Ironbridge and the Blitz Hill museums are 10 miles from the Old Vicarage.
Weston Park is 3 miles.
Cannock Chase can be accessed easily for walking, rambling and mountain biking.
Shugborough Hall There are many events held at Shugborough during the year, from outdoor musical extravaganzas and magnificent firework displays to smaller fun events at Shugborough’s farm. Balloon flights go up regularly from the grounds. www.shugborough.org.uk
Many other National Trust properties a short drive away. Mosley Old Hall, Sudbury Hall, Whitwick Manor, Little Moreton Hall to name a few. Also historic buildings such as Boscobel House
Lichfield Cathedral and the historic city is always worth a visit.
Wedgwood museum at Barlaston is less than 20mins by car. Stoke-on-Trent and the world famous pottery industry is within easy reach.
Many craft centres are close, also antique stores and markets.
Stafford, Telford and Shrewsbury have excellent shops.
For the more adventurous Alton Towers is a must for a day out.
Or relax at Hoar Cross Hall health spa.
Theatre goers will find plenty of good theatres. The New Vic theatre at Newcastle and the Regent Theatre at Stoke on Trent. The Garrick at Lichfield, Pipe Ridware a small country theatre and others at Stafford and Cannock.
The area has many good pubs and restaurants to suit all pockets.
Cannock war memorial burial ground is only a few miles away.
Cosford Aerospace museum is easily reached.
Wolverhampton is 8 miles, Telford 12 miles, Stafford 10 miles.
Bridgnorth and the Severn Valley Railway is a great day out for all ages.
