Cauldon

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Cauldon

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

Cauldon is a small village located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of Leek, the village is nestled within the picturesque countryside of the Peak District National Park.

Known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, Cauldon offers stunning views of rolling hills, lush green meadows, and charming stone cottages. The village is surrounded by an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, making it a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts.

Cauldon is home to several historical landmarks, including the Grade II listed St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church's architecture showcases a unique blend of Norman and Gothic styles, while its interior features beautiful stained glass windows and intricate woodwork.

The village also boasts a rich industrial heritage, with the Cauldon Canal running through its heart. Constructed in the late 18th century, the canal was once a vital transportation route for the local pottery industry. Today, it offers a peaceful setting for leisurely walks and boat trips.

Despite its small size, Cauldon is well-served by amenities, including a primary school, a pub, and a village hall that hosts various community events. Nearby towns such as Leek and Ashbourne provide additional shopping and dining options.

In summary, Cauldon is a charming village surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, offering a peaceful retreat and a glimpse into Staffordshire's history and heritage.

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Cauldon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.041439/-1.885719 or Grid Reference SK0749. 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 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

Main Road near Cauldon

Looking east with one of the chimneys associated with the cement works visible.

Jonathan Clitheroe

Cauldon - St Mary & St Laurence Church

Colin Park

Brown End Quarry car park

Alex McGregor

Redmorlea Lower Barn

Alex McGregor

Old railway buildings at Waterhouse

C.G.Smith

Election poster

There is a general election on, and I would have expected a great many more posters. But while crossing the southern Pennines, I saw posters only for one candidate in one constituency. That one constituency was scattered with a lot of posters for that candidate. See SK0850 : Election poster for a closeup of the poster

Bob Harvey

Election poster

The election poster seen in SK0850 : Election poster

Bob Harvey

Lay-by on the A523

Dave Thompson

Crowtrees Fields

Mick Garratt

Right turn into Earlsway by the Old Crown Hotel

Richard Law

The Manifold Way not far out of Waterhouses

Roughly 8 miles long, and following the Manifold and Hamps valleys, this path and cycleway takes the line of a former tourist and agricultural railway. It runs from Waterhouses to Hulme End, with facilities for bike hire at the southern end, there are seasonal refreshments at a number of locations (particularly road crossings) and permanent cafes at a couple of spots. The narrow gauge (2'6") Leek and Manifold Valley Light Railway was originally opened in the 1900s, mainly to take milk to the creamery at Ecton, and animals to market, but never really seems to have flourished, and closed again in 1934, the route being handed over to the Staffordshire Council later that decade, and converted to a path around that time.

Richard Law

Old Milepost by the A523, west of Waterhouses

Cast iron post by the A523, in parish of WATERHOUSES (STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS District), between Waterhouses and Winkhill, on the verge, on South side of road. Ashbourne iron bobbin, erected by the Ashbourne to Leek & Congleton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : LEEK / 7 / MILES. : : LONDON 147 MILES : : ASHBN./ 8 / MILES. : Maker:- : JAMES BASSETT ASHBOURNE 1834. : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1037856 Link

Milestone Society National ID: ST_LKAB07.

J Higgins

Old Milepost by the A523, Waterhouses

Cast iron post by the A523, in parish of WATERHOUSES (STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS District), Waterhouses village, At end of footpath by tunnel under former railway bridge, on South side of road. Ashbourne iron bobbin, erected by the Ashbourne to Leek & Congleton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : LEEK / 8 / MILES. : : LONDON 146 MILES. : : ASHBN.. / 7 / MILES : Maker:- : JAMES BASSETT ASHBOURNE 1834. : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1037832 Link

Milestone Society National ID: ST_LKAB08.

J Higgins

Farm buildings

At Papermill Farm on the A523 near Winkhill.

Trevor Harris

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Cauldon is located at Grid Ref: SK0749 (Lat: 53.041439, Lng: -1.885719)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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