Cossall Common

Downs, Moorland in Nottinghamshire Broxtowe

England

Cossall Common

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston A view towards the main entrance to the cemetery — Park Cemetery, Ilkeston Credit: Francis Dolman

Cossall Common is a picturesque area located in Nottinghamshire, England. Situated in the district of Broxtowe, this beautiful common is known for its diverse landscape consisting of downs and moorland. Spanning approximately 500 acres, it offers a tranquil and serene environment for visitors to explore and enjoy.

The common is characterized by its rolling hills, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The downs are covered in lush green grass, which provides excellent grazing grounds for livestock and attracts a variety of wildlife. Visitors can often spot rabbits, hares, and various bird species as they wander through the common.

The moorland areas of Cossall Common are equally as captivating. Here, visitors can find heather and gorse, which add a burst of color to the landscape. The moorland is interspersed with patches of marshy ground, creating a unique and diverse habitat for various plants and animals.

The common is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and picnickers alike, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. There are several footpaths and trails that crisscross the common, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace.

Cossall Common is not only a haven for nature lovers but also holds historical significance. The area has ancient origins and is believed to have been an important site during prehistoric times. The remains of a Roman road can also be found nearby, adding to the area's historical charm.

Overall, Cossall Common is a hidden gem in Nottinghamshire, offering a unique blend of downs and moorland, stunning vistas, and a rich history.

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Cossall Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.984168/-1.2877523 or Grid Reference SK4743. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston A view towards the main entrance to the cemetery

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

A view towards the main entrance to the cemetery

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Park Cemetery, Ilkeston

Nottingham Canal near Cossall Common

Nottingham Canal near Cossall Common

Nottingham Canal near Cossall Marsh

Nottingham Canal near Cossall Marsh

Pegasus Crossing on Shilo Way A dedicated road crossing for horse riders, complete with high-level push buttons to avoid the need to dismount.

Pegasus Crossing on Shilo Way

A dedicated road crossing for horse riders, complete with high-level push buttons to avoid the need to dismount.

Nottingham Canal near Cossall Marsh Here, looking towards a small side branch. There is a low-level wooden footbridge just out of sight to the left.

Nottingham Canal near Cossall Marsh

Here, looking towards a small side branch. There is a low-level wooden footbridge just out of sight to the left.

New ramps to Bennerley Viaduct Park of a major refurbishment of the viaduct as a walking and cycling route.

New ramps to Bennerley Viaduct

Park of a major refurbishment of the viaduct as a walking and cycling route.

Stenson's Lock

Stenson's Lock

The Rutland Cottage

The Rutland Cottage

The Erewash Valley Trail The canal to the right which is almost completely overgrown is what remains of the Nottingham Canal.

The Erewash Valley Trail

The canal to the right which is almost completely overgrown is what remains of the Nottingham Canal.

Church Lane Church Lane as it goes through Cossall is a very twisty road and the road works on it do not help traffic flow.

Church Lane

Church Lane as it goes through Cossall is a very twisty road and the road works on it do not help traffic flow.

Coronation Road To the left are industrial buildings, to the right are some houses and fields.

Coronation Road

To the left are industrial buildings, to the right are some houses and fields.

Awsworth Lane Awsworth Lane at this point is just on the edge of the village of the same name.

Awsworth Lane

Awsworth Lane at this point is just on the edge of the village of the same name.

Station Road Though it is called Station Road there does not appear to be any station nearby.

Station Road

Though it is called Station Road there does not appear to be any station nearby.

Robinettes Lane Robinettes Lane is a cul-de-sac lane leading to a farm.

Robinettes Lane

Robinettes Lane is a cul-de-sac lane leading to a farm.

