Brook Hollows Spinney

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire East Staffordshire

England

Brook Hollows Spinney

Beam Hill The gentle slope to the top of Beam Hill as seen from the road to Rolleston.
Beam Hill Credit: Michael Patterson

Brook Hollows Spinney is a picturesque woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Spread across a vast area, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and a popular destination for outdoor activities. The spinney is made up of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of flora and fauna.

The woodland is traversed by a meandering brook, giving it its name, and adding to its natural beauty. The babbling brook provides a soothing soundtrack as visitors explore the spinney's many trails and pathways. These well-maintained paths make it easy for hikers, cyclists, and horse riders to navigate through the woodland, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all.

In addition to its recreational opportunities, Brook Hollows Spinney also serves as an important habitat for wildlife. Visitors can spot a range of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers, as well as small mammals like squirrels and hedgehogs. The spinney's dense vegetation provides ample cover and nesting sites for these creatures, making it an ideal environment for them to thrive.

The management of Brook Hollows Spinney is carried out by the local authorities, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and the protection of its wildlife. Regular maintenance and conservation efforts help maintain the woodland's ecological balance and allow visitors to enjoy this tranquil retreat all year round.

Whether it's a peaceful walk amidst nature, a family picnic, or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of wildlife, Brook Hollows Spinney offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Brook Hollows Spinney Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.843513/-1.6538201 or Grid Reference SK2327. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beam Hill The gentle slope to the top of Beam Hill as seen from the road to Rolleston.
Beam Hill
The gentle slope to the top of Beam Hill as seen from the road to Rolleston.
Spread Eagle and St Mary's The church in Rolleston on Dove is dedicated to St Mary.  The Spread Eagle pub next door shares some of its architecture with many railway buildings.
Spread Eagle and St Mary's
The church in Rolleston on Dove is dedicated to St Mary. The Spread Eagle pub next door shares some of its architecture with many railway buildings.
Houses in Rolleston These large houses on the road into Rolleston are built close to the site of the former railway station.  Given their distance from the village centre they were very likely built around the time of the railway. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://web.archive.org/web/20080515162221/http://www.rolleston-on-dove.freeserve.co.uk/history.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20080515162221/http://www.rolleston-on-dove.freeserve.co.uk/history.htm">Archive 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>
Houses in Rolleston
These large houses on the road into Rolleston are built close to the site of the former railway station. Given their distance from the village centre they were very likely built around the time of the railway. Archive LinkExternal link
The Brickmakers Arms, Upper Outwood
The Brickmakers Arms, Upper Outwood
Path to Tutbury This public footpath joins Rolleston on Dove with Tutbury.
Path to Tutbury
This public footpath joins Rolleston on Dove with Tutbury.
Bridleway to Alder Moor This bridleway passes by the Cemetery in Rolleston on Dove and leads to Alder Moor.
Bridleway to Alder Moor
This bridleway passes by the Cemetery in Rolleston on Dove and leads to Alder Moor.
Shotwood Hill There are two footpaths which lead from this point to Rolleston on Dove.  One can be seen to the left of the image the other takes the high route over the hill.
Shotwood Hill
There are two footpaths which lead from this point to Rolleston on Dove. One can be seen to the left of the image the other takes the high route over the hill.
Pool near River Dove Probably part of an former oxbow, this pool has been well filled by the winter rains.
Pool near River Dove
Probably part of an former oxbow, this pool has been well filled by the winter rains.
Field boundary
Field boundary
Stile on footpath from Egginton to Marston on Dove This stile was in a very rickety condition. The planks flipped up if you trod on the end.
Stile on footpath from Egginton to Marston on Dove
This stile was in a very rickety condition. The planks flipped up if you trod on the end.
Lount Farm and cottages
Lount Farm and cottages
Well-maintained footpath near Lount Farm All the public footpaths in this grid square are well defined and clearly maintained.
Well-maintained footpath near Lount Farm
All the public footpaths in this grid square are well defined and clearly maintained.
Farmland near Rolleston on Dove
Farmland near Rolleston on Dove
Stretton Community School A special school formed by amalgamation of two schools.
Stretton Community School
A special school formed by amalgamation of two schools.
A511 Tutbury to Burton road Spot the speed camera on this 50mph limited road.
A511 Tutbury to Burton road
Spot the speed camera on this 50mph limited road.
