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Stafford Castle
Stafford Castle
Stafford Castle
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STAFFORD CASTLE

(5.0 Score)
Newport Road, Stafford ST16 1DJ, UK Directions

Since 1069

Speciality:

✓ Garden Areas ✓ Tourist Place ✓ Inner Bailey ✓ Outer Bailey ✓ Woodland ✓ Herb Garden ✓ Visitor Centre and Car Park ✓ Tours

“Stafford Castle is a historically significant site initially constructed by Robert de Toeni in 1100 AD and is now a Grade II listed building. The comprehensive restoration and archaeological investigation have restored it as one of the UK's best-preserved examples of Norman earthworks. Visitors to Stafford Castle can engage in interactive activities such as coin minting, brass rubbing, handling arms and weapons, and dressing up in period costumes. The Castle Shop offers a range of souvenirs, including castle-themed children's books and toys. The shop also provides ice creams and soft drinks in warm weather, making it a pleasant stop for all.

2025 Update: Stafford Castle has dominated the local skyline for over 900 years. The site itself extends to over 26 acres and consists of a Keep, inner bailey, outer bailey, woodland, herb garden, visitor centre and car park.”

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Contact:

01785 257698

Wed-Sun: 11am - 4pm
Mon & Tue: Closed

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Shugborough Estate
Shugborough Estate
Shugborough Estate
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SHUGBOROUGH ESTATE

(4.9 Score)
Milford, Stafford ST17 0UP, UK Directions

Since 1693

Speciality:

✓ Bookshop ✓ Car Park ✓ Plant Shop ✓ Restaurant ✓ Shop ✓ Tea-Room ✓ Wheelchairs Available

“Shugborough Estate has been home to the Anson family since 1624 and is deeply connected to the lives of Thomas and George Anson. Thomas Anson, who abandoned a legal career to embark on a Grand Tour, enriched the estate with his experiences and passion for the arts. Visitors can explore the estate's expansive parkland, ancient woodlands, and scenic landscapes dotted with monuments.

2025 Update: Shugborough Estate has accessible parking and an adapted restroom. Admission is free for children aged under 5 and carers.”

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Price:

WHOLE PROPERTY
ADULT (18+)
With Gift Aid £18.70
Without Gift Aid £17.00
CHILD (5-17) (UNDER 5S FREE)
With Gift Aid £9.35
Without Gift Aid £8.50
FAMILY (2 ADULTS AND UP TO 3 CHILDREN)
With Gift Aid £46.75
Without Gift Aid £42.50
FAMILY (1 ADULT)
With Gift Aid £28.05
Without Gift Aid £25.50
PARK AND GARDENS
ADULT (18+)
With Gift Aid £11.50
Without Gift Aid £10.00
CHILD (5-17) (UNDER 5S FREE)
With Gift Aid £5.50
Without Gift Aid £5.00
FAMILY (2 ADULTS AND UP TO 3 CHILDREN)
With Gift Aid £27.50
Without Gift Aid £25.00
FAMILY (1 ADULT)
With Gift Aid £16.50
Without Gift Aid £15.00

Contact:

01889 880160

Mon-Sun: 9am - 6pm

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Ancient High House
Ancient High House
Ancient High House
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ANCIENT HIGH HOUSE

(4.9 Score)
48 Greengate Street, Stafford ST16 2JA, UK Directions

Since 1595

Speciality:

✓ Artefacts ✓ School and Group Tour Programme ✓ Occasional Themed Tours ✓ Events ✓ Activities and Workshops ✓ Shop ✓ Gifts ✓ Souvenirs ✓ Traditional Toys and Local Crafts ✓ Children’s Games and Quizzes

“Ancient High House is reputed to be the largest surviving timber-framed townhouse from the Tudor period. Ancient High House was built around 1595 for the wealthy Dorrington family. The House features ornate timber framing and a Castle Room with an attractive display explaining the construction methods and materials. Ancient High House offers educational programs, occasional themed tours, and workshops for schools and groups. Visitors can explore the ground-floor shop, which sells gifts, souvenirs, traditional toys, local crafts, and an extensive range of local history books.

2025 Update: Admission is free at Ancient High House. It is an Elizabethan townhouse and is now largely a historic house museum with a collection of period room furnishings and displays, including the English Civil War, Edwardian and Victorian eras.”

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01785 619131

Tue-Sat: 10am - 4pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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STAFFORD CASTLE REVIEWS

Below the castle you have a small but adequate carpark which is situated right outside the information centre and more importantly the toilets.If your one for dressing up then once inside you can try on some of the items of clothing,hats and shields.Its all good fun.Big thank you to Julianne who took us through the history of the castle and provided us with excellent coffee.Outside we walked up through the trees to the castle and up onto the hill(great photo opportunity) .The views here are amazing.You can walk into the castle grounds and look through the many stone windows and look over Staffordshire and beyond.There are information boards everywhere detailing the history and owners of the castle.We were well impressed and will return.If your heading into the town centre then this is a great stop for coffee,walking the dogs and a bit of history thrown in .

Stafford Castle is a historic landmark located in Stafford, England. It sits atop a hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The castle dates back to the Norman era and features a well-preserved keep and extensive grounds. Its picturesque setting makes it a popular destination for visitors interested in history and natural beauty.

Fantastic grounds open most of the day for walks. It's a steep climb up to the castle but worth it for the sit down to get your breath and look at the views. Even though a lot of it has been rebuilt there's not a lot of the castle left but what is there is okay and it's free entry.

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SHUGBOROUGH ESTATE REVIEWS

Had I really nice day at a beautiful national trust estate. Massive grounds. Great for walks and ambling around. Lots of areas to explore. The main mansion was well maintained and interesting exhibits. They have thought of kids, with cuddly toys and fidget toys to keep little ones busy as you wander around the mansion. Great team of very helpful and informative volunteers. Will be back to explore more, as the grounds so vast.

A beautiful house and gardens with lovely walls over the estate. It would be nice to see the farm back up and running properly. I also think the Trust are missing many opportunities and the house and grounds are under utilised. There used to be many events held there. If these were reinstated a lot of money could be made to go back in to the properties upkeep and future estate conservation work.

Had a great day out here. Set in beautifully countryside. Great for walkers everywhere was on level ground.so ideal for disabled people.there are toilet facilities a cafe there is a small play area for the young children. I never hot yo go in the house i was to busy enjoying the walk I would recomend a visit .I will most definitely be going back again.

ANCIENT HIGH HOUSE REVIEWS

Popped in as we were passing and I wondered what the lovely building was. A very informative museum about the house and area with mock rooms. The top floor is devoted to the local regiment and their action in the wars. My son particularly liked the airfix models and dioramas so much so that we went to the local toy shop so he could buy his own kit of a tank!. Toilets and small gift shop. Free entry.

A must visit if you are in the Stafford area. Very well preserved old house with rooms decorated to the different periods that the house has lived. The militaria memorabilia on the top floor is also perfectly organised and enrich surely our knowledge or the world conflicts and the role of the Stafforshire forces.

This is one of the oldest house in Stafford built in the 1500s the era of Queen Elizabeth the 1st.. It’s quite a big house full of history. It’s nice to wander around inside and imagine how people lived in the past.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

STAFFORD CASTLE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SHUGBOROUGH ESTATE Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgements: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ANCIENT HIGH HOUSE Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Videos: 10
Website Source: 10
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