"Quick Visit" Stafford by Gillybob

Stafford Travel Guide: 22 reviews and 98 photos

Quick Visit - Stafford

Stafford offers a great opportunity for a short stop-off if you are travelling cross-country in England.

Its also a great place to catch up with the local VTers and those passing through.

The town is full of character with buildings reflecting England's great history.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Small enough to wander around in a day
  • In a nutshell:History in the heart of England
  • Last visit to Stafford: Feb 2008
  • Intro Written Mar 1, 2008
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Reviews (5)

Trains to Stafford - Stafford Trains to Stafford Transportation (1)

Stafford is easily accessible from London via train. The mainline station has services running directly to London,... more travel advice

Victoria Park - Stafford Victoria Park Things to Do (4)

Victoria Park was originally laid out in 1908 and will celebrate its centenary in 2008. Approximately four acres of... more travel advice

Collegiate Church of St Mary - Stafford Collegiate Church of St Mary Things to Do (4)

St Mary's, formerly a royal free chapel and collegiate, with a dean and twelve canons, is a large, cruciform building of... more travel advice

Guidon of the Staffordshire Yeomanry - Stafford Museum of the Staffordshire Yeomanry Things to Do (4)

Located on the attic floor of the Stafford Ancient High House, this small independent museum has displays of weapons,... more travel advice

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    hunterV's Profile Photo
    Jul 21, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Hello, Gillian! The Ancient High House is attractive indeed! ><><><><

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    poons's Profile Photo
    Jan 27, 2010 at 4:56 AM

    Alright Girlie... Glad you liked the bug, Gillian. I discovered a fantastic little craft shop in town (a real Aladdin's Cave it is). You must come see it's beads; then we can go to the pub ;o)

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    DAO's Profile Photo
    Dec 24, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    Happy Christmas! Happy New Year! And may you win the lottery and take me on an expensive holiday !

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    Suet's Profile Photo
    Aug 7, 2008 at 4:07 AM

    I am going to get a PA system rigged up for the Ultimate Experience, Snoring Broadcast in Stafford, One Night Only.

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    PeteG's Profile Photo
    Mar 9, 2008 at 6:08 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my HP. Good tips on Stafford by the way. Pete

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    DavidKeeling's Profile Photo
    Mar 6, 2008 at 6:33 AM

    Nicely done!

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