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For details of events in the Staffordshire countryside over the next few months select "Events Diary". Local Tourist Attractions include:
All information is given in good faith but we cannot be held responsible for errors/ommissions. Please check details before visiting any attractions.
Prepare yourself for Britain's no.1 theme park - ALTON TOWERS, set in 500 acres of beautiful Staffordshire countryside. Enter a world of magic, excitement, thrills and surprises. Alton Towers is open 7 days a week from end March to end October inclusive. The park grounds are open from 9.30am until one hour after the rides and attractions close. The rides are open from 10.00am; closing times are shown daily and are available upon request.
For further information please call on 08705 20 40 60.
Book in advance to guarantee show seats and Fastrack - please call 0870 444 44 55 or visit our website at www.altontowers.comSpinball Whizzer. Riders will get to feel like a ball being catapulted along a 470-metre track at speeds of up to 60km per hour! each car will spin through 360 degrees whilst hurtling along the track, creating a unique ride experience every time.
Drayton Manor Theme Park .
Drayton Manor Theme Park is one the most popular theme parks in the country and features some of the biggest, wettest and scariest rides around. Apocalypse (named as "Britain's scariest ride" by the Sunday Times) the world's first stand up tower drop. Stormforce 10 - the UK's fastest wet knuckle ride and Shockwave - Europe's only stand up roller coaster, is not for the faint-hearted!
There's fantastic family entertainment with Excalibur - a Dragon's Tale, the Pirate Adventure and Robinsons land is packed with fun for the youngsters. Plus museums, a garden centre, shops, cafes, restaurants and Drayton Manor Zoo - home to over 100 different species from all over the world.
Voted "Best UK Attraction for Children" by Group Leisure readers, it's no wonder that Drayton Manor Theme Park is such a briliant day out!
Cannock Chase, an "Area of Oustanding natural beauty" has miles of woodland and heath where Britain's largest herd of fallow deer roam free. The Chase has three Visitor Centres, together with the headquarters of the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust which offers walking holidays in Staffordshire.
Explore the wilder parts of Cannock Chase and discover some of its secrets, spot the wild fallow deer and other wildlife. Safaris are 2-hour midweek trips with the Rangers, for a minimum of 6 people. For more details contact the Head Ranger at Cannock Chase Visitor Centre (Mac Hulme TEL: 01543 871773)
Wall Roman Site (Letocetum) - English Heritage
The remains of an important staging post on Watling Street, the Roman Military street to North Wales, including an inn and bathhouse. Display of finds in site museum. Picnic area and audio tour available. Shop.
Open: Contact site for details and special event days.
Closed: Closed November to March
Admission: National Trust Members admitted free other than special events days. Small charge for others.
Address: Off A5 at Wall
Lichfield
Staffordshire
WS14 0AW
Telephone: 01543 480768
Web Site: http://www.english-heritage.org.ukA unique experience. Explore the hands-on activities in Bizarreland, and learn how clay is transformed into china. Discover the past, present and future of ceramics in the stunning interactive displays.
Open: Exhibition open Monday to Saturday 9.30-5.00; Sunday 10.30-4.30. Shop open Monday to Saturday 9.30-5.30; Sunday 10.30-4.30.
Admission: charges applicable.
Address: Market Place
Burslem
Stoke-on-Trent
ST6 3DS
Telephone: 01782 832001
Fax: 01782 823300
Web Site: http://www.ceramicauk.com
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MULTI-AWARD WINNING A real children's paradise with animals and fun. Bottle feeding lambs, milking, egg collecting and animal handling, plus the famous Sheep Steeplechase. Junior Quad bikes, craft and play areas, gift shop and tea room. Visit Hoo Farm at Halloween and Christmas World from 23rd November onwards. Directions signposted M54 Junction 6, A442 at Leegomery, A518 at Donnington.
Open: March - December, 10.00am - 6.00pm (5.00pm in winter)
Address: Preston on the Weald Moors
Telford
Shropshire
TF6 6DJ
Telephone: 01952 677917
Fax: 01952 677944
Web Site: http://www.hoofarm.comOver 1,000 animals, many endangered species, pets corner and children's adventure playground. Gift shops, cafeterias, licensed bar, picnic areas, plus summer attractions. Located on A444 Burton - Nuneaton Road off M42 J 11.
