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Set in more than 900 acres of stunning countryside, this Grade One listed Mansion House is a real gem, and a perfect day out for all the family. Located just off the M6 at J13, just a few miles from Staffordshire's county town Stafford, Shugborough Estate offers…
Distance: 11.6 miles away

Ashby Castle forms the backdrop to the famous jousting scenes in Sir Walter Scott's classic novel of 1819, Ivanhoe. Now a ruin, the castle began as a manor house in the 12th century and only achieved castle status in the 15th century, by which time the hall…
Distance: 11.8 miles away

Tamworth Castle is a typical Norman motte and bailey castle set in the south‐west corner of what was a Saxon burh, located in order to dominate the approach over two rivers from the south. Explore over 900 years of history in this magnificent castle, which once…
Distance: 7.7 miles away

Attractions include a lakeside walk, two walled gardens, a restored smithy, a courtyard craft centre, cafes, book room and souvenir shop. The Hall is licensed for civil weddings, hosts receptions, conferences and other social functions. Private visits with conducted tours are available by arrangement.In the 17th Century the…
Distance: 11 miles away

The decoration includes woodcarving by Grinling Gibbons, superb plasterwork and painted murals and ceilings by Louis Laguerre, and there is a fine collection of portraits. The Great Staircase is one of the most elaborate of its kind in an English house. Several rooms featured in the BBC's Pride…
Distance: 10.3 miles away