Gailey Wharf

Settlement in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Gailey Wharf

Rodbaston Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (26 metres). Rodbaston Lock Bridge in the foreground is No 80 and used to be at the end of Gailey Lea Lane. Following construction of the nearby M6 motorway by 1968, the bridge became redundant, though a public footpath still crosses it. — Rodbaston Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire Credit: Roger Kidd

Gailey Wharf is a picturesque village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, this charming hamlet attracts visitors with its tranquil atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings.

The village itself is small, with a population of approximately 500 residents. It exudes a sense of history and charm, with several traditional cottages dotting its landscape. Gailey Wharf is particularly popular among boating enthusiasts, as it offers a base for canal boat trips and a marina for mooring. The marina provides essential services such as fuel, water, and pump-outs, making it a convenient stop for those exploring the canal network.

One of the highlights of Gailey Wharf is the historic pub, The Spread Eagle. Dating back to the 18th century, it offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for both locals and visitors. The pub serves traditional British fare, including classic fish and chips and hearty pies, making it a popular destination for a satisfying meal.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Nature lovers can explore the nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which boasts miles of walking and cycling trails. Gailey Reservoir is also nearby, providing a picturesque spot for fishing and birdwatching.

In summary, Gailey Wharf is a quaint village in Staffordshire that offers a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking a taste of traditional English countryside life.

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Rodbaston Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (26 metres). Rodbaston Lock Bridge in the foreground is No 80 and used to be at the end of Gailey Lea Lane. Following construction of the nearby M6 motorway by 1968, the bridge became redundant, though a public footpath still crosses it.

Rodbaston Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire

Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (26 metres). Rodbaston Lock Bridge in the foreground is No 80 and used to be at the end of Gailey Lea Lane. Following construction of the nearby M6 motorway by 1968, the bridge became redundant, though a public footpath still crosses it.

Canal at Gailey Lock and Bridge, Staffordshire Gailey Top Lock is No 32 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. This is the first of four fairly widely spaced locks. The A5 Watling Street crosses the canal here.

Canal at Gailey Lock and Bridge, Staffordshire

Gailey Top Lock is No 32 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. This is the first of four fairly widely spaced locks. The A5 Watling Street crosses the canal here.

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire The narrowboat is about to move into Brick Kiln Lock, No 33.

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire

The narrowboat is about to move into Brick Kiln Lock, No 33.

Canal at Brick Kiln Lock near Gailey, Staffordshire Brick Kiln Lock is No 33 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey. It is one of four fairly widely spaced locks descending from Gailey Top Lock by Watling Street.

Canal at Brick Kiln Lock near Gailey, Staffordshire

Brick Kiln Lock is No 33 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey. It is one of four fairly widely spaced locks descending from Gailey Top Lock by Watling Street.

Canal at Brick Kiln Lock near Gailey, Staffordshire Looking north-east towards Penkridge, Stafford and Great Haywood Junction (with the Trent and Mersey Canal).
Brick Kiln Lock is No 33 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey. It is one of four fairly widely spaced locks descending from Gailey Top Lock by Watling Street.

Canal at Brick Kiln Lock near Gailey, Staffordshire

Looking north-east towards Penkridge, Stafford and Great Haywood Junction (with the Trent and Mersey Canal). Brick Kiln Lock is No 33 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey. It is one of four fairly widely spaced locks descending from Gailey Top Lock by Watling Street.

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire Looking north-east towards Penkridge, from Brick Kiln Lock, No 33..

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire

Looking north-east towards Penkridge, from Brick Kiln Lock, No 33..

Boggs Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire Boggs Lock is No 34 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (2·6 metres).

Boggs Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire

Boggs Lock is No 34 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (2·6 metres).

Boggs Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire Boggs Lock is No 34 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (2·6 metres).

Boggs Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire

Boggs Lock is No 34 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (2·6 metres).

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey, Staffordshire Looking north towards Penkridge.

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey, Staffordshire

Looking north towards Penkridge.

Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire Looking north towards Penkridge.

Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire

Looking north towards Penkridge.

Moored narrowboats near Gailey in Staffordshire This is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about two miles south of Penkridge. The new wind turbine awaits the fitting of its blades.

Moored narrowboats near Gailey in Staffordshire

This is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about two miles south of Penkridge. The new wind turbine awaits the fitting of its blades.

Narrowboats and a new wind turbine, Staffordshire This is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire. The wind turbine awaits the fitting of its blades, and looks like a giant alien surveillance unit in a sci-fi scenario.
The moorings are near Brick Kiln Lock, No 33.