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Cossall Common is located at Grid Ref: SK4743 (Lat: 52.984168, Lng: -1.2877523)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Broxtowe

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.984168,-1.2877523

Bus Stop

Church Lane

Bus: yes

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Public Transport: platform

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Bus Stop

Church Lane

Bus: yes

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Bus Stop

Awsworth Lane

Both Ways: yes

Bus: yes

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Bus Stop

Awsworth Lane

Bus: yes

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Public Transport: platform

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Bus Stop

Newtons Lane

Bus: yes

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Naptan Bearing: N

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Naptan Indicator: opp

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Naptan Street: Awsworth Lane

Naptan Verified: yes

Public Transport: platform

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Source: naptan_import

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Bus Stop

Awsworth Lane

Bus: yes

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Public Transport: platform

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Crossing

Crossing: traffic_signals

Crossing Ref: pegasus

Horse: yes

Lat/Long: 52.9828575/-1.2905472

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:30

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: NG16 36

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 52.9836551/-1.2844964

Telephone

Booth: KX100

Source: survey

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Entrance: main

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Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 52.9883958/-1.2866984

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 12:00

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: NG16 39

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Source: survey

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Crossing

Crossing: uncontrolled

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Crossing

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Kerb: lowered

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Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.9866906/-1.2895904

Cossall Marsh

Place: neighbourhood

Source: local_knowledge

Lat/Long: 52.9818159/-1.2839734

Maxheight: 14'9"

Note: No metric height displayed

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 52.9806179/-1.2873544

Greenfingers @ Trinity Farm

Addr Postcode: NG16 2RZ

Addr Street: Awsworth Lane

Shop: florist

Source: survey

Source Addr: interpolation

Website: https://greenfingersshop.co.uk/

Lat/Long: 52.9868601/-1.2836239

Bench

Lat/Long: 52.9808388/-1.2863221

Erewash Valley Trail - Cossall - Millennium Park

Information: board

Source: survey

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 52.9808774/-1.2862745

Speed Camera

Direction: 230

Maxspeed: 30 mph

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 52.9814715/-1.2854489

Fixme: Continues

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Speed Camera

Source: survey

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Source: survey

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Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.983791/-1.2870472

Barrier: kissing_gate

Source: survey

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Fixme: continue

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Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.9837929/-1.2873753

Waste Basket

Lat/Long: 52.9808463/-1.2862969

Cossall Parish Council

Advertising: board

Board Type: notice

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 52.9808439/-1.286303

Erewash Valley Trail - Newtons Lane, Awsworth

Information: board

Source: survey

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 52.9856149/-1.2921394

The Iron Giant of the Erewash Valley

Description: The Bennerley Viaduct

Information: board

Source: survey

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 52.9855475/-1.2921039

Waste Basket

Lat/Long: 52.9827882/-1.2903611

Crossing

Crossing: traffic_signals

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Generator Method: photovoltaic

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Bicycle Parking

Capacity: 4

Covered: no

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Bench

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Bench

Lat/Long: 52.9801826/-1.2861943

Bench

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Kindergarten

Phoenix Kindergarten

Addr City: Nottingham

Addr Housename: The Old Orchard

Addr Housenumber: 83

Addr Postcode: NG16 2SA

Addr Street: Awsworth Lane

Addr Village: Cossall

Fhrs Id: 1438867

Note: Approx location, suspect is a forest school

Website: https://phoenixkindergarten.org.uk/

Lat/Long: 52.9854875/-1.284848

Newtons Lane Cossall

Material: wood

Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution

Operator Wikidata: Q7988183

Power: pole

Ref: 870616

Transformer: yes

Voltage: 11000

Lat/Long: 52.9855741/-1.2921787

Bench

Lat/Long: 52.9878254/-1.2836838

Waste Basket

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Cossall Parish Council

Board Type: notice

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 52.9876954/-1.2837482

Bench

Lat/Long: 52.9856262/-1.2843771

Addr Housenumber: 53

Addr Street: Awsworth Lane

Lat/Long: 52.9840014/-1.287284

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.983766/-1.2873249

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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