Sophie's Guidebook

Sophie
Sophie's Guidebook

Sightseeing

Set in over 500 acres of beautiful Staffordshire countryside, the Alton Towers Resort offers three fantastically themed hotels, Stargazing Pods, and an Enchanted Village, not forgetting over 40 world class rides and attractions. Great fun for the whole family.
329 moradores locais recomendam
Torres de Alton
Farley Lane
329 moradores locais recomendam
Set in over 500 acres of beautiful Staffordshire countryside, the Alton Towers Resort offers three fantastically themed hotels, Stargazing Pods, and an Enchanted Village, not forgetting over 40 world class rides and attractions. Great fun for the whole family.
Great place for the family to see exotic wildlife including penguins and zebras! Also has many cafes and a pizza place!
76 moradores locais recomendam
Peak Wildlife Park
76 moradores locais recomendam
Great place for the family to see exotic wildlife including penguins and zebras! Also has many cafes and a pizza place!
The fabulous Moddershall Oaks Country Spa Retreat is ready and waiting to bring you the finest indulgences in the heart of the countryside. Located in a tranquil corner of rural Staffordshire, it’s the perfect spot for getting away from the stresses and strains of everyday life.
7 moradores locais recomendam
Moddershall Oaks Country Spa Retreat
7 moradores locais recomendam
The fabulous Moddershall Oaks Country Spa Retreat is ready and waiting to bring you the finest indulgences in the heart of the countryside. Located in a tranquil corner of rural Staffordshire, it’s the perfect spot for getting away from the stresses and strains of everyday life.
Lud’s Church is a truly mysterious place, a deep, dark chasm hidden within the depths of Back Forest in the Staffordshire Peak District. Those walking among the trees are often only alerted to the presence of the gorge by a blast of cold air emerging through a gap in the rocks, even on the very hottest day.
25 moradores locais recomendam
Lud's Church
25 moradores locais recomendam
Lud’s Church is a truly mysterious place, a deep, dark chasm hidden within the depths of Back Forest in the Staffordshire Peak District. Those walking among the trees are often only alerted to the presence of the gorge by a blast of cold air emerging through a gap in the rocks, even on the very hottest day.
Large reservoir on the east of Ashbourne. Great place for walking, cycling and water sports
Carsington Water
Carsington Water
Large reservoir on the east of Ashbourne. Great place for walking, cycling and water sports
An award-winning spa hotel in the heart of Staffordshire. Experience state-of-the-art spa facilities, breathtaking bedrooms and picture perfect grounds.
14 moradores locais recomendam
Hoar Cross Hall
Maker Lane
14 moradores locais recomendam
An award-winning spa hotel in the heart of Staffordshire. Experience state-of-the-art spa facilities, breathtaking bedrooms and picture perfect grounds.
Beautiful Manor House owned by the national trust. Has stunning gardens and a charming cafe/boutique shop courtyard.
26 moradores locais recomendam
Sudbury Hall
26 moradores locais recomendam
Beautiful Manor House owned by the national trust. Has stunning gardens and a charming cafe/boutique shop courtyard.
Beautiful spa within the Alton towers resort. Great break away from the kids!
Alton Towers Spa
Farley Ln
Beautiful spa within the Alton towers resort. Great break away from the kids!
Fun packed day for the whole family!
28 moradores locais recomendam
Parque aquático Alton Towers
28 moradores locais recomendam
Fun packed day for the whole family!
Comfort food and homemade cakes in a cosy, country tearoom housed in 19th-century lodge with garden.
16 moradores locais recomendam
Ramblers Retreat
Red Road
16 moradores locais recomendam
Comfort food and homemade cakes in a cosy, country tearoom housed in 19th-century lodge with garden.
Famous racecourse situated in the heart of Uttoxeter. Hosts many live events and ladies day occasions.
37 moradores locais recomendam
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Wood Lane
37 moradores locais recomendam
Famous racecourse situated in the heart of Uttoxeter. Hosts many live events and ladies day occasions.
Fun adventure for everyone
54 moradores locais recomendam
Go Ape Buxton
Green Lane
54 moradores locais recomendam
Fun adventure for everyone
Amazing ice cream created by local farmers, Daltons dairy is a must! Situated next to the beautiful weaver hills, the shop is open 24-7 with an honesty box purchase policy. Cash and card accepted.
7 moradores locais recomendam
Daltons Dairy
7 moradores locais recomendam
Amazing ice cream created by local farmers, Daltons dairy is a must! Situated next to the beautiful weaver hills, the shop is open 24-7 with an honesty box purchase policy. Cash and card accepted.
Delightful shop in the heart of Ashbourne that hosts craft workshops and does amazing afternoon teas
Bettys Sewing Box
Cokayne Avenue
Delightful shop in the heart of Ashbourne that hosts craft workshops and does amazing afternoon teas

Food scene

Smart country pub with a contemporary edge and a lawned garden, for Modern European cuisine. Perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.
39 moradores locais recomendam
The Duncombe Arms
Main Road
39 moradores locais recomendam
Smart country pub with a contemporary edge and a lawned garden, for Modern European cuisine. Perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.
Amazing place for breakfast in a great location close to peak wildlife, the Peak District and Alton towers
7 moradores locais recomendam
The Cottage Kitchen Country Cafe
7 moradores locais recomendam
Amazing place for breakfast in a great location close to peak wildlife, the Peak District and Alton towers
Cosy pub on the outskirts on leek, with delicious food and amazing views of the roaches. Perfect place to end a walk!
28 moradores locais recomendam
The Lazy Trout
28 moradores locais recomendam
Cosy pub on the outskirts on leek, with delicious food and amazing views of the roaches. Perfect place to end a walk!
Great pub situated minutes from Alton towers. Perfect place to go in the summer and enjoy a pint by the riverside.
Alton Bridge
Station Road
Great pub situated minutes from Alton towers. Perfect place to go in the summer and enjoy a pint by the riverside.
Gorgeous food and a charming pub. Lovely place to celebrate an occasion
Saracens Head
Stafford Road
Gorgeous food and a charming pub. Lovely place to celebrate an occasion
Local pub with good ales and lovely service. Good place to stop for a pint and in walking distance of denstone farm shop.
9 moradores locais recomendam
The Tavern
College Road
9 moradores locais recomendam
Local pub with good ales and lovely service. Good place to stop for a pint and in walking distance of denstone farm shop.
Our much loved local pub is a great find if you’re into antiques, cheap ales and pork pies! Full of character and charm. The yew tree pub also had its own ‘yew fest’ during the summer time- do not miss!
Yew Tree Inn
3 Church Ln
Our much loved local pub is a great find if you’re into antiques, cheap ales and pork pies! Full of character and charm. The yew tree pub also had its own ‘yew fest’ during the summer time- do not miss!
Delicious authentic Indian cuisine. Lovely staff, located in Ashbourne
10 moradores locais recomendam
Anayas Premier Indian Dining
25 Dig St
10 moradores locais recomendam
Delicious authentic Indian cuisine. Lovely staff, located in Ashbourne
An award winning shop and cafe – anyone who likes good food and drink should pay frequent visits! Besides food there are gifts, candles, cards and more.
33 moradores locais recomendam
Denstone Hall Farm Shop & Café
Main Road
33 moradores locais recomendam
An award winning shop and cafe – anyone who likes good food and drink should pay frequent visits! Besides food there are gifts, candles, cards and more.
Only place I would recommend for a Chinese in the area. Delicious!
6 moradores locais recomendam
Mr Woo's Chinese
57 High St
6 moradores locais recomendam
Only place I would recommend for a Chinese in the area. Delicious!
I little further away, but a gorgeous food hall with tons of delicious cuisines and wines to choose from.
15 moradores locais recomendam
The Picturedrome
102-104 Chestergate
15 moradores locais recomendam
I little further away, but a gorgeous food hall with tons of delicious cuisines and wines to choose from.

Neighbourhoods

With its stunning ornamental gardens and world-famous Georgian and Victorian architecture, which provide an impressive backdrop to a rich and vibrant range of music, theatre and festivals, it is not surprising the town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region.
221 moradores locais recomendam
Buxton
221 moradores locais recomendam
With its stunning ornamental gardens and world-famous Georgian and Victorian architecture, which provide an impressive backdrop to a rich and vibrant range of music, theatre and festivals, it is not surprising the town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region.
Clustered around a stone-cobbled market square, its well-preserved architecture and historical links with the Napoleonic Wars and the Arts and Crafts movement make it a popular destination for an interesting town walk. Highlights include buildings associated with writer, artist and designer William Morris, who came to Leek to study dyeing and printing.
77 moradores locais recomendam
Leek
77 moradores locais recomendam
Clustered around a stone-cobbled market square, its well-preserved architecture and historical links with the Napoleonic Wars and the Arts and Crafts movement make it a popular destination for an interesting town walk. Highlights include buildings associated with writer, artist and designer William Morris, who came to Leek to study dyeing and printing.
Interesting town in the Peak District with many attractions including the heights of Abraham.
155 moradores locais recomendam
Matlock Bath
155 moradores locais recomendam
Interesting town in the Peak District with many attractions including the heights of Abraham.
Cute town with lots of great eateries and shops
27 moradores locais recomendam
Belper
27 moradores locais recomendam
Cute town with lots of great eateries and shops