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Read which businesses have been crowned at 2026 Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards.
Staffordshire is an enticing combination of high-speed thrills, breath-taking views, eye-opening history, fascinating heritage, menus to savour, and more! VisitStaffordshire.com is the official tourism site for Staffordshire, with everything you need to know, including things to do, what's on, places to stay and where to eat. So come on in and start planning your next Staffordshire adventure, in the UK's biggest and best playground!
Take an adrenaline pumping ride on some of the world’s best rollercoasters, and a relaxing walk among free-roaming endangered species. Get to know well-loved children’s TV characters, make a splash in a tropical aqua park, or chill out on real snow all-year round. Explore 1000 years of Staffordshire history in ancient cathedrals, medieval castles and magnificent stately homes, or potter around factory shops from world-famous brands. Discover surprising Royal connections and tales of daring escapes, or get a Taste of Staffordshire™, with tantalising menus and ales to savour at the home of UK brewing.
Switch off as you wander around glorious gardens and along miles of stunning waterways and immerse yourself in award winning theatre productions. Admire the creativity of centuries-old pottery firms and have a go yourself at the potter’s wheel or reflect on an uplifting tour of memorials to our military heroes.
Indulge with some retail therapy in quirky timber lodges, boutique stores and the biggest designer brands, and re-energise with luxurious treatments in our invigorating spas. Staffordshire’s packed with world-class attractions, unforgettable family days out and incredible adventures in the beating heart of the country!
Explore our Destinations Not sure which area of Staffordshire to explore first? Check out the Explore our Destinations section detailing what you can expect in each of our unique boroughs and districts. From vast expanses of stunning countryside to vibrant cities, towns and villages Staffordshire has everything to make your trip active, adventurous and fun!
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What do we have to offer? In Staffordshire you'll find some of the UK's best countryside and family attractions, perfect for your mini break. It's time to begin your adventure!
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Whatever the weather Staffordshire always has something special to discover, all year round, that we know you will just love!
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There's enough shopping in Staffordshire to satisfy any shopaholic. You'll find your favourite brands alongside quirky independents, bargains galore in traditional market towns and factory shops, and quality local produce and unique souvenirs at farmers and artisan markets.
Use VisitStaffordshire.com to plan your perfect Staffordshire short break or day trip. Our Things To Do section features our attractions, activities, experiences, shopping and entertainment.
The Whats On guide includes all the best events in Staffordshire, with a handy search tool to help you build your own itinerary.
Find and book places to stay in the Accommodation section and identify much-needed spots for refuelling in Food & Drink.
The Be Inspired section is packed with suggestions from our local destination experts, while there are ideas and itineraries in our Blog, and Plan Your Visit can answer those all-important questions about your trip.
Getting to Staffordshire couldn’t be easier. Our central location in the heart of Britain means you can get here in no time, whether you’re coming by air, sea, road or rail.
Staffordshire has excellent road and rail links from London and other major UK cities – the capital is just 90 minutes away by train, and the M1 and M6 motorways are not far away.
We are also close to Manchester Airport, Birmingham Airport, East Midlands Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport, as well as Liverpool’s sea port if you’re travelling by boat.
Find out more in our Travel Information section.
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