Great Haywood

Settlement in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Great Haywood

Cottage by Colwich Lock in Staffordshire Colwich Lock (No 21) is on the Trent and Mersey Canal near Little Haywood. A public footpath crosses the bridge here. — Cottage by Colwich Lock in Staffordshire Credit: Roger D Kidd

Great Haywood is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles north-west of Stafford, it lies on the banks of the picturesque Trent and Mersey Canal. With a population of around 1,400 residents, it is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting.

The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Roman era. Today, it retains much of its charm and character, with a range of period buildings and traditional cottages lining its streets. The All Saints Church, a Grade II listed building, is a prominent feature in the village and dates back to the 13th century.

Great Haywood is a popular destination for boating enthusiasts, offering easy access to the canal network. The nearby Great Haywood Marina provides moorings and services for both leisure and residential boats. The canal also attracts visitors seeking leisurely walks or bike rides along its towpaths, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Amenities in the village include a primary school, a post office, a village store, and a pub, which serves as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Great Haywood is also home to Shugborough Estate, a National Trust property that encompasses a stately home with beautiful gardens and parkland. The estate offers a glimpse into the region's history and provides a range of activities and events throughout the year.

Overall, Great Haywood is a picturesque and peaceful village, offering a perfect blend of rural beauty and historical significance. Its proximity to the canal and the stunning Staffordshire countryside makes it a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat.

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Cottage by Colwich Lock in Staffordshire

Colwich Lock (No 21) is on the Trent and Mersey Canal near Little Haywood. A public footpath crosses the bridge here.

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Cottage and canal bridge near Colwich in Staffordshire

Colwich Lock (No 21) is on the Trent and Mersey Canal near Little Haywood. A public footpath crosses the bridge here.

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Colwich Bridge near Little Haywood in Staffordshire

Bridge No 72 across the Trent and Mersey Canal is immediately below Colwich Lock. Notice the turbulence in the water below the bridge. The lock paddles have bee raised, and water is gushing through. A narrowboat will emerge very soon. SK0021 : Colwich Bridge near Little Haywood in Staffordshire The Trent and Mersey Canal is 93.5 miles in length from Derwent Mouth to Preston Brook. The first sod was cut by Josiah Wedgwood in July 1766 at Middleport (Stoke-on-Trent). The eastern section between Derwent Mouth and Shugborough (the junction with the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal) was already operational by 1770 and the whole canal through to Preston Brook, where it linked with the Bridgewater Canal was open for business by 1777. James Brindley was the engineer until his death in 1772.

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Colwich Lock and Bridge in Staffordshire

Colwich Bridge is No 71 across the Trent and Mersey Canal. It carries a farm track and public footpath. The Lock is No 21 and provides a rise (or fall) of 6ft 6in (two metres). There is turbulence below the bridge because the paddles have been raised to drain the lock. An approaching boat is in the lock, and a boat is waiting to use it.

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Terraced cottages in Little Haywood, Staffordshire

The cottages are by Main Street, and are seen here from the canal below Colwich Lock.

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Narrowboat leaving Colwich Lock in Staffordshire

Colwich Bridge is No 71 across the Trent and Mersey Canal near Little Haywood. It carries a farm track and public footpath. The Lock is No 21 and provides a rise (or fall) of 6ft 6in (two metres). 'Just Heaven' is leaving the lock very carefully.

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Canal at Colwich Lock in Staffordshire

Looking south-east towards Rugeley, this is the Trent and Mersey Canal at Colwich Lock (No 21) and Colwich Lock Bridge (No 71).

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Canalside grazing near Little Haywood in Staffordshire

Trent and Mersey Canal.

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Canalside grazing near Little Haywood in Staffordshire

Trent and Mersey Canal.

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Canalside pasture near Little Haywood in Staffordshire

This is the Trent and Mersey Canal, looking east-south-east towards Rugeley and Fradley Junction.

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Pasture south-west of Little Haywood in Staffordshire

Looking north-west from the canal near Meadow Lane Bridge, No 72. The West Coast Main Line (Trent Valley) is on an embankment, heading for Stoke-on-Trent.

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