Birch Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire

England

Birch Wood

Old Milepost Uttoxeter Road Cast iron post by the A5007 (was A50), in parish of STOKE ON TRENT (STOKE ON TRENT District), West of Longton town centre, King Street, in tarmac in front of brick wall, on Southwest side of road. Cobridge iron casting, erected by the Newcastle to Blythe Marsh turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
: NEWCASTLE / 5 / MILES // UTTOXETER / 13 / MILES 

Maker:- : S.N. Cobridge :

Milestone Society National ID: ST_NCUT05
Old Milepost Uttoxeter Road Credit: Ivan Clare

Birch Wood is a picturesque forest located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The wood is named after the abundance of birch trees that dominate its landscape, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.

The forest is characterized by its diverse flora and fauna, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore and observe the natural beauty of the area. The tall, slender trunks of the birch trees provide a striking contrast against the lush green undergrowth, creating a visually pleasing sight. The wood is also home to a variety of other tree species such as oak, beech, and pine, adding to its biodiversity.

Visitors to Birch Wood can enjoy a range of activities including walking, hiking, and birdwatching. There are numerous well-maintained trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its hidden gems. The forest is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a multitude of bird species, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Birch Wood is also known for its historical significance. The wood has been used for centuries as a source of timber and fuel, and remnants of old charcoal pits can still be found scattered throughout the area. These historical remnants add a layer of intrigue and cultural heritage to the wood, making it a fascinating destination for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Birch Wood in Staffordshire is a captivating destination that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature, explore its diverse ecosystem, and experience the rich history of the area.

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Birch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.990277/-2.1089158 or Grid Reference SJ9243. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milepost Uttoxeter Road Cast iron post by the A5007 (was A50), in parish of STOKE ON TRENT (STOKE ON TRENT District), West of Longton town centre, King Street, in tarmac in front of brick wall, on Southwest side of road. Cobridge iron casting, erected by the Newcastle to Blythe Marsh turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
: NEWCASTLE / 5 / MILES // UTTOXETER / 13 / MILES 

Maker:- : S.N. Cobridge :

