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

Parking

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.

Features

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

Caring for the site

• Follow the countryside code (PDF) [2MB](opens new window) 
• Put your litter or dog waste in the bins provided
• Keep your dog under control - do not let it chase or worry wildlife
• Leave gates as you find them

Management

This site is now managed by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust to contact them or report a problem please call 01889 880100 or email info@staffs-wildlife.org.uk