Brocton Coppice

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Brocton Coppice

The path towards Beggar's Hill Credit: Anthony Parkes

Brocton Coppice is a picturesque woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 400 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The coppice is situated near the village of Brocton, just south of Cannock Chase, which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The woodland is predominantly composed of oak and birch trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, birds, and various species of insects. The rich vegetation provides an ideal habitat for these creatures, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Brocton Coppice offers a range of activities for visitors. There are well-maintained walking trails throughout the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths provide stunning views of the surrounding landscape and are suitable for all levels of fitness.

In addition to walking, the woodland is also a popular destination for birdwatching and photography. The tranquil atmosphere and abundance of wildlife make it an ideal spot for capturing the beauty of nature on camera.

The woodland is easily accessible, with ample parking available for visitors. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the coppice, providing opportunities for relaxation and enjoying a packed lunch amidst the natural surroundings.

Overall, Brocton Coppice is a treasure trove of natural beauty, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in the great outdoors. Whether it's a leisurely walk, birdwatching, or simply taking in the serene atmosphere, this woodland is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts in Staffordshire.

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Brocton Coppice Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.775569/-2.0240313 or Grid Reference SJ9819. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The path towards Beggar's Hill

Anthony Parkes

Sabrina Way Long Distance Route Post Marker

This 203 mile route is primarily designed and intended for horses and horseback riders and links bridleways between the Pennines and the Cotswolds and The Ridgeway. It runs north / south between Hartington in the Derbyshire Peak District and Great Barrington. It passes from Derbyshire where it leaves the Pennine Bridleway (and bridleway networks that run north to Cumbria) through Staffordshire heading south through Weston Park and the Wyre Forest in Worcestershire to enter Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Oxfordshire.

Anthony Parkes

Track at the foot of Haywood Warren

This track runs from the Sherbrook Valley ford eastwards to Beggar's Hill and Seven Springs; it's a popular walking and running route, and is also used by many of the cyclists on the Chase.

Richard Law

'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

'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

'Walk straight on up the hill'

Bridleway on the boundary of a pine plantation. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Bridleway on northern boundary of a pine plantation

Looking west, towards the valley of Sher Brook.

Christine Johnstone

'At the top of the hill you pass a white trig. point'

199 metres above sea level. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Bracken and heather, above Sher Brook valley

Looking northwest from the trig point.

Christine Johnstone

'Take the path opposite ... through the young pine plantation'

The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Sher Brook, looking downstream [locally north]

The brook is a civil parish boundary here, between Brocton and Rugeley.

Christine Johnstone

'Cross the footbridge over Sher Brook'

A parish boundary on Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

'Ascend the hill following ... the Staffordshire Way'

The western side of Sherbrook valley, Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.

Christine Johnstone

Staffordshire Way, Cannock Chase

Descending Sherbrook Banks.

Christine Johnstone

Groot Tree, Brockton Coppice, Cannock Chase

Old Oak Tree, maybe 500+ years old.

Brian Deegan

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