CANNOCK CHASE Seven Springs & Stepping Stones - DJI mini 4 Pro drone and BONUS BLOOPERS at the end!

CANNOCK CHASE is an area of outstanding natural beauty located in Staffordshire, England. It's a mixture of forested areas, heathland, and valleys, covering approximately 26 square miles (67 square kilometers). The Chase is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna, including ancient trees, wildflowers, and various species of birds and mammals.
Historically, Cannock Chase has played significant roles. During the medieval period, it was a royal hunting ground, and remnants of this history can still be seen in the landscape today. It is said the Mary Queen of Scots was arrested while deer-hunting on Cannock Chase and taken back to where she was incarcerated in nearby Tixall. It has also been utilized for military training and exercises, particularly during both World Wars.
Today, Cannock Chase is a popular destination for outdoor recreation. It offers numerous walking and cycling trails, picnic areas, and opportunities for wildlife observation. The area attracts visitors seeking relaxation, adventure, and a connection with nature. Additionally, Cannock Chase hosts various events and activities throughout the year, catering to different interests and age groups.
The Chase also holds cultural significance, with several landmarks and sites of historical interest scattered across the landscape. These include the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery, the Museum of Cannock Chase, and remnants of old coal mines, reflecting its industrial past.
Overall, Cannock Chase is cherished by locals and visitors alike for its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and rich history. It stands as a testament to the importance of preserving and appreciating our natural landscapes.
Seven Springs is a natural spring located within Cannock Chase and The Stepping Stones are a series of large stones placed strategically across a shallow section of a stream within Cannock Chase. The area around the Stepping Stones is also great for picnics, leisurely walks, and wildlife spotting, making it a favourite spot for visitors seeking outdoor relaxation and enjoyment.
MAKING THE FILM
I am a UK CAA & EU EASA registered UAV pilot with valid Op, an A2 CofC Flyer ID and my drone is a DJI mini 4 Pro, which weighs less than 250g, therefore I can fly within VLOS up to an altitude of 120m (400ft) from nearest surface in the Open A1Category. I am allowed to fly over uninvolved people but am not allowed to fly over a congregation/crowd that cannot dispurse in the unlikely event that the drone falls out-of-control! The flight was not inside a FRZ. I was able to launch the DJI mini 4 Pro from close by and maintain VLOS.
Shot with DJI mini 4 Pro, Osmo 6 with Samsung S10e and edited in Davinci Resolve.
MUSIC
Fearless Motivational by Jeremiah Alves
Motovational Elexctronic Distant by Alex Cristoforetti
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[@DocColVideo]

There was a small window of half decent weather so I took the chance to take out the mini 4 Pro. Really enjoyed it too. Watch till the end for my cockups and give it a like if you enjoyed it. Cheers Col 😊

[@angelalawson-e9w]

Great Vlog ❤

[@inbetween-days]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful place. Some stunning footage. Great information. Enjoyed the bloopers at the end. Have a lovely weekend. Best wishes Dave and Dawn ❤️

[@DocColVideo]

Thank you guys, I'm glad you enjoyed the walk as well as me making an idiot of myself! 🤣 Have a great weekend too 😅

[@HikeFly22]

Looks like a really nice place to hike

[@DocColVideo]

It sure is matey, learned to navigate on it's loads of trails, had family picnics and learnt how to fly my drone there. Great place. 👍

[@glyn829]

Nice film 👍 good flying it's a great place to visit

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Glyn, it sure is and lucky to have on my doorstep. 👍

[@ladyintheskyuk]

I really enjoyed that walkout. Great footage of this amazing place.You captured it perfectly. Lovely video and narration, Col. Fantastic work, my friend 👍 ❤ Even the bloopers 😂

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Yvonne, really glad u liked it. I got a bit wet but was worth it. I used to do live briefings in front of loads of staff before I retired, but put a camera in front of my face and I get tongue tied! 🤣🤣

[@johnnymac26]

nice work mate loved the bloopers lol looks like a place my dogs would love

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Johnny, glad you liked it The place is a dog-walkers mecca matey. 🤣🤣

[@jimthorleydronefootage]

Nice one doc better weather would be a lovely day out 👏👏👍

[@DocColVideo]

Your not wrong there Jim. I had to have a go on the tree but didn't film it. Damn! 😄

