Pictures of Staffordshire

About the county of Staffordshire

In the Northern parts of central England lies the county of Staffordshire. The picturesque county town of Stafford offers something for everyone from Historic stately homes and ancient castles to beautiful gardens and exciting theme parks. In the
town of Stoke-on-Trent you will find the famous visitor centres of fine porcelain such as Wedgewood, Spode and Royal Doulton known as 'The Potteries'. The nearby 'Alton Towers' theme park boasts over 150 rides and attractions and offers a great family day out. The city of Lichfield has many attractions including 'Lichfield Cathedral, the only medieval English Cathedral with three spires.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Staffordshire

Norton in the Moors (6 Pictures)

in the county of Staffordshire

Norton-in-the-Moors is exactly what its name implies - it is an old village set on the side of a windswept hill with far reaching views over rolling countryside towards the Peak District...

Tamworth (32 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Staffordshire

In the 8th century the Saxon Kingdom of Mercia was ruled from Tamworth. Later in AD 913, a fortress was built here by the daughter of King Alfred...

Tutbury (50 Pictures)

in the county of Staffordshire

This picturesque little town in the Dove Valley is dominated by the ruins of the medieval castle...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Staffordshire

Alton Castle (5 Pictures)

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Lichfield Cathedral (112 Pictures)

Most recently Lichfield Cathedral has been the scene of an important archaeological find which has astounded the world of.....

Shugborough Estate (37 Pictures)

Shugborough Hall with its vast surrounding estate has been the seat of the Earls of Lichfield, the Anson family, ever since it.....

The National Memorial Arboretum (79 Pictures)

Located in the heart of the country, the National Memorial Arboretum comprises 150 acres of trees and memorials devoted to the.....

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