Black Plantation

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Black Plantation

Tramroad through Harston Wood The line of a former tramroad, looking west, downhill along a steady incline. The tramroad carried limestone from quarries at Caldon Low, westwards to Froghall Wharf at the end of the Caldon Canal. — Tramroad through Harston Wood Credit: David Weston

Black Plantation is a woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Spread across a vast expanse, it is renowned for its diverse range of trees and rich biodiversity. The plantation is situated in the region of Wood, within the county's forested landscape.

The woodland is predominantly composed of mature oak trees, which form a dense canopy, providing ample shade and shelter to the variety of flora and fauna that call this place home. The area's topography is characterized by gentle undulating slopes and occasional clearings, providing picturesque vistas for visitors.

Black Plantation is a haven for nature enthusiasts, as it supports a plethora of wildlife. Among the notable species found here are red deer, rabbits, foxes, and a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The woodland is also home to several rare and protected plants, adding to its ecological significance.

Visitors to Black Plantation can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. The extensive network of trails ensures that both casual walkers and avid hikers can explore the woodland at their own pace. The tranquility and natural beauty of this woodland make it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Overall, Black Plantation in Staffordshire offers a unique and immersive experience for nature lovers, providing a glimpse into the region's natural heritage and serving as a valuable habitat for a diverse range of plants and animals.

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Black Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.017202/-1.9299142 or Grid Reference SK0446. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tramroad through Harston Wood

The line of a former tramroad, looking west, downhill along a steady incline. The tramroad carried limestone from quarries at Caldon Low, westwards to Froghall Wharf at the end of the Caldon Canal.

David Weston

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

Whiston Hall

Hotel and golf club house, in Whiston. "This fine example of a Victorian hall was built in 1850. The residence and estate was owned, founded and lovingly restored by Mr. Tom Cooper" Link

Roger W Haworth

Ye Olde Star Inn

a 16th century inn in Star Bank, Cotton, Staffordshire

Roger W Haworth

Cotton College

Cotton Lane, Cotton, Staffordshire. This Roman Catholic boarding school Link

closed in 1987. The buildings are derelict. The spire on the right is St Wilfred's Roman Catholic Church which is still in use.

Roger W Haworth

Church of St John the Baptist

Cotton Lane, Cotton, Staffordshire. Link

This charming little church built in 1795 is tucked into a corner and virtually surrounded by St Wilfred's Roman Catholic Church and SK0646 : Cotton College.

Roger W Haworth

Interior of Oakamoor Church

Geoff Pick

Geocache stash and landscape

This is a picture taken after finding a geocache, a new and fantastic hobby discovered after submitting pictures to this site. The picture shows the field and side of forest shown on the map. The tupperware box is what we found buried about 100 yards away. Get out there and get geo - "graphing" and "caching"!

Richard cattel

Great Marquess steam locomotive on Churnet Valley Railway

Great Marquess steam locomotive on Churnet Valley Railway near Oakamoor. This part of the preserved railway line is not yet open to the public

Chris Farman

Great Marquess steam locomotive on the Churnet Valley Railway

Great Marquess steam locomotive on the Churnet Valley Railway approaching Froghall and Kingsley Station.

Chris Farman

Abandoned Canal Milepost and Railway

This milepost stands on a section of the former Uttoxeter Canal in the Churnet Valley. The canal was closed in 1849 to make way for the North Staffordshire Railway, pictured in the background. The railway took a straighter route, leaving isolated loops of canal at various points down the valley.

Ian Calderwood

California Lock

California (or Morris's) Lock was on the Uttoxeter Canal, closed in 1849 to make way for the North Staffordshire Railway. Nearby, there were wharves for loading coal, brought by the Woodhead Tramroad from the mines around Cheadle.

Ian Calderwood

Morris's Bridge

Morris's Bridge was on the Uttoxeter Canal, closed in 1849 to make way for the North Staffordshire Railway. It has been partially demolished or collapsed. The bolt sticking out of the stone at the top probably held a plank of wood in place to prevent damage from towing ropes.

Ian Calderwood

Oldridge

Oldridge / Oldridge Farm

Ian Calderwood

Whiston Village Hall

The village hall looks to be quite new and has extensive views from its high location overlooking the Staffordshire moorlands towards Cheadle.

Mike Bardill

Moneystone Quarry

Moneystone quarry is in the process of being extended and is very busy with trucks coming and going every few seconds.

Mike Bardill

Moneystone Quarry

Moneystone sandstone quarry is extremely busy and traffic lights control trucks and quarry vehicles crossing this access road. All of the stone is taken out by road, and lorries thunder in and out every few seconds. The map shows a link to the railway line in the valley below, which is now the Churnet Valley preserved railway. This is no longer used to transport quarry goods but it would seem to be a much better way of shifting large loads of stone around.

Mike Bardill

Moneystone

Moneystone is a quiet hamlet high up on the moors near Oakamoor. This view looks idyllic and it is hard to believe that just a short way down the road is a massive and very busy sandstone quarry with streams of trucks thundering along the little lanes.

Mike Bardill

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Black Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SK0446 (Lat: 53.017202, Lng: -1.9299142)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire