Alton Towers
Alton
Staffordshire
ST10 4DB
United Kingdom
Tel: 0871 222 9910
Alton Towers, between Stoke and Uttoxeter in Staffordshire, is one of Europe’s top theme parks, and one of the UK’s most popular tourist attractions. There are rides and shows to suit all ages, from the terrifying Nemesis and Oblivion white knuckle rides to the more sedate attractions for younger children. There is also a huge tropical water park with rides and slides, and corporate events at the park are a speciality.
Churnet Valley Railway
Cheddleton Station
Station Road
Cheddleton
Staffordshire
ST13 7EE
United Kingdom
Tel: 01538 360522
The Churnet Valley Railway, near Leek in North Staffordshire, is a preserved railway operating from Leek Brook to Kingsley & Froghall station. Relax and take in the rolling scenery as the fleet of beautifully restored steam locos do the hard work, under the watchful eye of a dedicated group of enthusiasts. A programme of special events and open days runs throughout the year.
Mill Meece Steam Engines
Cotes Heath
Eccleshall
Staffordshire
ST21 6QU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01785 617171
Mill Meece pumping station and steam engines can be found in the Staffordshire village of Mill Meece, a few miles to the west of Stone. Here you will find a superb collection of stationary engines and a giant pumping engine, which dates from 1912. There are open days throughout the year when these fabulous relics from our industrial past are once again brought into life, and make an excellent day out for the whole family.
National Brewery Centre
Horninglow Street
Burton-upon-Trent
Staffordshire
DE14 1NG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01283 532 880
Burton-upon-Trent has for centuries been one of England’s most prolific brewing towns and the National Brewery Centre, formerly the Coors Visitors Centre and the Bass Museum, gives visitors the opportunity to discover more about the region’s brewing heritage. It also provides the chance to experience first-hand the blend of traditional expertise and modern technology that goes into today’s brewing industry.
Waterworld
Festival Park
Etruria
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST1 5PU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01782 205 747
Waterworld, in Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire, is the UK’s number one water park, and makes a fun day out for the whole family. Set in the town’s Festival Park, it has more than 30 rides, slides and attractions to suit all ages, and is kept at a constant sultry 86 Fahrenheit, so it can be enjoyed all year round, no matter what the weather is like.
Wedgwood Visitor Centre
Barlaston
Staffordshire
ST12 9ES
United Kingdom
Another famous name from the world of pottery forever associated with Stoke-on-Trent is Wedgwood; the Wedgwood Visitor Centre can be found at the heart of a 200 acre estate to the south of the town. The fascinating history of the company is revealed in a series of displays and exhibitions, and the unique skills and crafts are explained.