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Staffordshire Tourist Attractions
Tourist attractions, amusements, antique centres, theme parks, steam railways, factory shops, zoos & wildlife centres, country parks, etc in Staffordshire...
This page covers general tourist attractions, including amusement parks, boat trips, steam and miniature railways, theme parks, specialist shops, factory shops and outlet villages, guided walks, country parks, viewpoints, zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
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Staffordshire Tourist Attractions |
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Lichfield Garrick
Castle Dyke, Lichfield, Staffordshire Named after the famous Actor/Manager David Garrick, the Lichfield Garrick is set to revive the cultural side of Lichfield's heritage. Boasting an auditorium capacity of 490, a flexible studio and conference facilities, is set to lead the way as one of the areas biggest attractions. 
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Oak Farm Craft Centre & Children's Farm
Drayton Lane, Drayton Bassett, Tamworth,
Staffordshire, B78 3EF Visit a traditional working farm offering lots of activities including Pets Playtime, barrel rides, a picnic area, maize maze and undercover activities. Browse around the shops for a special purchase. Sleigh ride to Santa at Christmas. Birthday parties all year round plus group bookings.
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Stafford Town Crier Tel: 01785 619608 Peter Taunton, our award-winning Town Crier, has represented Stafford borough for several years and during that time Peter has become a familiar figure promoting Stafford both at home and abroad. Among his many awards his peers recently acknowledged Peter when "The Loyal Company of Town Criers" presented him with the "Heart of Gold" award for his work in the community.
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Marston's Visitors Centre & Brewery Tours
Shobnall Road, Burton-upon-Trent, DE14 2BW Join a brewery tour and see time honoured brewing methods in action. Visit the working co-operage, see the impressive Burton Unions (a system where beer is fermented in oak casks and is unique to Morton's) and enjoy a pint of famous Pedigree Bitter.
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Claymills Pumping Engines
Meadow Lane, Stretton, Burton-upon-Trent Preserved Victorian sewage pumping station. 4 Beam engines by Gimson of Leicester 1885 (being restored), 5 Lancashire boilers 1937, early 20thC Generator house, Victorian workshop (steam driven), blacksmiths forge, steam hammer. Many other small engines and artefacts. Shop.
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The National Forest Maize Maze
Postern House Farm, Tatenhill, Burton on Trent,
Staffs, DE13 9SJ
Getting lost has never been so much FUN!! The
2007 Magical Maze will confuse the mind and
confound the feet!! But the fun doesn't end
there! Once the spell is broken and you have
managed to escape this giant 3-dimensional
puzzle, head for the Fun Field. There is a
refreshment area, go-carts, giant sand pits,
tractor and trailer rides, the splash zone,
footy skills soccer challenge, farm animals and
a giant inflatable maze!
The National Forest Maize Maze. Fun for all the
Family.
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Uttoxeter May Festival Web: www.uttoxetermayfest.moonfruit.com May Festival with traditional activities including several traditional and border Morris groups, Maypole dancing and Jack O' the Green. Electric folk music from Seamus O'Blivion and the Megadeath Morris Men and other guests. May Market with local food products and traditional crafts. All day market and folk dancing and music from 12-5PM. Plenty of hassle free parking in local car parks only a couple of hundred yards away. See website for more details.
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The National Brewery Centre
Burton-upon-Trent A taste of our brewing heritage and history brought to life in a unique family day out at our world-class museum and visitor centre.
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Uttoxeter Racecourse
Wood Lane, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8BD With superb racing in beautiful surroundings, award winning Uttoxeter Racecourse is famous for its warm and friendly welcome. Home of the Midlands Grand National and the new English Summer National, Uttoxeter guarantees a day to remember. 21 race days throughout the year. Lots of other activities on non-race days, such as antique fairs and country shows.
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Slaters Country Inn & Exclusive Craft Village
Slaters LTD, Stone Road, Baldwin's Gate,
Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffs, ST5 5ED Complete with accommodation and dinning areas, it makes an enjoyable day for everyone. Catering for weddings and conferences with its own civil wedding licence. 
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Staffordshire Pottery Workshops |
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Staffordshire Theme Parks, Amusement Parks, etc |
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Staffordshire Preserved Railways, Steam, Narrow Gauge and Miniature Railways |
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Foxfield Railway
PO Box 1967, Stoke on Trent, ST4 8YT
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Chasewater Railway
Brownhills West Station, Chasewater Country
Park, Brownhills, Staffordshire, WS8 7NL This volunteer run former colliery railway operates passenger trains from its principal station at Brownhills West, in Chasewater Country Park. Vintage steam and diesel trains run to Lakeside Wildfowl Reserve and to new stations at Chasewater Heaths and Chasetown (Church Street).
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Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
Rudyard Station, Rudyard, Nr. Leek, ST13 8PF Steam Railway gives a scenic 3 mile return trip along the side of historic Rudyard Lake. Always operates one of its 5 steam engines to pull the enclosed carriages along the lake. The railway is the best way to see and access the Lakes attractions. Voted recently the 3rd most romantic spot in the UK it was the place where the parents of Rudyard Kipling met and named their son after it to mark the event. Runs every Sunday throughout the year, April to Oct are open on Saturdays and throughout school holidays.
