Browsing local shops within 8 miles of Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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!

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

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.

Hazelhurst Cottage, Denford, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 7JT, Tel: 01538 385388, Email, www.hazelhurstcottage.co.uk

Explore the Caldon Canal and the Churnet Valley on "Joshua", a 35 ft day hire narrowboat taking up to 10 people for self drive trips. Fully equiped including toilet, kettle, hob.

260 Lichfield Road, Barton Under Needwood, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8ED, Tel: 01283 711702, Email, www.nationalforestllamatreks.co.uk

We offer guided nature walks in beautiful surroundings. Our llamas carry a buffet picnic and chairs to make the stroll more enjoyable. You feel calmer when you walk with a llama.

Alrewas, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 7DN, Tel: 01827 252247, Email, www.waterscape.com

Fradley Junction is the site of the award winning Fradley Pool Nature Reserve, Canalside Cafe, Gift Shop and Information Centre.

Castleton to Rochester, Tel: 01629 816558, Email

Walk Route: 46 miles

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.

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.

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

C/o South Staffordshire Water, Waters Road, Abbots Bromley, Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 3DU, Tel: 01922 638282, www.blithfieldeducationcentre.co.uk

Blithfield is a large reservoir owned by the South Staffs Water PLC, situated approximately 4 miles North of Rugeley in Staffordshire. The reservoir is divided roughly in half by a causeway. One side is a nature reserve.

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.

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.