Crowgutter Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Crowgutter Wood

Footbridge over River Churnet 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> — Footbridge over River Churnet Credit: Philip Cornwall

Crowgutter Wood is a charming woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this beautiful forest is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty. It is situated within close proximity to the town of Stafford, making it easily accessible for both locals and tourists.

The woodland is characterized by its dense canopy of tall trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and birch. The lush greenery provides a soothing and refreshing atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding bursts of vibrant colors to the landscape during the spring and summer seasons.

Crowgutter Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to observe and connect with nature. Visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species that inhabit the area. The forest also boasts a network of trails and pathways, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace.

Additionally, the wood boasts a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and human activity dating back centuries. Archaeological finds such as pottery shards and tools have been unearthed, providing insights into the lives of past inhabitants.

Overall, Crowgutter Wood is a hidden gem within Staffordshire, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. Whether it is for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the serenity of nature, this enchanting forest provides a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Footbridge over River Churnet

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: Link

Philip Cornwall

Meadow and Derelict Building on banks of River Churnet

Philip Cornwall

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.

Robin Webster

Old Train Stored near Consall Station

Next to the Canal between the pub and Station, it is stored on the unused track.

Brian Deegan

Bridge 52, Caldon Canal

Bridge 52 carries the towpath across the canal, changing from the left to the right hand side.

Stephen McKay

Cherryeye Bridge, Caldon Canal

Presumably the Cherryeye name comes from the unusual shape of the bridgehole. This furthest stretch of the Caldon Canal east of Flint Mill Lock is exceptionally narrow and is similar in some respects to the Llangollen Canal west of Trevor.

Stephen McKay

Caldon Canal below Flint Mill Lock

The canal curls round towards Froghall on the final stretch from Etruria. The building on the right is part of Consall Flint Mill, built in the 1830s to supply ground flint for use in the Potteries ceramic industry. The mill ceased production around 1970.

Stephen McKay

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.

Eirian Evans

View down the Caldon Canal

Looking towards Consall Station on the Churnet Valley Railway line

Eirian Evans

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].

Eirian Evans