Hind's Clough Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Hind's Clough Wood

Middle Hulme Farm C17th farmhouse with later additions, which is listed grade II.
Middle Hulme Farm Credit: Eirian Evans

Hind's Clough Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Spanning over a vast area of approximately 200 acres, the wood is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. It lies near the town of Leek, nestled within the stunning Moorlands landscape.

The wood is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a vibrant and ever-changing canopy throughout the seasons. The dense forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the woodland setting. Additionally, the presence of numerous streams and a small waterfall adds to the tranquil ambiance of the area.

Hind's Clough Wood is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it serves as a habitat for various species of birds, insects, and small mammals. Birdwatchers can spot species such as woodpeckers, kingfishers, and owls, while nature lovers may chance upon deer and foxes during their explorations.

The wood offers an extensive network of footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for hikers, dog walkers, and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls or embark on more challenging routes, immersing themselves in the serenity of the surroundings. Several benches and picnic areas are scattered throughout the wood, providing opportunities for relaxation and enjoying a packed lunch amid nature.

Hind's Clough Wood is a true gem in the heart of Staffordshire, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Hind's Clough Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.125549/-2.0155309 or Grid Reference SJ9958. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Middle Hulme Farm C17th farmhouse with later additions, which is listed grade II.
Middle Hulme Farm
C17th farmhouse with later additions, which is listed grade II.
Large barn at Middle Hulme Farm
Large barn at Middle Hulme Farm
Building work at Middle Hulme Farm
Building work at Middle Hulme Farm
Footpath heading west from Whitty Lane Near Middle Hulme Farm
Footpath heading west from Whitty Lane
Near Middle Hulme Farm
Newly layed hedge near Meerbrook The Derbyshire style of hedge laying where the brush (bushy growth) is placed to the livestock side of the hedge. Sawn timber stakes are used 24″ to 30″ apart. A strong, stock proof hedge is built by weaving the pleachers (layed stems) in front and behind the stakes – no binders are needed.
Newly layed hedge near Meerbrook
The Derbyshire style of hedge laying where the brush (bushy growth) is placed to the livestock side of the hedge. Sawn timber stakes are used 24″ to 30″ apart. A strong, stock proof hedge is built by weaving the pleachers (layed stems) in front and behind the stakes – no binders are needed.
Water man sculpture at Tittesworth Visitor Centre
Water man sculpture at Tittesworth Visitor Centre
Tittesworth Water Looking down the reservoir from the minor road which crosses it neer Meerbrook
Tittesworth Water
Looking down the reservoir from the minor road which crosses it neer Meerbrook
Tittesworth Reservoir View north from the minor road which crosses the reservoir at its northern end.
Tittesworth Reservoir
View north from the minor road which crosses the reservoir at its northern end.
Picnic tables at Tittesworth Visitor Centre
Picnic tables at Tittesworth Visitor Centre
Meerbrook Lane gatepost The gatehole is on the west side of Meerbrook Lane, and there is a benchmark cut into the right concrete gatepost.
Meerbrook Lane gatepost
The gatehole is on the west side of Meerbrook Lane, and there is a benchmark cut into the right concrete gatepost.
Meerbrook Lane, gatehole A wider angle showing the gatehole on the west side of Meerbrook Lane. There is a benchmark cut into the right concrete gatepost.
Meerbrook Lane, gatehole
A wider angle showing the gatehole on the west side of Meerbrook Lane. There is a benchmark cut into the right concrete gatepost.
Tittesworth Reservoir The reservoir at a particularly low level on 30 August 2022, after a notably dry summer.
Tittesworth Reservoir
The reservoir at a particularly low level on 30 August 2022, after a notably dry summer.
Meerbrook Methodist Church
Meerbrook Methodist Church
Solomon's Hollow Just outside Leek, a small valley with sides too steep for cultivation, now covered in scrub woodland with grazed clearings.
Solomon's Hollow
Just outside Leek, a small valley with sides too steep for cultivation, now covered in scrub woodland with grazed clearings.
Roaches View across the fields towards The Roaches and the Winking Man.  See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK0062">SK0062</a> for closeup of these rocks.
Roaches
View across the fields towards The Roaches and the Winking Man. See SK0062 for closeup of these rocks.
Anzio Camp Former army camp, planned to be rebuilt as a retirement village.
Anzio Camp
Former army camp, planned to be rebuilt as a retirement village.
Field View across to The Roaches
Field View across to The Roaches
Edge End milepost detail One of a small number of cast iron mileposts along the Leek to Buxton road, most of which are in much the same parlous state as this one.
Edge End milepost detail
One of a small number of cast iron mileposts along the Leek to Buxton road, most of which are in much the same parlous state as this one.
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Hind's Clough Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9958 (Lat: 53.125549, Lng: -2.0155309)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.125549,-2.0155309
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 53.1224469/-2.015701
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1280338/-2.0111864
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.1248427/-2.0172219
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.1252719/-2.015921
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1241299/-2.0104995
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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