Darlaston Park

Downs, Moorland in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Darlaston Park

Hire boats in Stone, Staffordshire This is the Trent and Mersey Canal at Stone. The very distinctive lime green livery of the Canal Cruising Company can be seen on Elinor Ginger and Frances. — Hire boats in Stone, Staffordshire Credit: Roger Kidd

Located in the county of Staffordshire, Darlaston Park is a picturesque natural area that encompasses both downs and moorland. Spanning over a vast expanse of land, this park offers visitors a diverse range of landscapes to explore and enjoy.

As visitors enter Darlaston Park, they are greeted by rolling hills and expansive downs. The downs are characterized by their open grassy areas, providing a perfect setting for picnics and leisurely walks. With its panoramic views, this part of the park is a popular spot for visitors seeking tranquility and a connection with nature.

Moving deeper into the park, visitors will encounter the vast moorland. This area is characterized by its unique flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various species of birds. The moorland offers a sense of wilderness with its rugged terrain and wild beauty.

Darlaston Park is also home to a variety of walking trails, catering to both seasoned hikers and casual strollers. These trails wind through the park, allowing visitors to explore its diverse landscapes and discover hidden gems along the way.

In addition to its natural beauty, Darlaston Park is equipped with various amenities to enhance the visitor experience. These include picnic areas, benches, and toilet facilities, ensuring that visitors can comfortably enjoy their time in the park.

Overall, Darlaston Park is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With its combination of downs and moorland, this park offers a unique and diverse experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.907951/-2.1718713 or Grid Reference SJ8834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hire boats in Stone, Staffordshire This is the Trent and Mersey Canal at Stone. The very distinctive lime green livery of the Canal Cruising Company can be seen on Elinor Ginger and Frances.

Hire boats in Stone, Staffordshire

This is the Trent and Mersey Canal at Stone. The very distinctive lime green livery of the Canal Cruising Company can be seen on Elinor Ginger and Frances.

Boatyard buildings in Stone, Staffordshire This is the Trent and Mersey Canal at Stone above Yard Lock No 28. The Canal Cruising Company operates its lime green liveried hireboat business from here.

Boatyard buildings in Stone, Staffordshire

This is the Trent and Mersey Canal at Stone above Yard Lock No 28. The Canal Cruising Company operates its lime green liveried hireboat business from here.

Frances and Elinor Ginger in Stone, Staffordshire At the base of the long established Canal Cruising Company Limited are two narrowboats in their distinctive lime green livery.
Trent and Mersey Canal.

Frances and Elinor Ginger in Stone, Staffordshire

At the base of the long established Canal Cruising Company Limited are two narrowboats in their distinctive lime green livery. Trent and Mersey Canal.

Dry dock and service wharf in Stone, Staffordshire This is part of the base at the long established Canal Cruising Company Limited above Yard Lock, No 28. Three dry docks are available for hire as well as a fleet of narrowboats. This one is thought to have been built at the same time as Brindley built this section of canal in the 1770s.
Trent and Mersey Canal.

Dry dock and service wharf in Stone, Staffordshire

This is part of the base at the long established Canal Cruising Company Limited above Yard Lock, No 28. Three dry docks are available for hire as well as a fleet of narrowboats. This one is thought to have been built at the same time as Brindley built this section of canal in the 1770s. Trent and Mersey Canal.

Covered dry dock in Stone, Staffordshire Three dry docks are available for hire as well as a fleet of narrowboats at the long established Canal Cruising Company.
Trent and Mersey Canal.

Covered dry dock in Stone, Staffordshire

Three dry docks are available for hire as well as a fleet of narrowboats at the long established Canal Cruising Company. Trent and Mersey Canal.

The Swan Inn in Stone, Staffordshire Built in 1771, the building was originally warehouses servicing the Trent and Mersey Canal wharf. These were converted into a pub in the mid 19th century.

The Swan Inn in Stone, Staffordshire

Built in 1771, the building was originally warehouses servicing the Trent and Mersey Canal wharf. These were converted into a pub in the mid 19th century.

Former warehouses in Stone, Staffordshire These old canal Grade II listed warehouses in Stafford Road have been fully converted to retail, hospitality and office purposes. The Old Swan Inn was transformed into a pub as early as the mid 19th century. Lock Keepers is a hair salon.

Former warehouses in Stone, Staffordshire

These old canal Grade II listed warehouses in Stafford Road have been fully converted to retail, hospitality and office purposes. The Old Swan Inn was transformed into a pub as early as the mid 19th century. Lock Keepers is a hair salon.

