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Alton Towers
Alton,
Staffordshire,
ST10 4DB
Tel: 08705 204060
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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.
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Royal Doulton Factory Shop and Visitors Centre
Nile Street,
Burslem,
Staffordshire,
ST6 2AJ
Tel: 01782 292434
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Stoke-on-Trent was the world’s greatest pottery producing town, and the name of Royal Doulton has become synonymous with high quality, intricate fine china and decorative pieces. At the factory shop and visitors centre, visitors can gain a fascinating insight into the history and heritage of the industry, as well as seeing for themselves how the traditional crafts and skills are still practised today. There is also a factory shop, where these fine products may be purchased at a favourable price.
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Coors Visitors Centre and the Museum of Brewing
Horninglow Street,
Burton-upon-Trent,
Staffordshire,
DE14 1NG
Tel: 0845 6000598
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Burton-upon-Trent has for centuries been one of England’s most prolific brewing towns and the Coors Visitors Centre, formerly the Bass Museum, gives visitors the opportunity to discover more about the region’s brewing heritage and also experience first hand the blend of traditional expertise and modern technology that goes into today’s brewing industry.
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Churnet Valley Railway
Cheddleton Station,
Station Road,
Cheddleton,
Staffordshire,
ST13 7EE
Tel: 01538 360522
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The Churnet Valley Railway, near Leek in North Staffordshire, is a preserved railway operating from Leek Brook to Kingsley & Froghall stations. 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.
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Mill Meece Steam Engines
Cotes Heath,
Near Eccleshall,
Staffordshire,
ST21 6QU
Tel: 01785 617171
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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.
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Wedgwood Visitors Centre
Barlaston,
Stoke-on-Trent,
Staffordshire,
ST12 9ES
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Another famous name from the world of pottery forever associated with Stoke-on-Trent is Wedgwood; the Wedgwood Visitors 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.
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Waterworld
Festival Park,
Stoke-on-Trent,
Staffordshire,
ST1 5PU
Tel: 0871 7162611
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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.
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