Dark Slade Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Dark Slade Wood

'Graves Distancing' German Gravestones, at the German Military Cemetery, Cannock Chase, Cannock.
&#039;Graves distancing&#039; refers to the space between the gravestones and the rows.
While the gravestones themselves are of the same size, they are not all level.
The area of the rows of gravestones are on a slope, which lead down to a path. — 'Graves Distancing' Credit: D M Wilmot

Dark Slade Wood is a picturesque forest located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is admired for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The wood is situated in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and quaint villages, offering visitors a serene and tranquil environment.

The forest is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead. This provides a cool and shady atmosphere, perfect for leisurely walks and picnics on warm summer days. In the autumn, the wood transforms into a vibrant display of colors as the leaves turn golden, red, and orange, creating a breathtaking sight.

Dark Slade Wood is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a wide variety of fauna. Visitors may catch glimpses of deer, foxes, badgers, and a diverse range of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. The forest also boasts several natural ponds, attracting amphibians and insects, adding to the ecological diversity of the area.

The wood is crisscrossed by well-maintained footpaths and trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its hidden treasures. Whether it be a leisurely stroll or a more adventurous hike, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Additionally, the forest is equipped with picnic areas and benches, allowing visitors to relax and soak in the natural beauty.

Dark Slade Wood is a truly enchanting destination, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its serene atmosphere, breathtaking scenery, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit location for nature lovers and those seeking a rejuvenating experience in Staffordshire.

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Dark Slade Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.743771/-2.0340271 or Grid Reference SJ9716. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

'Graves Distancing'

German Gravestones, at the German Military Cemetery, Cannock Chase, Cannock. 'Graves distancing' refers to the space between the gravestones and the rows. While the gravestones themselves are of the same size, they are not all level. The area of the rows of gravestones are on a slope, which lead down to a path.

D M Wilmot

'Turn right along the track'

The Heart of England Way at Brocton Field, Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Flowering heather, Cannock Chase

The heathland west of Sher Brook.

Christine Johnstone

'You reach a fingerpost at the bottom of the slope'

Bridleway descending east towards Sher Brook. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Sher Brook, at the stepping stones

Looking upstream [locally south].

Christine Johnstone

'Take the stepping stones over Sher Brook'

Hardly necessary when the water level is this low. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

'The left-hand path around the edge of the pine plantation'

On the east bank of Sher Brook. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Glacial Boulder and Trigpoint, Cannock Chase

Set upon a pedestal of Triassic pebbles, the boulder is of Granite which is out of place here on the Moorlands of South Staffordshire, there being no granite outcrops anywhere in the Midlands. The boulder has been matched however, to the intrusive rock outcrop at Cniffel in Dumfries & Galloway, which is over 170 miles (280km) away from the Chase in the Southern Uplands of Scotland. This granite 'erratic' is marked on the OS map as the "Glacial Boulder", which gives some idea how it got here. The boulder was ripped from its parent mountain sometime during the last Ice-Age, and was transported by glacial action to its present location, the journey perhaps taking ten-thousand years during which the edges of the rock were worn down, giving its present rounded appearance.

Brian Deegan

Timber stacks

The results of recent tree cutting.

Ian Calderwood

Peace stone

This stone, inscribed "INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF PEACE 1986", sits on the edge of an area called "The Peace Vista", between the Commonwealth and German war cemeteries.

Ian Calderwood

Bremen Stone

The Bremen Stone commemorates the planting of 25 oak trees at the German war cemetery in 1987.

Ian Calderwood

Cannock Chase - Military Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - Commonwealth War Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase -War Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - War Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - German Military Cemetery

Bilingual stone at the entrance to the German Cemetery which is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. There are ca 5,000 Austrian and German graves. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - German War Cemetery

The graves of 4 Zeppelin crews shot down in WW1 lie near the cemetery entrance. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - German War Cemetery

Bilingual stone in the German Cemetery which is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. There are ca 5,000 Austrian and German graves from WW1 and WW2. Link

Colin Smith

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Dark Slade Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9716 (Lat: 52.743771, Lng: -2.0340271)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire