There are plenty of places to climb, cycle, orienteer, run and walk. You could go bird watching and fishing too...

Some of the most famous historic houses in the country are within easy reach of Troutsdale Farm ... and such a great variety ...

From magnificent Chatsworth House, medieval Haddon Hall, Jacobean Eyam Hall, Lord Lichfields homeShugborough Hall (NT), black and white Gawsworth Hall and Little Moreton Hall(NT), Tatton Park with its annual RHS Show and National Trust properties. see more

Gardens in the area include the unique National Trust Victorian Biddulph Grange Gardens, Consall Hall's 70 acres of landscaped gardens and award-winning Trentham Gardens. 

The area abounds with golf courses, from the more demanding to the gentle, every course on this list welcomes visitors, just phone to check times.  Driving range for that extra practice just 15 minutes drive away.

There are numerous rivers, reservoirs and pools which welcome visitors, and of all ages.  Please remember that for some places all persons

 fishing must be in possession of a valid National Rod Licence.

There are plenty of excellent places to eat and drink in the area, from local pubs with home cooked food and real ale, to restaurants and tea rooms with a view.  Here are just a few ...

Whether you want to peruse, window shop or are a serious shopaholic, there are opportunities for all, from historic market towns, farmers markets, independant shops and outlet places.