Gathering at Little Moreton Hall

An intriguing anomaly among stately homes, Rode Hall consists of not one but two Georgian manor houses.

A 17th-century farmhouse with spa, hotel rooms and in-house restaurant.

Various high-end spa facilities at the Manor House, including sauna, steam room, pools, hot tubs, swim-up bar and more.

The in-house restaurant at the 17th-century Manor House farmhouse in Cheshire.

‘Mother town’ of The Potteries, Burslem dates back to at least 1085 when it appears listed in the Domesday Book. Today, the wealth and fortune generated by the boom in global demand for Staffordshire pottery can still be seen reflected in the town’s many fine red brick buildings and grand displays of civic pride.

Built in 1888, the beautifully-conserved grade II* listed Middleport Pottery has been producing its world-famous Burleigh pieces for over 120 years. Today it is the only working Victorian pottery left in Stoke-on-Trent and a multi award-winning visitor attraction.

Crewe Hall is a 17th century mansion and Grade I listed hotel surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens in the heart of Cheshire.

A beautiful area of ancient woodland on the edge of Crewe. It feels ancient and has a special atmosphere. Make sure you take your camera. There is always something worth looking at and enjoying whether it is the trees or the wildlife.

The Sydney Arms in Crewe is a Robinson’s community pub, set in beautiful greenery and with a large and secure beer garden.

Recently declared a Unesco World Heritage Site, the Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre is a great day out for all the family and home to the Bluedot Festival.

The Etruria Industrial Museum is only remaining operational example of a nineteenth century steam-powered potter’s mill.