Barton Marina
Barton Marina is privately owned and was purpose-built in 2001 to a very high standard. Connected to the Trent & Mersey canal it is the ideal central base to explore the Midland's waterways and beyond. Permanent buildings house our marina office. The boat marina forms part of an 85 acre...
Beacon Park
Enjoy Beacon Park for a leisurely walk, golf, children's play area, crazy golf, tennis and basket ball. refreshmants and icecream available. Baby changing facilities. Summer activities include mini cars, bouncy castle, giant board games and donkey rides in good weather.
Chasewater Country Park
Chasewater hosts many leisure opportunities including water skiing, sailing, angling and a steam railway. There are regular exhibitions in the Forest of Mercia Innovation Centre and craft workshops. Chasewater was shortlisted for the National Picnic awards in 2009.
Conkers
Conkers, Adventures in the forest. Located in the National Forest, 10 minutes from Junction 11 on the M42. Set in 120 acres of forest and lakes with adventure play areas, 450 metre Barefoot Walk, woodland trails, the assault course challenge, picnic areas, sky view tower, Conkerchoo train and...
National Forest Adventure Farm
The NEW National Forest Adventure Farm is an exciting new visitor attraction in the Midlands. Open daily from 10am-6pm, except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.
National Memorial Arboretum
The National Memorial Arboretum’s is the UK’s year-round centre of Remembrance; a spiritually uplifting place which honours the fallen, recognises service and sacrifice, and fosters pride in our country. The Arboretum is part of The Royal British Legion family of charities. Set in 150 acres of...
Stowe Pool
Stowe Pool is within easy walking distance from the city centre and provides a relaxing setting for course fishing, roach, perch, carp, pike and tench. The site, designated as a site of special scientific interest, is also home to a variety of birds, waterfowl and endangered species.










