Location: Rugeley
Top Things to do in Rugeley
The 10 Best Things to do in Rugeley, England
Rugeley (/ˈruːdʒli/ ROOJ-lee) is a historic market town in the county of Staffordshire, England. It lies on the north-eastern edge of Cannock Chase next to the River Trent, and is situated between the towns of Stafford, Cannock, Lichfield and Uttoxeter. At the 2001 census the town's population was 22,724, (including the Brereton and Etchinghill wards). increasing to 24,033 at the 2011 Census. Rugeley is twinned with Western Springs, Illinois and in July 1962 the towns made telephone history on national television when the chairman of Rugeley Urban District Council made the first telephone call via the new Telstar satellite to the Mayor of Western Springs.
Restaurants in Rugeley
1. Go Ape Cannock
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5.0 based on 409 reviews
Here at Cannock Chase in Staffordshire, you're in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Our Tree Top Adventure takes Cannock Chase's breathtaking scenery, a smattering of tree-top high wires, crossings and wind-in-your-face zip wires. It's a proven recipe that never fails. Trust us, it's one of the best days out near Birmingham and the adventure does not need to stop there. You can get off the beaten track and enjoy our latest forest adventure with Go Ape Forest Segway - an epic experience with a down to earth twist. Cannock Chase is also home to our Tree Top Junior Adventure for Mini Tarzans. Release your little monkeys onto a Go Ape course designed for them. No one loves adventure more than kids!
2. Rugeley Leisure Centre
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. The Rusty Barrel Micro Pub
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Rugeley's first micro-pub, opened in December 2016. Run and owned by Darren Porter, the Rusty Barrel Micro Pub is located in the Fernwood shopping centre on Green Lane, behind the Spar (ws15 2gs) , one mile from the town centre. Four beers, sourced from local micro breweries, and a selection of real ciders, perry are also available. The Rusty Barrel micro-pub also offers wines and a selection of spirits and 35+ craft gins. Food is of the micro-pub variety, nuts etc, and includes locally sourced pork scratchings and crisps. The pub is child friendly (well behaved) until 7-00pm and then operates an adult-only policy. There is ample free public parking out front. Note: The Rusty Barrel is closed on Mondays.
Reviewed By mickyfletch - Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Popped in with friends small but great selection of local ales & a grate selection of gins too nice a peaceful atmosphere & friendly staff definitely worth a visit
4. St Nicholas
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
5. Cannock Chase Escape Room
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5.0 based on 78 reviews
A 90 minute game of code breaking and puzzle solving. Have you got what it takes to escape the bunker?
Reviewed By tinahK7478SG
Excellent escape room,lovely, friendly and amusing people, well signposted, down a very dark track which added to the excitement and atmosphere, really well thought out, so many puzzles to solve, we really didn't want it to end!!! would recommend.
6. Hawkesyard Estate
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Hawkesyard Estate is one of Staffordshire's premier venues for civil weddings, celebrations, conferences, meetings and indoor and outdoor events. Just 10 minutes from Lichfield and 20 minutes from Stafford and Cannock, Hawkesyard Estate is home to the grand Grade II listed Hawkesyard Hall. Dating from the 13th Century; with beautiful formal gardens and 200 acres of parkland, Hawkesyard Estate is steeped in Staffordshire history with links to the Spode family, Nathaniel Lister and Sir Robert Peel. Combining a gothic, romantic and picturesque feel, Hawkesyard Estate offers a fantastic location suitable for any Wedding, leisure or business event.
7. Rugeley Rose Theatre
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
8. The Vine Inn Pub & Brewery
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
A traditional pub, with a recent addition of an onsite brewery & kitchen. Lovingly homemade food, with modern real ale and delicious infused spirits.
9. Cannock Chase Forest
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Cannock Chase Forest is one of the best value day’s out that the Midlands has to offer With a children’s play area, Go Ape, orienteering trails and even a dog activity trail, you will not be stuck for something to do at Cannock Chase, located north of Birmingham. We have a range of woodland walks to suit all ages and abilities, and for those wanting to explore the forest on two wheels, make sure to check out our cycling trails for some of the best family and mountain biking opportunities in the Midlands. Hire a bike from our cycle centre, bring a picnic or lunch at the café. Come rain or shine, you will all go home having had a fantastic forest adventure.
Reviewed By funkyunicornxx - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
I love Cannock Chase, it is the perfect place to have a nice relaxing walk with the family or for an adventurous bike ride. It has everything to offer and has beautiful surroundings. We really enjoy walking around here and it is somewhere we aim to visit more often
10. Elmore park
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4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By 501helenm - Staffordshire, United Kingdom
This is a great little play area for the kids. You can spend plenty of time on the equipment then maybe feed the ducks and geese then have a little walk see the birds on the other side of the park. Yes it is a great shame they took the paddling pool away but you can have fun without it.
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