[@eyeintheskydrone4k]

That's 1 heavy looking sky, Col. Good to see you get a flight in. Looks like an amazing place to explore. The narration adds so much. 😂 the bloopers happen to us all

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Matey. 👍 The sky looked a little brighter when I started but soon went downhill! I was desperate to get out and felt great after, even soaking wet! 🤣 The bloopers are just a bit of fun and I could have lengthened the vid 4 fold! 🤣🤣

[@mavicairflyeruk]

awesome location mate 👍the bloopers where funny 🤣🤣

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Matey. Great place to blow the cobwebs off for sure . Loads of space to get some flights in too. 👍

[@OurDroneAdventures-nq9sc]

Another great video Colin, I had a close encounter with dear when driving home from Alton Towers one evening, first we saw five run across the road way up in front and as we said "we were lucky there" four more jumped out directly in front of us, luckily I had no one behind me so was able to apply the breaks and the dear made it safely across the road. But to this day I get flash backs when driving through. Oh and loved the out takes at the end 🤣

[@DocColVideo]

Thank you, glad you liked it. Yes, deer are one of the many cute features of the Chase and quite often roam in the fields beyond. I've seen a few cars totalled by them and one or two have passed in front of me too. They have some form of a "magic" deterant now to keep them from the roads but caution is the key. 👍 The outtakes were just a few of the many 🤣🤣🤣

[@robodrone5662]

Excellent flight 😁

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Robo, much appreciated matey 👍

[@waddac2]

Another cracking video my dear friend... Always a pleasure watching your videos matey. Noticed you have a Grey Arrows Drone Club cap.....Will have to buy one when I can afford next month, pending how doctors and hospital go as not sure how long I will be off work yet.

[@DocColVideo]

Thx matey. Yes I've been a member of GADC for 3 yrs or so now Truely brilliant club. Hoodies are good and my favourite mug is from the club too. Hope you sort out ya health issues soon. 🤞

[@waddac2]

I will have a look at the GADC merchandise as bet hoodies are great too. May even get a mug for work too. Yep, Im hoping the docs can sort me soon as sick of being in pain.

[@DocColVideo]

@@waddac2 Good luck matey. 👍

[@waddac2]

@@DocColVideo Cheers matey 👍👍👌👌👍👍

[@Steve53]

Col what a wonderful place to be out and about with your drone, were you walking in the water at the stepping stones, that railway line at 0:32 looks interesting place to capture a few passing trains,anyway Col another good one.👏👏👍.

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Steve. I did walk through the stream (not on it haha) as I had my Gortex boots on and wanted to get the angle on the walker and her dogs. The railway line runs over the Meadow Lane bridge. I took this short video for the GADC 2022 Birthday Competition: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mny7YqageNmfZpI 👍

[@DRONE-A-HOLIC-]

Beautiful area, and well put together 👍 new subscription from me.

[@DocColVideo]

Thx Matey, for the comments and the sub. I've checked out your channel and returned the favour. Look fwd to seeing more of the Lakes soon buddy. 👍

[@StevieProton]

List of things not to do on a wet muddy day in Cannock Chase - No. 1 Walk the dog. That’s it!

[@DocColVideo]

Haha! If I had a dog I'd walk it! Been at the top of a mountain or two in sub zero whiteouts knee deep in snow. A little rain is refreshing. 🤣🤣

[@buzzindrones]

I’m sure I saw that mugshot on Crimewatch UK 😂😂😂 Nice vid buddy I’m back in blighty now so drone time will commence soon . That bit at 1.15 in the vid is that the toal for pye green tower it looked like it to me 😊

[@DocColVideo]

Haha 🤣🤣. Thx Buzz that did make me laugh! Actually at 1:15 was the start of the path from Seven Springs Carpark almost the opposite side of the Park from Pye Green. Lookin fwd to your Irish footage. Used to have to fly there regularly with work before I retired. Lovely place, but didn't have a drone then. 😪

[@buzzindrones]

@@DocColVideo didn’t take it Col storm Kathleen and bad weather all week a typical week in Ireland

[@DocColVideo]

@@buzzindrones Shame that. 🥲 Taking mine to Malta in a few months just got to renew my EASA Op Reg. Rip off merchants funnily from the IAA!