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Brankley Covert

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire East Staffordshire

England

Brankley Covert

Dunstall Hill towards Dunstall Cross
Dunstall Hill towards Dunstall Cross Credit: Ian S

Brankley Covert is a small village located in Staffordshire, England. Nestled within a picturesque woodland setting, the village is known for its abundant natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The name "Brankley Covert" refers to the dense forest that surrounds the area, creating a sense of seclusion and serenity.

The village itself is composed of a handful of charming cottages and houses, giving it a quaint and traditional feel. It is home to a close-knit community that takes pride in maintaining the village's rural character and preserving its natural surroundings.

Nature lovers flock to Brankley Covert to explore the vast woodlands that envelop the village. The forest is teeming with diverse wildlife, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts and nature photographers. Visitors can embark on scenic hikes along the numerous trails, immersing themselves in the lush greenery and embracing the peaceful ambiance.

Although Brankley Covert is primarily a residential area, there are a few amenities available to residents and visitors. A small local pub offers a cozy place to socialize and enjoy traditional British fare. Additionally, the nearby town of Stafford provides access to a wider range of services, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, Brankley Covert offers a unique opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and reconnect with nature. Its idyllic setting and close community make it an appealing destination for those seeking tranquility and a slower pace of life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.789501/-1.7663218 or Grid Reference SK1521. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dunstall Hill towards Dunstall Cross
Dunstall Hill towards Dunstall Cross
Scotch Hill Aptly named as the road is quite steep.
Scotch Hill
Aptly named as the road is quite steep.
The silage has been cut A very bare field with just the cut ends of dried grasses showing.
The silage has been cut
A very bare field with just the cut ends of dried grasses showing.
Scotch Hill Going up the hill from the valley bottom which has a small stream.
Scotch Hill
Going up the hill from the valley bottom which has a small stream.
New growth in the field This looks a little like sweet corn, but if it is, it has a very long way to go before it will be harvested.
New growth in the field
This looks a little like sweet corn, but if it is, it has a very long way to go before it will be harvested.
Sich Lane, heading south towards Lucepool This lane is shown as tree-lined on the large-scale OS map surveyed in the 1880s. It is single track, like many of the back roads in this part of Staffordshire. The boundary between two civil parishes runs down the road - Yoxall and Barton under Needwood.
Sich Lane, heading south towards Lucepool
This lane is shown as tree-lined on the large-scale OS map surveyed in the 1880s. It is single track, like many of the back roads in this part of Staffordshire. The boundary between two civil parishes runs down the road - Yoxall and Barton under Needwood.
Sich Lane, heading north towards Whitewood This lane is shown as tree-lined on the large-scale OS map surveyed in the 1880s. It is single track, like many of the back roads in this part of Staffordshire. The boundary between two civil parishes runs down the road - Yoxall and Barton under Needwood.
Sich Lane, heading north towards Whitewood
This lane is shown as tree-lined on the large-scale OS map surveyed in the 1880s. It is single track, like many of the back roads in this part of Staffordshire. The boundary between two civil parishes runs down the road - Yoxall and Barton under Needwood.
Field east of Longcroft Farm About 90 metres above sea level.
Field east of Longcroft Farm
About 90 metres above sea level.
Stony Ford, at Stonyford Where Lin Brook becomes Stonyford Brook. Other maps [but not the OS] call the hamlet Stoneyford.
Stony Ford, at Stonyford
Where Lin Brook becomes Stonyford Brook. Other maps [but not the OS] call the hamlet Stoneyford.
Stony Ford is no longer stony Where Lin Brook becomes Stonyford Brook.
Stony Ford is no longer stony
Where Lin Brook becomes Stonyford Brook.
A path into Brankley Pastures Heading north from the Woodlane - Dunstall Cross road. Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
A path into Brankley Pastures
Heading north from the Woodlane - Dunstall Cross road. Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
New wood pasture, Brankley Pastures Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
New wood pasture, Brankley Pastures
Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
Tree and faint path, Brankley Pastures Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
Tree and faint path, Brankley Pastures
Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust's Brankley Pastures Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust's Brankley Pastures
Brankley Pastures is a new nature reserve created by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. This area was part of the Needwood Forest until the trees were cleared for agriculture in the 1800s. The Trust are trying to recreate the former 'wood pasture' landscape here.
Tree on the road to Dunstall Cross This part of Staffordshire is the old Needwood Forest and still has many deciduous trees.
Tree on the road to Dunstall Cross
This part of Staffordshire is the old Needwood Forest and still has many deciduous trees.
Farmland west of Dunstall Cross About 90 metres above sea level and on the south side of the road to Woodlane.
Farmland west of Dunstall Cross
About 90 metres above sea level and on the south side of the road to Woodlane.
Farm track heading south towards Needwood Rise Here just west of Yew Tree Farm, Dunstall Cross.
Farm track heading south towards Needwood Rise
Here just west of Yew Tree Farm, Dunstall Cross.
Welcome to Dunstall, please drive carefully On the western approach to Dunstall Cross.
Welcome to Dunstall, please drive carefully
On the western approach to Dunstall Cross.
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Brankley Covert is located at Grid Ref: SK1521 (Lat: 52.789501, Lng: -1.7663218)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: East Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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