Sally Harding's Valley

Valley in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Sally Harding's Valley

'Graves Distancing' German Gravestones, at the German Military Cemetery, Cannock Chase, Cannock.
'Graves distancing' refers to the space between the gravestones and the rows.
While the gravestones themselves are of the same size, they are not all level.
The area of the rows of gravestones are on a slope, which lead down to a path.
'Graves Distancing' Credit: D M Wilmot

Sally Harding's Valley, located in Staffordshire, England, is a picturesque village nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green countryside. With a population of approximately 1,500 residents, it offers a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere for its inhabitants.

Valley is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, boasting breathtaking landscapes that attract nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. The village is surrounded by expansive fields and woodlands, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking. The nearby River Trent also adds to the charm, offering scenic walks along its banks.

The heart of Valley is its quaint village center, which is adorned with charming cottages, traditional pubs, and local shops. The community takes pride in preserving its heritage, evident in the well-maintained historic buildings that dot the streets. The parish church, St. Mary's, stands as a prominent landmark and is a testament to the village's long-standing history.

Residents of Valley benefit from a range of amenities and services. The village boasts a primary school, a medical center, and a post office, catering to the needs of families and individuals. Additionally, the nearby market town of Stafford provides further access to a wider range of facilities, including secondary schools, shopping centers, and recreational facilities.

Despite its idyllic rural setting, Valley is well-connected to major transport links. The village lies in close proximity to the A51 and A34 roads, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The Stafford railway station, just a short drive away, offers regular train services to major cities such as Birmingham and Manchester.

In conclusion, Sally Harding's Valley is a charming village in Staffordshire, offering a tranquil and picturesque setting amidst stunning natural landscapes. With its close-knit community, historic charm, and convenient amenities, it provides an ideal place for residents seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

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Sally Harding's Valley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.750035/-2.0381802 or Grid Reference SJ9716. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

'Graves Distancing' German Gravestones, at the German Military Cemetery, Cannock Chase, Cannock.
'Graves distancing' refers to the space between the gravestones and the rows.
While the gravestones themselves are of the same size, they are not all level.
The area of the rows of gravestones are on a slope, which lead down to a path.
'Graves Distancing'
German Gravestones, at the German Military Cemetery, Cannock Chase, Cannock. 'Graves distancing' refers to the space between the gravestones and the rows. While the gravestones themselves are of the same size, they are not all level. The area of the rows of gravestones are on a slope, which lead down to a path.
'Turn right along the track' The Heart of England Way at Brocton Field, Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'Turn right along the track'
The Heart of England Way at Brocton Field, Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
Flowering heather, Cannock Chase The heathland west of Sher Brook.
Flowering heather, Cannock Chase
The heathland west of Sher Brook.
'You reach a fingerpost at the bottom of the slope' Bridleway descending east towards Sher Brook. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'You reach a fingerpost at the bottom of the slope'
Bridleway descending east towards Sher Brook. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
Sher Brook, at the stepping stones Looking upstream [locally south].
Sher Brook, at the stepping stones
Looking upstream [locally south].
'Take the stepping stones over Sher Brook' Hardly necessary when the water level is this low. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'Take the stepping stones over Sher Brook'
Hardly necessary when the water level is this low. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'The left-hand path around the edge of the pine plantation' On the east bank of Sher Brook. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'The left-hand path around the edge of the pine plantation'
On the east bank of Sher Brook. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'Walk straight on up the hill' Bridleway on the boundary of a pine plantation. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'Walk straight on up the hill'
Bridleway on the boundary of a pine plantation. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
Bridleway on northern boundary of a pine plantation Looking west, towards the valley of Sher Brook.
Bridleway on northern boundary of a pine plantation
Looking west, towards the valley of Sher Brook.
'Ascend the hill following ... the Staffordshire Way' The western side of Sherbrook valley, Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
'Ascend the hill following ... the Staffordshire Way'
The western side of Sherbrook valley, Cannock Chase. The quote comes from Staffordshire County Council's 'Cannock Chase Circular Walk'.
Staffordshire Way, Cannock Chase Descending Sherbrook Banks.
Staffordshire Way, Cannock Chase
Descending Sherbrook Banks.
Glacial Boulder and Trigpoint, Cannock Chase Set upon a pedestal of Triassic pebbles, the boulder is of Granite which is out of place here on the Moorlands of South Staffordshire, there being no granite outcrops anywhere in the Midlands. The boulder has been matched however, to the intrusive rock outcrop at Cniffel in Dumfries & Galloway, which is over 170 miles (280km) away from the Chase in the Southern Uplands of Scotland. This granite 'erratic' is marked on the OS map as the "Glacial Boulder", which gives some idea how it got here. The boulder was ripped from its parent mountain sometime during the last Ice-Age, and was transported by glacial action to its present location, the journey perhaps taking ten-thousand years during which the edges of the rock were worn down, giving its present rounded appearance.
Glacial Boulder and Trigpoint, Cannock Chase
Set upon a pedestal of Triassic pebbles, the boulder is of Granite which is out of place here on the Moorlands of South Staffordshire, there being no granite outcrops anywhere in the Midlands. The boulder has been matched however, to the intrusive rock outcrop at Cniffel in Dumfries & Galloway, which is over 170 miles (280km) away from the Chase in the Southern Uplands of Scotland. This granite 'erratic' is marked on the OS map as the "Glacial Boulder", which gives some idea how it got here. The boulder was ripped from its parent mountain sometime during the last Ice-Age, and was transported by glacial action to its present location, the journey perhaps taking ten-thousand years during which the edges of the rock were worn down, giving its present rounded appearance.
Horse riding on Sherbrook Banks
Horse riding on Sherbrook Banks
Timber stacks The results of recent tree cutting.
Timber stacks
The results of recent tree cutting.
Peace stone This stone, inscribed "INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF PEACE 1986", sits on the edge of an area called "The Peace Vista", between the Commonwealth and German war cemeteries.
Peace stone
This stone, inscribed "INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF PEACE 1986", sits on the edge of an area called "The Peace Vista", between the Commonwealth and German war cemeteries.
Bremen Stone The Bremen Stone commemorates the planting of 25 oak trees at the German war cemetery in 1987.
Bremen Stone
The Bremen Stone commemorates the planting of 25 oak trees at the German war cemetery in 1987.
Freda's Grave, Brockton, Cannock Chase A marble memorial for the mascot of the New Zealand Rifle Brigade, Freda was a Harlequin Great Dane dog who died on Cannock Chase in 1918.  

The Grave was replaced in 1964 after being vandalised and again in 2001.
Freda's Grave, Brockton, Cannock Chase
A marble memorial for the mascot of the New Zealand Rifle Brigade, Freda was a Harlequin Great Dane dog who died on Cannock Chase in 1918. The Grave was replaced in 1964 after being vandalised and again in 2001.
Cannock Chase - Military Cemetery This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic.
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Cannock Chase - Military Cemetery
This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. LinkExternal link
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Sally Harding's Valley is located at Grid Ref: SJ9716 (Lat: 52.750035, Lng: -2.0381802)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.750035,-2.0381802
Parking
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Lat/Long: 52.7521361/-2.032338
Bus Stop
Chase Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C719700
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Chase Road
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan Landmark: Chase Rd
Naptan Street: Camp Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7538995/-2.0367398
Parking
Parking: surface
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.75182/-2.0359078
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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