Hawksmoor

Heritage Site in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Hawksmoor

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

Hawksmoor, located in Staffordshire, England, is a renowned heritage site that holds great historical and architectural significance. This site is named after the famous British architect, Nicholas Hawksmoor, who designed and oversaw the construction of the monumental structures found here.

Hawksmoor is home to two iconic landmarks: the Hawksmoor Towers and the Hawksmoor Mausoleum. The Hawksmoor Towers are a pair of imposing Gothic towers, standing tall and majestic in the Staffordshire countryside. These towers were built in the early 18th century and served as a grand entrance to the nearby Trentham Hall, a stately home that no longer exists. The towers feature intricate carvings and detailed stonework, showcasing Hawksmoor's exceptional craftsmanship.

The Hawksmoor Mausoleum, another architectural marvel, was built as a final resting place for the wealthy Leveson-Gower family. This neo-classical structure, constructed in the late 18th century, boasts a domed roof, elegant columns, and elaborate sculptures. The mausoleum's interior is adorned with beautiful marble tombs and intricate plasterwork, adding to its grandeur.

Visitors to Hawksmoor can explore the grounds surrounding these structures, taking in the serene beauty of the landscaped gardens and picturesque views of the Staffordshire countryside. The site provides a fascinating glimpse into the architectural prowess of Nicholas Hawksmoor and offers a unique opportunity to appreciate his contributions to British heritage.

Hawksmoor, Staffordshire, is a destination that captivates both history enthusiasts and architecture aficionados alike, providing an enriching experience and a deeper understanding of the country's cultural heritage.

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Hawksmoor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.998/-1.949 or Grid Reference SK0344. 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

Closed railway tunnel and former crossing keeper's cottage

On the former Churnet Valley line in North Staffordshire.

John H Darch

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.

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View from Hawksmoor Reserve (NT)

George Mahoney

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

Oldfurnace

Cottages at Oldfurnace from the footpath to Newton.

Dave Dunford

Newton

Newly renovated cottages in the local pink stone. Newton is a cluster of cottages set back from the road down a gravelled track.

Dave Dunford

Oldfurnace

Ford on the track to Dimmingsdale, with the chimneys of Oldfurnace beyond the hedge.

Dave Dunford

Greendale Cottages

Right on the eastern edge of the square (in fact the far end of the terrace is in SK0443). A plaque on the end wall reads "These cottages built for brass and copper workers were given to the National Trust in 1987 by the late Mrs. M. C. Aldridge who loved Hawksmoor and the surrounding countryside". There is also a Victorian postbox in the wall.

Dave Dunford

Barn at Greendale Farm

From Greendale Lane, on the very eastern edge of the square.

Dave Dunford

Interior of Oakamoor Church

Geoff Pick

Geocache stash and landscape

This is a picture taken after finding a geocache, a new and fantastic hobby discovered after submitting pictures to this site. The picture shows the field and side of forest shown on the map. The tupperware box is what we found buried about 100 yards away. Get out there and get geo - "graphing" and "caching"!

Richard cattel

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Hawksmoor is located at Grid Ref: SK0344 (Lat: 52.998, Lng: -1.949)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire