10 Sights & Landmarks in Tamworth That You Shouldn't Miss

Statfold Barn Farm, located close to Tamworth in Staffordshire, is the home to the Statfold Barn Railway which, under the guidance of owners Graham & Carol Lee over the last fifteen years, has grown to become what must be the most significant collection of narrow gauge locomotives in the UK. With over 30 steam locomotives and many internal combustion locomotives, representing most British and several overseas manufacturers. With the recent establishment of the Statfold Narrow Gauge Trust the future of this unique collection is ensured beyond the lifetime of its owners. As well as our public open & enthusiast days, Statfold also offer Driver Experience Days, educational tours & special events including Santa Express Trains, Halloween Steam & Scream and much more..!

We are a small, family owned childrens farm, which has been operating for over 30 years. We have lots of friendly farm animals, mostly undercover so weather does not cause any problems, we also have The Big Play Barn on site, which is a newly built indoor soft play centre. The Big Play Barn has its owe review page on trip advisor and you can look at their web page and facebook for more info. The farm is Ideal for all visitors who love animals and wish to have close contact with them. Plenty of handwashing facilities, ample free parking and activities throughout the day. The main daily activities include holding a baby chicken and bunny, go on a egg hunt to find a freshly laid egg from the Hen House, sit on the pony or shire horse! We also run the tractor and trailer ride everyday and children get a bucket of feed for the animal (except horses). There are extra activities that we put on thoughout the year and we also put on special events days so look out on facebook page and on our webpage for more info. On our farm we have falconary centre which puts on displays everyday (weather dependant) and we breed our Shire Horses in our Shire Horse Centre. All the activities are included in the farm admission price

Step back in time and experience life in a Norman motte and bailey castle. Explore Tudor and Stuart chambers, grand Victorian reception rooms and the magnificent late Medieval Great Hall. Tamworth Castle promises a brilliant day out for all the family. There is plenty to see and even more to do with hands on displays and costumes. The Castle Keep is set in extensive pleasure grounds in the centre of Tamworth's historic market town. Over the centuries the Castle has welcomed royal visitors, key figures in history and nobility. For more information please visit our website.

Middleton Hall & Gardens is a beautiful historic estate known as the 'hidden gem' of North Warwickshire. Journeying through our magnificent manor house, Georgian Walled Garden and peaceful grounds, you will discover over 950 years of remarkable history. In addition to our standard open days, we run events and activities throughout the year including seasonal markets, plant fairs and motor shows. We are the perfect place for a family day out with an exciting programme of children's trails running through the seasons. See our website for more information on our events programme and children's trails. The estate boasts a fantastic Courtyard, home to a coffee shop and various independent retailers. The ideal way to compliment your visit! Tours available on request. Hall available for weddings and private hire.

The Midland's premier kart circuit. Daytona Tamworth is a 1000+ metre multi layout outdoor tarmac circuit just five minutes from the M42 (J10). With Bambino, Junior and Senior karts for private and public events.