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Hills Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

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Hills Wood

Waiting shelter, Consall station, 1978 Famously cantilevered out over the Caldon Canal. The station had closed in 1965 and the platform on the canal side had been dismantled. Somehow the shelter survived. The canal is very narrow along this length by the railway. Maps suggest that it was narrowed when the railway was built partly over it.
Waiting shelter, Consall station, 1978 Credit: Robin Webster

Hills Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Spanning over a vast area, the wood is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. It is a popular destination among nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers.

Covered in dense foliage, Hills Wood is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch. This creates a stunning display of colors during the autumn season when the leaves change to vibrant hues of orange, red, and yellow. The woodland floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells, primroses, and daffodils, further enhancing its enchanting atmosphere.

The forest is crisscrossed by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. These paths wind through the woodland, revealing hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and charming little ponds. The peaceful ambience and tranquil surroundings make Hills Wood a haven for wildlife, with sightings of deer, foxes, and a wide array of bird species being common.

In addition to its natural beauty, Hills Wood also has historical significance. The remains of ancient settlements and burial mounds can be found within its boundaries, providing insight into the area's rich past. The wood is also home to a variety of rare and protected species, making it a site of ecological importance.

Overall, Hills Wood in Staffordshire is a captivating destination where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, explore its trails, and discover the secrets it holds.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.051776/-2.0145641 or Grid Reference SJ9950. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waiting shelter, Consall station, 1978 Famously cantilevered out over the Caldon Canal. The station had closed in 1965 and the platform on the canal side had been dismantled. Somehow the shelter survived. The canal is very narrow along this length by the railway. Maps suggest that it was narrowed when the railway was built partly over it.
Waiting shelter, Consall station, 1978
Famously cantilevered out over the Caldon Canal. The station had closed in 1965 and the platform on the canal side had been dismantled. Somehow the shelter survived. The canal is very narrow along this length by the railway. Maps suggest that it was narrowed when the railway was built partly over it.
Old Train Stored near Consall Station Next to the Canal between the pub and Station, it is stored on the unused track.
Old Train Stored near Consall Station
Next to the Canal between the pub and Station, it is stored on the unused track.
The Black Lion, Consall Forge In the heart of the Churnet Valley, with the Churnet Valley Railway line passing between it and the Caldon Canal. The railway station is about 100 yards away.
The Black Lion, Consall Forge
In the heart of the Churnet Valley, with the Churnet Valley Railway line passing between it and the Caldon Canal. The railway station is about 100 yards away.
View down the Caldon Canal Looking towards Consall Station on the Churnet Valley Railway line
View down the Caldon Canal
Looking towards Consall Station on the Churnet Valley Railway line
Consall Station from the Caldon Canal towpath A preserved railway line near Leek in Staffordshire, running from Froghall up the valley to Cheddleton with one intermediate stop at Consall, and (since 2011) on an extension to a former quarry at Cauldon Low, where as of 2012 there is no station. The society has plans to connect to the national network at Stoke-on-Trent. The lines were originally constructed by the North Staffordshire Railway (the "Knotty"). According to one writer, "the buildings on the Churnet Valley line are of local stone, straightforwardly neo-Tudor, and effective" [Lloyd & Insall, "Railway Station Architecture", David & Charles 1978, p.17].
Consall Station from the Caldon Canal towpath
A preserved railway line near Leek in Staffordshire, running from Froghall up the valley to Cheddleton with one intermediate stop at Consall, and (since 2011) on an extension to a former quarry at Cauldon Low, where as of 2012 there is no station. The society has plans to connect to the national network at Stoke-on-Trent. The lines were originally constructed by the North Staffordshire Railway (the "Knotty"). According to one writer, "the buildings on the Churnet Valley line are of local stone, straightforwardly neo-Tudor, and effective" [Lloyd & Insall, "Railway Station Architecture", David & Charles 1978, p.17].
Black Lion Inn, Consall Forge In the heart of the Churnet Valley, with the Churnet Valley Railway line (left) passing between it and the Caldon Canal
Black Lion Inn, Consall Forge
In the heart of the Churnet Valley, with the Churnet Valley Railway line (left) passing between it and the Caldon Canal
Consall Station A preserved railway line near Leek in Staffordshire, running from Froghall up the valley to Cheddleton with one intermediate stop at Consall, and (since 2011) on an extension to a former quarry at Cauldon Low, where as of 2012 there is no station. The society has plans to connect to the national network at Stoke-on-Trent. The lines were originally constructed by the North Staffordshire Railway (the "Knotty"). According to one writer, "the buildings on the Churnet Valley line are of local stone, straightforwardly neo-Tudor, and effective" [Lloyd & Insall, "Railway Station Architecture", David & Charles 1978, p.17].
Consall Station
A preserved railway line near Leek in Staffordshire, running from Froghall up the valley to Cheddleton with one intermediate stop at Consall, and (since 2011) on an extension to a former quarry at Cauldon Low, where as of 2012 there is no station. The society has plans to connect to the national network at Stoke-on-Trent. The lines were originally constructed by the North Staffordshire Railway (the "Knotty"). According to one writer, "the buildings on the Churnet Valley line are of local stone, straightforwardly neo-Tudor, and effective" [Lloyd & Insall, "Railway Station Architecture", David & Charles 1978, p.17].
Information board about Consall Station waiting shelter The shelter itself is here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7667009" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7667009">Link</a>
Information board about Consall Station waiting shelter
The shelter itself is here Link
Consall Station waiting shelter An information board about the shelter is here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7667007" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7667007">Link</a>
Consall Station waiting shelter
An information board about the shelter is here Link
Diesel Train, Churnet Valley Railway
Diesel Train, Churnet Valley Railway
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.
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Hills Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9950 (Lat: 53.051776, Lng: -2.0145641)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 53.051776,-2.0145641
Seamark Type: gate
Source: survey
Waterway: lock_gate
Lat/Long: 53.0489606/-2.0183781
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Seamark Type: gate
Source: survey
Waterway: lock_gate
Lat/Long: 53.0488295/-2.0181104
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Description: This is a board that shows whether the water level is low enough (i.e., green) for the Churnet to be safely navigable. When the water level is too high (red) boats should not proceed onto the river.
Man Made: monitoring_station
Monitoring Water Level: yes
Lat/Long: 53.0487879/-2.0180151
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Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 53.0539276/-2.0202399
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Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 53.0544995/-2.0139776
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