Wildness and tranquillity
What makes it special?
Cannock Chase is a surprising haven of tranquillity and wildness compared to the busy towns and roads that surround it, providing popular spaces for informal recreation, such as the Shugborough Estate, Marquis Drive and Birches Valley, as well as less visited spots for quiet contemplation and watching nature.
Darkness at night is an integral part of its wildness and tranquillity – 50% of the National Landscape is above us – and this adds to its beauty and sense of remoteness.
Advice and guidance
The National Landscape has produced a range of advice and guidance about keeping the Chase wild and tranquil –
- Peace and Tranquillity in the Cannock Chase 2016, 2010, 2007
- Light pollution and Dark Skies in the Cannock Chase AONB – A Good Lighting Guide
Projects: Read more about current key projects helping to keep the Chase wild and tranquil –
Grants and funding: Read more about funding opportunities for projects that support our work to keep the Chase wild and tranquil –
About the Chase
Cannock Chase National Landscape is a beautiful wilderness in Staffordshire in the heart of the West Midlands. Find out more about this landscape and what makes it special.
Our Partnership
Find out more about the team, our joint committee, partners, volunteers and organisations. You will also find our annual reviews and meetings detail here.
About Cannock Chase
Find out more about the landscape, wildlife, nature, history and heritage the wildness and tranquility.
Latest news
The news posts below provide more information on work in progress and latest news of Cannock Chase and our partners.
This newly published Farming in Protected Landscapes review from 2021-2026 is now available to download here. Defra’s Farming in Protected Landscapes programme supports farmers and
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Over 125 heathland specialists, land managers and conservation professionals from across the UK and Europe gathered in Staffordshire this month as Cannock Chase National Landscape
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Help us to protect the National Landscape you love. The naturally dry heathland and the precious ancient woodland on the Chase is extremely vulnerable to
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Take a look at the latest July 2026 Cannock Chase National Landscape e-newsletter . It includes the bigger than ever Annual Review for 2025-2026 that
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The Annual Review for 2025-2026 has been published and is available to view on the website here. The Annual Review, which is bigger than ever
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Take a look at the latest Cannock Chase National Landscape e-newsletter for June 2026. The e-newsletter provides information on the first Historic Environment Strategy for
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