Location: Stafford
Top Things to do in Stafford
Things to do in Stafford, England: The Best Nature & Parks
Stafford (/ˈstæfərd/) is the county town of Staffordshire, in the West Midlands of England. It lies approximately 16 miles (26 km) north of Wolverhampton, 18 miles (29 km) south of Stoke-on-Trent and 24 miles (39 km) north-west of Birmingham. The population in 2001 was 63,681 and that of the wider borough of Stafford 122,000, the fourth largest in the county after Stoke-on-Trent, Tamworth and Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Restaurants in Stafford
1. Mitton Manor Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Mitton Manor Gardens is a 7-acre country garden that surrounds a Victorian manor, containing a range of different styles, formal box and topiary, prairie planting and natural woodland bordered by a stream. The gardens feature stunning vistas, water features and sculptures. Mitton Manor gardens is dog-friendly, and kids go free! Open on designated event days only.
2. Gentleshaw Birds of Prey and Wildlife Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By clarew667
Travelled from Leeds. Was staying with family in Lichfield and looking for something to do with 3 children under 12. Came across an offer for here on Groupon. Paid £8 for entry for all 4 of us but after having visited yesterday, I'd have happily paid the full price of £16 all day long. Thought we'd only spend a couple of hours here but ended up staying the full day! What a great place for the rescued animals. Such a mixture of different animals to see too. They all seem very well looked after. My daughter and nephews even got to stroke a skunk, touch a snake and a tortoise! Their personal favourites were the wolf hybrids Saxon and Rain and my 18 month old nephew was obsessed with the tortoise and kept following him around his pen! All the staff were very friendly and great with the children. As well as the animals, there's a little play park, picnic area, mini golf area and mini train, where the very friendly train driver let my nephew sit in the front and pretend he was driving the train. Made his day! The food from the cafe in the garden centre is delicious too. Overall, had a great day and will definitely return next time we're back down this neck of the woods. For all the staff here, keep up the good work! Would highly recommend.
3. Victoria Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By AnneG930 - Stafford, United Kingdom
A lovely park which caters for young and elderly alike There are two parts one for the children which has a lovely play area with everything in it to suit children of every age.
4. Wildwood Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By DavidA312 - Stafford, United Kingdom
Took our two grandchildren there, ages 8 & 11. They loved it, lots of different rides and activities, plenty of space to run about and adequate seating for those of us of a less active persuasion. There is plenty for the children to do without becoming bored, and there is a tuck shop on site to keep them happy as well. Thoroughly recommend it.
5. Doxey Marshes Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By ragiansanti34 - Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Doxey marshes is a beautiful place to watch wildlife/birds/cows in local pasture. Right now all the male ducks are fussing for the females attention. It’s great for some action shots. The trails are very easy, mild inclines and only around a mile and a half from the parking lot and all the way around the marshes. It’s a good spot for a relaxing walk while getting fresh air.
6. Loynton Moss Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6 reviews
