Local Attractions
Out and About
There is so much to do and see within 40 minutes of Croft Meadows Farm you will be spoilt for choice.
Here are a few ideas
to inspire you:
Thrill seekers
Whether it’s white knuckle rollercoasters or Charlie and Lola’s home, an action-packed day is guaranteed at Alton Towers. Pre-booking is recommended during school holidays.
Don your walking boots
Just on the doorstep of one of the UK’s greatest treasures, The Peak District. Breathtaking views, family activities and events taking place throughout the year.
Off to space
Jodrell Bank is home to the giant Lovell telescope a familiar feature of the Cheshire landscape and an internationally renowned landmark in the world of astronomy. A fantastic day of discovery for all ages.
On your bike
Whether it’s a gentle cycle on the pathways of the Manifold Valley or mountain biking down steep trails of Stanage Plantation, bikers of all levels are guaranteed plenty of action.
Stately Homes
We are spoilt for choice for stately homes and national treasures, from the Grandeur of Chatsworth house (don’t miss their amazing farm shop) to the Tudor engineering feat of Little Moreton Hall. Amazing grounds to explore, houses to discover and lashings of tea and cake.
Trentham Gardens
How do we begin to describe Trentham Gardens? Beautiful Italian gardens described by Alan Titchmarsh as ‘One of the UK’s must-see gardens’, shopping village and a monkey forest. This award winning attraction is a great day out anytime of the year.
Railway Children
Described as ‘more than just a railway’, Churnet Valley Railway takes you on a journey back to the classic days of railway travel on a rural line that passes through beautiful countryside known as Staffordshire’s “Little Switzerland”. With a number of special events taking place through the year plus the chance to fulfill your lifelong ambition to drive a steam locomotive!
The Potteries
Stoke on Trent is the world capital of pottery and home to a number of factory shops and visitor centres including Emma Bridgewater and Wedgewood. No trip to Staffordshire is complete without a visit to one of the museums or visitor centres.
Rudyard Lake
Only a 15 minute drive or an hour’s walk from the cottage, Rudyard Lake is a waters lover’s delight from fishing, to boating, canoeing and even lake swimming at certain times of the year. Beautiful wooded walks with plenty of wildlife to look out for.
