Browsing local shops within 8 miles of National Memorial Arboretum

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wood End Lane, Fradley Park, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 8NF, Tel: 01543 418419, Email, www.midlandkarting.co.uk

Midland Karting offers the opportunity to experience outdoor karting at its best on National and International circuits in professional karts that can reach 45 mph. Themed events throughout the year.

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.

Scotch Hills, Newchurch, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8RL, Tel: 01283 575237, www.bluebellwoodsyoxall.com

Three woodland walks provide access to a magical carpet of bluebells in spring which cover the woodland floor. Includes the Lake Walk.

Stanley Road, Stockton Brook, Stoke-on-Trent, ST9 9LJ, Tel: 01782 503158, Email, www.jackbarker.com/greenway

Greenway Hall 18 Hole Golf Course - golf how it used to be played. A traditional Moorland Course built in 1909 with spectacular views of the distant Peak District.

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.

Rudyard, Nr Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 8XB, Tel: 01538 306280, www.rudyardlake.com

Rudyard Lake provides some of the most dramatic scenery to be found in the Staffordshire Moorlands. Over two miles long and surrounded by woodland.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Castleton to Rochester, Tel: 01629 816558, Email

Walk Route: 46 miles

Armitage Park, Hawkesyard, Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 1PU, Tel: 01543 491911

200 acre Hawkesyard Estate offers a historical exciting and mysterious venue for all seasons for the whole family; golf, weddings, meetings and events. The newly restored gothic hall, a grade II listed building, beautiful manicured gardens