With beautiful villages that have maintained their stunning setting and heritage, scattered among glorious parkland that will take your breath away, Staffordshire has some of the most wonderful greenery in the country. It's a great place to enjoy a countryside or woodland holiday surrounded by beautiful trees and plenty of outdoor activities from fishing to mountain biking.
Head out from your lodge break and discover Stoke, a city steeped in rich history and famed for it's pottery from the likes of Royal Doulton, Wedgewood and Dudson, which you can learn more about in its award winning museums. This city is known for it's creative heritage and there's a lot to enjoy for couples, families and groups of friends.
Take a break from your hot tub and explore the World of Wedgewood (dining, hands-on learning experiences and shopping. Visit the beautufl Art Decon Regent theatr which dates back to the 1920s. Or take in some of the fantastic art on display at The potteries Museum and art gallery.
If you're looking for some adventure during your hot tub break to Staffordshire, you have the UK's largest theme park on your doorstep ready to oblige. Our cabins, cottages and lodges with hot tubs are all near Alton Towers. In our humble opinion, the best Theme park in the UK and better than many in Europe, you can spend a day or more here due to the size of this park.
Make a splash
Alton Towers has a huge range of rides, attractions, shows and places to eat. The park has been expanded over the years and now includes 40 rides and attractions. There's also a large waterpark complete with lazy rivers, slides and an exciting water coaster. There are things to do here for all ages and you'll definitely want to try out the Flash Floods flume ride.
Booking day passes in advance
You can save time and money by booking in advance via the Alton Towers website. Under 3's don't have to pay to get in (even though there's lots of rides and shows they can still enjoy). You can also book the waterpark separately if you want to.
Alton Towers Rainy day guarantee
There's nothing worse than planning a short break and finding it's raining when you get there. Alton Towers have a brilliant system where if it rains on your visit to the theme park for more than one hour, they'll give your party a free pass to come back the next day or later in your lodge break.
Activities around the year
Another thing to check out is some of Alton's year-round activities that you can take part in if your holday co-incides with one of the events. Halloweed, Christmas, half term usually have some kind of event such as firework displays (whcih are really spectacular).
If you're looking to create some amazing memories with your children during your hot tub break to Staffordshire, Alton Towers has a huge range of rides and shows to take the little ones to. As well as several large playparks, you'll find well-known character rides such as The Night Garden Boat, Postman Pat's Parcel Post and the Go Jetters Zoom
Visit the Alton Towers visitor information to plan your visit
Visit Alton Towers on your getaway for some fun and white-knuckle thrills
Monkey Forest is a more relaxing alternative and children will love the chance to explore the 60 acres of beautiful woodland and meadows where 140 monkeys live in freedom.
A particular favourite among people looking to delve deeper into nature are Rudyard Lake Lodges which gives you the perfect chance to sample the delights of the incredible Peak District. There is plenty to see and do and wildlife lovers will be in heaven. You can use your private lodge as the perfect base to travel around the area and return to a relaxing evening in the hot tub.
We love the Heronsview lodge with a king-size sleigh bed and gorgeous covered verandah housing the hot tub. It's possible to request use of a 3-men Canadian Kayak by arrangement as well! The location of these lodges in the midst of the Staffordshire Moorlands is superb.
Ramshorn Woodland Lodges are another great choice, especially for families. They are perfectly situated for a day out at Alton Towers so if a visit to this amazing theme park is going to feature highly in your holiday then these lodges are the perfect base.
For those who like to get out and explore you'll be in just the right place to see all the delights of the Peak District.
Booking a luxury lodge with a hot tub in Staffordshire is the perfect way to enjoy a mixture of relaxation and action. You can enjoy all the mod cons a lodge break can offer whilst being at the heart of some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.
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