Ashes Covert

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Ashes Covert

Wind turbines near Doxey, Staffordshire
Wind turbines near Doxey, Staffordshire Credit: Roy Hughes

Ashes Covert is a picturesque woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled within the heart of the county and offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. The woodland is part of the larger Cannock Chase Forest, known for its rich biodiversity and natural beauty.

Ashes Covert is characterized by a dense canopy of broadleaf trees, primarily consisting of oak, birch, and beech. The forest floor is covered with a carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere. The diverse ecosystem supports a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species.

Visitors to Ashes Covert can enjoy a range of activities. The forest is crisscrossed by well-maintained trails, perfect for hiking and cycling. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, with glimpses of rolling hills and meandering streams. Additionally, there are designated picnic areas where visitors can relax and immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings.

Ashes Covert is also a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Its natural beauty provides ample opportunities for capturing stunning landscapes and close-ups of flora and fauna. The forest is especially captivating during the autumn months when the trees transform into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors.

Maintained by the Forestry Commission, Ashes Covert offers a balance between conservation and recreation. It serves as a valuable habitat for wildlife while providing a delightful escape for visitors seeking solace in nature.

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Ashes Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.82012/-2.1621311 or Grid Reference SJ8924. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wind turbines near Doxey, Staffordshire
Wind turbines near Doxey, Staffordshire
A wind turbine near Doxey, Staffordshire
A wind turbine near Doxey, Staffordshire
Railway passing underneath the M6 Motorway south of Junction 14
Railway passing underneath the M6 Motorway south of Junction 14
Localised flooding by River Sow
Localised flooding by River Sow
Creswell Grove heading for Stafford
Creswell Grove heading for Stafford
Cooper Perry Primary School, Seighford near Stafford Cooper Perry Primary School, Seighford near Stafford is named after Sir Edwin Cooper Perry, GCVO (1856-1938) who was a physician and became Vice-Chancellor of the University of London. His father was the vicar of St Chad's Church, Seighford.
Cooper Perry Primary School, Seighford near Stafford
Cooper Perry Primary School, Seighford near Stafford is named after Sir Edwin Cooper Perry, GCVO (1856-1938) who was a physician and became Vice-Chancellor of the University of London. His father was the vicar of St Chad's Church, Seighford.
The Green, Seighford, near Stafford A view across The Green, Seighford, towards a barn conversion in the centre-left. Cooper Perry Junior School is behind the photographer. St Chad's church is off-picture to the right. The Green has a number of parking places in its centre. Clearly it's not seen grass for some time.
The Green, Seighford, near Stafford
A view across The Green, Seighford, towards a barn conversion in the centre-left. Cooper Perry Junior School is behind the photographer. St Chad's church is off-picture to the right. The Green has a number of parking places in its centre. Clearly it's not seen grass for some time.
View over Seighford near Stafford A view of Seighford taken from Oldford Lane looking north, showing the red-brick tower of St Chad's on the right
View over Seighford near Stafford
A view of Seighford taken from Oldford Lane looking north, showing the red-brick tower of St Chad's on the right
Road crossing end of Seighford Airfield disused runway Clanford Lane near Seighford crossing the south-west end of the former RAF Airfield runway. Tarmac covers the original concrete slabs of the runway and their outline can be seen in the tarmac. On the left, hidden from view by an earth bank, is the main part of the runway, which is used for driving experiences in top-of-the-range cars.
Road crossing end of Seighford Airfield disused runway
Clanford Lane near Seighford crossing the south-west end of the former RAF Airfield runway. Tarmac covers the original concrete slabs of the runway and their outline can be seen in the tarmac. On the left, hidden from view by an earth bank, is the main part of the runway, which is used for driving experiences in top-of-the-range cars.
Disused runway of Seighford airfield, Staffordshire Looking south-west to the end of the runway. The outline of the original concrete slabs making up the runway can be seen in the pattern of weeds and raised parts of the surface (or by looking on Google Earth). This part was used for HGV (trucks) and PSV (buses and coaches) training. There were portable offices on-site. All that remains are some abandoned traffic cones
Disused runway of Seighford airfield, Staffordshire
Looking south-west to the end of the runway. The outline of the original concrete slabs making up the runway can be seen in the pattern of weeds and raised parts of the surface (or by looking on Google Earth). This part was used for HGV (trucks) and PSV (buses and coaches) training. There were portable offices on-site. All that remains are some abandoned traffic cones
Buffalo in field off the Combers, Seighford, Stafford An unusual feature of the British countryside. The buffalo are raised by Beeches Farm, Seighford. The milk, along with buffalo steak, is sold locally.
Buffalo in field off the Combers, Seighford, Stafford
An unusual feature of the British countryside. The buffalo are raised by Beeches Farm, Seighford. The milk, along with buffalo steak, is sold locally.
Buffalo close up One young buffalo comes forward to investigate the photographer. An unusual feature of the British countryside. The buffalo are raised by Beeches Farm, Seighford. The milk, along with buffalo steak, is sold locally.
Buffalo close up
One young buffalo comes forward to investigate the photographer. An unusual feature of the British countryside. The buffalo are raised by Beeches Farm, Seighford. The milk, along with buffalo steak, is sold locally.
The Holly Bush, Seighford, near Stafford The Holly Bush PH is a grade II listed building situated on The Cumbers, Seighford. The building dates back to the 17th Century with later changes and additions. It has been an inn since that time.
The Holly Bush, Seighford, near Stafford
The Holly Bush PH is a grade II listed building situated on The Cumbers, Seighford. The building dates back to the 17th Century with later changes and additions. It has been an inn since that time.
Wildfowl and localised flooding
Wildfowl and localised flooding
Localised flooding
Localised flooding
M6 looking north to J14 from Aston Bank bridge The M6 between junctions 13 and 15 was converted to a managed motorway which was opened in August 2022
M6 looking north to J14 from Aston Bank bridge
The M6 between junctions 13 and 15 was converted to a managed motorway which was opened in August 2022
Victorian wall-mounted postbox, Seighford near Stafford A Victorian wall-mounted postbox on Clanford Road, Seighford near Stafford.
Victorian wall-mounted postbox, Seighford near Stafford
A Victorian wall-mounted postbox on Clanford Road, Seighford near Stafford.
Gantry, M6 The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow.

The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.
Gantry, M6
The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.
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Ashes Covert is located at Grid Ref: SJ8924 (Lat: 52.82012, Lng: -2.1621311)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.82012,-2.1621311
Generator Method: wind_turbine
Generator Source: wind
Power: generator
Start Date: 2015-10
Lat/Long: 52.8207907/-2.1550487
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