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Horsemoor Wood

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Horsemoor Wood

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge Looking south-east towards Wolverhampton and Stourport. Otherton Marina is on the left.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge Credit: Roger Kidd

Horsemoor Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike. The wood is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, birch, and beech, creating a rich and vibrant landscape.

The woodland is home to a variety of wildlife, providing a haven for numerous species. Visitors may spot deer, foxes, rabbits, and a wide array of birdlife, making it a haven for birdwatchers. The tranquil atmosphere and peaceful surroundings make Horsemoor Wood an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The wood offers a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths wind their way through the woodland, showcasing the natural beauty of the area. During spring, the forest floor becomes carpeted with bluebells, creating a stunning display of color.

Horsemoor Wood also offers several amenities for visitors, including picnic areas and designated areas for camping. It is a popular spot for families and groups to gather and enjoy the great outdoors. Additionally, there are educational programs and guided nature walks available for those interested in learning more about the wood's ecosystem.

Overall, Horsemoor Wood is a charming woodland in Staffordshire, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse range of flora and fauna, it provides a delightful experience for nature enthusiasts and a place of tranquility for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.704905/-2.0792836 or Grid Reference SJ9411. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge Looking south-east towards Wolverhampton and Stourport. Otherton Marina is on the left.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge
Looking south-east towards Wolverhampton and Stourport. Otherton Marina is on the left.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge Looking south-east towards Wolverhampton and Stourport. Otherton Marina is on the left.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge
Looking south-east towards Wolverhampton and Stourport. Otherton Marina is on the left.
Otherton Bridge and Lock near Penkridge, Staffordshire Otherton Bridge is No 83 across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It is an accommodation bridge which also carries a public footpath. Otherton Lock provides a rise (or fall) of 10ft 3in (3·1 metres). The noisy M6 motorway is behind the trees.
Otherton Bridge and Lock near Penkridge, Staffordshire
Otherton Bridge is No 83 across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It is an accommodation bridge which also carries a public footpath. Otherton Lock provides a rise (or fall) of 10ft 3in (3·1 metres). The noisy M6 motorway is behind the trees.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge Looking south towards Wolverhampton through the arch of Otherton Lane Bridge, No 81.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge
Looking south towards Wolverhampton through the arch of Otherton Lane Bridge, No 81.
Rodbaston Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (26 metres). Rodbaston Lock Bridge in the foreground is No 80 and used to be at the end of Gailey Lea Lane. Following construction of the nearby M6 motorway by 1968, the bridge became redundant, though a public footpath still crosses it.
Rodbaston Lock near Gailey in Staffordshire
Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal south of Penkridge. It provides a rise (or fall) of 8ft 6in (26 metres). Rodbaston Lock Bridge in the foreground is No 80 and used to be at the end of Gailey Lea Lane. Following construction of the nearby M6 motorway by 1968, the bridge became redundant, though a public footpath still crosses it.
Rodbaston Lock south of Penkridge in Staffordshire Looking north-east, Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about a mile and a half south of Penkridge. The M6 motorway is off to the right behind the trees.
Rodbaston Lock south of Penkridge in Staffordshire
Looking north-east, Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about a mile and a half south of Penkridge. The M6 motorway is off to the right behind the trees.
Rodbaston Lock south of Penkridge in Staffordshire Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about a mile and a half south of Penkridge. The M6 motorway is off to the right behind the trees.
Rodbaston Lock south of Penkridge in Staffordshire
Rodbaston Lock is No 35 on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about a mile and a half south of Penkridge. The M6 motorway is off to the right behind the trees.
