Holiday homes & rentals in Staffordshire

Characterful cottages in Staffordshire remain a firm favourite with visitors to this landlocked county in the West Midlands, with farm houses also making popular bases for a visit to this gorgeous corner of Great Britain.

The culture of the county

The largest cities in the county are Lichfield and Stoke-on-Trent, each with a number of fascinating historic sites. In Lichfield, for example, you can visit Erasmus Darwin House, the former residence of Charles Darwin’s grandfather. The cathedral here dates all the way back to the 7th century.

Stoke-on-Trent features sites including the Gladstone Pottery Museum, which showcases this fascinating craft and allows visitors to get hands-on with activities. Etruria Industrial Museum is another great site for visitors interested in modern British history.

Enjoying Staffordshire in the evening

If you’re looking to head out at night, Lichfield and Stoke-on-Trent are equally great for finding traditional pubs, and so make excellent bases for exploring this beloved example of British culture. Earl of Lichfield and The Bull’s Head in Stoke-on-Trent are old favourites.

The Lichfield Garrick Theatre and Studio and many theatres in Stoke-on-Trent, such as Queens and The Regent, are fantastic places to experience the local performing arts scene. For culinary tradition, be sure to try the excellent Staffordshire oatcake sold in cafés and food shops.

Getting out and exploring Staffordshire's countryside

Of course, there’s much more to this county than its cities. Smaller towns include Tamworth, with its own castle, and Leek, with a charming Old French Quarter. For historic stately homes, head to Weston Park in Weston-under-Lizard, or the Trentham Estate near Stoke-on-Trent.

Staffordshire also sits at the foot of the glorious Peak District National Park. With your holiday cottage you’ll be able to set up base a stone’s throw from England’s greatest countryside. Go for walks, cycle along scenic riverbanks or discover more historic castles and grand homes set among green rolling hills.

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