Cliff, Middle

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Cliff, Middle

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

Cliff is a small village located in the district of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the middle of the county, it lies approximately 7 miles south of the bustling town of Stone and 10 miles north of the historic city of Lichfield.

With a population of just over 500 residents, Cliff is a close-knit community that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside, characterized by rolling hills, green fields, and charming woodland areas. This rural landscape attracts nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, providing ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the natural beauty of the area.

Cliff is renowned for its rich history, dating back to the Anglo-Saxon era. The village features several well-preserved historic buildings, including a beautiful medieval church called St. John the Baptist, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a notable landmark and a testament to the village's heritage.

Although small in size, Cliff has a strong sense of community, with various local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village boasts a primary school, a community hall, and a pub, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and local celebrations.

For amenities and services not available within the village, residents can easily access nearby towns such as Stone or Lichfield, where they can find a wider range of shops, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, Cliff offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Staffordshire's picturesque countryside.

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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
Farm land south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train, this telephoto assisted image shows Wildgoose Farm.
Farm land south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train, this telephoto assisted image shows Wildgoose Farm.
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.
Farmland and woodland south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Farmland and woodland south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway.
Farmland south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking towards Apesford Farm.
Farmland south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking towards Apesford Farm.
Farmland south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking towards Revedge  Farm.
Farmland south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing train on the Churnet Valley Railway, looking towards Revedge Farm.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire The house is by the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road, by the junction with Cook's Lane.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
The house is by the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road, by the junction with Cook's Lane.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing railway train, the large house on the right is by the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road, by the junction with Cook's Lane.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing railway train, the large house on the right is by the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road, by the junction with Cook's Lane.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire Seen from a passing railway train, the large house on the right is by the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road, by the junction with Cook's Lane.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
Seen from a passing railway train, the large house on the right is by the A523 Leek to Ashbourne road, by the junction with Cook's Lane.
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire These grass fields were seen from a passing railway train near Longshaw Farm,
Pasture south-east of Leek, Staffordshire
These grass fields were seen from a passing railway train near Longshaw Farm,
Farm buildings near Bradnop, Staffordshire This view of buildings and the yard at Longshaw farm was taken from a passing railway train.
Farm buildings near Bradnop, Staffordshire
This view of buildings and the yard at Longshaw farm was taken from a passing railway train.
Railway at Bradnop, Staffordshire This is looking back (south-east) at the bridge at Bradnop. The train is being pulled on the return to Froghall by a diesel unit which helped the small green Polish steam locomotive haul it up the gradient to Ipstones by pushing from the rear.
The line is currently being used as far as the former Ipstones Station by the Churnet Valley Railway Company, but is currently owned by the Moorland and City Railways Company, with plans to reopen lines as far as Leek and Stoke, and agreements likely that CVR will have access to all of its tracks.
Railway at Bradnop, Staffordshire
This is looking back (south-east) at the bridge at Bradnop. The train is being pulled on the return to Froghall by a diesel unit which helped the small green Polish steam locomotive haul it up the gradient to Ipstones by pushing from the rear. The line is currently being used as far as the former Ipstones Station by the Churnet Valley Railway Company, but is currently owned by the Moorland and City Railways Company, with plans to reopen lines as far as Leek and Stoke, and agreements likely that CVR will have access to all of its tracks.
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.
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Cliff, Middle is located at Grid Ref: SK0054 (Lat: 53.08322, Lng: -2.0014522)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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