Lane leading to Lount Farm
Lane leading to Lount Farm
Water House This cottage know as Water House has a large pool behind it, presumably giving the name.
Water House
This cottage know as Water House has a large pool behind it, presumably giving the name.
Daffodil plantation The area of woodland shown on the map as Alder Moor Plantation is a riot of daffodils in April.
Daffodil plantation
The area of woodland shown on the map as Alder Moor Plantation is a riot of daffodils in April.
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Brook Hollows Spinney is located at Grid Ref: SK2327 (Lat: 52.843513, Lng: -1.6538201)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: East Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.843513,-1.6538201
Rolleston on Dove
Fixme: waterway?
Place: village
Waterway: en:Rolleston on Dove
Wikidata: Q609774
Lat/Long: 52.8462987/-1.650868
Post Box
Fixme: check position, was in junction
Operator: Royal Mail
Ref: DE13 1242
Lat/Long: 52.8447382/-1.6538677
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Ref: DE13 1127
Lat/Long: 52.8444015/-1.6513001
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.8477432/-1.6539915
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.8447/-1.6486875
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.8408777/-1.6582284
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 52.844121/-1.6476464
Leisure: playground
Lat/Long: 52.8453329/-1.6479609
Pub
The Spread Eagle
Addr City: Burton-on-Trent
Addr Housename: The Spread Eagle
Addr Postcode: DE13 9BE
Addr Street: Church Road
Addr Village: Rolleston on Dove
Brand: Vintage Inns
Brand Wikidata: Q87067899
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpreadEagleRolleston
Email: spreadeaglerolleston@vintageinn.co.uk
Fhrs Id: 1248049
Food: yes
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 12:00-23:00, Su 12:00-22:30
Phone: +44 1283 813004
Real Ale: yes
Website: https://www.vintageinn.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/thespreadeaglerolleston
Lat/Long: 52.8464928/-1.6508469
Kindergarten
Rolleston Kindergarten
Addr City: Burton-on-Trent
Addr Housenumber: 4
Addr Postcode: DE13 9BZ
Addr Street: The Lawns
Addr Village: Rolleston on Dove
Fhrs Id: 1248281
Lat/Long: 52.8444224/-1.652585
The Co-operative Food
Addr City: Burton-on-Trent
Addr Housenumber: 39
Addr Postcode: DE13 9DN
Addr Street: Burnside
Addr Village: Rolleston on Dove
Brand: The Co-operative Food
Brand Wikidata: Q107617274
Fhrs Id: 1248546
Operator: Central England Co-operative
Operator Wikidata: Q16986583
Shop: supermarket
Website: https://stores.centralengland.coop/staffordshire/burton-on-trent/39-burnside-road
Lat/Long: 52.8441122/-1.6512292
Post Office
Rolleston on Dove Post Office
Addr City: Burton-on-Trent
Addr Housenumber: 35
Addr Postcode: DE13 9DN
Addr Street: Burnside
Addr Village: Rolleston on Dove
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Ref Pol Id: 14395
Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/3932079/rolleston-on-dove
Lat/Long: 52.8442878/-1.6511442
Bus Stop
Marston Lane
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.847005/-1.6542189
Bus Stop
Marston Lane
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C342501
Naptan NaptanCode: stadgwjm
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8471119/-1.6544791
Bus Stop
Spread Eagle Inn PH
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C307500
Naptan NaptanCode: stagpwmd
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8465514/-1.6508246
Bus Stop
Spread Eagle Inn PH
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C307501
Naptan NaptanCode: stadapgj
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8466008/-1.6506502
Bus Stop
Blacksmiths Yard
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C340702
Naptan NaptanCode: stadgwad
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8459549/-1.6504188
Bus Stop
Blacksmiths Yard
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C340701
Naptan NaptanCode: stadgtwt
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8462347/-1.6503793
Bus Stop
Elizabeth Avenue
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C340601
Naptan NaptanCode: stadgtwm
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8448966/-1.651243
Bus Stop
Elizabeth Avenue
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8448416/-1.6510874
Bus Stop
Apple Acres
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8428765/-1.6507387
Bus Stop
Apple Acres
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C340502
Naptan NaptanCode: stadgtwj
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8426367/-1.6504383
Bus Stop
No. 56
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C340301
Naptan NaptanCode: stadgtwa
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8411203/-1.6500387
Bus Stop
No. 56
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.8404593/-1.6496953
Traffic Calming: cushion
Lat/Long: 52.8472095/-1.6551396
Traffic Calming: cushion
Lat/Long: 52.8477309/-1.6563495
Traffic Calming: cushion
Lat/Long: 52.8466524/-1.6512766
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Rolleston Commemoration Hall Club
Emergency: defibrillator
Fixme: Check precise location
Indoor: no
Ref GB The Circuit: 16794B23-84DF-430A-A854-AAFE00F1FD6E
Lat/Long: 52.8457236/-1.6505466
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