THINGS TO DO

Alton Towers Theme Park

Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB

One of the UK’s top theme parks and short-break resorts, offering themed
hotels, a water park, spa and extraordinary golf.

www.altontowers.com

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Biddulph Grange Gardens

Grange Road, Biddulph, Staffordshire, ST8 7SD

One of Britain’s most unusual gardens, Biddulph Grange Gardens were
designed in the mid-19th century by James Bateman to display specimens
from his extensive and wide-ranging plant collection. Visitors are taken on a
sensory journey of discovery through tunnels and pathways to individual
gardens inspired by countries around the world.

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/biddulph-grange-garden

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Chatsworth House & Estate

Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1PP

The home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth House is set in
the magnificent landscape of Derbyshire’s Peak District National Park and is
one of Britain’s best-loved historic houses and estates. Offering something for
everyone to enjoy, from famous works of art, young animals and the
spectacular fountains in the garden to the finest shopping, food and drink, and
many miles of free walks.

www.chatsworth.org

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Wedgwood Museum

Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST12 9ES

For a unique experience, visit the stunning new Wedgwood Museum. This is
the home of one of the most interesting ceramic collections in the world with
galleries that tell the story of Josiah Wedgwood, his family and the company
he founded two and a half centuries ago. You can also visit the hands-on
Wedgwood Visitor Centre, watch craftspeople at work in the demonstration
area or go on the factory tour.

www.wedgwoodmuseum.org.uk

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Jodrell Bank Visitor Centre

Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9DL

Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics is home to the world-famous Lovell Radio
Telescope and Jodrell Bank Observatory with a 3D theatre and 35-acre
arboreturm.

www.jodrellbank.net

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Little Moreton Hall

Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 4SD

One of Britain’s finest timber-framed moated manor houses, Little Moreton
Hall still shows Tudor skill and craftsmanship at its finest.

.www.nationaltrust.org.uk/little-moreton-hall

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Macclesfield Silk Museum

Park Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6TJ

The silk museums in Macclesfield tell the definitive story of silk. Compelling
exhibits on three sites show a working Victorian silk mill, costume and silk
manufacturing displays. This €hands-on experience allows children and grown-ups to understand the story of silk from cocoon to catwalk!

.macclesfieldmuseums.co.uk

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Tatton Park

Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN

Tatton Park is one of the UK’s most complete historic estates. The mansion,
gardens, old hall, 1,000-acre deer park and specialty shops offer something
for everyone, along with over 100 events annually.

www.tattonpark.org.uk