Weekend Breaks

Feel free to treat yourself to a unique short break in Staffordshire this year.

Escape from it all and admire breath-taking views, step back in time and explore our heritage, tempt your tastebuds at excellent restaurants and food and drink events, or re-energise at a soothing spa.

It’s all here in Staffordshire so book your unforgettable short break now and discover all Staffordshire has to offer!

Top 10 things to do for couples in Staffordshire

Staffordshire is ideal for a short break with someone special - here are some great things to see and do on your next visit:

• Cannock Chase Forest:

Blow the cobwebs away with a walk or cycle at Cannock Chase Forest, and tackle the zipwires of Go Ape or the famous mountain-bike trails to get your heart racing.

• Love Cheese Live:

See celebrity chefs like James Martin in action, savour local produce and discover cheeses from across the globe at the exciting new Love Cheese Live event in July.

• McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands:

Shop til you drop at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands, the newest major retail destination in the UK, home to your favourite brands, and huge savings all-year round.

• Hoar Cross Hall:

Revitalise in luxury at Hoar Cross Hall, an elegant stately home, with soothing treatments, sumptuous bedrooms, excellent cuisine and stunning surroundings.

• World of Wedgwood:

Head for Stoke-on-Trent, the World Capital of Ceramics, and witness awesome craftsmanship, have a go on the potters wheel, and indulge in an exquisite afternoon tea at World of Wedgwood.

• Trentham Estate:

Roam The Trentham Estate's beautiful Italian Gardens, stroll around the tranquil lake, hunt for bargains in the shopping village, and refuel at one of the excellent eateries.

• Staffordshire Peak District:

Find great walking and cycling, whatever your abilities, and stunning sights like Thor’s Cave, Dovedale and The Roaches, in the Staffordshire Peak District.

• Lichfield Cathedral:

Staffordshire’s medieval masterpiece, the 1300-year-old Lichfield Cathedral, is well-known for its three towering spires, enlightening tours, and spectacular light and sound shows.

• Weston Park:

Get a glimpse into life in a real Downton Abbey at Weston Park, where you can wander the beautiful grounds and woodland, and enjoy artisan markets, and some of the county’s biggest events, like Classic Ibiza and Camp Bestival.

• National Memorial Arboretum:

Take some time to reflect and enjoy nature at the National Memorial Arboretum, the UK's Centre for Remembrance, home to 400 memorials, 25000 trees, and 150 acres of beautiful grounds.

Places to stay in Staffordshire

Feel free to unwind and stay over in Staffordshire this Autumn.

Get away from it all at a country house hotel, or stay in the heart of the action at a state-of-the-art city centre hotel. Search them all on our hotels in Staffordshire page.

Base yourself in a quaint village, in the countryside, or beside a peaceful waterway, in one of the pubs with rooms listed on our Inns & Pubs page.

Our Boutique Stays page is ideal if you’re looking for luxury, while the Bed & Breakfast section has plenty of suggestions if you want great hospitality on a budget.

And there are rural retreats for everyone on our Self-Catering page, from woodland cabins to yurts with hot tubs and traditional narrowboats.

Staffordshire is full of places to go off-the-grid and get back to nature! Visit our Camping, Glamping and Holiday Parks page for more details.

Walking in Staffordshire

With acres of green spaces, the stunning backdrops of the Peak District, The National Forest, and Cannock Chase, and over 2000 miles of waterways, Staffordshire is an idyllic spot for a walk with someone special.

You'll find more than 150 to choose from, with route maps, on the Staffordshire Walks app. Find out more at https://www.localwalks.co.uk/staffordshire-walks