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Caverswall Castle

10 March 2010 by bigdaysout 3 Comments

Caverswall Castle

Now privately owned, the Castle has undergone complete restoration and is available for private hire. The grand Medieval and Jacobean architecture has been combined with modern luxuries, making Caverswall Castle the perfect setting for your special event. Just as royal visitors have done in years before, you can relax and entertain your guests with style, […]

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Alton Towers Resort

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Alton Towers Resort is the UK’s leading short break resort, offering as it does an unrivalled selection of attractions for the whole family to enjoy together. Theme park full of rides and adventures for kids of all sizes and adrenaline addicted adults… It’s an absolute must-do day out! Tropical Waterpark – hundreds of fantastic interactive […]

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Alton Castle

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Remains of castle built circa 1175 with 13th-14th century alterations, and dismantled in the Civil War. Alton Castle is now in its 14th year as a residential youth centre and UK registered charity working with children aged between 9 and 13 years. Over 8,000 children visit the Castle each year from all over the West […]

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Tamworth Castle

11 January 2010 by bigdaysout Leave a Comment

Tamworth Castle is the number one heritage attraction located in the town centre of Tamworth. Six wealthy and influential families have owned the castle over the centuries. On a visit witness the magnificent late medieval Great Hall, grand Tudor Chambers and Victorian suit of receptions rooms. Winner of Sandford Award 2006.

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The Shugborough Estate

9 January 2010 by bigdaysout Leave a Comment

Shugborough is the UK’s only Complete Working Historic Estate and a world class visitor attraction. Over a quarter of a million people visit the restored working environments on the estate including working kitchens, dairy, water mill, brewhouse and Farm all manned by historic costumed guides. Winner of Sandford Award 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002.

Filed Under: Staffordshire Tagged With: Gardens, Houses, Industrial History, Sandford Award Winners

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