Long Lands

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire East Staffordshire

England

Long Lands

St Nicholas's Church Grade II* listed building of about 1300 - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1374461" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1374461">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>
St Nicholas's Church Credit: Bob Harvey

Long Lands is a stunning woodland area located in Staffordshire, England. Spanning over 500 acres, it is known for its majestic and tranquil atmosphere, attracting nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. The forest is situated near the town of Wood and is easily accessible by road.

The woodland is primarily composed of an assortment of broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and picturesque landscape. The dense canopy provides a haven for a rich variety of flora and fauna, including various species of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses.

Long Lands offers numerous walking trails and cycling paths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their leisure. The well-maintained paths wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Adventurers can also enjoy bird watching and wildlife spotting, as the woodland is home to a range of animals, including deer, foxes, and a variety of bird species.

For those seeking a more immersive experience, Long Lands offers camping facilities, providing an opportunity to spend a night under the stars surrounded by the sounds of nature. The campsite is equipped with basic amenities, including toilet facilities and designated fire pits.

Long Lands is a popular destination for families, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem, it offers a truly enchanting experience for visitors of all ages.

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Long Lands Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.830686/-1.8775825 or Grid Reference SK0825. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Nicholas's Church Grade II* listed building of about 1300 - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1374461" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1374461">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>
St Nicholas's Church
Grade II* listed building of about 1300 - see LinkExternal link
Horn dance headgear Preserved in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6983789">SK0724 : St Nicholas's Church</a>. one of the reindeer horn headgear used in the ancient Abbots Bromley Horn Dance.  See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://abbotsbromley.com/information/horn_dance/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://abbotsbromley.com/information/horn_dance/">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>
Horn dance headgear
Preserved in SK0724 : St Nicholas's Church. one of the reindeer horn headgear used in the ancient Abbots Bromley Horn Dance. See LinkExternal link
Horn dance headgear Preserved in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6983789">SK0724 : St Nicholas's Church</a>.Several of the reindeer horn headgear used in the ancient Abbots Bromley Horn Dance.  See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://abbotsbromley.com/information/horn_dance/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://abbotsbromley.com/information/horn_dance/">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>
Horn dance headgear
Preserved in SK0724 : St Nicholas's Church.Several of the reindeer horn headgear used in the ancient Abbots Bromley Horn Dance. See LinkExternal link
Walking Together A sculpture designed and commissioned by the parishioners to celebrate a thousand years of church history in the village of Abbots Bromley, made by Neil Wood from Stafford College.

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://media.acny.uk/media/venues/page/attachment/2018/03/Walking_Together_-_Celebrating_1000_years_of_St_Nicholas.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://media.acny.uk/media/venues/page/attachment/2018/03/Walking_Together_-_Celebrating_1000_years_of_St_Nicholas.pdf">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>
Walking Together
A sculpture designed and commissioned by the parishioners to celebrate a thousand years of church history in the village of Abbots Bromley, made by Neil Wood from Stafford College. See LinkExternal link
St Nicholas's Church: The Font The font, at the Western end.
St Nicholas's Church: The Font
The font, at the Western end.
St Nicholas' Church, Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire View taken from a public footpath south of the church.  St Nicholas is the Parish Church of Abbots Bromley. It dates from about 1300, with a clerestorey added about 1500 and the west tower rebuilt in about 1700. The church is a Grade II*-listed building. Inside the church are a number of items related to the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance
St Nicholas' Church, Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire
View taken from a public footpath south of the church. St Nicholas is the Parish Church of Abbots Bromley. It dates from about 1300, with a clerestorey added about 1500 and the west tower rebuilt in about 1700. The church is a Grade II*-listed building. Inside the church are a number of items related to the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance
Hart's Farm Flat, fertile East Staffordshire.
The patches of woodland form a backdrop along with a sunny early November sky.
Hart's Farm
Flat, fertile East Staffordshire. The patches of woodland form a backdrop along with a sunny early November sky.
Bagot Arms, Abbot's Bromley On Bagot Street, B5234.
Bagot Arms, Abbot's Bromley
On Bagot Street, B5234.
The Coach and Horses One of several pubs in Abbot's Bromley.
The Coach and Horses
One of several pubs in Abbot's Bromley.
Flat pasture land View to the east of Radmore Lane.
Flat pasture land
View to the east of Radmore Lane.
Radmore Wood A small hamlet to the north east of Abbot's Bromley.
Radmore Wood
A small hamlet to the north east of Abbot's Bromley.
Farm tracks To the left to Hart's Farm, to the right to Park Farm.
Both are public rights of way.
Farm tracks
To the left to Hart's Farm, to the right to Park Farm. Both are public rights of way.
Abbots Bromley: St. Nicholas' Church
Abbots Bromley: St. Nicholas' Church
Abbots Bromley: Half timbered building in Bagot Street
Abbots Bromley: Half timbered building in Bagot Street
Abbots Bromley: East along Bagot Street
Abbots Bromley: East along Bagot Street
Abbots Bromley: The Goat's Head PH
Abbots Bromley: The Goat's Head PH
Abbots Bromley: The Butter Cross Records show that a Butter Cross has stood here since the 14th century; the present one is most probably a 17th century replacement.
Abbots Bromley: The Butter Cross
Records show that a Butter Cross has stood here since the 14th century; the present one is most probably a 17th century replacement.
Abbots Bromley: The Goat's Head PH
Abbots Bromley: The Goat's Head PH
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Long Lands is located at Grid Ref: SK0825 (Lat: 52.830686, Lng: -1.8775825)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: East Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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