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  Cannock - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It is on the A34 and A5, and sits to the south of Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Cannock is served by a railway station on the Chase Line.
Cannock is mainly an ethnically white conurbation, in comparison to her West Midlands neighbours.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cannock   (390 words)

  
 Cannock Chase (district) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cannock Chase is a local government district in England.
Cannock, which covers around 1/3 of the population, is unparished.
The district was formed on April 1, 1974 by the merger of Cannock and Rugeley urban districts, and Brindley Heath from Lichfield Rural District.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cannock_Chase_(district)   (140 words)

  
 Cannock Chase - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cannock Chase is a mixed area of countryside in the county of Staffordshire, England.
Cannock Chase is located between Cannock, Lichfield, Rugeley and Stafford.
Cannock Chase was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on 16 September 1958, and is the smallest area so designated in mainland Britain, covering 68 km
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cannock_Chase   (318 words)

  
 GENUKI: Cannock
Cannock Wood extends from two to four miles NE of Cannock, and is the liberty which includes part of Beaudesert Park and Radmoor Abbey ruins.
The south side was rebuilt in 1753, and in 1849 the north side was restored, and the body of the church repewed.
The benefice is a perpetual curacy in the patronage of the Dean & Chapter of Lichfield, and the Rev FT Blackburne, MA, is the incumbent.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/eng/STS/Cannock   (1242 words)

  
 CANNOCK - LoveToKnow Article on CANNOCK
Cannock has tool, boiler, brick an.d tile works.
Cannock Chase, a tract generally exceeding 500 ft. in elevation, extends on an axis from north-west to south-east over some 36,000 acres.
Brownhills, Burntwood and Chase Town, Great Wyrley, Hednesford, Hammerwich, and Pelsall are townships or villages of the mining population.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /C/CA/CANNOCK.htm   (146 words)

  
 GENUKI: Cannock Parish 1834 Directory
CANNOCK is a large and well built village, situated on the western verge of the extensive heath or chase from which it has its name, on the turnpike road between Walsall and Stafford, 8 miles N. by W. of the former, and 9 miles S.S.E. of the latter town.
The PARISH OF CANNOCK is very extensive, comprising about 20,000 acres, of which nearly one-half is uninclosed on Cannock Chase; but the cultivated portions of it are generally fertile, having a good light soil well adapted to the growth of corn, turnips, and grass.
CANNOCK WOOD extends from two to four miles N.E. of Cannock, and is the township which includes part of Beaudesert Park, and the ruins of an abbey on Radmoor, as already noticed.
www.genuki.org.uk /big/eng/STS/Cannock/White1834.html   (1706 words)

  
 HELLFIRE CORNER - German War Graves in Staffordshire
Cannock Chase was well-sited, being almost in the centre of England and within easy reach of major rail-networks, and so work was begun to build two huge army camps there.
Cannock Chase as it is now, with its steeply-rising, pine-covered slopes, is very reminiscent of parts of Germany and this is why, in 1964, it was chosen as the site of the Deutscher Soldatenfriedhof - the cemetery which now contains the bodies of all German servicemen who died in the UK during both world wars.
Cannock chase receives many visitors nowadays, as it is within easy reach of the heavily-populated conurbations of Birmingham and the West Midlands.
www.fylde.demon.co.uk /cannock.htm   (920 words)

  
 Cannock Chase - Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) - Staffordshire, UK
Cannock Chase is the largest surviving area of lowland heathland in the Midlands.
Cannock Chase and its associated animal and plant communities are part of an historic landscape dating back thousands of years.
There is now considerable economic and recreational pressure on this beautiful landscape and the new Cannock Chase AONB Management Plan aims to ensure the right balance is maintained to conserve and enhance the area whilst maintaining it as a living, working environment.
www.cannock-chase.co.uk   (304 words)

  
 Cannock Chase-German Military Cemetery
Cannock Chase lies on the southern border of Staffordshire and is surrounded by Cannock, Hednesford, Brereton, Heath Hayes and Norton Canes.
The German Cemetery near Broadhurst Green, on Cannock Chase is a memorial to some 5,000 German war dead, where the servicemen's graves are marked by headstones of belgian granite, set in plots of heather and tended by gardeners.
The Cannock Extension Canal once terminated near to Hednesford where the coal was loaded and taken on to places such as Walsall, Birmingham and beyond.
www.joe.shakespeare.btinternet.co.uk /chase.htm   (464 words)

