Whittington

In Staffordshire, 1 mile east of Lichfield near to Whittington Barracks.

Site Description

The area consists of Rifle Ranges, and mixed broad leaved woodland which extends eastwards to the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal and the River Tame.

Access Opportunities

Four lengths of bridleway cross the Ranges, including the wood. Red flags are flown during live firing periods at which time access is prohibited to the three bridleways within the wood.

One of the key entry points to the woodland is off the A51, where there is ample car parking and a bus stop.

Live firing notices are issued to the local police stations, post offices and residents who wish to be informed.

Further Information from…

For further information on live firing times contact the booking cell during office hours on Tel: 01785 763159 or 01785 763132.

OS Map References

OS Landranger Sheet 139
(Birmingham & Surrounding Area) 1:50,000

OS Landranger Sheet 140
(Leicester & Coventry Area) 1:50,000

OS Explorer 232
(Nuneaton & Tamworth) 1:25,000