Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of SnowDome

Wedgwood Drive, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER, Tel: 01782 282986, Email, www.wedgwoodvisitorcentre.com

At the Home of Wedgwood enjoy a guided tour around the working factory, explore our award winning interactive Museum and even have a go on the potter’s wheel! Include shopping and dining and there’s something for the whole family.

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.

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

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.

Rawdon Road, Moira, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6GA, Tel: 01283 216633, Email, www.visitconkers.com/tickets/general

A full day of adventures,1 20 acres of discovery in the National Forest. The enchanted Forest indoor adventure, the 450m barefoot walk the Conkerchoo Two Train. New for 2012 - the Forest Dwellers.

Valley Road, Hednesford, Staffordshire, WS12 1TD, Tel: 01543 877666, Email, www.wlct.org/museumofcannockchase

The Museum of Cannock Chase illustrates the rich social and industrial heritage of the Cannock Chase area.

Greengate Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2JA, Tel: 01785 619131, Email, www.staffordbc.gov.uk/heritage

Take a walk through time. The largest timber-framed town house in England. Built in 1595. Period room settings reflect the fascinating history of the house. Also housing the museum of the Staffordshire Yeomanry.

Worston Lane, Shallowford, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST15 0PA, Tel: 01785 760278, Email, www.staffordbc.gov.uk/heritage

Thatched timber framed 16th century cottage bequeathed to the people of Staford by the celebrated author Izaak Walton. it is home to a small angling museum, herb garden and tea room. Also a venue for small exclusive weddings.

Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3TW, Tel: 0844 472 1950, Email, www.draytonmanor.co.uk

For total family entertainment visit the award-winning Drayton Manor Theme Park, near Tamworth, Staffordshire. Also live Ben 10 shows, based on the hit TV series by Cartoon Network, that is performed on the stage

Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6FW, Tel: 01606 786777, Email, www.andertonboatlift.co.uk

Step aboard the Edwin Clark trip bat for lift trips and river cruises and afterwards stay for a refreshing drink in our cafe. Browse our unique gift shop and interactive exhibition.

Six Oaks Farm, Bradnop, Nr Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 7EU, Tel: 01538 384017, Email, www.rspb.org.uk

Spectacular wooded nature reserve which supports a wonderful mix of birds, moths and butterflies and flowers.

Staffordshire, WS15 2UQ, Tel: 01543 877666, Email, www.visitcannockchase.co.uk

Welcome to Cannock Chase - central England's woodland jewel, packed with things to see and do. Take time to explore, walk, ride, trek, run. Come on your own, bring the family but most of all bring an open mind and visit the real outdoors!

Codsall, Staffordshire, WV8 1PX, Tel: 01902 696000, www.visitsouthstaffordshire.co.uk

South Staffordshire is a rural haven which is steeped in history and heritage. A great area for walks, with Stately homes aplenty, it offers a host of intriguing spectacular places including Weston Park, Moseley Old Hall & Chillington Hall.

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.

Stone Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 8JG, Tel: 01782 646646, Email, www.trentham.co.uk

Peace and quiet, fun and action - there's something for everyone at The Trentham Estate. Spend quality family time in the internationally renowned, award-winning Trentham Gardens, Shopping Village, Trentham Monkey Forest and Aerial Extreme.

Horninglow Street, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1NG, Tel: 01283 532880, Email, www.nationalbrewerycentre.co.uk

The National Brewery Centre celebrates Burton upon Trent's proud brewing heritage and its influence worldwide. Visitors are told the story of brewing by actors in period costume, multi-media interactive displays and hundreds of exhibits.

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.

Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7NA, Tel: 01827 709629, Email, www.tamworthcastle.co.uk

Tamworth Castle is the number one Heritage attraction located in the town. Explore over 900 years of history in the magnificent Motte and Bailey Castle. The Ancient Walls hold many secrets from sieges, haunting, royal visits and bankruptcy.