Open: Daily March - October 10.00 - 6.00, November - February 10.00 - 4.00
Admission: Please call for price information.
Address: Atherstone
Warwickshire
CV9 3PX
Telephone: 01827 880250
Fax: 01827 880700
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Weston Park is one of England's finest historic houses set in parkland created by 'Capability' Brown. With a rich history that reveals a little of itself at every corner within this magnificent house and the most inviting gardens in the region, Weston Park is a treasure waiting to be discovered. Weston Park is situated on the A5 at Weston-under-Lizard, just 30 minutes from Central Birmingham 3 miles off M54, Junction 3 & 8 miles off M6 Junction 12.
Park & Gardens : 11am - 6.30pm
Last admission 5pmHouse : 1pm - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pmShugborough, Milford, near Stafford, ST17 0XB
Telephone 01889 881 388Shugborough Re-Opens daily for our season March through to Oct
Experience life "below stairs" in the servants' quarters. museum and working farm at Shugborough, then tour the ancestral home to the fifth Earl and photographer Patrick Lichfield, and explore the magnificent state rooms.Learn the story of beer and brewing in Burton upon Trent, Formerly the Bass Museum, the Coors Visitor Centre house the UK's premier museum of brewing and offers aunique blend of living heritage; visit the Shire Horse Stables, explore the Museum Micro Brewery, authentic Cooperage and vintage vehicle collection.
Open: Open: Daily from 10.00am to 6.00pm (last entry 4.00pm)
Closed: 24-26 December and 1 January.
Admission: Free admission for all (excluding some special events, children 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult at all times).
Address: Cosford
Shifnal
Telford
Shropshire
TF11 8UP
Telephone: 01902 376200
Fax: 01902 376211
Email: cosford@rafmuseum.org
Web Site: http://www.rafmuseum.org
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At the centre of the elegant city of Lichfield is the magnificent mediaeval Cathedral, surrounded by historic buildings including the birthplace of Samuel Johnson and Erasmus Darwin House.
Haunted houses and dramatic castles tell tales of a bloody past. Tamworth Castle is Staffordshire's most complete castle. You can explore the dungeons and rooms dating from Norman times, meet 'Mary Queen of Scots' at Tutbury Castle or join a ghost hunt - if you dare! Overnight Ghost Hunts at Tamworth Castle throughout the year. Contact: 01827 709581
Dramatic Norman castle with later additions, fifteen rooms to explore. Reputedly haunted by two female ghosts! With quizzes, rubbings, clothes to try on and a dungeon, there's lots for everyone.
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 12.00 - 5.15 mid February to 31 October. Last admission 4.30 daily. Restricted winter opening.
Admission: Please call for information on opening times throughout the year and prices
Notes: Please enquire about opening times in November, December, January and early February.
Address: The Holloway
Ladybank
Tamworth
Staffordshire
B79 7NA
Telephone: 01827 709629
Fax: 01827 709630
Email: heritage@tamworth.gov.uk
Web Site: http://www.tamworth.gov.uk/tamworthleisureDiscover 900 years of history. Originally a motte and bailey castle, the stone keep was destroyed during the Civil War. The purpose built Visitor Centre displays artefacts from archaeological excavations and contains a fascinating audio-visual presentation, scale models and hands-on equipment. Mediaeval herb garden. Attractive souvenir shop. School and group visits.
Open: Apr-Oct, Tues-Sun, 10.00am-5.00pm. Nov-Mar, Sat & Sun, 10.00am-4.00pm. Bank Holidays 10.00am-4.00pm
Address: Newport Road
Stafford
Staffordshire
ST16 1DJ
Telephone: 01785 257698
Fax: 01785 257698
Email: castlebc@btconnect.com
Web Site: http://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/castle
Telford Ice Rink is conveniently located in the Town Centre, next to the Telford International Centre and Telford Town Park.
