Stoke On Trent

Stoke-on-Trent is a unique English City comprising of six separate towns and is affectionately known as The Potteries, owing to its rich heritage of time-honoured skills and traditions in the pottery industry. Stoke-on-Trent has a variety of accommodation for short breaks or a longer stay.

The astounding scenery of the Staffordshire Moorlands and Peak District can be found just outside the City, the perfect backdrop for walking, cycling, horse riding, rock climbing or even hang gliding.

The City Centre Potteries Museum & Art Gallery accommodates the world's finest assortment of Staffordshire ceramics explaining why Stoke-on-Trent boasts unparalleled pottery design traditions.

A perfect contrast to the busy City Centre is provided by an abundance of exceptional historic houses and gardens. Some of the UK's outstanding garden attractions are within a close proximity of Stoke. An exciting and rare Victorian Garden with a miniature tour of the world can be found at the Biddulph Grange National Trust garden. Stapeley Water Gardens is the world's largest water garden incorporating the unique indoor garden paradise of the Palms Tropical Oasis. A spectacular rhododendron garden with glorious woodland is on offer at the Dorothy Clive Garden.

The City Centre provides a vibrant shopping centre with major high street stores housed in the Potteries Shopping Centre along with a busy and lively market. The Cultural Quarter is home to designer labels and stylish street cafes and bars.

Just a short drive away from Alton Towers where the magic of the UK's leading theme park can be experienced.
Festival Park in the City Centre provides entertainment and leisure facilities for the whole family, and Splash Landings, Europe's first waterpark hotel features the integrated Cariba Creek 'watertainment' zone.

Restaurants and bars buzz with anticipation for the night ahead. Cool clubs and theatres cater for all ages and offer premier entertainment and shows for an exciting night out for anyone.

In the heart of the City Centre, the Cultural Quarter brings first class entertainment with the Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall. Orchestras, musicals, comedy, pop concerts, opera and ballet productions can be seen in the city. The Cultural Quarter has a multitude of bars and restaurants where a pre-show drink can be enjoyed, and a wide range of clubs catering for various age groups can be found for dancing the night away.