Hoften's Cross Meadow

Pepper saxifrage

Wendy Carter

Hoften's Cross Meadow

Hoftens Cross Meadow Local Nature Reserve is a small, 1.4 hectare, area of meadow and scrub with open public access. The agriculturally unimproved meadow is managed for wildlife and designated a Site of Biological Importance.

Location

Hoften's Cross Meadow, Cauldon Low, ST10 3EU
Cauldon low
Staffordshire
ST103EU
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Know before you go

Size
1 hectare
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Entry fee

Free
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Parking information

Situated off the A52 Stoke-on-Trent to Ashbourne Road. The turning is opposite the Cross Inn at Cauldon Low with a first right to enter the small car park with space for 2 - 3 cars.
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Walking trails

A single unsurfaced path with a boardwalk and set of steps that can be used by walkers but is unsuitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.

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Access

Situated off the A52 Stoke-on-Trent to Ashbourne Road. The turning is opposite the Cross Inn at Cauldon Low with a first right to enter the small car park with space for 2 - 3 cars.

Dogs

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Dogs must be under effective control. Put all dog waste in the bins where provided or take it home. Keep your dog under control - do not let it chase or worry wildlife.

When to visit

Opening times

Open 24/7

Best time to visit

May is the best time to see the meadow in full bloom

About the reserve

Hoftens Cross Meadow Local Nature Reserve is a small, 1.4 hectare, area of meadow and scrub with open public access. The agriculturally unimproved meadow is managed for wildlife and designated a Site of Biological Importance.

A wide range of wildflowers

  • Meadow saxifrage and Marsh marigold in early spring
  • Spectacular displays of Common spotted orchid
  • Common twayblade and Greater butterfly orchid

Contact us

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 01889880100