Milestone Society National ID: ST_NCUT05
Old Milepost Uttoxeter Road
Cast iron post by the A5007 (was A50), in parish of STOKE ON TRENT (STOKE ON TRENT District), West of Longton town centre, King Street, in tarmac in front of brick wall, on Southwest side of road. Cobridge iron casting, erected by the Newcastle to Blythe Marsh turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : NEWCASTLE / 5 / MILES // UTTOXETER / 13 / MILES Maker:- : S.N. Cobridge : Milestone Society National ID: ST_NCUT05
Park Hall, Pine Forest
Park Hall, Pine Forest
Gladstone pottery museum from the car park A total of seven kilns (or more accurately, their outer shells or 'hovels') remain on this site, five of them at the Gladstone site and two at the adjacent Roslyn works. Five are seen in this view.
Gladstone pottery museum from the car park
A total of seven kilns (or more accurately, their outer shells or 'hovels') remain on this site, five of them at the Gladstone site and two at the adjacent Roslyn works. Five are seen in this view.
Outdoor table tennis table An unusual location for such a facility, in a corner of the car park of the Gladstone pottery museum.
Outdoor table tennis table
An unusual location for such a facility, in a corner of the car park of the Gladstone pottery museum.
Telephone pole, Chadwick Street An industrial relic, saved by virtue of being within the curtilage of the grade II* listed pottery works.
Telephone pole, Chadwick Street
An industrial relic, saved by virtue of being within the curtilage of the grade II* listed pottery works.
Two former potteries on Uttoxeter Road Nearest the camera was the Roslyn Works, and beyond that the Gladstone Pottery (now a museum). They are jointly listed grade II* (list entry 1195854).
Two former potteries on Uttoxeter Road
Nearest the camera was the Roslyn Works, and beyond that the Gladstone Pottery (now a museum). They are jointly listed grade II* (list entry 1195854).
Entrance to Roslyn Works Now the pedestrian entrance to the car park of the Gladstone Pottery Museum.
Entrance to Roslyn Works
Now the pedestrian entrance to the car park of the Gladstone Pottery Museum.
Former Roslyn Works, Longton The pottery was founded later than the adjacent Gladstone Pottery (now a museum) and its two remaining kilns date from c.1940. It forms part of the same grade II* listed site as the Gladstone works.
Former Roslyn Works, Longton
The pottery was founded later than the adjacent Gladstone Pottery (now a museum) and its two remaining kilns date from c.1940. It forms part of the same grade II* listed site as the Gladstone works.
Vacant shop unit on Uttoxeter Road This part of Longton is somewhat run-down. This former kitchen and bathroom showroom has shut.
Vacant shop unit on Uttoxeter Road
This part of Longton is somewhat run-down. This former kitchen and bathroom showroom has shut.
Taj Mughal Solicitors, Uttoxeter Road Specialist immigration lawyers occupying a building that probably formed part of one of the many potteries in the area, an industry that had almost completely vanished by 1980. It is not listed, and none of the old maps online name it.
Taj Mughal Solicitors, Uttoxeter Road
Specialist immigration lawyers occupying a building that probably formed part of one of the many potteries in the area, an industry that had almost completely vanished by 1980. It is not listed, and none of the old maps online name it.
Cycle parking for the Gladstone pottery museum I don't expect many cyclists come here, but it's good that the facility is provided.
Cycle parking for the Gladstone pottery museum
I don't expect many cyclists come here, but it's good that the facility is provided.
Earthenware insulators at the Gladstone pottery museum Another contributor agrees with my educated guess what these objects are <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3328344">SJ9143 : Electricity Pylon Insulators</a>.
Earthenware insulators at the Gladstone pottery museum
Another contributor agrees with my educated guess what these objects are SJ9143 : Electricity Pylon Insulators.
Time clock at the Gladstone pottery museum A common feature of old factories, this example was made by Gledhill of Huddersfield.
Time clock at the Gladstone pottery museum
A common feature of old factories, this example was made by Gledhill of Huddersfield.
Weighbridge at the Gladstone pottery museum Within the entrance tunnel is this weighbridge.
Weighbridge at the Gladstone pottery museum
Within the entrance tunnel is this weighbridge.
Main courtyard of the Gladstone pottery museum The various kilns and workshops are arranged around this central courtyard. The building in this photo is the north range of c.1860, including the 'tunnel' linking the courtyard to Uttoxeter Road.
Main courtyard of the Gladstone pottery museum
The various kilns and workshops are arranged around this central courtyard. The building in this photo is the north range of c.1860, including the 'tunnel' linking the courtyard to Uttoxeter Road.
Kiln at the Gladstone pottery museum One of five surviving 'bottle' kilns at the Gladstone works. The actual kiln is within the outer sheath or 'hovel' that aided updraught and protected workers from the weather.
Kiln at the Gladstone pottery museum
One of five surviving 'bottle' kilns at the Gladstone works. The actual kiln is within the outer sheath or 'hovel' that aided updraught and protected workers from the weather.
Another kiln at the Gladstone pottery museum One of five surviving 'bottle' kilns at the Gladstone works seen from the car park. There is a lightning conductor down this side of it, as any lightning strike on an unprotected brick structure like this would shatter the brickwork.
Another kiln at the Gladstone pottery museum
One of five surviving 'bottle' kilns at the Gladstone works seen from the car park. There is a lightning conductor down this side of it, as any lightning strike on an unprotected brick structure like this would shatter the brickwork.
Within a bottle kiln at the Gladstone pottery museum I'm not entirely sure which of the kilns this is, but they are all of similar construction: an outer sheath or 'hovel' protects the inner brick kiln, which is reinforced with iron hoops. An opening at the top of the roughly conical hovel allows the steam and smoke of the fire to escape (resulting in many pollution-related diseases and deaths in the local population).
Within a bottle kiln at the Gladstone pottery museum
I'm not entirely sure which of the kilns this is, but they are all of similar construction: an outer sheath or 'hovel' protects the inner brick kiln, which is reinforced with iron hoops. An opening at the top of the roughly conical hovel allows the steam and smoke of the fire to escape (resulting in many pollution-related diseases and deaths in the local population).
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Birch Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9243 (Lat: 52.990277, Lng: -2.1089158)

Unitary Authority: Stoke-on-Trent

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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