Narrowboats and a new wind turbine, Staffordshire

This is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Gailey in Staffordshire. The wind turbine awaits the fitting of its blades, and looks like a giant alien surveillance unit in a sci-fi scenario. The moorings are near Brick Kiln Lock, No 33.

Brick Kiln Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire This is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about two miles south of Penkridge. Brick Kiln Lock is No 33. The narrow boat has left the lock, and hadn&#039;t seen me coming or they would not have closed the top gate.

Brick Kiln Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire

This is the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about two miles south of Penkridge. Brick Kiln Lock is No 33. The narrow boat has left the lock, and hadn't seen me coming or they would not have closed the top gate.

Staffordshire pasture with wind turbines near Gailey Looking north-north-east towards Penkridge from Brick Kiln Lock on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. One turbine still awaits the fitting of its blades. The turbines are on Rodbaston College (agriculture) land.

Staffordshire pasture with wind turbines near Gailey

Looking north-north-east towards Penkridge from Brick Kiln Lock on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. One turbine still awaits the fitting of its blades. The turbines are on Rodbaston College (agriculture) land.

Wind turbine under construction The wind turbine near Rodbaston (agricultural) College in Staffordshire awaits the fitting of its blades, and looks more like a giant alien surveillance and laser gun unit in a sci-fi scenario.

Wind turbine under construction

The wind turbine near Rodbaston (agricultural) College in Staffordshire awaits the fitting of its blades, and looks more like a giant alien surveillance and laser gun unit in a sci-fi scenario.

Canal and wind turbine near Rodbaston in Staffordshire This us the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal about two miles south of Penkridge. The wind turbine is newly erected on Rodbaston College land 460 metres to the north.

Canal and wind turbine near Rodbaston in Staffordshire

This us the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal about two miles south of Penkridge. The wind turbine is newly erected on Rodbaston College land 460 metres to the north.

Cattle grazing south of Penkridge in Staffordshire The pasture is by the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The M6 motorway is behind the woodland.

Cattle grazing south of Penkridge in Staffordshire

The pasture is by the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The M6 motorway is behind the woodland.

Rodbaston Lock south of Penkridge in Staffordshire Looking north-east, Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about a mile and a half south of Penkridge.
The M6 motorway is off to the right behind the trees.

Rodbaston Lock south of Penkridge in Staffordshire

Looking north-east, Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about a mile and a half south of Penkridge. The M6 motorway is off to the right behind the trees.

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Gailey Wharf is located at Grid Ref: SJ9210 (Lat: 52.687629, Lng: -2.1197874)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.687629,-2.1197874

Power: tower

Lat/Long: 52.6874129/-2.1134295

Seamark Type: gate

Waterway: lock_gate

Lat/Long: 52.6913004/-2.1195918

Speed Camera

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 52.6910645/-2.1178932

Power: tower

Lat/Long: 52.689485/-2.1154299

Power: tower

Lat/Long: 52.6913789/-2.117184

Seamark Type: gate

Waterway: lock_gate

Lat/Long: 52.6910784/-2.1196744

Water Point

Gailey Water Point

Access: permissive

Centralkey: crt_watermate

Drinking Water: yes

Man Made: water_tap

Operator: Canal and River Trust

Waterway: water_point

Lat/Long: 52.6909884/-2.1198272

Waste Disposal

Lat/Long: 52.6907095/-2.1199905

Parking

Parking: layby

Lat/Long: 52.6909054/-2.117035

Speed Camera

Lat/Long: 52.6914664/-2.1198611

Water Point

Gailey Water Point

Access: permissive

Centralkey: crt_watermate

Drinking Water: yes

Man Made: water_tap

Operator: Canal and River Trust

Waterway: water_point

Lat/Long: 52.6904069/-2.1200292

Water Point

Gailey Water Point

Access: permissive

Centralkey: crt_watermate

Drinking Water: yes

Man Made: water_tap

Operator: Canal and River Trust

Waterway: water_point

Lat/Long: 52.6906616/-2.119949

Sanitary Dump Station

Gailey Elsan Point

Access: customers

Operator: Canal and River Trust

Sanitary Dump Station: yes

Sanitary Dump Station Accepted: black_water

Sanitary Dump Station Basin: yes

Sanitary Dump Station Pump-out: no

Waste: toilet

Waterway: sanitary_dump_station

Lat/Long: 52.6910797/-2.1198579

Fast Food

Greggs

Brand: Greggs

Brand Wikidata: Q3403981

Cuisine: sandwich;bakery

Takeaway: yes

Website: https://www.greggs.co.uk/shop-finder?shop-code=5482

Lat/Long: 52.6917151/-2.1208522

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