Salt Heath

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Salt Heath

Marl Hole Kents Barn Farm, Nr. Stafford — Marl Hole Credit: John Nickolls

Salt Heath is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated within the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands, it is surrounded by lush woodlands and serene forest areas. The village gets its name from the nearby salt marshes, which were historically used for salt extraction.

Salt Heath is renowned for its picturesque scenery and tranquil atmosphere. The woodlands and forests that surround the village offer a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including oak, birch, and beech trees, and numerous species of birds and animals.

The village itself is small and charming, with a tight-knit community. It has a few amenities, including a local pub and a small convenience store, catering to the needs of its residents and visitors. The village also boasts a primary school, providing education for the local children.

Salt Heath is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transport links. The nearby town of Stafford is approximately 7 miles away, offering a wider range of amenities and services. The village is also within easy reach of the beautiful Peak District National Park, providing opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the great outdoors.

Overall, Salt Heath, Staffordshire, is a peaceful and idyllic village, offering a rural escape amidst stunning woodlands and forests. It is a perfect destination for those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature.

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Salt Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.841847/-2.0723926 or Grid Reference SJ9527. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Marl Hole

Kents Barn Farm, Nr. Stafford

John Nickolls

St. James the Great, Salt

Geoff Pick

Pitt's Column

Abandoned and hidden in the trees, this is a memorial column to William Pitt the Younger. Erected in the year of his death (1806).

Andy Stephenson

Pitt's Column

More general view of the memorial.

Andy Stephenson

County Showground

Taken during the Staffordshire Show

Geoff Pick

Wilmorehill Lane, Hopton

Geoff Pick

Hopton Church

Dedicated to St. Peter

Geoff Pick

Disappearing railway

The railway line from Stafford to Uttoxeter used to cross this field on an embankment and then bridge the road the photographer is standing on. Now all that remains is the grassy mound in the background.

Andrew Spenceley

The Casey, Salt

Looking North towards the Trent and Mersey Canal and the A51 from the River Trent Bridge at Salt.

Stephen Pearce

The river Trent, Salt

This is the River Trent taken from the Bridge facing East, in the background are trees on the Sandon Estate, a railway line can just be seen but hidden from view is the Trent and Mersey canal and the A51.

Stephen Pearce

Road to Salt

Looking along the lane leading from the B5066 to Salt village.

Stephen McKay

Salt

At this point the road from Weston to Salt doglegs across a bridge over an overgrown cutting that was once the Great Northern Railway's Uttoxeter - Stafford branch line, abandoned in 1951.

Stephen McKay

Trent & Mersey Canal, Salt

At this point the canal is sandwiched between the River Trent (just visible beyond the field), the Colwich - Stone railway and the A51 (out of shot to the right).

Stephen McKay

Bridleway at Enson

This bridleway leads across Pea Hill to Sandon Bank

Stephen Pearce

Pea Hill

This is Pea Hill from the cross roads on Sandon Bank to Salt and to Enson, Enson Lane is in the foreground.

Stephen Pearce

Enson Lane, Enson

This view shows Enson Farm on the left with some old cottages on the right. In the shadows on the right is what looks like a tiny (disused) chapel. Enson Lane turns to the left but straight ahead is a Bridleway (the Oak tree marks its position). Other photos I have submitted show other views of this area.

Stephen Pearce

Battle Field, Stafford

Here is a view of the site of the Battle of Hopton Heath on 19th March 1643 during the English Civil War. The Royalists for King Charles I were led by Spencer Compton, Earl of Northampton, killed in action during the battle. The Parliamentarians were led by Sir John Gel. The battle started at 3p.m. and lasted until dark. The outcome of this battle was indecisive. The buildings in the background are storage units for the RAF.

Stephen Pearce