Swan Inn pub sign in Stone, Staffordshire The former warehouse was transformed into an inn in the mid 19th century.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6940976">SJ9033 : The Swan Inn in Stone, Staffordshire</a>

Swan Inn pub sign in Stone, Staffordshire

The former warehouse was transformed into an inn in the mid 19th century. SJ9033 : The Swan Inn in Stone, Staffordshire

Station Road in Stone, Staffordshire Looking north-west up Station Road, the Crown and Anchor is on the corner with Newcastle Street. That abandoned purple plastic barrier in Newcastle Street was still there a year later!

Station Road in Stone, Staffordshire

Looking north-west up Station Road, the Crown and Anchor is on the corner with Newcastle Street. That abandoned purple plastic barrier in Newcastle Street was still there a year later!

Crown and Anchor in Stone, Staffordshire The Crown and Anchor is on the corner at the junction of Station Road and Newcastle Street. That abandoned purple plastic barrier in Newcastle Street was still there a year later!

Crown and Anchor in Stone, Staffordshire

The Crown and Anchor is on the corner at the junction of Station Road and Newcastle Street. That abandoned purple plastic barrier in Newcastle Street was still there a year later!

Stone town centre in Staffordshire Looking north-west from High Street, towards Granville Square (by the tree) and Station Road.

Stone town centre in Staffordshire

Looking north-west from High Street, towards Granville Square (by the tree) and Station Road.

Crown Street in Stone, Staffordshire Looking north-west from near Stafford Road, this is part of the A520 one way system in the town centre.

Crown Street in Stone, Staffordshire

Looking north-west from near Stafford Road, this is part of the A520 one way system in the town centre.

Crown Street in Stone, Staffordshire Looking north-west towards the railway station, this is part of the A520 one way system in the town centre.

Crown Street in Stone, Staffordshire

Looking north-west towards the railway station, this is part of the A520 one way system in the town centre.

Star Lock and Stafford Road Bridge in Stone, Staffordshire Looking north-north-east from outside the Star public house. Trent and Mersey Canal.

Star Lock and Stafford Road Bridge in Stone, Staffordshire

Looking north-north-east from outside the Star public house. Trent and Mersey Canal.

Towpath and pub by Star Lock in Stone, Staffordshire Stone Bottom Lock (Star Lock) is No 27 on the Trent and Mersey Canal, and is the first in the Stone flight of five, together proving a rise of 39ft 4in (12 metres). The popular Star Inn is on the left.

Towpath and pub by Star Lock in Stone, Staffordshire

Stone Bottom Lock (Star Lock) is No 27 on the Trent and Mersey Canal, and is the first in the Stone flight of five, together proving a rise of 39ft 4in (12 metres). The popular Star Inn is on the left.

Lockside pub in Stone, Staffordshire Stone Bottom Lock (Star Lock) is No 27 on the Trent and Mersey Canal, and is the first in the Stone flight of five, together proving a rise of 39ft 4in (12 metres). The popular Star Inn is on the left.

Lockside pub in Stone, Staffordshire

Stone Bottom Lock (Star Lock) is No 27 on the Trent and Mersey Canal, and is the first in the Stone flight of five, together proving a rise of 39ft 4in (12 metres). The popular Star Inn is on the left.

Trent and Mersey Canal in Stone, Staffordshire Looking north-west towards Yard Lock and Hospital Bridge, No 94. Joules Court retirement apartments are on the right. Opening in 2007 it was constructed by McCarthy and Stone (Developments) Ltd and comprises 41 properties arranged over 3 floors.

Trent and Mersey Canal in Stone, Staffordshire

Looking north-west towards Yard Lock and Hospital Bridge, No 94. Joules Court retirement apartments are on the right. Opening in 2007 it was constructed by McCarthy and Stone (Developments) Ltd and comprises 41 properties arranged over 3 floors.

Yard Lock No 28 in Stone, Staffordshire There are five locks in the Stone flight, raising (or dropping) the water level by 39ft 4in (12 metres). Yard Lock is the second one up, by Hospital Bridge, No 94.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7095667">SJ9033 : Filling Yard Lock No 28 in Stone, Staffordshire</a>

Yard Lock No 28 in Stone, Staffordshire

There are five locks in the Stone flight, raising (or dropping) the water level by 39ft 4in (12 metres). Yard Lock is the second one up, by Hospital Bridge, No 94. SJ9033 : Filling Yard Lock No 28 in Stone, Staffordshire

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Darlaston Park is located at Grid Ref: SJ8834 (Lat: 52.907951, Lng: -2.1718713)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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