  
 Cannock Chase - Rich in History
Boasting an Iron Age hill Fort and ancient hunting forest, Cannock Chase was an important feature in the landscape from the earliest times.
In 1189 the parishes of Cannock and Rugeley were sold to the Bishop of Coventry and Lichfield.
Cannock was a centre of edge-tool manufacture, whilst Rugeley was known for its ironworks.
www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk /cannockchase/history.htm   (573 words)

  
 BBC Staffordshire - Out & About - Cannock Chase
Cannock Chase is a huge chunk of open space just south of Stafford and just north of Hednesford.
Today, Cannock Chase covers a mere 21% of the land it used to cover in 1775.
Cannock Chase is a fantastic area of outstanding natural beauty.
www.bbc.co.uk /stoke/going_out/venues/a_f/cannock_chase.shtml   (850 words)

  
 Cannock Chase Trekking Centre - An Introduction
Cannock Chase Trekking Centre is perfectly situated in the middle of an idyllic countryside and is easily accessible from anywhere in the UK.
A trek through Cannock Chase is the perfect way to enjoy the peace and serenity of this popular beauty spot, whilst remaining at one with nature.
No previous horse riding experience is neccessary as Cannock Chase Trekking Centre has an extensive selection of horses and ponies suitable for all age ranges and abilities.
www.netcentral.co.uk /~geoffana/horses/cctc/introduction.html   (300 words)

  
 Canock Chase   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Cannock Chase comprises nearly 3,000 acres of wild heath and woodlands with remnants of the extensive royal hunting forest.
The forest is one of the oldest national forests consisting of 6,700 acres of forest and heath with numerous footpaths, and forms a precious wildlife habitat - including the largest herd of fallow deer in Britain.
This is the main Cannock Chase Country Park Visitor Centre offering, toilet facilities for disabled people and wheelchair users, level Tarmac roads, barbecue areas, grass picnic areas and an SOS telephone.
www.users.globalnet.co.uk /~pgtips/cannockchase.htm   (397 words)

  
 Cannock Chase Mining Historical Society
2001 the chairman of the Cannock and District Miners Welfare Veterans Association invited the Trustees of that Association to consider arranging a Miners re-union at the Museum of Cannock Chase, Hednesford Staffordshire (England).
The venue will be The Museum of Cannock Chase and the exact date and time will be announced on these pages in the near future.
He had an ambition to fill this void and produce a book on the history of the Cannock Chase Coalfield and the pits in it, to preserve and protect the memory of those mines and miners that were about to pass into oblivion.
myweb.tiscali.co.uk /cannockcoalfield   (874 words)

  
 Proud of Cannock Chase : Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
In Cannock Chase alone, the Child or Working Tax Credit awards are helping 9,200 hard working families (figures from January 2004).
Cannock Chase is in Shropshire and Staffordshire Strategic Health Authority, where there are 351 more doctors and 1,895 more nurses than in 1997.
Every three and four year-old in Cannock Chase is guaranteed a free part-time nursery place.
www.proudofcannock.org.uk   (258 words)

  
 Welcome to Cannock Chase
At its heart lie the majestic woodlands, valleys and heathlands of Cannock Chase, an internationally acclaimed Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Cannock Chase is the smallest mainland Area of Outstanding natural Beauty (AONB) in England and Wales at 68 sq km or 26 sq miles.
Trees are an important part of the Chase and include Oaks in Brocton Coppice which are 600 years old to Birch and Pine woodlands great for walking and cycling.
www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk /cannockchase   (317 words)

  
 BBC Staffordshire Towns & Villages - Cannock
cannock is being turned into one huge industrial estate with lots of ugly buidings and silly towers- thanks to a certain developer....
There is no shop that stands out in Cannock, just the usual tirade of high street names and chancers selling mobile phone covers.
Cannock doesnt offer alot, i suppose cannock chase is a decent place to go if you are into nature etc
www.bbc.co.uk /stoke/mytown/cch/cannock/index2.shtml   (512 words)

  
 Cannock Chase --  Encyclopædia Britannica
Coal mining and metalworking traditionally dominated the economy, but coal mining ceased by the end of the 20th century, and a variety of alternative industries developed.
More results on "Cannock Chase" when you join.
The administrative county comprises eight districts: Cannock Chase, Lichfield, South Staffordshire, Staffordshire Moorlands, and the boroughs...
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9020013?tocId=9020013   (720 words)

  
 Cannock Couriers - specialists in UK same day, next day & multi drop deliveries
Cannock Couriers are a same day Courier operation based in Bridgtown, Cannock.
Cannock Couriers was set up specifically to service the same day, next day and multi drop requirements of the business community in the Cannock area.
We set a high level of standards where our drivers are concerned, they are always presentable, professional, polite and reliable.
www.cannockcouriers.co.uk   (184 words)

