Lock Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Lock Wood

Kingsley & Froghall trains 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 &quot;Knotty&quot;). According to one writer, &quot;the buildings on the Churnet Valley line are of local stone, straightforwardly neo-Tudor, and effective&quot; [Lloyd &amp; Insall, &quot;Railway Station Architecture&quot;, David &amp; Charles 1978, p.17]. — Kingsley & Froghall trains Credit: Ralph Greig

Lock Wood is a picturesque village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Staffordshire Moorlands, the village is surrounded by lush greenery and dense forests, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The name "Lock Wood" derives from the Old English words "wood" and "forest," which accurately depict the village's natural surroundings. The woodlands in and around Lock Wood provide a tranquil ambiance and offer residents and visitors the opportunity to explore hiking trails and enjoy scenic walks.

The village itself is small, yet charming, with a close-knit community that takes pride in maintaining its historic buildings and traditional architecture. A notable landmark in Lock Wood is the 13th-century St. Mary's Church, which sits at the heart of the village and serves as a reminder of its rich history.

Lock Wood is also known for its annual summer fair, where locals and visitors gather to celebrate the village's heritage through various activities and events. The fair attracts people from neighboring towns and villages, creating a lively atmosphere and fostering a sense of community spirit.

In terms of amenities, Lock Wood offers a range of essential services including a local grocery store, a post office, and a cozy village pub. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby town of Leek is easily accessible.

Overall, Lock Wood in Staffordshire provides a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking solace in nature and a close-knit community.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.004919/-1.9611539 or Grid Reference SK0245. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kingsley & Froghall trains

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].

Ralph Greig

Kingsley & Froghall Station

The southern terminus of the Churnet Valley Railway looks immaculate in the late afternoon sunshine although things are not quite what they seem. Firstly, although this might look like a country station, it was built to serve an area of heavy industry with limekilns and a copper works nearby (the latter did not close until 2014). After closure, the station buildings were demolished in 1968 and the new building is a replica using some original material. It was opened in 2004 by Pete Waterman, the well-known record producer and railway enthusiast.

Stephen McKay

Kingsley & Froghall Station - running in board

Interestingly, the Churnet Valley Railway has chosen to use replica LMS signs for the running in boards (the larger signs used at the ends of the platforms, a practice largely discontinued on the modern railway) rather than the later British Railways style. The LMS usually angled these slightly outwards and that has been done at the other end of the platform.

Stephen McKay

Kingsley & Froghall Station

This second platform at Kingsley & Froghall was restored by the Churnet Valley Railway in 2008 to include the replica waiting shelter. The overall effect has been to create an authentic period feel. Perhaps only the 'volunteers needed' banner could not have been part of the scene 70 years ago.

Stephen McKay

Steam Train TKh 2944 "Hotspur" Taking On Water, Froghall Station

Works Number - 2944 Build Date - 1952 Builder - Fablok, Chrzanów Wheel Arrangement - 0-6-0T Link

Brian Deegan

Highshutt entrance to Hawksmoor NT

Hawksmoor is an ancient steep-sided oak woodland

Jonathan Hutchins

Path through Hawksmoor NT

Hawksmoor is an ancient steep-sided oak woodland east of Cheadle in Staffordshire towards Oakamoor. It is managed by the National Trust. The habitat attracts specialised bird species such as Wood Warbler and Pied Flycatcher.

Jonathan Hutchins

Car parking for Hawksmoor NT

'Limited parking for approx. 6 cars' states the National Trust website, and this is it. However even more limited off-road parking is possible at Highshutt further west outside the entrance shown here Link

Jonathan Hutchins

Path through Hawksmoor NT

Jonathan Hutchins

Froghall Station

Kingsley and Froghall station on the Churnet Valley Railway in Staffordshire.

Martin Clark

Les Oakes's Place

This remarkable structure was built from salvaged materials by scrap dealer Les Oakes. It incorporates doors, windows, and name stones from demolished buildings, and was described as "agricultural" to avoid having to get planning permission. This and other buildings on the site house a vast collection of vintage memorabilia, including horse-drawn vehicles from around the country. Sadly Mr Oakes was killed in a road accident in 2000, but his sons maintain the tradition of the business as "architectural reclamation".

S Parish

Door, Les Oakes's Place

A doorway salvaged from a pub, typical of the material used by scrap dealer Les Oakes to construct a building to house his vast collection of memorabilia. The door leads nowhere.

S Parish

View from Hawksmoor Reserve (NT)

George Mahoney

The Wedding Special

0-6-0 Saddle Tank hauls the Wedding Special from Froghall Station

George Mahoney

Whiston Methodist Church

The inscription over the large window reads "Primitive Methodist Centenary Church 1907 1908". The centenary being the foundation of Primitive Methodism only 30 km away on SJ8557 Mow Cop in 1807. Not to be confused with SK4489 : Whiston Methodist Church, Nr Rotherham / SK4489 : Methodist Church in Whiston, Nr Rotherham..

Roger W Haworth

The Miners Rest

on the corner of Froghall Road and Hammersley Hayes Road just outside Cheadle Staffordshire

Roger W Haworth

Blacksmiths Arms

39 Shawe Park Road, Kingsley Holt, Staffordshire

Roger W Haworth

Greendale Cottages

Right on the eastern edge of the square (in fact the far end of the terrace is in SK0443). A plaque on the end wall reads "These cottages built for brass and copper workers were given to the National Trust in 1987 by the late Mrs. M. C. Aldridge who loved Hawksmoor and the surrounding countryside". There is also a Victorian postbox in the wall.

Dave Dunford

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Lock Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK0245 (Lat: 53.004919, Lng: -1.9611539)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire