Pottal Covert

Wood, Forest in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Pottal Covert

Timber stacks The results of recent tree cutting. — Timber stacks Credit: Ian Calderwood

Pottal Covert, located in Staffordshire, England, is a picturesque wood and forest area that covers approximately 100 acres of land. It is situated near the village of Haughton, south of Stafford town. The site is known for its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and tranquil atmosphere.

The woodland of Pottal Covert consists mainly of broadleaf trees, such as oak, ash, and beech, which create a dense canopy overhead. The forest floor is covered with a variety of plants, including bluebells, ferns, and wild garlic, which add to the area's charm. The wood is crisscrossed with footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its winding trails and discover its hidden corners.

Wildlife flourishes within Pottal Covert, making it an attractive destination for nature enthusiasts. The forest provides a habitat for various bird species, including woodpeckers, bullfinches, and tawny owls. Squirrels can be spotted darting among the trees, while rabbits and deer occasionally make an appearance.

Pottal Covert offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude or a place to reconnect with nature. Its tranquil environment makes it popular among walkers, joggers, and dog owners. The wood is also a favored spot for photographers, artists, and writers who find inspiration in its serene surroundings.

In summary, Pottal Covert in Staffordshire is a picturesque woodland and forest with a rich variety of plant and animal life. Its natural beauty and peaceful ambiance make it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Pottal Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.727549/-2.0479184 or Grid Reference SJ9614. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Timber stacks

The results of recent tree cutting.

Ian Calderwood

Peace stone

This stone, inscribed "INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF PEACE 1986", sits on the edge of an area called "The Peace Vista", between the Commonwealth and German war cemeteries.

Ian Calderwood

Cannock Chase - Military Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - Commonwealth War Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase -War Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Cannock Chase - War Cemetery

This small but poignant WW1 War Cemetery contains 100 Commonwealth graves, mostly New Zealanders, but also 280 Germans - many of whom died from the 1919 Spanish Flu epidemic. Link

Colin Smith

Forestry road near to Broadhurst Green

The road is descending to the north in a coniferous plantation north of the Cannock / Hednesford urban area, at the southern end of Cannock Chase.

Trevor Littlewood

Shed close to line of bridleway

The small building was come upon in the search for the public bridleway leaving Broadhurst Green Road in its vicinity. The grassy way appears to be the correct route but soon the way is lost in a tangle of vegetation. Another gate nearby along the road has a very thin trace of path beginning which also seems to get lost in excess herbage. A different, much less attractive option to continue walking had to be used! (Note: there's no doubt that the bridleway route does exist beginning in that location; it's named as Huntington 7 on the Staffordshire CC definitive map!)

Trevor Littlewood

Huntington

A new nature reserve has been created at the site of former Littleton colliery in the village of Huntington.

Andy Malbon

St. Thomas, Huntington

Geoff Pick

Littleton Colliery

Long gone. I think it was already closed then. I was actually looking for a waterworks beam engine house but that had been replaced by a little hut. The colliery was the booby prize and now it's a memory.

Chris Allen