Lambskin Dale

Valley in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Lambskin Dale

Old Milestone, Threapwood Head Cast iron post by the B5032, in parish of ALTON (STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS District), by hedge, on North side of road. Cochrane iron casting, erected by the County Council in the 20th century.

Inscription reads:-
: ALTON 2½ / DENSTONE 4½ / ELLASTONE 6¼ / ASHBOURNE 11 : : ALTON / PARISH : : CHEADLE 2 :
Maker:- Cochrane &amp; Co, Dudley. :

Milestone Society National ID: ST_ABCD11 — Old Milestone, Threapwood Head Credit: Ivan Clare

Lambskin Dale is a picturesque valley located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated within the Staffordshire Moorlands district, it is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green landscapes, offering a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

The valley is well-known for its natural beauty, with the River Trent meandering through it, adding to the charm and serenity of the area. The river serves as a popular spot for fishing and leisurely walks along its banks, allowing people to immerse themselves in the peacefulness of the surroundings.

Lambskin Dale is also home to an abundance of wildlife, with various species of birds, mammals, and plants thriving in the area. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy spotting local wildlife and exploring the diverse flora and fauna that make the valley their habitat.

The village of Lambskin Dale itself is small and close-knit, with a population of around 500 residents. It boasts a strong sense of community, with a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school serving the needs of the inhabitants. The village is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

In addition to its natural beauty, Lambskin Dale offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. With its serene surroundings and community spirit, Lambskin Dale, Staffordshire, truly embodies the charm and beauty of rural England.

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Lambskin Dale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.986559/-1.9504453 or Grid Reference SK0343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone, Threapwood Head

Cast iron post by the B5032, in parish of ALTON (STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS District), by hedge, on North side of road. Cochrane iron casting, erected by the County Council in the 20th century. Inscription reads:- : ALTON 2½ / DENSTONE 4½ / ELLASTONE 6¼ / ASHBOURNE 11 : : ALTON / PARISH : : CHEADLE 2 : Maker:- Cochrane & Co, Dudley. : Milestone Society National ID: ST_ABCD11

Ivan Clare

Highshutt entrance to Hawksmoor NT

Hawksmoor is an ancient steep-sided oak woodland

Jonathan Hutchins

Path through Hawksmoor NT

Hawksmoor is an ancient steep-sided oak woodland east of Cheadle in Staffordshire towards Oakamoor. It is managed by the National Trust. The habitat attracts specialised bird species such as Wood Warbler and Pied Flycatcher.

Jonathan Hutchins

Car parking for Hawksmoor NT

'Limited parking for approx. 6 cars' states the National Trust website, and this is it. However even more limited off-road parking is possible at Highshutt further west outside the entrance shown here Link

Jonathan Hutchins

Path through Hawksmoor NT

Jonathan Hutchins

Les Oakes's Place

This remarkable structure was built from salvaged materials by scrap dealer Les Oakes. It incorporates doors, windows, and name stones from demolished buildings, and was described as "agricultural" to avoid having to get planning permission. This and other buildings on the site house a vast collection of vintage memorabilia, including horse-drawn vehicles from around the country. Sadly Mr Oakes was killed in a road accident in 2000, but his sons maintain the tradition of the business as "architectural reclamation".

S Parish

Door, Les Oakes's Place

A doorway salvaged from a pub, typical of the material used by scrap dealer Les Oakes to construct a building to house his vast collection of memorabilia. The door leads nowhere.

S Parish

View from Hawksmoor Reserve (NT)

George Mahoney

Dimmingsdale in Autumn

Autumnal leaves cover one of several ponds in Dimmingsdale in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

Phil Eptlett

Country Lane

The Threapwood to Oakamoor road showing the western entrance to Dimmingsdale

Phil Eptlett

Autumn Lane

A country lane near Oakamoor in the Staffordshire Moorlands covered in pine needles.

Phil Eptlett

Croxden Quarry

Freehay. Until a few years ago Counslow Road ran more or less level from the photographer's position to the top of the far cliff (a point about one third of the picture width from the left hand edge). The current Multimap aerial image Link

shows the road intact and the new Counslow Road being constructed in a sweeping curve to the west and north. The new road opened in 2000 at a cost of £2 million. Since then Tarmac, the quarry operators have carved out this great trench.

Roger W Haworth

Croxden Quarry

in Freehay. From the same viewpoint as SK0241 : Croxden Quarry. The sand and gravel processing plants can be seen in the distance. In the foreground the quarry operators, Tarmac have already started tree planting for the eventual restoration of the site.

Roger W Haworth

Croxden Quarry

near Freehay. In this area the contractors, Tarmac have got no further than removing the overburden. But within the next ten years this area will be dug out to a depth of 30 metres or more. In the foreground there is a curious metal "wall" with a curved top about a metre high. This may well be to keep some species of small furry animal out of the dangerous site.

Roger W Haworth