Horseshoe Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Horseshoe Wood

Coach park at Alton Towers Looking across the coach park area.
Coach park at Alton Towers Credit: DS Pugh

Horseshoe Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Spanning approximately 20 acres, this enchanting forest is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The wood is named after its distinctive horseshoe-shaped layout, which adds to its unique charm.

Covered in a dense canopy of deciduous and coniferous trees, Horseshoe Wood offers a peaceful and serene environment for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The wood is predominantly composed of oak, beech, and birch trees, creating an impressive display of colors during autumn. The forest floor is blanketed with a rich carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during springtime, adding a touch of vibrancy to the woodland.

Horseshoe Wood is home to a wide variety of wildlife, making it a haven for animal lovers and birdwatchers. The forest is frequented by species such as deer, foxes, badgers, and rabbits, providing ample opportunities for wildlife spotting. Additionally, the wood attracts a multitude of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Horseshoe Wood offers a network of well-maintained trails and footpaths that wind through the forest. These paths allow visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace, providing opportunities for leisurely walks, hiking, and photography.

Overall, Horseshoe Wood in Staffordshire is a natural gem that showcases the beauty of the English countryside. With its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and recreational opportunities, this woodland is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Horseshoe Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.988592/-1.8958921 or Grid Reference SK0743. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coach park at Alton Towers Looking across the coach park area.
Coach park at Alton Towers
Looking across the coach park area.
Entrance to Alton Towers Looking towards a section of roller-coaster track.
Entrance to Alton Towers
Looking towards a section of roller-coaster track.
Wicker Man rollercoaster Looking towards part of the Wickerman Rollercoaster at Alton Towers.
Wicker Man rollercoaster
Looking towards part of the Wickerman Rollercoaster at Alton Towers.
Forbidden Valley Looking across part of the Forbidden Valley section at Alton Towers.
Forbidden Valley
Looking across part of the Forbidden Valley section at Alton Towers.
Nemesis rollercoaster Part of Nemesis, one of the rollercoasters at Alton Towers.
Nemesis rollercoaster
Part of Nemesis, one of the rollercoasters at Alton Towers.
Gardens at Alton Towers Looking across part of the gardens in a valley.
Gardens at Alton Towers
Looking across part of the gardens in a valley.
Pond in the gardens Looking along a path beside a pond in the gardens at Alton Towers.
Pond in the gardens
Looking along a path beside a pond in the gardens at Alton Towers.
Dark Forest and gondola The aerial ropeway is a 12-MGD called Sky Ride constructed in 1987 by Poma. The cabins have been replaced more recently with Sigma cabins.
Dark Forest and gondola
The aerial ropeway is a 12-MGD called Sky Ride constructed in 1987 by Poma. The cabins have been replaced more recently with Sigma cabins.
House at Alton Towers Looking across the main country house in the estate now home to a theme park.
House at Alton Towers
Looking across the main country house in the estate now home to a theme park.
Formal gardens in the house The gardens for the main house at Alton Towers.
Formal gardens in the house
The gardens for the main house at Alton Towers.
Enterprise Looking towards the Enterprise ride at Alton Towers.
Enterprise
Looking towards the Enterprise ride at Alton Towers.
Rapids at Alton Towers Looking towards the end of The Rapids attraction, with the lift to bring the boats back to the start.
Rapids at Alton Towers
Looking towards the end of The Rapids attraction, with the lift to bring the boats back to the start.
Boat lift to the start Looking along the conveyor lifting the rapids boats back to the start of the ride.
Boat lift to the start
Looking along the conveyor lifting the rapids boats back to the start of the ride.
Main House Looking towards the main house in Alton Towers theme park.
Main House
Looking towards the main house in Alton Towers theme park.
Towards the boating lake Looking across part of Alton Towers.
Towards the boating lake
Looking across part of Alton Towers.
Boating lake and house Looking across the lake towards the main house at Alton Towers.
Boating lake and house
Looking across the lake towards the main house at Alton Towers.
Octoberfest Looking across the grassy area beside the boating lake being used as an Octoberfest area.
Octoberfest
Looking across the grassy area beside the boating lake being used as an Octoberfest area.
Towards the courtyard Looking along a path beside the boating lake at Alton Towers.
Towards the courtyard
Looking along a path beside the boating lake at Alton Towers.
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Horseshoe Wood is located at Grid Ref: SK0743 (Lat: 52.988592, Lng: -1.8958921)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.988592,-1.8958921
Towers Street Station
Aerialway: station
Lat/Long: 52.9899122/-1.8913084
Post Box
Note: I went to the Alton Towers Resort theme park on Wednesday 03.08.2022 and the postbox slot has been blocked off.
Operator: Royal Mail
Ref: ST10 35
Source: visit to Alton Towers Resort theme park.
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Bus Stop
Alton Towers Entrance
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Bus Stop
Alton Towers
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Bus Stop
Farley Gates
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Source: naptan_import
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Adventure Land
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Vending Machine
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CBeebies Land
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Vending Machine
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Parking
Premium Parking
Capacity: 200
Fee: £15.00
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Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Source: bing
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The Towers
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Cloud Cuckoo Land
Place: locality
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Fast Food
Donut Jester's Court
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Oblivion
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Note: entrance to queue line
Wikidata: Q1476808
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Wheelchair: yes
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Male: yes
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Atm
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Crossing
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Telephone
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Telephone
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Coca-Cola Refilling Station
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Alton Towers Main Entrance
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Usage: tourism
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Spinball Whizzer
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Wikidata: Q911384
Lat/Long: 52.9889237/-1.8945623
The Smiler
Attraction: roller_coaster
Wikidata: Q4026941
Lat/Long: 52.9872897/-1.895442
Bunbury Hill
Natural: peak
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Cafe
Corner Coffee & Bar
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Restaurant
Courtyard BBQ
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Man Made: flagpole
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Hex
Tourism: attraction
Wikidata: Q1994979
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Golf Challenge
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Octonauts Rollercoaster
Attraction: roller_coaster
Wikidata: Q24996970
Lat/Long: 52.9893227/-1.8945533
Numtums Number Go-Around
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 52.99078/-1.8938098
Charlie & Lola's Moonsquirters and Greendrops
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 52.9908706/-1.8935462
Cafe
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CBeebies Land Gift Shop
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Nina's Science Lab
Tourism: attraction
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Something Special Sensory Garden
Tourism: attraction
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Chained Oak
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Frog Hopper
Tourism: attraction
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Ice Age Shop
Shop: gift
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Buy The Smiler
Shop: gift
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Toilets
Female: yes
Male: yes
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 52.989536/-1.8899209
Toilets
Female: yes
Male: yes
Source: Bing
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Fountain Square
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.9852015/-1.8926165
Fast Food
Lat/Long: 52.9868941/-1.8959196
X-Sector
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.9870519/-1.8961415
Mutiny Bay
Place: locality
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Towers Street
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.9902349/-1.8924733
Octonauts Rollercoaster Photos
Building: yes
Shop: kiosk
Lat/Long: 52.9893257/-1.8947727
Aerialway: pylon
Lat/Long: 52.9895088/-1.8904546
Aerialway: pylon
Lat/Long: 52.9886535/-1.8886441
Natural: cliff
Lat/Long: 52.9891011/-1.8891687
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 52.9873822/-1.8965735
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