Cottages in Stoke-on-Trent

You still have plenty of time to choose the right destination to enjoy your holiday with the whole family. In the county of Staffordshire in the west of England is the metropolis of Stoke-on-Trent, known as The Potteries, where you can travel to the impressive museums, buildings and parks that represent the history of the town. Use Holidu to find cottages that have different services to make your stay more comfortable while you make the most of the destination. We have several holiday locations to suit your needs and budget, where all you need to worry about is making the most of your trip and turning it into a fascinating experience. Cottages located just metres from the town centre overlooking the Caldon Canal which stretches for 18 miles.

The Potteries holiday cottages are the perfect place for families and couples looking for a peaceful holiday break that requires space for 1 to 16 people. Our cottages have large enough gardens, so you can include your pets in the trip and the children can have fun during the off hours of sightseeing around the city. They are suitable for those who love trees and plants, as within the garden there is a flora worth admiring and preserving. The flats have spacious and comfortable bedrooms, parking, television, heating, air conditioning, washing machine and Wi-Fi connection.

Alton Towers theme park is the second most visited theme park in the UK and number twelve in the top 15 theme parks in Europe. It is located in the grounds of an old neo-Gothic house, which is now ruined. Among the park's most popular attractions are the roller coasters Nemesis, Galactica, Oblivion and The Smiler. It is also an award-winning amusement park. Don't hesitate to share a whole afternoon with the kids at CBeebies Land where everyone can explore over 14 rides and test their adrenaline levels.

The Trentham Monkey Forest is the habitat of 140 Barbary monkeys that roam freely in the 60 hectares of Staffordshire's wonderful woodland and the only one in the UK that allows this activity. Visitors can walk around the site in peace and quiet as they watch the monkeys play among the trees and on the ground. You have the opportunity to ask the guides any questions you have about the macaques, and don't be surprised if they come in front of you clowning around. End your visit at the park's terrace café with a delicious cappuccino or sweet cake.

The gallery was opened in 1956 to house a wide range of collections that bring together the identities that formed the area known as the Potteries, which are classified as designated. The museum exhibits collections of fine and decorative arts, local history, costume, natural science and archaeology. On permanent display is a World War II Supermarine Spitfire aircraft.

It is an astronomical observatory that houses radio telescopes and is part of the University of Manchester. The observatory was opened in 1955 by Dr Bernard Lovell, and its creation has been crucial in the search for quasars and pulsars. There is a visitor centre with people specializing in the history of the observatory who can answer any questions, there is a 3D theatre that simulates trips to Mars, and there is also a trail around the telescope named after its founder that lasts about half an hour, explaining how it works and the research it has been used for.

This is a working museum of a medium-sized coal-fired pottery of the type used from the Industrial Revolution to the mid-20th century. It is a Grade I listed building and is included in the European Route of Industrial Heritage. Within the museum's spaces there are different kilns used for pottery making, including two lustre kilns, two biscuit kilns and two glaze kilns. Visitors to the museum can see the bottle kilns, the slip room, the power house and the saggar making workshop.

It's a 73-hectare country park of woodland and open meadows. In the centre of the garden is a lake with stone boating and fishing is permitted, the permit includes carp, roach, crucian carp, tench and perch. In addition, the park has a cafeteria, visitor centre and a car park with 40 parking spaces.

The best of British design and industrial heritage in one place. Discover the essence of Wedgwood in a day of shopping, visitor tours and dining. In the gallery's flagship shop, you'll find a wide range of cutting-edge design and lifestyle choices. 250 years of production and design history. Take the kids to the play areas that provide entertainment for the youngest to the oldest. Don't leave without visiting the Tea Room and dining room for a delicious lunch.

An indoor water park that is open every day of the year. The attraction includes wave pools and slides, spa, rides, big slides and bubble pools. If you are an expert swimmer or learner, this place is as well for you. You can enjoy a delicious meal in the café bar or in the restaurant located at the water's edge. The changing rooms in the park are designed for families and if you are searching for something more private, there are also individual changing rooms. The car park has 300 parking spaces, and it is recommended that you visit the attraction for 4 hours.

Experience a day with a difference on the wonderful dry ski slope which is totally ideal for people who enjoy skiing, snowboarding and tubing. The slope also offers free sessions and lessons. The park also organizes its own annual races: The Fun Race.