Clearage Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Clearage Wood

Footpath heading to Moss Manor Moss Manor is the farm located in the centre of the picture. The footpath is barely visible.
Footpath heading to Moss Manor Credit: Philip Cornwall

Clearage Wood is a charming woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Stretching over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life. The wood is situated in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering streams.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which provide a rich habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with a diverse range of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, especially during the spring season, creating a vibrant and colorful environment.

Clearage Wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the woodland, leading to hidden clearings, tranquil ponds, and panoramic viewpoints. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the presence of numerous avian species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and various songbirds.

The wood is also home to a variety of woodland animals, such as squirrels, rabbits, and deer. Nature lovers may spot these creatures as they roam freely through the trees. The peaceful and serene atmosphere of Clearage Wood makes it an ideal location for picnics, photography, and nature study.

Overall, Clearage Wood in Staffordshire offers a tranquil and enchanting experience for those seeking a connection with nature. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit destination for individuals of all ages.

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Clearage Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.167558/-2.05912 or Grid Reference SJ9663. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath heading to Moss Manor Moss Manor is the farm located in the centre of the picture. The footpath is barely visible.
Footpath heading to Moss Manor
Moss Manor is the farm located in the centre of the picture. The footpath is barely visible.
Gate on Dane Valley Way Taken during the COVID pandemic, the path in this area is seriously overgrown. Staffordshire Council, please note.
Gate on Dane Valley Way
Taken during the COVID pandemic, the path in this area is seriously overgrown. Staffordshire Council, please note.
The Ship Inn, Wincle
The Ship Inn, Wincle
The River Dane in winter
The River Dane in winter
Derelict farm buildings By the Gritstone Trail.
Derelict farm buildings
By the Gritstone Trail.
River Dane Upstream from Barleigh Ford Bridge.
River Dane
Upstream from Barleigh Ford Bridge.
Row of trees marking field edge
Row of trees marking field edge
Farm buildings in disrepair
Farm buildings in disrepair
Signs of spring
Signs of spring
Boundary Stone (BS) Heaton / Leekfirth The wall runs past on the Leekfirth side of the BS.  Not sure when the Boundary stone's were placed but The wall was probably from the "Leek Inclosure act 1805"


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Boundary Stone (BS) Heaton / Leekfirth
The wall runs past on the Leekfirth side of the BS. Not sure when the Boundary stone's were placed but The wall was probably from the "Leek Inclosure act 1805" LinkExternal link
Gunn Woods Some strange and gnarly Trees
Gunn Woods
Some strange and gnarly Trees
Cliff Hollins farm. Walking up to Gun.
Cliff Hollins farm.
Walking up to Gun.
Rough Pastureland alongside the path to Gun. Lovely walk up to Gun.
Rough Pastureland alongside the path to Gun.
Lovely walk up to Gun.
Disused farm This picture was taken looking south from the Gritstone Trail at SJ948647. These disused farm buildings at SJ948647 appear to be labelled as Dumkins on the OS map.
Disused farm
This picture was taken looking south from the Gritstone Trail at SJ948647. These disused farm buildings at SJ948647 appear to be labelled as Dumkins on the OS map.
Gritstone Trail This picture was taken from SJ9485464610 looking north along the Gritstone Trail.
Gritstone Trail
This picture was taken from SJ9485464610 looking north along the Gritstone Trail.
River Dane This picture taken from the bridge where the Gritstone Trail crosses the river Dane at sj9436163682 is looking east, upstream.
River Dane
This picture taken from the bridge where the Gritstone Trail crosses the river Dane at sj9436163682 is looking east, upstream.
Conduit This photo taken from SJ9455963634 looks west. On the right can be seen the footpath, which at this point is both the Dane Valley Way and the Gritstone Trail and under the swathe of green running through the middle of the picture there is a shallow canal labelled as CONDUIT on the OS map.
Conduit
This photo taken from SJ9455963634 looks west. On the right can be seen the footpath, which at this point is both the Dane Valley Way and the Gritstone Trail and under the swathe of green running through the middle of the picture there is a shallow canal labelled as CONDUIT on the OS map.
Weir on River Dane The River Dane here forms the border between Cheshire and Staffordshire, flowing in a valley traversed by the Dane Valley Way. This weir is 120m upstream from the footbridge (photographer location) near Gig Hall.  Peaceful enough most of the time, but when there has been heavy rain on the Pennines - and despite weirs like this - Northwich (32 km downstream as the crow flies) can still get flooded.
Weir on River Dane
The River Dane here forms the border between Cheshire and Staffordshire, flowing in a valley traversed by the Dane Valley Way. This weir is 120m upstream from the footbridge (photographer location) near Gig Hall. Peaceful enough most of the time, but when there has been heavy rain on the Pennines - and despite weirs like this - Northwich (32 km downstream as the crow flies) can still get flooded.
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Clearage Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9663 (Lat: 53.167558, Lng: -2.05912)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 53.167558,-2.05912
Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Source: survey;gps
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.1704563/-2.0647926
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