Cotton, Upper

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Cotton, Upper

View from Ellastone Road at Windy Harbour Looking north east with the low buildings of Moorend Farm in the centre ahead. A plume of smoke is coming from the cement works at Cauldon with its enormous limestone quarry eating up Cauldon Low - the high area to the right of the shot. On the left emerging from behind a tree is the row of cottages on Stony Lane, Moorend which are also seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2966784">SK0648 : Terraced houses at Stony Lane, Moorend</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4458833">SK0648 : Terraced houses on Stony Lane</a> — View from Ellastone Road at Windy Harbour Credit: Trevor Harris

Cotton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the Upper division of the county, it is nestled within the scenic countryside, offering a picturesque setting for its residents and visitors. The village is part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

Cotton is known for its rich history, dating back to medieval times. The village is home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including St. John the Baptist Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 12th century. The church's impressive architecture and beautiful stained glass windows make it a popular attraction for history enthusiasts.

The community in Cotton is tight-knit and friendly, with a population of around 500 people. The village offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an ideal place for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city living.

Despite its small size, Cotton has a range of amenities to cater to its residents. There is a local pub, The Cotton Arms, which serves traditional British fare and acts as a social hub for the community. Additionally, the village has a primary school, providing education for the local children.

For those looking to explore the surrounding area, Cotton offers easy access to the nearby attractions of the Staffordshire Moorlands. The beautiful Peak District National Park is just a short drive away, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

In conclusion, Cotton, Upper, Staffordshire is a charming village with a rich history and a welcoming community. Its peaceful setting and proximity to nature make it an attractive destination for both residents and visitors alike.

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Cotton, Upper Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.028271/-1.92121 or Grid Reference SK0547. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from Ellastone Road at Windy Harbour

Looking north east with the low buildings of Moorend Farm in the centre ahead. A plume of smoke is coming from the cement works at Cauldon with its enormous limestone quarry eating up Cauldon Low - the high area to the right of the shot. On the left emerging from behind a tree is the row of cottages on Stony Lane, Moorend which are also seen in SK0648 : Terraced houses at Stony Lane, Moorend and SK0648 : Terraced houses on Stony Lane

Trevor Harris

Waymarker Stone and Stile at Windyway Cross

On Staffordshire footpath Cotton 32 looking SE, the view NW is SK0548 : Footpath junction near the standing / guide stone. The Stone was used as a guide to the packhorse route over dryer ground, explained in Link

. Copper was transported from Ecton to the smelting works at Whiston Link

which became disused around 1880/98. Milestone Society National ID: ST_XIPS

Louise Marsden

Grazing Land on Ipstones Edge

Looking towards Black Heath from a spot close to the old copper route waymarker stone. The views from Ipstones Edge are outstanding and the Welsh mountains can be discerned on a good day.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Waymarker Stone at Windywaycross

This impressive stone stands at 8 feet high and was originally used to guide pack horse trains over drier ground from the copper mines at Ecton to the smelting works at Whiston. It was more cost effective to bring the copper ore to Whiston, where coal for smelting was available from the Foxt and Kingsley coalfields than to transport coal to the Ecton Copper Mine, as it took about four tons of coal to smelt one ton of copper ore. The white gable end of Windywaycross House can be deciphered in the distance to the left of the stone.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Road Junction Overlooking Cauldon

The Casey is seen joining Ellastone Road here with Cauldon Low on the horizon. The dwelling on the right is Moorland Cottage.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Telephone Box and Notice Board at Moorend

Located on Stoney Lane at the western edge of the grid square.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Standing stone and sheep

opposite The Cross public house at Hoften's Cross near Cauldon. Not marked on the map but the stone may well be Bronze Age or thereabouts.

Roger W Haworth

Whiston Hall

Hotel and golf club house, in Whiston. "This fine example of a Victorian hall was built in 1850. The residence and estate was owned, founded and lovingly restored by Mr. Tom Cooper" Link

Roger W Haworth

St. Mark the Evangelist, Foxt

The village of Foxt sits high above the Churnet valley in North Staffordshire. St. Mark the Evangelist is the church in the village.

Ian Calderwood

Entrance to Trubshaw's Tunnel

Trubshaw's Tunnel was dug for the 1847 Caldon Low railway. The railway was a self-acting inclined plane, where empty wagons travelling upward were attached by a cable via a brake drum at the top of the plane to wagons loaded with limestone travelling downwards.

Ian Calderwood

Oldridge

Oldridge / Oldridge Farm

Ian Calderwood

Whiston Village Hall

The village hall looks to be quite new and has extensive views from its high location overlooking the Staffordshire moorlands towards Cheadle.

Mike Bardill

Moneystone

Moneystone is a quiet hamlet high up on the moors near Oakamoor. This view looks idyllic and it is hard to believe that just a short way down the road is a massive and very busy sandstone quarry with streams of trucks thundering along the little lanes.

Mike Bardill

Cauldon Lowe

This is the main street through Cauldon Lowe village. The village is set high up on the Staffordshire moorlands. Just over the road to the north are the massive Cauldonlow limestone quarries.

Mike Bardill

Industrial Units at Moorside near Cauldon Lowe

These industrial units are at Moorside near the village of Cauldon Lowe in the Staffordshire moorlands. The high location enjoys extensive views over the moorlands towards Cheadle.

Mike Bardill

Lane Head Farm

Lane Head farm at Lanehead just off the A52 between Ashbourne and Leek in the Staffordshire moorlands.

Mike Bardill

Town Head

A view over the hamlet of Town Head taken from just above Gorstycroft.

Mike Bardill

Windywaycross

This view is taken looking to the east from Windywaycross. This location is high up on the Staffordshire moorlands. In the distance can be seen some of the buildings and the scar of the massive Cauldonlow limestone quarries.

Mike Bardill

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Cotton, Upper is located at Grid Ref: SK0547 (Lat: 53.028271, Lng: -1.92121)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire