Staffordshire is a county that sits right in the heart of England, known mostly for its pottery, but also it has many peaceful landscapes and historic sites.
Always follow the Countryside Code, to keep all creatures safe.
The pottery history started in Stoke-on-Trent, and continues today. You can find info on zero waste eco-friendly materials at Oxford Clay.
Sitting on the edge of the Peak District National Park (England’s oldest), locals are only a short hop away from walking paths, cycle trails and picture-perfect villages. Along with Cannock Chase, a National Landscape (used to be called Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
The village of Ilam is very pretty, with Swiss-style cottages and a mix of lush valleys, you would think you were in Lucerne, though there is no lake! The county is also home to Flash, the highest village in England.
Staffordshire has birthed many celebrities. Robbie Williams’ parents ran a local pub, actor Neil Morrisey was born to Irish parents in Stoke, and Motorhead’s Lemmy hails from here.
Slash (guitarist with band Guns’n’Roses) spent his childhood here, before his family emigrated. He recalled that when touring in England, visiting relatives ‘downed every drop of cider in our dressing room. Our booze would have killed anyone but us!’
