If you’re looking for a fun-filled break away with someone special, look no further than Staffordshire. Across the county, you can pack your days with a range of amazing activities - whatever you like doing. If you’re looking for a fun-filled break away with someone special, look no further than Staffordshire.
Staffordshire’s Burton-upon-Trent was once known as the brewery capital of the country. At its peak in the 19th century, around a quarter of all beer sold in Britain was produced in the town. Most famously, the Bass brewery was founded in Burton-upon-Trent by William Bass in 1777. Whilst the volume produced in the town now is much less, the legacy remains in the quality of Staffordshire breweries today. Here are our top picks for a pint (or two).
The National Trust is a national treasure. Founded in 1895, this veteran charity is responsible for nearly 600 historic sites across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Its portfolio includes gardens, castles, churches and even a 1,100-acre island – and every single one is worth a visit. If you want to enjoy the great outdoors or spend a rainy day exploring a stately home, just look for that leafy logo. You'll know you're in for a treat.
If you’re planning a family getaway this Summer, nothing beats a break in the historic county of Staffordshire. Whether you’re looking for unforgettable thrills, days out in nature or wanting to get up close and personal with unique wildlife, there are plenty of things to do in Staffordshire for families of all sizes and ages. Planning a family getaway for the Summer holidays can be a costly venture.
There is no doubt about it, Staffordshire is home to some of the best walking routes, and in the vast abundance of this beautiful county is Cannock Chase Forest. A mini mecca of walks! An epicenter for families who love a day outdoors. At Cannock Chase, there is everything from light picturesque strolls to long adventure trails. There is something for absolutely everyone.
With lockdown rules relaxing next week, meaning up to 6 people or two households can meet up outdoors, leisurely walks with friends and family are back on the cards. So make the most of your new found freedom, reunite with family and friends over a long walk whilst enjoying the country air and why not stop off with one of our picnics along the way!
Soft mornings wreathed in mist, crisp skies of vivid blue. Autumn often dazzles us with the unique saturation, definition, and atmosphere it brings to landscapes. There isn’t a better time to visit an arboretum. The trees drip with colour, cloaked in oxblood and honey. The low sunlight casts a halo-ed effect around the individual leaves. It’s a magical time of year, but also a fleeting one.
Staffordshire offers the very best of the English countryside. Patchwork fields ripple across the hills, dotted with picturesque villages and country houses with deer parks and centurion English oaks. Britain’s oldest national park, the Peak District, is a breath of fresh air...
The Peak District is a haven for wild swimming. Now is your chance to get off the beaten track and feel passionately alive. Here are five spots to get you started.
Staffordshire is a dark horse. Unsung, unassuming, underestimated.
It's a rural oasis with a warm heart, tucked away in the depths of the English countryside.
Here are our top 10 reasons to visit Staffordshire and experience its diverse charms.