Middle Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Middle Wood

Disused Buildings, near Cranmoor Lodge Farm, Perton The Staffordshire Way passes these military style buildings, all disused but with roofs intact, in the corner of a large grass covered field. Apparently they are the remains of 2nd World War RAF Perton accommodation, later used to house Dutch Army barracks.

There are threats to close the footpath to enable development. The exact original use of all the buildings here can be dug out from these planning applications: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/pdf/Regulatory%20Committee%2022nd%20May%202007.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/pdf/Regulatory%20Committee%2022nd%20May%202007.pdf">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>

There is fascinating detail on this Dutch website (make sure you get the translated page) <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://translate.google.co.uk/translate?hl=en&amp;sl=nl&amp;u=http://www.prinsesirenebrigade.nl/wrottesleypark_nabij_wolverhampt.htm&amp;ei=rQ-5SdSoHqKHjAfAmOCwCA&amp;sa=X&amp;oi=translate&amp;resnum=1&amp;ct=result&amp;prev=/search%3Fq%3DCranmore%2BLodge%2Bfarm%2Bperton%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-GB:official%26hs%3DI25%26sa%3DN%26start%3D10" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://translate.google.co.uk/translate?hl=en&amp;sl=nl&amp;u=http://www.prinsesirenebrigade.nl/wrottesleypark_nabij_wolverhampt.htm&amp;ei=rQ-5SdSoHqKHjAfAmOCwCA&amp;sa=X&amp;oi=translate&amp;resnum=1&amp;ct=result&amp;prev=/search%3Fq%3DCranmore%2BLodge%2Bfarm%2Bperton%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-GB:official%26hs%3DI25%26sa%3DN%26start%3D10">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> — Disused Buildings, near Cranmoor Lodge Farm, Perton Credit: Roger D Kidd

Middle Wood is a picturesque forest located in Staffordshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 200 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the county and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is predominantly composed of mixed deciduous trees, including oak, ash, beech, and birch, which create a diverse and enchanting landscape. The forest floor is covered with a carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring months, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Middle Wood is home to a wide variety of wildlife species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. It provides a rich habitat for these animals, offering ample food and shelter.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it a perfect location for walking, hiking, and cycling. These paths offer visitors the opportunity to explore the forest and take in its scenic views, including a tranquil pond and a small stream that meanders through the woodland.

For those who enjoy camping and outdoor activities, Middle Wood offers designated camping areas equipped with basic facilities. This makes it a great place for families and groups to spend a night under the stars and experience the serenity of nature.

Middle Wood is easily accessible, located just a short drive from nearby villages and towns. Its idyllic setting and abundance of natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking tranquility and a connection with the great outdoors in Staffordshire.

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Disused Buildings, near Cranmoor Lodge Farm, Perton

The Staffordshire Way passes these military style buildings, all disused but with roofs intact, in the corner of a large grass covered field. Apparently they are the remains of 2nd World War RAF Perton accommodation, later used to house Dutch Army barracks. There are threats to close the footpath to enable development. The exact original use of all the buildings here can be dug out from these planning applications: Link

There is fascinating detail on this Dutch website (make sure you get the translated page) Link

Roger D Kidd

Disused Buildings near Cranmoor Lodge Farm, Perton

The Staffordshire Way passes these military style buildings, all disused but with roofs intact, in the corner of a large grass covered field. Apparently they are the remains of 2nd World War RAF Perton accommodation, later used as a Dutch Army barracks. There are threats to close the footpath to enable development. The exact original use of all the buildings here can be dug out from these planning applications: Link

There is fascinating detail on this Dutch website (make sure you get the translated page) Link

Roger D Kidd

Cranmoor Lodge Farm

The Staffordshire and Monarch's Ways pass by the Farm.

Gordon Griffiths

Prefabricated barn on Cranmoor Lodge Farm road

The barn is a survivor from the days of RAF Perton, a WWII airbase and relief landing ground. It was used to train navigators and bomb-aimers, who would be suspended in a cradle from the roof beams, and expected to familiarise themselves with a scrolling map of the part of Germany that their next mission would be taking them to. It stands by the side of a track between the former airfield (now entirely obliterated by Perton housing estate) and the various dispersal sites, quarters, training areas etc around the lands of Cranmoor Lodge Farm.

Richard Law

Farm road across Cranmoor (1)

Cranmoor = Crane Moor = a place where common cranes used to live. They're no longer common, in fact they're as good as extinct in the UK, although the RSPB is beginning a project to reintroduce them in a select few locations. I rather suspect the outskirts of Wolverhampton will not be one of those locations, especially as the land is now given over to wheat and potato fields.

Richard Law

Farm road across Cranmoor (2)

Another view along the farm track across the 'crane moor', with a new plantation of spruce on the right.

Richard Law

Building works at Cranmoor Lodge Farm

New buildings and conversion work are going on at the farm. Whilst that happens, the footpath through the farmyard has been formally closed, so it's hard to get a real idea of just what's going on.

Richard Law

Field Path

The Staffordshire Way and the Monarch's Way from the Pattingham Road crosses a field near Perton.

Gordon Griffiths

Ways Path

The Staffordshire Way and the Monarch's Way pass near Cranmoor Lodge.

Gordon Griffiths

Cranmoor lodge

The view from the Staffordshire Way and the Monarch's Way pass near Cranmoor Lodge. The old RAF buildings are being converted to housing.SJ8500 : Disused Buildings near Cranmoor Lodge Farm, Perton

Gordon Griffiths