Staffordshire Activities

Take some time to reset, or sample an exhilerating experience, with activities in The Great Outdoors in Staffordshire.

Our surprising county has captivating countryside in every corner, making Staffordshire the perfect place to escape and play.

Outdoor Activities in Staffordshire

You can while away many a weekend with our long-distance walks, cycle tracks for all abilities, and in the saddle in a National Landscape (formerly knows as Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).

Breathe in the fresh air beside famous natural landmarks, follow in the footsteps of literary heroes, and meander along 2000 miles of peaceful waterways.

Explore the living landscape in beauty spots like Cannock Chase, renowned for its rolling hills and purple heather, the greenery of the National Forest and the unique ruggedness of the Staffordshire Peak District.

Lose yourself in National Trust estates, Forestry England woodland trails, sweeping country parks and tranquil nature reserves.

Sporting Activities in Staffordshire

Avoid the bunkers and water hazards on glorious golf courses like the Hawkesyard Estate, and beat outrageous obstacles based on well-known rides at Alton Towers Resort’s Extraordinary Golf.

For some adrenaline-pumping activity, tackle the acclaimed mountain bike trails at Cannock Chase, and hang around on the fabled gritstone crags at The Roaches, known the world over for hundreds of fearsome climbs.

Get your heart racing with an aerial adventure on a challenging high ropes course, and with an exhilarating day at the races at Uttoxeter Racecourse.

Feel the g-force behind the wheel of a roaring supercar, go around the bend at a karting track, and discover secret woodland trails on a quadbike.

Dive in for an open-air swim in the summer months with organised sessions at NOWCA-accredited lakes, or make a splash with watersports like wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking and more available all-year round.

For all-weather antics, head indoors and tackle the slopes, enjoy a wet n wild afternoon in the tropics, spring into action on trampolines, knock over some pins, and scale the heights at an indoor climbing centre.

More Activities in Staffordshire

If Adventure and Outdoor fun is your thing, you're in the right place!

Delve a bit deeper and discover great spots for Walking and Hiking, and Cycling and Mountain Biking if you prefer life on two wheels.