Finneylane

Heritage Site in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Finneylane

Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Credit: Roger Kidd

Finneylane, located in Staffordshire, is a renowned heritage site that has attracted visitors from all over the world. This historic location holds significant cultural and historical importance due to its well-preserved architecture and fascinating past.

The area is known for its picturesque landscapes and charming countryside. Finneylane is surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills, and a tranquil atmosphere that offers a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The site's natural beauty is further enhanced by the presence of a nearby river, which adds to the overall charm and tranquility of the area.

One of the main attractions of Finneylane is its collection of well-maintained historic buildings, some of which date back several centuries. These structures showcase the architectural styles and craftsmanship of the past, providing visitors with a glimpse into the region's rich heritage. Additionally, the site boasts beautifully landscaped gardens that further enhance the visitor experience.

The heritage site also offers a range of amenities and facilities to cater to the needs of its visitors. These include guided tours, interactive exhibitions, and educational programs that provide insights into the history and cultural significance of the area. Moreover, there are several cafes and shops in the vicinity where visitors can relax and purchase souvenirs.

Overall, Finneylane in Staffordshire is a must-visit destination for those interested in immersing themselves in history and natural beauty. Its well-preserved architecture, stunning landscapes, and cultural significance make it an ideal heritage site to explore and appreciate.

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Finneylane Images

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Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Buildings at Cliff Farm seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Farm buildings south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Buildings at Cliff Farm seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Railway trackside south-east of Leek, Staffordshire A public footpath crosses the line here near Cliff Farm.

The preserved Churnet Valley Railway operates steam and diesel (sometimes both!) locomotives to haul trains between Kingsley and Froghall Station to Cheddleton, and sometimes beyond to Ipstones. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Railway trackside south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
A public footpath crosses the line here near Cliff Farm. The preserved Churnet Valley Railway operates steam and diesel (sometimes both!) locomotives to haul trains between Kingsley and Froghall Station to Cheddleton, and sometimes beyond to Ipstones. LinkExternal link
Farmland by the railway near Bradnop, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train approaching the footpath crossing near Cliff Farm.

The preserved Churnet Valley Railway operates steam and diesel (sometimes both!) locomotives to haul trains between Kingsley and Froghall Station to Cheddleton, and sometimes beyond to Ipstones. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.churnet-valley-railway.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Farmland by the railway near Bradnop, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train approaching the footpath crossing near Cliff Farm. The preserved Churnet Valley Railway operates steam and diesel (sometimes both!) locomotives to haul trains between Kingsley and Froghall Station to Cheddleton, and sometimes beyond to Ipstones. LinkExternal link
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire A telephoto assisted image taken from a passing railway train near Bradnop.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
A telephoto assisted image taken from a passing railway train near Bradnop.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking south-west from near Longshaw Farm.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking south-west from near Longshaw Farm.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking south-west from near Longshaw Farm.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking south-west from near Longshaw Farm.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Looking at land by Wildgoose Farm on a very gloomy morning, seen from a passing Churnet Valley Railway train.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Looking at land by Wildgoose Farm on a very gloomy morning, seen from a passing Churnet Valley Railway train.
Coombes Valley RSPB Visitor centre A well appointed visitor centre with very good toilets. It stands on the edge of the Coombes Valley RSPB Nature reserve which is a well wooded valley that makes for a very good quiet walk with chances of seeing three kinds of deer and many different birds. When we were there the fungi were out in profusion.
Coombes Valley RSPB Visitor centre
A well appointed visitor centre with very good toilets. It stands on the edge of the Coombes Valley RSPB Nature reserve which is a well wooded valley that makes for a very good quiet walk with chances of seeing three kinds of deer and many different birds. When we were there the fungi were out in profusion.
In the nature reserve A little bit of a meadow near the valley bottom.
In the nature reserve
A little bit of a meadow near the valley bottom.
The Pond in Coombes Valley The pond looked very shallow and the bed of it looked fractured as tough it had completely dried out some time earlier in the year.
The Pond in Coombes Valley
The pond looked very shallow and the bed of it looked fractured as tough it had completely dried out some time earlier in the year.
In the woods Parts of the RSPB reserve is heavily wooded as can be seen in this image.
In the woods
Parts of the RSPB reserve is heavily wooded as can be seen in this image.
A path through the woods The path leads down the hill but is not very clear in this image.
A path through the woods
The path leads down the hill but is not very clear in this image.
A stream in Coombes Valley The stream is running towards me as I stand on the footbridge at the very bottom of Coombes Valley
A stream in Coombes Valley
The stream is running towards me as I stand on the footbridge at the very bottom of Coombes Valley
Looking out of the reserve Looking across a field just outside the Nature Reserve with the woods behind me.
Looking out of the reserve
Looking across a field just outside the Nature Reserve with the woods behind me.
The woods of Coombes Valley Looking across the valley of the RSPB Nature Reserve shows just how heavily wooded the valley is.
The woods of Coombes Valley
Looking across the valley of the RSPB Nature Reserve shows just how heavily wooded the valley is.
Lush farmland Driving towards Apesford Crossing we stopped to take a picture across the fields and hedges of this farm.
Lush farmland
Driving towards Apesford Crossing we stopped to take a picture across the fields and hedges of this farm.
Public right of way up Revedge The right of way follows the right (south east) side of the field boundaries away from the railway line in the middle distance.
Public right of way up Revedge
The right of way follows the right (south east) side of the field boundaries away from the railway line in the middle distance.
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Finneylane is located at Grid Ref: SJ9953 (Lat: 53.078, Lng: -2.007)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 53.078,-2.007
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Lat/Long: 53.0778721/-2.0060103
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Step Count: 1
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Lat/Long: 53.0778348/-2.0059896
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