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Coldham

Settlement in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

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Coldham

Gateway to Belvide Reservoir ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Gateway to Belvide Reservoir Credit: Jonathan Hutchins

Coldham is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it lies approximately 5 miles northeast of the town of Stafford. The village is nestled within a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by rolling green hills and fields.

Coldham is known for its tranquil and idyllic atmosphere, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. The village is primarily residential, with a small population of friendly and tight-knit community members. The architecture in Coldham is predominantly traditional, consisting of charming cottages and farmhouses that add to the village's rural charm.

While Coldham is a relatively quiet village, it benefits from its close proximity to Stafford, providing residents with convenient access to a range of amenities and services. The town of Stafford offers a wider selection of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and entertainment options.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking trails and nature reserves nearby. The picturesque Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is also within easy reach, providing ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

In summary, Coldham is a peaceful village in Staffordshire, England, offering a serene and rural lifestyle. With its charming architecture, friendly community, and close proximity to amenities and natural beauty, it is an attractive place for those seeking a tranquil retreat.

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Gateway to Belvide Reservoir ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Gateway to Belvide Reservoir
***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club LinkExternal link Belvide News LinkExternal link Daily bird sightings LinkExternal link
Belvide Reservoir from the west end ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Belvide Reservoir from the west end
***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club LinkExternal link Belvide News LinkExternal link Daily bird sightings LinkExternal link
Doorway on path to Hawkshutts Hide ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Doorway on path to Hawkshutts Hide
***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club LinkExternal link Belvide News LinkExternal link Daily bird sightings LinkExternal link
Hawkshutts Hide ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Hawkshutts Hide
***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club LinkExternal link Belvide News LinkExternal link Daily bird sightings LinkExternal link
View from Hawkshutts Hide The artificial island is intended to attract gulls and terns to nest, as well as being a resting place for passage waders. Sadly the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) had devastating effects on gull and tern populations in the UK in 2023, and all the Black-headed Gulls nesting on this island had abandoned their nests by mid-April, with 3 freshly dead birds noted.
View from Hawkshutts Hide
The artificial island is intended to attract gulls and terns to nest, as well as being a resting place for passage waders. Sadly the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) had devastating effects on gull and tern populations in the UK in 2023, and all the Black-headed Gulls nesting on this island had abandoned their nests by mid-April, with 3 freshly dead birds noted.
Track to Hawkshutts Farm This track running south from Watling Street (A5) to Hawkshutts Farm is also the route of a public bridleway. Belvide Reservoir bird reserve lies off to the right of the photo.
Track to Hawkshutts Farm
This track running south from Watling Street (A5) to Hawkshutts Farm is also the route of a public bridleway. Belvide Reservoir bird reserve lies off to the right of the photo.
Track to Hawkshutts Farm This track running south from Watling Street (A5) to Hawkshutts Farm is also the route of a public bridleway. Belvide Reservoir bird reserve lies off to the left of the photo.
Track to Hawkshutts Farm
This track running south from Watling Street (A5) to Hawkshutts Farm is also the route of a public bridleway. Belvide Reservoir bird reserve lies off to the left of the photo.
Belvide Reservoir from the west end ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Belvide Reservoir from the west end
***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club LinkExternal link Belvide News LinkExternal link Daily bird sightings LinkExternal link
Looking across to the Hawkshutts Hide ***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk/belvide-reserve/4587485182">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> Belvide News <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://belvidenews.wordpress.com">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> Daily bird sightings <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/Belvide84/">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>
Looking across to the Hawkshutts Hide
***Access to the site is restricted to members and permit holders of the West Midland Bird Club*** Belvide is a 180-acre canal feeder reservoir constructed in 1834 to supply the nearby Shropshire Union Canal. Birdwatching interest in the site did not awaken until the 1920s, but it is now regarded as one of the top sites in the Midlands. Owned by the Canal & Rivers Trust (formerly British Waterways), the site is leased to and managed by the West Midland Bird Club. It is scheduled as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) under the stewardship of Natural England. Integral to the reserve is a 3 ha tract of broad-leaved woodland which is owned by the Club. Websites: West Midland Bird Club LinkExternal link Belvide News LinkExternal link Daily bird sightings LinkExternal link
House on Offoxey Road, Bishops Wood
House on Offoxey Road, Bishops Wood
Housing Association Bungalows, Bishops Wood
Housing Association Bungalows, Bishops Wood
Farm Post Box The post box next to Chillington Farm part of the large Hall near Brewood.
Farm Post Box
The post box next to Chillington Farm part of the large Hall near Brewood.
Chillington Barn The Barn next to Chillington Farm part of the large Hall near Brewood.
Chillington Barn
The Barn next to Chillington Farm part of the large Hall near Brewood.
Chillington Pool A small pool near Chillington Farm, Brewood.
Chillington Pool
A small pool near Chillington Farm, Brewood.
Chillington Farmland The footpath from Chillington Farm part of the large Hall near Brewood.
Chillington Farmland
The footpath from Chillington Farm part of the large Hall near Brewood.
Chillington Footpath The path from Chillington Farm near Brewood.
Chillington Footpath
The path from Chillington Farm near Brewood.
Oakley Bridleway The path junction with the Kiddemore Green Road.
Oakley Bridleway
The path junction with the Kiddemore Green Road.
Oakley View The view from the path junction with the Kiddemore Green Road.
Oakley View
The view from the path junction with the Kiddemore Green Road.
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Coldham is located at Grid Ref: SJ8508 (Lat: 52.674331, Lng: -2.222256)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.674331,-2.222256
Barrier: stile
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Horse: no
Material: wood
Motor Vehicle: no
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 52.6717146/-2.2164952
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