Browsing local shops within 8 miles of Lichfield Heritage Centre

Festival Park, Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST1 5PU, Tel: 0844 496 1000, Email, www.waterworld.co.uk

The UK's number 1 indoor aqua theme park. It has over 30 rides and attractions including the mighty Nucleus, outdoor pool, aqua disco, and cafe.

Birches Valley Forest Centre, Lady Hill, Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 2UQ, Tel: 0845 643 9215, Email, goape.co.uk/days-out/cannock

Go Ape offers up to 3 hours of tree top fun. Its a great way to get outdoors and have an adventure. You can enjoy our Tree Top Adventure and Forest Segways at Cannock Chase.

Hulme End, Hartington, SK17 0EZ, Tel: 01538 483740, www.staffsmoorlands.gov.uk

A deep limestone valley of steeply wooded slopes and towering rock pinnacles. Perfect for walks and cycling

Stafford Driving Centre, Clanford Road, Seighford, Staffordshire, Staffordshire, ST18 9QE, Tel: 0870 3600360, Email, www.driveme.co.uk

Driveme are one of the leading suppliers of driving experience in the UK. We give adults and children the chance to drive cars they dream of owning including supercars, rally cars, and 4 X 4 vehicles.

Barton under Needwood, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8BW, Tel: 01283 711500, Email, www.waterfrontbarton.co.uk

Staffordshire’s unique canal-side attraction with something for everyone Barton Marina is the home of The Waterfront Pub and Restaurant, with super shopping facilities and fabulous walks around the marina, lakes and woodlands.

Brown End Farm, Waterhouses, Nr Leek, Staffordshire, ST10 3JR, Tel: 01538 308313, Email, www.manifoldcycling-brownendfarm.co.uk

Friendly, family run cycle hire centre with direct access to the scenic Manifold Track.

Castle Hill, Nantwich Road, Audley, Staffordshire, ST7 8DH, Tel: 01782 722226, Email, www.peakpursuits.co.uk

Beginners and advanced climbers can climb all year round in North Staffordshire. Kids club, birthday parties and groups welcome. Courses and instructed sessions for beginners. Cafe and shop on site. Free Parking.

Chaseside Stables, Teddesley Coppice, Penkridge, Staffordshire, ST19 5RP, Tel: 01785 711177, www.cannockchasehorsetrekking.com

Join us for the ultimate horse riding experience trekking through the tranquil forest of Cannock Chase. We have an excellent selection of horses and ponies. All abilities catered for.

The Fishing Lodge, Tittesworth Water, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8SH, Tel: 01782 722226, Email, www.peakpursuits.co.uk

Peak Pursuits Ltd. provide adventurous outdoor activities and holidays in the Peak District and Staffordshire. Our highly experienced, fully qualified, enthusiastic leaders, guarantee the highest standards of safety and delivery.

Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB, Tel: 0871 222 3330, www.altontowers.com

New for 2013, dont miss the brand new 'world first' roller coster-The Smiler- arriving at the Resort.

Wood Lane, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8BD, Tel: 01889 562561, Email, www.uttoxeter-racecourse.co.uk

Uttoxeter Racecourse has something for everyone. Whether you are new to racing, like to enjoy a special day out or you are a loyal follower of the Sport of Kings, come along to Uttoxeter and you are guaranteed a day of fun and excitement.

Various locations, throughout, Staffordshire, WS11 1TJ, Email, www.treasuretrails.co.uk

Treasure Trails is the unique, award winning activity for everyone. Have fun solving the clues; you could win a cash prize!! if you're looking for something different, try Treasure Trails.

Just off Bassetts Pole Island,, Bassetts Pole, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B75 5SA, Tel: 0121 3231000, Email, www.npfextreme.co.uk

National Paintball Fields is the UK's number 1 paintball and laser combat attraction based in Sutton Coldfield. Play different movie themed action packed adventure maps from only £12.50 per player.

Leisure Island, River Drive, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7ND, Tel: 08705 000011, Email, www.snowdome.co.uk

The ultimate snow, ice and leisure experience. Whether it's a fun packed day on the snow, family outing on the ice or a dip in the pool, the SnowDome provides fun for all! All you need is a sense of adventure!

Britannia Stadium, Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4EG, Tel: 0871 663 2007, Email, www.stokecityfc.com

Stoke City clinched promotion to the Premier League by finishing as 2007/08 runners up in the Football League Championship. Now as an established Premiership team, 'The Potters' are regular hosts to some of the biggest names in football.

Postern Road, Tatenhill, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SJ, Tel: 01283 533933, Email, www.adventurefarm.co.uk/about-us

The National Forest Adventure Farm near Burton upon Trent offers exciting indoor play, outdoor play and farm animals. The Farm hosts many events throughout the year, including, during the summer months, one of the largest themed Maize Mazes

Tittesworth Visitor Centre, Meerbrook, Nr Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 8SW, Tel: 01538 300400, www.stwater.co.uk

An ideal part of a great day out in the Peak District National Park. There's something for everyone to enjoy; visitor centre, restaurant, gift shop, children's play area and easy access walks.

Whitehouse Farm, Thorncliffe, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8UW, Tel: 01538 300028, Email, www.simplywalk.co.uk

With Simply Walk... you can walk at your own pace with no burdensome sack and concentrate on enjoying the Peak District and your own company. In the background we will arrange your accommodation, advice on where to eat.

Stoke-on-Trent to Froghall Wharf, Staffordshire, ST10 2HQ, www.waterwaysleisure.com/waterway/caldon-canal/

Built in 1776, the Caldon Canal is widely seen as one of the most interesting waterways in the country. Very much a canal of contrasts, it begins in the centre of the Potteries passing through remote countryside and the Churnet Valley.

Scotia Road, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 4ET, Tel: 01782 233500, Email, www.stoke.gov.uk/dimensions

Local authority leisure centre, with facilities consisting of leisure pool with inter-active water play features, cafe bar, children's indoor play tower, party room, sports hall and sensory room for children with disabilities.

Cheshire, Staffordshire, Shropshire, CW8 3QP, Tel: 01925 847700

The canal lies in the counties of Staffordshire, Shropshire and Cheshire It links the canal system at Wolverhampton, with the River Mersey and Manchester Ship Canal at Ellesmere Port, 66 miles (106 km) distant.

Planters Garden Centre, Trinity Road, Freakley, Tamworth, B78 2EY, Tel: 01827 251511, Email

Experience the high level thrills of Planters Sky Trail Adventure. This great attraction for the whole family is one of the only nine found in the country. If your after an adrenalin rush. Rise to the challenge.

Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 5HH, Tel: 01538 483741, Email, totally-locally.co.uk/leek/

An historic market town with a reputation for unusual shops, antiques, good food and award winning teashops. With connections to William Morris, James Brindley, Thomas Wardle and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Fradley, Nr Lichfield, Staffordshire, Tel: 01543 264280, www.curborough.co.uk

Britain's premier speed sprint motor sport venue. All types of cars compete here at regular events for you to watch.

Hamstall Ridware, Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 3RT, Tel: 01889 504000, Email, www.team-action.co.uk

Exciting 720 metre racing circuit with race timing system. Over 5 miles. ATV track through rugged terrain and wild water. Club house with conference facilities and food available.

Wycliffe Hall, Wycliffe Street, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 3ET, Tel: 01782 938491, Email, www.kilnworx.org

Kilnworx is Staffordshire's newest and largest indoor climbing centre with over 75 routes equipped for top rope, lead & sport climbing, complete with traversing wall & abseil stations. Ideal for beginners and advanced climbers.