Enville Common

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Enville Common

Enville windmill The tower mill on the edge of Enville Common built in 1800-1801 remained in use until 1870. The mill had four sails, boat cap and fantail. Little remains inside the shell except for sections of the turning ring for the boat cap. 

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Enville windmill Credit: John M

Enville Common is a picturesque woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Covering approximately 400 acres, it is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The common is situated within the Enville Estate, which has been owned by the same family for over 700 years.

The woodland itself is a mix of ancient oak and beech trees, creating a dense and lush canopy that provides a habitat for numerous species. Bluebells and wild garlic carpet the forest floor during the spring months, creating a stunning display of color and fragrance. Enville Common is also home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural wonders, Enville Common has a rich history. The area was once part of the Royal Forest of Kinver, and remnants of ancient boundaries and earthworks can still be seen today. The common has also played a role in local folklore, with tales of mythical creatures and hidden treasures adding to its mystique.

Enville Common is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails and bridlepaths. Visitors can explore the woodland on foot or horseback, taking in the serene surroundings and enjoying the tranquility of nature. The common is managed by the Enville Estate and is open to the public year-round, providing a wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty of Staffordshire's woodlands.

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Enville windmill The tower mill on the edge of Enville Common built in 1800-1801 remained in use until 1870. The mill had four sails, boat cap and fantail. Little remains inside the shell except for sections of the turning ring for the boat cap. 

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Enville windmill
The tower mill on the edge of Enville Common built in 1800-1801 remained in use until 1870. The mill had four sails, boat cap and fantail. Little remains inside the shell except for sections of the turning ring for the boat cap. See LinkExternal link
Enville windmill The tower mill on the edge of Enville Common built in 1800-1801 remained in use until 1870. The mill had four sails, boat cap and fantail. Little remains inside the shell except for sections of the turning ring for the boat cap. 

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Enville windmill
The tower mill on the edge of Enville Common built in 1800-1801 remained in use until 1870. The mill had four sails, boat cap and fantail. Little remains inside the shell except for sections of the turning ring for the boat cap. LinkExternal link
Enville Hall Grade II listed 16C&17C hall built by the Grey family, Earls of Stamford and Warrington. The extensive estate comprises 6500acres at Enville.
Enville Hall
Grade II listed 16C&17C hall built by the Grey family, Earls of Stamford and Warrington. The extensive estate comprises 6500acres at Enville.
View to Enville Church Quintessential English village church near to Enville Hall with sheep grazing the fields. The church is largely Norman built on to an earlier Saxon foundation. The tower dates from the mid 1870s and is  a late commission by George Gilbert Scott the renowned architect of churches, cathedrals and St Pancras Station.
View to Enville Church
Quintessential English village church near to Enville Hall with sheep grazing the fields. The church is largely Norman built on to an earlier Saxon foundation. The tower dates from the mid 1870s and is a late commission by George Gilbert Scott the renowned architect of churches, cathedrals and St Pancras Station.
Former Enville School School in the estate village erected by the Countess of Stamford and Warrington in the 1860s.
Former Enville School
School in the estate village erected by the Countess of Stamford and Warrington in the 1860s.
Mill farm Estate farm in Mill Lane.
Mill farm
Estate farm in Mill Lane.
Spittlebrook Mill Estate property on the Enville Estate.
Spittlebrook Mill
Estate property on the Enville Estate.
Gateway at Enville Hall The gate in the brick wall surrounding the hall leads into the landscaped gardens.
Gateway at Enville Hall
The gate in the brick wall surrounding the hall leads into the landscaped gardens.
Enville Cricket Club In the grounds of Enville Hall.
Enville Cricket Club
In the grounds of Enville Hall.
Scoreboard at Enville Cricket Club Built onto the wall surrounding Enville Hall.
Scoreboard at Enville Cricket Club
Built onto the wall surrounding Enville Hall.
Ha-ha at Enville Hall The Ha-ha or sunken wall feature separates the house and gardens from the grazing in the landscaped parkland.
Ha-ha at Enville Hall
The Ha-ha or sunken wall feature separates the house and gardens from the grazing in the landscaped parkland.
Main Entrance To Enville Hall.
Main Entrance To Enville Hall.
Gamekeepers Cottages. These Cottages are on the Enville Road, Compton Road crossroads. Just outside Kinver.
Gamekeepers Cottages.
These Cottages are on the Enville Road, Compton Road crossroads. Just outside Kinver.
A Track Into The Million.
A Track Into The Million.
Cottages On Junction Of Chester Road & Hoo Lane.
Cottages On Junction Of Chester Road & Hoo Lane.
Falcon Farm, Enville. Falcon Farm is part of the Enville Estate.
Falcon Farm, Enville.
Falcon Farm is part of the Enville Estate.
Public bridleway through Million Wood, near Enville The public bridleway which runs through the heart of this large wood, is the only route which the public can use. There are no other public rights of way, nor is it access land. Forestry operations are undertaken in the wood, so it is probably safest to stick to the correct route!
Public bridleway through Million Wood, near Enville
The public bridleway which runs through the heart of this large wood, is the only route which the public can use. There are no other public rights of way, nor is it access land. Forestry operations are undertaken in the wood, so it is probably safest to stick to the correct route!
Million Wood near Enville A typical scene in the wood, taken from the public bridleway. Although there appears to be a path here, there is no public right of way other than on the bridleway. The trees here are mainly pine. In April 2011, another part of the wood suffered a bad fire, which took some days to extinguish.
Million Wood near Enville
A typical scene in the wood, taken from the public bridleway. Although there appears to be a path here, there is no public right of way other than on the bridleway. The trees here are mainly pine. In April 2011, another part of the wood suffered a bad fire, which took some days to extinguish.
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Enville Common is located at Grid Ref: SO8386 (Lat: 52.475995, Lng: -2.2449873)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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