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Brough's Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Brough's Wood

Large Pond at Consall Woods Nature Reserve Consall Woods is an RSPB Nature Reserve in Staffordshire. 194ha in area, the site was formally an industrial valley, now occupied by mixed woodland and various water features. Link to RSPB website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/consall-woods/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/consall-woods/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Large Pond at Consall Woods Nature Reserve Credit: Philip Cornwall

Brough's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this enchanting forest is a true haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Situated in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside, Brough's Wood offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The rich biodiversity within Brough's Wood provides a habitat for a variety of flora and fauna, making it an ideal spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The paths lead through dense thickets, across babbling brooks, and past open glades, providing a scenic and ever-changing landscape.

Brough's Wood is also home to an abundance of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide range of bird species. Nature lovers can often spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds while walking through the wood.

The wood is open to the public year-round, and visitors are encouraged to respect and preserve its natural beauty. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a picnic with family and friends, or a peaceful retreat into nature, Brough's Wood offers a tranquil and rejuvenating experience for all who venture within its boundaries.

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Large Pond at Consall Woods Nature Reserve Consall Woods is an RSPB Nature Reserve in Staffordshire. 194ha in area, the site was formally an industrial valley, now occupied by mixed woodland and various water features. Link to RSPB website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/consall-woods/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/consall-woods/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Large Pond at Consall Woods Nature Reserve
Consall Woods is an RSPB Nature Reserve in Staffordshire. 194ha in area, the site was formally an industrial valley, now occupied by mixed woodland and various water features. Link to RSPB website: LinkExternal link
Consall Woods Consall Woods is an RSPB Nature Reserve in Staffordshire. 194ha in area, the site was formally an industrial valley, now occupied by mixed woodland and various water features. Link to RSPB website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/consall-woods/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/consall-woods/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Consall Woods
Consall Woods is an RSPB Nature Reserve in Staffordshire. 194ha in area, the site was formally an industrial valley, now occupied by mixed woodland and various water features. Link to RSPB website: LinkExternal link
Far Kingsley Banks Heavy bracken on slope leading up to footpath at Far Kingsley Banks
Far Kingsley Banks
Heavy bracken on slope leading up to footpath at Far Kingsley Banks
Consall Hall Consall Hall was first built in 1810 (as “New Hall”) by an industrialist but has been substantially modified throughout since, including since 1958 when the site was inherited by the previous owner, William Podmore OBE, who spent the next 50 years creating the gardens with lakes, follies and summer houses.
Consall Hall
Consall Hall was first built in 1810 (as “New Hall”) by an industrialist but has been substantially modified throughout since, including since 1958 when the site was inherited by the previous owner, William Podmore OBE, who spent the next 50 years creating the gardens with lakes, follies and summer houses.
View down one of the lakes at Consall Hall Taken from the steps out of the garden area down to the lake.
View down one of the lakes at Consall Hall
Taken from the steps out of the garden area down to the lake.
Consall Hall View of the rear of the Hall.
Consall Hall
View of the rear of the Hall.
Consall Hall General view of the Hall from the grounds.
Consall Hall
General view of the Hall from the grounds.
Full Moon Seat Consall Hall grounds is full of structures like this.
Full Moon Seat
Consall Hall grounds is full of structures like this.
Summer House at Consall Hall Octagonal seating area.
Summer House at Consall Hall
Octagonal seating area.
Small seating area The seat has a panoramic view over the estate.
Small seating area
The seat has a panoramic view over the estate.
View of one of the lakes from a sitting area Panoramic view of one of the lakes.
View of one of the lakes from a sitting area
Panoramic view of one of the lakes.
The Hall and the lake Panoramic view of the Hall at the top of this lake.
The Hall and the lake
Panoramic view of the Hall at the top of this lake.
View of the lake from the garden outside Consall Hall This is the upper section of the garden near the Hall.
View of the lake from the garden outside Consall Hall
This is the upper section of the garden near the Hall.
View from inside the octagonal Summer house Looking along an avenue of trees.
View from inside the octagonal Summer house
Looking along an avenue of trees.
The Tawney at Consall Hall This area has since been developed into a Hotel. The oner when this image was taken used to lie in bed inside this building and look out over the grounds.
The Tawney at Consall Hall
This area has since been developed into a Hotel. The oner when this image was taken used to lie in bed inside this building and look out over the grounds.
Distant view of one of the follies at Consall The owner bought many buildings from various places and had them re-erected on the estate.
Distant view of one of the follies at Consall
The owner bought many buildings from various places and had them re-erected on the estate.
One of the lakes at Consall Hall There are six lakes in the grounds.
One of the lakes at Consall Hall
There are six lakes in the grounds.
Across the lake to the Viewing tower On one of the high points of the estate is a viewing tower.
Across the lake to the Viewing tower
On one of the high points of the estate is a viewing tower.
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Brough's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9846 (Lat: 53.020026, Lng: -2.018608)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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