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Take a gentle stroll around Stafford with our knowledgeable guide to see the town in a new light. Learn about the secrets of the buildings and about colourful characters from the past.

All information on this edition of the town trail will be presented also in British Sign Language by an interpreter.

The tour will last for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Meet outside the Ancient High House at 10.30am.

Book your place by calling the Ancient High House on 01785 619 131 or by emailing info@historicstafford.co.uk

Take a walk on the wild side as the sun sets! Join the Stafford Bat Group as they lead you round Stafford Castle.

Our experts will guide you and teach you about these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat!

Limited spaces available so book to avoid disappointment.

Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.

In the past the Ancient High House has been a residential home, a civil war prison, a school and home to an antique shop. So it’s not surprising that a building with such a traumatic history should have tormented souls trapped within its walls…

In the past the Ancient High House has been a residential home, a civil war prison, a school and home to an antique shop. So it’s not surprising that a building with such a traumatic history should have tormented souls trapped within its walls…

Are you ready for an all new Haunted High House format for 2025? With spooky entertainment for all ages, this time across the whole week, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!

Check back here or follow us on our socials for updates! (Links to social media can be found at the bottom of this webpage).

An entertaining, educational and interactive day out suitable for all the family and fans of Vikings alike!

All this and lots more…. don’t miss it!

Viking Re-Enactment takes place on Saturday the 2nd and Sunday the 3rd August 2025, between 10.00am and 4.00pm both days at Stafford Castle, Newport Road, Stafford, ST16 1DJ.

Most activities, stalls and things to see are free however we will have a small charge for the children’s workshop.

Event admission is free but there is a charge for parking if required. We strongly encourage walking, cycling, public transport and car sharing to get to the event! It is about a 30 minute walk from Stafford Railway Station, near the town centre, to Stafford Castle. The 5A bus can be caught outbound from Stafford Town Centre to Stafford Castle (Thorneyfields Lane/adj Thorneyfields Lane stops) on Sundays, throughout the duration of the event.

We have plenty of parking space at this event with an overflow parking option at King Edward VI High School. Please do not park on surrounding roads and verges nearby to Stafford Castle – this will be monitored during the event. Blue badge parking will be charged the same amount but there are allocated places for these vehicles, nearest to the event area.

Please be aware that pictures will be being taken at this event that may be used for our website or on our social media accounts.

Please bring cash if you are parking as this is essential to pay the parking charge.

Bring a picnic and spend the day relaxing with us and spending time with all the family…and Teddy Bears!

Join us for all sorts of fun and entertainment in the tranquil garden’s of Izaak Walton’s Cottage. Aimed at our younger visitors and families, we will have magic shows, storytelling, a bear hunt,  face painting, cakes, ice cream, a pony, children’s workshops, stalls and even a visit from Pudsey Bear himself! Make sure you pack a picnic and don’t forget your teddy bear!

Teddy Bears Picnic takes place on Sunday the 13th July 2025, between 11.00am and 4.00pm. at Izaak Walton’s Cottage, Worston Lane, Stone, ST15 OPA.

Most activities, stalls and things to see are free but please bring cash for refreshments and other purchasable items as there are no card readers at the Cottage

Event admission is free but there is a charge for parking if required. We strongly encourage walking, cycling and car sharing to get to the event!

We have plenty of parking space at this event on a field nearby to the Cottage. Please do not park on surrounding roads – this will be monitored during the event.

Please be aware that pictures will be being taken at this event that may be used for our website or on our social media accounts.

Take a gentle stroll around Stafford with our knowledgeable guide to see the town in a new light. Learn about the secrets of the buildings and hear about colourful characters from the past.

The tour will last for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Meet outside the Ancient High House at 10.30am.

Book your place by calling the Ancient High House on 01785 619 131 or by emailing info@historicstafford.co.uk

Take a gentle stroll around Stafford with our knowledgeable guide to see the town in a new light. Learn about the secrets of the buildings and hear about colourful characters from the past.

The tour will last for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Meet outside the Ancient High House at 10.30am.

Book your place by calling the Ancient High House on 01785 619 131 or by emailing info@historicstafford.co.uk

A free, furry, family friendly, fantastic, fun packed day!

Join us at Stafford Castle and see the return of one of our most popular events. We will have plenty of animals for you to see including an exotic zoo with hands on opportunities, a beautiful pony, bees in an observation hive, birds of prey, alpacas and even ferrets! To help you learn all about nature and wildlife there will be plenty of stalls from both local and national charities providing information about a variety of important topics. But that’s not all! Have a look and treat yourself to some local produce, supplies, crafts and artwork from Staffordshire businesses. If you’re hungry how about heading over to the Woodsmoke BBQ for a variety of options including a vegan choice, or maybe have some pizza, toasties, sausage rolls or ice cream from our other food providers. With have-a-go archery, face painting, herb garden demonstrations, a children’s craft workshop, games, roaming entertainment, coin minting and arms/armour displays at the Castle keep, a woodland trail, cakes and jams this is every nature lovers dream.

All this and lots more…. don’t miss it!

Wildlife at the Castle takes place on Sunday the 11th May 2025, between 10.00am and 4.00pm. at Stafford Castle, Newport Road, Stafford, ST16 1DJ.

Most activities, stalls and things to see are free however we will have a small charge for the children’s workshop.

Event admission is free but there is a charge for parking if required. We strongly encourage walking, cycling, public transport and car sharing to get to the event! It is about a 30 minute walk from Stafford Railway Station, near the town centre, to Stafford Castle. The 5A bus can be caught outbound from Stafford Town Centre to Stafford Castle (Thorneyfields Lane/adj Thorneyfields Lane stops) on Sundays, throughout the duration of the event.

We have plenty of parking space at this event with an overflow parking option at King Edward VI High School. Please do not park on surrounding roads and verges nearby to Stafford Castle – this will be monitored during the event. Blue badge parking will be charged the same amount but there are allocated places for these vehicles, nearest to the event area.

Please be aware that pictures will be being taken at this event that may be used for our website or on our social media accounts.

Please bring cash if you are parking as this is essential to pay the parking charge.