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Attractions in Blithfield & Things to Do in Blithfield
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Museum of Cannock Chase
(6 Miles)*
Trace the Chase - Why not visit our new Heritage Lottery Funded Local History Gallery, and find out about the history of the Cannock Chase area? Interactive displays tell the story of our area. |
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The Ancient High House
(7 Miles)*
Stafford's Ancient High House has been one of the most important buildings of the town for over four hundred years. Its late Elizabethan architecture makes it particularly distinctive among its 20th century neighbours. |
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Stafford Castle & Visitors Centre
(8 Miles)*
This prominent vantage point and strategic site was quickly recognised by the Normans, who built a huge timber fortress here by 1100 AD. Extensively rebuilt in the Gothic Revival Style in 1813, the castle fell into ruin through this century. |
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Sudbury Hall
(9 Miles)*
The ideal family day out - an intriguing house, an entertaining museum and a restful garden. |
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National Trust Museum of Childhood
(9 Miles)*
Situated in the 19th century service wing of Sudbury Hall, the Museum of Childhood is a delight for all ages with something for everyone. |
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National Memorial Arboretum
(9 Miles)*
Located in the heart of the country, the National Memorial Arboretum comprises 150 acres of trees and memorials devoted to the concept of Remembrance. |
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Letocetum Roman Site
(10 Miles)*
The foundations of an inn and bath house can be seen at Wall Roman Site. The inn provided overnight accommodation for travelling Roman officials and imperial messengers. |
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Izaak Walton's Cottage
(11 Miles)*
Izaac Walton is best remembered for writing the 'The Compleat Angler' which was completed in 1653. The following year he bought the Halfhead Estate which included the cottage. |
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The Alton Towers Resort is to launch two brand new attractions for the 2012 season when the Theme Park re-opens on 24th March. |
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Foxfield Steam Railway
(13 Miles)*
Experience the nostalgia of this unique Heritage Steam Railway for a five and a half mile round journey, winding gently through some of North Staffordshire's most picturesque countryside. |
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Moseley Old Hall
(13 Miles)*
This atmospheric, Elizabethan farmhouse has amazing stories to tell about what life was like in the 17th century. |
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Moseley Old Hall
(13 Miles)*
The old redbrick Elizabethan farmhouse known as Moseley Old Hall has seen many historic events during its 400-year history. Built by merchant Henry Pitt in 1600. |
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SnowDome
(14 Miles)*
The SnowDome in Tamworth is the ultimate snow, ice and leisure experience. Whether it's a fun packed day on the snow, a family outing on the ice or a dip in the swimming pool, the SnowDome provides fun for all! |
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The New Art Gallery Walsall
(14 Miles)*
The New Art Gallery Walsall opened in February 2000 in the heart of Walsall town centre. A unique civic building for Walsall, the gallery is also a rare example of a brand-new building for the millennial arts. |
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Tamworth Castle
(15 Miles)*
Tamworth Castle is the number one heritage attraction located in the town centre of Tamworth. A visit to Tamworth Castle any time day or night is packed full of fun, mystery and adventure. |
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Boscobel House
(15 Miles)*
Boscobel House was built in about 1632, when John Giffard of Whiteladies converted a timber-framed farmhouse into a hunting lodge. |
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Drayton Manor Theme Park
(16 Miles)*
For total family entertainment visit the award-winning Drayton Manor Theme Park, near Tamworth, Staffordshire. |
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Wolverhampton Racecourse
(16 Miles)*
Wolverhampton Racecourse is Britain's first floodlit horse racing track bringing you the thrills of racing, day and night. |
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Weston Park
(16 Miles)*
Visit Weston Park, set in the spectacular Shropshire countryside, and you will marvel at the beautiful Seventeenth Century House and the splendour of the 1,000 acre Parkland in which it rests. |
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Wolverhampton Art Gallery
(16 Miles)*
Established in 1884, Wolverhampton Art Gallery is an award winning hands-on art gallery situated in Wolverhampton city centre. |
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Bilston Craft Gallery
(16 Miles)*
Bilston Craft Gallery is the largest dedicated craft venue in the region. |
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Middleton Hall
(17 Miles)*
The Hall has an interesting architectural history with its earliest buildings dating from c.1300 and other buildings dating from the sixteenth century and the early nineteenth century. |
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Ash End House Children's Farm
(17 Miles)*
Touch, see, smell feel and experience all the sights and sounds of a farm. Ash End House Farm is organised specially for children. |
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Bantock House Museum
(17 Miles)*
Restored to its stunning Edwardian glory, Bantock House is hidden deep within Bantock Park. Visitors are invited to explore this delightful home of the Bantock family. |
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Emma Bridgewater Factory
(17 Miles)*
The Emma Bridgewater factory lies in the heart of the historic Stoke Potteries region, in a sunny Victorian factory on the banks of the Caldon Canal. |
Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Blithfield and things to do in Blithfield (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.
So if you're wondering what to do in Blithfield, simply click on some of the links on this page to see detailed information on places to go.
As you can see, there's plenty of ideas for family days out in Blithfield and the surrounding area - so you need never be short of places to go and things to do in Blithfield again.
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