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Staffordshire Antique Centres, Factory Outlets, Specialist retailers |
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Staffordshire Country Parks, Walks & Viewpoints |
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TOURS - Lichfield area
For further information about the tours listed
below contact:
A LICHFIELD DAY OUT - Full day with
guided city and cathedral tours - something
special, add a cream tea.
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Brewing Trail This trail will introduce you to the brewing capital of Britain. The route takes you past information panels, red waymarker signs and finger posts, which show the way. It is all accessible in a wheel chair. The walk takes about an hour.
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Borough Trail This trail will take you past the breweries and public buildings, which symbolised the town's prosperity. The route takes you past information panels, green waymarker signs and finger posts which show the way. It is all accessible in a wheel chair. The walk takes about an hour and fifteen minutes.
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Abbey Trail This trail will introduce you to the historic town, which dates back to before the Norman Conquest. The route takes you past information panels, blue waymarker signs and finger posts which show the way. It is all accessible in a wheel chair. The walk takes about an hour.
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Cannock Chase Outdoor Trails Near Rugeley, Staffordshire The Great War Trail reminds us that During World War I, the Chase was home and training ground to thousands of Commonwealth servicemen. Cannock Chase Maps and information are available from Cannock Chase Visitor Centres and local booksellers.
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DEFRA – Rural Affairs
Tel: 08459 335577
E-mail:
helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk More than 1800 walks etc in the United Kingdom. Simply select your destination and you will be rewarded with mini guides and map references to help you explore the countryside at your leisure.
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Mow Cop Castle
Mow Cop, Nr Biddulph, Staffordshire Stunning views of North Staffordshire and the Cheshire plains can be seen from the remains of the castle.
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The Staffordshire Way Web: www.staffordshire.gov.uk The Staffordshire Way starts at Mow Cop in the North of the County, passing Rudyard Lake along the Churnet Valley to Uttoxeter, leading to the south of the County.
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Staffordshire Zoos and Wildlife Parks, Birdwatching, Rescue Centres |
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JCB Lakes & Nature Reserve Rocester, Nr Uttoxeter There are many species of wildfowl on the 42 acres of beautifully landscaped lakes.
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Baggeridge
South Staffordshire District Council, Near
Wombourne, South Staffordshire Country Park Bracken and heather clad heathland.
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Cannock Chase Tel: 01543 871773 Once the hunting ground of ancient royalty, Cannock Chase is today a picturesque playground of woodland walks, wildlife and superb scenery. Cannock Chase Country Park covers 4.5 square miles (3,000 acres) making it one of the largest country parks in Britain. Although the country park is largely 'motorless', its many car parks are easily accessible and pleasant picnic facilities abound. An area roughly between Stafford, Cannock and Rugeley.
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Highgate Common Country
Park Lies in the south-west of Staffordshire, only five miles west of Dudley. Although many walks are available, its 278 acres of open heathland and woodland areas make a very pleasant and popular spot for the family group who do not wish to wander too far from their car. Toilets and refreshments are available.
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The Wolseley Centre
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, Wolseley Bridge,
Stafford The new Wildlife Trust Visitor Centre in the grounds of the former garden park. 26 acres of Lakes, Parkland, Woodland and Sensory gardens complete with all-ability access trails to enjoy.
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Brereton Spurs Near Rugeley, Staffordshire Part of Cannock Chase. 88 acres of heathland with dramatic views over the Trent Valley.
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Blackbrook
Winkhill, near Leek, Staffs The Zoological Park of the Moorlands contains a large and varied collection of some of the most rare and endangered species in the world.
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RSPB Coombes Valley
Six Oaks Farm, Bradnop, Leek, Staffs, ST13 7EU Peaceful walks in secluded oak wooded valley. Many types of woodland birds can be seen as well as butterflies, flowers and other wildlife. Open 9am-9pm or dusk if earlier, closed Xmas Eve & Xmas Day.
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Moorlands Farm Park
Ipstones, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 2LP 40 different breeds of animals.
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Greenway Bank Country Park
Knypersley, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST8
7QY
Open: Summer - Sat 11.00 - 4.00, Sun
11.00 - 6.00, Weekdays bookings only.
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Parkhall Country Park
Hulme road, Weston Coynets, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3
6QD Stoke-on-Trent’s only National Nature Reserve, the park consists of sandstone canyons, woodlands, heathland and ponds. There is also a visitors centre with a small shop.
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Consall Nature Park
Consall Forge, Wetley Rocks, Stoke-On-Trent,
Staffordshire, ST9 0AF The parks prime function is that of conservation, however the are paths for those who enjoy walking, fishing facilities and picnic areas.
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Deep Hayes Country Park
Sutherland Rd, Longsdon, Stoke-On-Trent,
Staffordshire, ST9 9QD A 143 acres of woods, meadows and pools, with plenty of facilities, including a visitor centre and toilets.
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