Staffordshire farmland with wind turbine near Rodbaston The view is seen north-west of Rodbaston Lock on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The wind turbine on Rodbaston (agricultural) College land is one of a pair, and new. It may not have been activated yet.
Staffordshire farmland with wind turbine near Rodbaston
The view is seen north-west of Rodbaston Lock on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. The wind turbine on Rodbaston (agricultural) College land is one of a pair, and new. It may not have been activated yet.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Penkridge, Staffordshire Looking north towards Penkridge (about a mile and a quarter two kilometres). This visually idyllic and calming rural view is accompanied by the constant roar of traffic on the M6 motorway, which is about forty metres off to the right. Don't moor overnight here! The disused Littleton Colliery rail bridge (80A) is ahead.
Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Penkridge, Staffordshire
Looking north towards Penkridge (about a mile and a quarter two kilometres). This visually idyllic and calming rural view is accompanied by the constant roar of traffic on the M6 motorway, which is about forty metres off to the right. Don't moor overnight here! The disused Littleton Colliery rail bridge (80A) is ahead.
Canal at Littleton Colliery Rail Bridge near Penkridge This is Bridge No 80A across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Otherton, Penkridge. The bridge used to carry a now dismantled line linking Littleton Colliery at Huntington with the main line near Penkridge.
Canal at Littleton Colliery Rail Bridge near Penkridge
This is Bridge No 80A across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Otherton, Penkridge. The bridge used to carry a now dismantled line linking Littleton Colliery at Huntington with the main line near Penkridge.
Littleton Colliery Rail Bridge near Penkridge This is Bridge No 80A across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Otherton, Penkridge. The bridge used to carry a now dismantled line linking Littleton Colliery at Huntington with the main line near Penkridge.
Littleton Colliery Rail Bridge near Penkridge
This is Bridge No 80A across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal near Otherton, Penkridge. The bridge used to carry a now dismantled line linking Littleton Colliery at Huntington with the main line near Penkridge.
Canal south of Penkridge in Staffordshire Looking north towards Penkridge, this visually idyllic and calming rural view is accompanied by the constant roar of traffic on the M6 motorway, which is about forty metres off to the right. Don't moor overnight here! Otherton Lane Bridge (No 81) can be seen ahead.
Canal south of Penkridge in Staffordshire
Looking north towards Penkridge, this visually idyllic and calming rural view is accompanied by the constant roar of traffic on the M6 motorway, which is about forty metres off to the right. Don't moor overnight here! Otherton Lane Bridge (No 81) can be seen ahead.
Otherton Lane Bridge south of Penkridge in Staffordshire Otherton Lane Bridge is No 81 across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal about a mile south of the Penkridge village centre.
Otherton Lane Bridge south of Penkridge in Staffordshire
Otherton Lane Bridge is No 81 across the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal about a mile south of the Penkridge village centre.
Narrowboat arriving at Otherton Lock near Penkridge Looking north-north-west from Otherton Lock on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
Narrowboat arriving at Otherton Lock near Penkridge
Looking north-north-west from Otherton Lock on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
Sheep grazing near Rodbaston Lock The Staffs and Worcs canal is on the other side of the nearest hedge.
Sheep grazing near Rodbaston Lock
The Staffs and Worcs canal is on the other side of the nearest hedge.
Old and new freight routes, east of Rodbaston In the foreground, the Staffs and Worcs canal, opened 1772. Beyond, the M6 motorway, opened 1971.
Old and new freight routes, east of Rodbaston
In the foreground, the Staffs and Worcs canal, opened 1772. Beyond, the M6 motorway, opened 1971.
Narrowboat entering Rodbaston Lock On the Staffs and Worcs canal, between Gailey and Penkridge.
Narrowboat entering Rodbaston Lock
On the Staffs and Worcs canal, between Gailey and Penkridge.
Approaching Otherton Lane bridge [no 81] The Staffs and Worcs canal, south of Penkridge. The towpath here forms part of the Cross Britain Way as well as being a traffic-free cycle route.
Approaching Otherton Lane bridge [no 81]
The Staffs and Worcs canal, south of Penkridge. The towpath here forms part of the Cross Britain Way as well as being a traffic-free cycle route.
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Horsemoor Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ9411 (Lat: 52.704905, Lng: -2.0792836)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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