By Public Transport:
Regular buses run into the Town Centre. Travel enquiries can be made by calling 01952 200005 or http://www.Telford.gov.uk/FreeTime/PublicTransport/TravelinkBy Car:
From the M54: exit at Junction 4 (signposted Telford) and take the 2nd exit off the island - following the sign for the Town Centre. After 3rd island (Holiday Inn) go right, past the Telford International Centre and at the traffic lights turn left and then first right (signposted Telford ice Rink) onto the Ice Rink car park.Email: Information
Telephone: 01952 291511
Fax: 01952 291543
Address: St. Quentin Gate, Town Centre, Telford TF3 4JQThe SnowDome in Tamworth offers real snow all year round. Ski, snowboarding... or try tobogganing or adrenalin tubing, fun for everyone with no experience needed!
Ski, Snowboard, Toboggan or go Snow Tubing, all on real snow. With a 170 metre indoor snow slope it’s a true Alpine experience for all the family. Tuition available, free equipment hire, Alpine Bars/Restaurants and ski shop. And now you can Ice Skate too! Please call for further details & booking. Lessons and fun activities should be pre-booked
Open: 7 days a week 9.00am - 11.00pm
Closed: Christmas Day
Admission: please call for information.
Address: Leisure Island
River Drive
Tamworth
Staffordshire
B79 7ND
Telephone: 08705 000011
Fax: 01827 62549
Email: info@snowdome.co.uk
Web Site: http://www.snowdome.co.ukA delightful museum, illustrating the history of Cannock Chase from mediaeval hunting forest to 19th Century coalfield. Circular walks, coffee shop, tourist information, disabled access, temporary exhibitions, picnic area, gift shop, nature reserve and exhibitions.New toys gallery.
Open: Daily Easter - September 11.00am - 5.00pm, October to Easter Mon - Fri 11.00am - 4.00pm
Admission: Free except for guided groups. Schools and educational prices: call the Bookings Officer.
Notes: Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Address: Valley Road
Hednesford
Cannock
Staffordshire
WS12 5TD
Telephone: 01543 877666
Fax: 01543 428272
Email: museum@cannockchasedc.gov.uk
Web Site: http://www.museumofcannockchase.co.ukAt the award winning visitor attraction at Wedgwood you can experience the state-of-the-art in 21st Century ceramics manufacture. The Courtyards at Spode are home to the oldest pottery still on its original site. You can also see an extensive collection of figures at Royal Doulton. Manufacturers such as Aynsley and Moorcroft, offer factory tours whilst for bargain hunters, there are over 30 factory shops, offering both best quality and seconds at unbeatable prices.
Visit some of The Potteries award winning museums. The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery houses an unrivalled collection of Staffordshire ceramics, whilst the Gladstone Working Pottery Museum is the only Victorian pottery factory to remain intact with its original workshops, cobbled courtyards and huge bottle kilns.
The German Cemetery near Broadhurst Green, on Cannock Chase is a memorial to some 5,000 German war dead, where the servicemen's graves are marked by headstones of belgian granite, set in plots of heather and tended by gardeners.
The cemetery is a tribute to the spirit of co-operation existing between the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and the Volksbund Deutsche Kriegsgraberfürsorge (German War Graves Commission).Each year since the memorial was established in 1962, parties of young Germans, have come to Staffordshire and have worked on the grave plots under guidance of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission caretaker.
The Grand Theatre Box Office is situated in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton and is open Monday - Saturday 10am - 8pm
Tickets can be bought in person, or by calling the Box Office number: 01902 42 92 12Come to Waterworld, the UK's No. 1 aqua park and ride Nucleus, the sensational indoor water rollercoaster. Check out the new Aqua Splash Jungle House and enjoy wet and wild flume rides, slides and rapids for the whole family. Consisting of 12 unique features and rides. Ideal for the young ones. Twister - a white knuckle ride, 5 seconds of thrills and spills.
Admission: Opening times and admission prices contact the hotline: 01782 205747
Address: Festival Park, Festival Way
Etruria
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST1 5PU
Telephone: 01782 205747
Fax: 01782 201815
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