to Apedale Country Park this post marks part of the route of the Newcastle Way a 25 mile walking route through much of the Borough of Newcastle under-Lyme linking the Staffordshire Way at Mow Cop in the north with the Shropshire Union Canal towpath at Market Drayton in the south.
Rowhurst Close Industrial Estate
Rowhurst Close Industrial Estate
Partridge Nest Farm No longer a working farm, there are still stables for a few horses.
Partridge Nest Farm
No longer a working farm, there are still stables for a few horses.
View from Wood Lane View south from Wood Lane towards Apedale, visible on the top of the hill.
View from Wood Lane
View south from Wood Lane towards Apedale, visible on the top of the hill.
New Woodhouse Farm
New Woodhouse Farm
Footpath at Wood Lane View from the footpath looking towards the houses at Wood Lane, just about visible through the trees.
Footpath at Wood Lane
View from the footpath looking towards the houses at Wood Lane, just about visible through the trees.
St John the Evangelist, Broad Meadow A rather small Catholic Church of unusual shape with, to the right, the much larger Parish Hall.
St John the Evangelist, Broad Meadow
A rather small Catholic Church of unusual shape with, to the right, the much larger Parish Hall.
Vodafone Building, Holditch
Vodafone Building, Holditch
Holditch Industrial Estate
Holditch Industrial Estate
Apedale Pit Wheel Pit head wheel and coal tub memorial to the miners of North Staffordshire. The Wedgwood monument can be just seen on the hill to the right <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SJ8251">SJ8251</a>.
Apedale Pit Wheel
Pit head wheel and coal tub memorial to the miners of North Staffordshire. The Wedgwood monument can be just seen on the hill to the right SJ8251.
Chesterton School From Apedale Country Park
Chesterton School From Apedale Country Park
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Crackley is located at Grid Ref: SJ8349 (Lat: 53.045177, Lng: -2.25429)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Newcastle-under-Lyme

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Birch House Road
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Oakwood Place
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Oakwood Place
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Rosevale Court
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Crackley
Place: hamlet
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Pharmacy
Well Pharmacy
Brand: Well Pharmacy
Brand Wikidata: Q7726524
Healthcare: pharmacy
Website: https://finder.well.co.uk/store/chesterton-21-23-london-road
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Place Of Worship
Salvation Army
Addr City: Newcastle under Lyme
Addr Postcode: ST5 7AS
Addr Street: Brick Kiln Lane
Addr Suburb: Chesterton
Denomination: salvation_army
Email: chesterton@salvationarmy.org.uk
Fhrs Id: 93970
Phone: 01782 564 529
Religion: christian
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Website: https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/chesterton
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Post Office
Chesterton Post Office
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2023-09-27
Ref Pol Id: 136150
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Social Facility
Newcastle (Staffs) Foodbank
Addr City: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Addr Housename: Unit 2 Brick Kiln Lane Parkhouse Industrial Estate West
Addr Postcode: ST5 7AS
Addr Street: Brick Kiln Lane
Email: info@newcastlestaffs.foodbank.org.uk
Network: Trussell Trust
Parliamentary Constituency: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Phone: 07519159061
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Post Box
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Waste Basket
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