Birchall Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Birchall Wood

Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway. — Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Credit: Roger Kidd

Birchall Wood is a picturesque forest located in Staffordshire, England. With an area covering over 500 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife lovers. The wood is primarily made up of birch trees, as its name suggests, but also features a variety of other tree species such as oak, beech, and pine.

The forest is known for its diverse ecosystem, providing a habitat for numerous plant and animal species. Visitors can expect to see an array of bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls. Small mammals like squirrels and foxes can also be spotted within the woodland.

There are several walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The paths are well-maintained and suitable for individuals of all ages and abilities. Along the way, there are informative signs providing interesting facts about the flora and fauna found in Birchall Wood.

The serene surroundings of Birchall Wood make it an ideal spot for picnics and family outings. There are designated picnic areas with benches scattered throughout the forest, providing visitors with a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.

Overall, Birchall Wood offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Its well-preserved ecosystem and abundance of wildlife make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace and a connection with the natural world.

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Birchall Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.088829/-2.0152636 or Grid Reference SJ9954. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire

Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.

Roger Kidd

Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire

Buildings at Cliff Farm seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.

Roger Kidd

Railway trackside south-east of Leek, Staffordshire

A public footpath crosses the line here near Cliff Farm. The preserved Churnet Valley Railway operates steam and diesel (sometimes both!) locomotives to haul trains between Kingsley and Froghall Station to Cheddleton, and sometimes beyond to Ipstones. Link

Roger Kidd

Farmland by the railway near Bradnop, Staffordshire

Seen from a passing train approaching the footpath crossing near Cliff Farm. The preserved Churnet Valley Railway operates steam and diesel (sometimes both!) locomotives to haul trains between Kingsley and Froghall Station to Cheddleton, and sometimes beyond to Ipstones. Link

Roger Kidd

Farm land south-east of Leek, Staffordshire

Seen from a passing train, this telephoto assisted image shows Wildgoose Farm.

Roger Kidd

Railway at Bradnop, Staffordshire

This is looking back (south-east) at the bridge at Bradnop. The train is being pulled on the return to Froghall by a diesel unit which helped the small green Polish steam locomotive haul it up the gradient to Ipstones by pushing from the rear. The line is currently being used as far as the former Ipstones Station by the Churnet Valley Railway Company, but is currently owned by the Moorland and City Railways Company, with plans to reopen lines as far as Leek and Stoke, and agreements likely that CVR will have access to all of its tracks.

Roger Kidd

Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire

Looking at land by Wildgoose Farm on a very gloomy morning, seen from a passing Churnet Valley Railway train.

Roger Kidd

Four Sycamores, formerly the Blacksmith's Arms

The Blacksmith's Arms closed after a fire in about 1940, leaving Bradnop with no pub.

Ian Calderwood

Bridge near Bradnop

View from steam train on the Cauldon Lowe Branch

Raymond Knapman

Old Milepost by the A523, Ashbourne Road, Bradnop

Ashbourne iron bobbin by the A523, in parish of Bradnop (Staffordshire Moorlands District), West of Bradnop, on grass verge. Inscription reads:- : LEEK / 2 / MILES : : LONDON 152 MILES : : ASHBOURNE / 13 / MILES : 'Lost' since 2010 Milestone Society National ID: ST_LKAB02

Milestone Society

Hidden valley

Valley of brook running southwards towards the River Churnet

Ralph Mills

Green Lane towards Egg Well

Right of way

Ralph Mills

Stream running towards Ashenhurst

Ralph Mills

Railway Cottages

Ashbourne Road, Bradnop. Back in 1905 there were no planning committees to say "you can't build in brick - the natural building material in this area is stone". So the North Staffordshire Railway Link

erected the same pattern housing as everywhere else in their network. In this case it was for the staff of Bradnop Station nearby.

Roger W Haworth

Roost Hill and Revedge

From the lane near Combes Valley Nature Reserve looking NNE.

Dave Dunford

Milepost on the A523

Quite a few of these cast iron mileposts dating from 1839 still remain along the Ashbourne to Leek road. As can be seen this one is 2 miles from Leek.

David Lally

Milepost on the A523

Quite a few of these cast iron mileposts dating from 1834 still remain along the Ashbourne to Leek road. As can be seen this one is 13 miles from Ashbourne. Update Aug 2016: This one has I think now gone.

David Lally