Family walking through colourful gardens at the National Memorial Arboretum.

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Five Reasons to Visit Stoke-on-Trent

The city of Stoke-on-Trent is a fascinating place, full of historical treasures, thrilling adventures, and foodie experiences. Here is our round-up of five great things to do in Stoke-on-Trent. World of Wedgwood Where better to start your Stoke-on-Trent adventure than on a journey through this…

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2023 Christmas Light Show at Lichfield Cathedral

The Lichfield Cathedral Light Show is back! Lichfield Cathedral has been delighting its visitors for years with an annual Christmas Light Show, with visitors describing the experience as ‘mesmerising and magical’, and ‘perfect to get into the Christmas spirit’. For 2023, Lichfield Cathedral…

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Five Reasons to Visit Cannock Chase

We're celebrating our breath-taking, historic district of Cannock Chase, with a round-up of five of the best reasons to visit, including stunning views, eye-opening history, exhilarating attractions and events, and one of the UK's most exciting shopping destinations! McArthurGlen West Midlands…

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Trentham Wins Gold in latest Visit England Awards!

VisitEngland has announced the winners of its Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2022-2023, recognising the high quality visitor experiences on offer across England and Trentham in Staffordshire has been awarded the highest accolade: Gold! “Trentham Gardens delivered a thoroughly enjoyable visitor…

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Five Reasons to Visit Tamworth

It’s Enjoy Tamworth Week this week (4 th -10 th Sept), so here’s our round-up of the very best days out in the borough. At just 12 square miles, it’s the smallest borough in Staffordshire, and one of the smallest in the country, but don’t underestimate its significance – Tamworth was once, effectively…

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Great value family days out in Staffordshire

Families looking for great value days out over the summer holidays are being reminded that there’s plenty of choice in Staffordshire! To help families plan their days out, we've have revised our handy list of 30 family days out for less than £30. And, with a huge variety of things to do, there’s…

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Five Reasons to Visit South Staffordshire

As part of our Enjoy South Staffordshire Week celebrations (20th-26th May), we’ve narrowed down the many reasons to visit this captivating, eye-opening part of the county into our top five. With miles of tranquil canals, sprawling country estates, family attractions, busy markets, historic houses…

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Five Reasons to Visit the Staffordshire Moorlands

It's Enjoy Staffordshire Moorlands Week (17th-23rd April), so here's our round-up of five great reasons to visit this thrilling, captivating and stunning corner of Staffordshire, including unforgettable family days out, mouth-watering menus, and luxurious hotels. Ramblers Retreat A family-run…

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Seven Top Holiday Cottages in Staffordshire

Are you in the mood for a break, now the longer, brighter days of Spring are here? Looking for somewhere different for your staycation this year? With its unique blend of beautiful countryside, fascinating heritage, and thrilling family days out, Staffordshire is perfect for a UK short break, and…

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Major city centre library plans revealed

Plans to redevelop City Central Library, in Hanley, include 96 one and two-bedroom apartments, a gym and nursery facilities. It is hoped that the £1.3 million site will also be able to host a restaurant and other leisure facilities, subject to planning approval. The vision – showing what City…

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