What is Staffordshire famous for?
Staffordshire is known for being home to Alton Towers, which is the UK’s largest theme park. Another key attraction is Drayton Manor Resort, which includes both a theme park and a zoo. There are also plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors with the over 45 nature reserves Staffordshire is home to. These include the National Forest Adventure Farm in Burton-on-Trent as well as The Pennines Mountain Range.
Transport options in Staffordshire
Staffordshire boasts 19 different train stations, with those living in the county enjoying a straightforward commute to some of the UK’s largest cities, including Birmingham, Manchester and London.
The county benefits from its proximity to Manchester airport, with Birmingham airport being similarly close by.
Shopping in Staffordshire
With its vibrant street markets and shopping centres, Staffordshire offers a diverse shopping experience.
In towns and cities like Stafford, Rugeley, Cannock, Lichfield, and Newcastle-under-Lyme, you’ll find some excellent shopping centres. But at its core, Staffordshire is a county of market towns, with Newcastle-under-Lyme having hosted a market since 1173, with over 80 stalls.
Then there’s Stafford, which regularly holds street markets in the town centre. We highly recommend, if you’re considering a move to Stafford, to explore the Trentham Shopping Village. A unique outdoor shopping park, Trentham is home to an eclectic mix of independent and high street brands.
Where’s the best place to live in Staffordshire if you’re looking to...”
Live in the city?
• Stoke-on-Trent – is the northernmost city in Staffordshire. The city is situated between Manchester (an hour drive away) and Birmingham (a 50-minute drive away), with its train station offering direct routes to major other cities like London, Derby and Bristol.
• Lichfield – is a cathedral city with a very rural feel, being nestled within the Staffordshire countryside. Known for its proximity to the Cannock Chase National Landscape (a 20-minute drive from the city centre), it offers the best of both worlds to people looking to live in the city without losing that cosy hometown feel.
Live in a town?
• Burton-upon-Trent – is ideal for those who love the countryside. With several walking trails and cycling routes to explore, Burton-upon-Trent offers a quieter more community-centric lifestyle, perfect for those looking to raise a young family or escape the bustle of the city. Though slightly removed from city life, it’s certainly easy to get into the city from Burton-upon-Trent, with its train station offering direct services to the likes of Birmingham, Derby and Nottingham.
• Stafford – is well known for its historical landmarks, namely attractions like The Ancient High House – the largest Elizabethan townhouse in the UK – and Stafford Castle. With the rolling hills as a backdrop, this market town is a beautiful place to live and is just a 30-minute drive from Stoke-on-Trent. The town also has its own train stations, with trains getting you into cities like Manchester and Liverpool within an hour.
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