  
 Cannock Town Diamonds U12's and 10's
Cannock Town Diamonds formed early 2004 and since then the club has gone from strength to strength.
Cannock Town Diamonds, 2 VS 1, Brereton Social.
Cannock Town Diamonds, 3 VS 4, Brownhills C.C. Scorers: Demi (2), Chanel.
www.webspawner.com /users/cjdyson9   (2099 words)

  
 Cannock Chase Conservatives
Conservatives in Cannock Chase have reacted with anger to the proposals that would see the Staffordshire ambulance service merged with their counterparts from across the West Midlands.
A leading Conservative has accused the Labour Party in Cannock Chase of exhibiting double standards by attacking increase in allowances for Councillors on Cannock Chase District Council, whilst at the...
Cannock Chase Conservatives believe that the Bleak House site is an inappropriate place for a wind farm.
www.chaseconservatives.com   (290 words)

  
 Cannock Chase Pubs - Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
It is situated opposite the Shoal Hill Tavern and is a monument to Cannock's glorious war dead.
Visitors to Cannock Chase will marvel at this jewel in the heart of the Midlands, an area of 17,000 acres which would not look out of place in the highlands of Scotland.
Such is the popularity of Cannock Chase that it is used by a huge variety of visitors from casual walkers to international orienteers and mountain bikers to husky dog racers.
www.cannockchasepubs.co.uk   (378 words)

  
 Wildlife News: Help the frogs of Cannock   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Hundreds of thousands of amorous amphibians will be trying to hop to their mating ponds during February.
But many of them are doomed to end up as flat as beer mats when they try crossing the roads on Cannock Chase.
By the end of February ponds in the area will be alive with millions of tadpoles ready to emerge from their transparent egg sacks.
www.naturalworldtours.co.uk /articles2001/feb/feb2401j.htm   (278 words)

  
 Cannock Centre   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
The Cannock and Wombourne Music Centre is one of seven Music Centres in Staffordshire organised by Staffordshire Music Service.
Recent venues for concerts have been Lichfield Cathedral, Cannock Chase Leisure Centre, Prince of Wales Theatre and various churches and schools in the area.
The Friends of Cannock Music Centre and Wombourne Music Centre" are a group of parents whose aim is to assist staff, help with fund raising and support the work of the Music Centre.
www.sln.org.uk /music/p3dcannock.htm   (422 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: England: Staffordshire: Cannock   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Cannock Chase District Council - Contains the history of the town, tourism, amenities, and councillors.
Cannock Chase Orpheus Male Choir - The choir is experienced in all forms of concert work and in devising programmes to suit particular occasions and venues.
Cannock Photographic Society - History, activities, including special interest groups, and location, with galleries of pictures by members.
dmoz.org /Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/England/Staffordshire/Cannock   (303 words)

  
 Cannock Chase @ www.ezboard.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Welcome To Cannock Chase.....For The Strength Of The Wolf Is The Pack & The Strength Of The Pack Is The Wolf
All newcomers will be given the rank of either Sigma or Omega untill they prove themselves trully worthy to the Alphas, then and only then will they be given a higher Rank.
I am planning on extending the packs territories and eventually there will be four boards all with 3 packs on the lands.
p196.ezboard.com /bcannockchase   (613 words)

  
 The District of Cannock Chase (Electoral Changes) Order 2001
(2) Elections of all parish councillors for the parish of Cannock Wood shall be held simultaneously on the ordinary day of election of councillors in 2003 and every fourth year after 2003.
The areas of the new district and parish wards are demarcated on the map described in article 1(3).
Prints of the map may be inspected at all reasonable times at the offices of Cannock Chase District Council and at the offices of the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions, 2nd Floor, Ashdown House, 123 Victoria Street, London SW1E 6DE.
www.opsi.gov.uk /si/si2001/20011442.htm   (1817 words)

  
 CANNOCK CHASE - LINKS
The school is situated in South Staffordshire only a few miles from Cannock Chase which is an Area of Outstanding Beauty.
Lying between Cannock and Hednesford in the county of Staffordshire, the most exciting part of the Cannock Chase area.
The club is focussed on Walton, Stafford, and encompasses Stone, Staffordshire Moorlands, Cannock, Rugeley, Uttoxeter, Lichfield, and the northern parts of Wolverhampton and Walsall.
www.roman-britain.org /chase/_chase_lynx.htm   (839 words)

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