Spring into action on an action packed short break in Staffordshire this Spring
With attractions and activities for teens, toddlers and everyone in between, you'll find there's more to see, do, taste and enjoy in Staffordshire, no wonder it's the UK's biggest and best playground!
There’s nowhere quite like Staffordshire for a Spring Break
As the only county in England with a National Park (Peak District), National Landscape (Cannock Chase) and the National Forest you’ll be spoilt for choice! Whether you enjoy a leisurely countryside stroll, or prefer a challenging hillside hike you’ll find places to walk and cycle for all ages and abilities in Staffordshire.
Step into Spring with the Walking Festival
Covering the three counties of Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Leicestershire, the National Forest spans 200 square miles linking the ancient forests of Needwood and Charnwood. From Saturday 18th to Thursday 30th May 2024 there are more than 90 walks, most of which are free, as the National Forest Walking Festival returns for the 15th year, this Spring.
Enjoy more fun and excitement in Staffordshire
Staffordshire is a thrillseekers paradise, with our world-famous theme parks re-opening in Spring for the 2024 season. Nemesis is Reborn! Face the monster of Forbidden Valley at Alton Towers Resort, saddle up for a trip to the Wild West in the new Frontier Falls zone at Drayton Manor Resort, or bag a cracking deal at the Snowdome and Waterworld, where there are huge school holiday savings!
There’s plenty of ways to keep the children entertained over the school holidays as well. Join in with boredom-busting themed events and activities at our family attractions. Hop-on over to our Half Term Holidays in Staffordshire page to read more about May half-term events and activities.
Blooming great Staffordshire Spring gardens
Explore Staffordshire’s gardens and parks as they burst into life this Spring. Trentham’s annual Spring Bulb Festival returns with a dazzling display of spring blooms from early March until late May. The Dorothy Clive Garden is arguably at its best in Spring with a collection of stunning azaleas and rhododendrons in the quarry garden. And carpets of abundant Bluebells can be enjoyed in woodlands through out the county.
Award-winning Staffordshire hospitality
Check out the latest Staffordshire Tourism Awards winners, where you’re assured of the warmest welcome, top-notch food & drink and excellent accommodation to make your Staffordshire Spring break one to remember!
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There are plenty of events and activities for children to take part in during the May half term school holidays in Staffordshire.
Start planning your short break holiday by finding and booking somewhere to stay. Theme park hotel, cosy cottage, welcoming B&B, convenient campsite, working farm? The choice is yours.
We've more family attractions than you can shake a stick at in Staffordshire! World-class theme parks, amazing animal experiences, tree top adventures, exciting museums, steam railways, gardens and places where you can make and decorate pottery.
Explore Staffordshire's scenic places including forests and woodland, canals, lakes and rivers, hills and mountains.
Stretch your legs in our stunning landscapes, burn off some energy on a bike ride or take time to relax in one of our soothing spas. You can do as much or as little as you like in Staffordshire, and we've plenty of indoor options too.
If you’re on a tight budget, check out our #30Under30Pounds page, it's packed with ideas to fill your days out with fun, without breaking the bank. Some are even free!
From stunning countryside like the Peak District, National Forest and Cannock Chase to heritage packed towns & cities, the historic Potteries and the birthplace of UK brewing.
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