Name: Shugborough Estate
Rating: 5.0

Shugborough Estate

Great Haywood, Milford, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST17 0XB, England

1-99 Years

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Shugborough Estate home to the Anson family since 1624, it was once described as ‘a perfect paradise’. Visit this important piece of Staffordshire's heritage for a full day of discoveries. The stories of Shugborough are entangled with the exploits and interests of two brothers, Thomas and George Anson.

Their fortunes and their social position shaped Shugborough; understanding the origins of their power helps us to interpret the ideas and materials which flooded into Britain throughout the 18th century, furnishing homes, forging fashions and changing culture.

You can explore sweeping parkland, ancient woodland and a landscape peppered with monuments. See seasonal blooms in the formal gardens, or produce in the walled garden. Head over to Park Farm to see Dorking chickens, and say hello to the animals, such as Longhorn cows and Southdown sheep that roam around in the fields. If you are looking for Best place to visit for day out with kids and families, you can definitely visit this place.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Shugborough Estate: Sweeping parkland, ancient woodland and a landscape peppered with unique follies and monuments.
House: A Georgian mansion of global treasures, complete servant's quarters and the apartment of Patrick Lichfield, 5th Earl and fashion photographer.
The garden: Large productive walled garden and pleasure grounds, featuring arboretum, terraces, and Europe's widest yew tree.
Park Farm: Working model farm, home to the Southdown sheep and Longhorn cattle that graze the parkland.
Family-friendly things to do at Shugborough Estate: There’s plenty to see and do for families here at Shugborough Estate, including family trails or visiting the animals at Park Farm. Find out what’s on and plan your visit.
Explore the house at Shugborough: Explore the Georgian house at Shugborough, unearth unusual treasures and discover life below stairs in the servants' quarters. Or step into the glamourous apartments of Patrick Lichfield, fashion photographer and 5th Earl of Lichfield.
Explore Park Farm at Shugborough Estate: Built in 1806 Park Farm was a centre of innovation and learning. Today the farm is still a working farm, home to historic breeds of animal, and central to the estate. Learn about historic farming methods in the mill block exhibit, then venture out into our wider estate to see the animals roaming in the fields.
Explore the garden at Shugborough: Take a stroll around the gardens at Shugborough once a centre of innovation, the walled garden, formal gardens and arboretum are filled with seasonal highlights, here's a few top tips on what to look out for.
Explore the parkland at Shugborough: Discover 900 acres of Grade I listed parkland at Shugborough which has wildlife and monuments across the estate. This includes Cannock Chase's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Shopping: Mansion shop and second-hand bookshop in the Midden Yard, Plants & Gifts Centre by the car park.

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Food & Drinks: Eating Park Farm café serving snacks and light bites, and Mansion Tea-room serving sit-down lunches and cream teas.
Parking: Parking in main car park only.
Dogs allowed: On lead only.

What to see

History of Shugborough Estate: Returning from his Grand Tour around Europe, Thomas Anson came home and wanted to make Shugborough his own perfect paradise. He embarked upon transforming the house, garden and wider estates, establishing the Anson name and positioning Shugborough as a pioneering example in garden design.

For more details please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/shugborough-estate/history-of-shugborough-estate

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Garden: 09:00 - 17:00
Parkland: 09:00 - 17:00

Time may very please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/shugborough-estate#place-opening-times

Address: Great Haywood, Milford, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST17 0XB, England

Post Code: ST17 0UP

Council: Stafford

County: Staffordshire

By road: Signposted from M6 exit 13; 6 miles east of Stafford on A513; entrance at Milford. Entry via Milford Gates only to enable vehicle one way system. No entry via White Barn Farm gate.
On foot: The estate lies on the Staffordshire Way from Uttoxeter to Penkridge and local Cannock Chase Geotrail (find local buses). Walks link to towpaths along Trent & Mersey Canal from Rugeley and Stone and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal from the edge of Stafford to Penkridge and Wolverhampton.
By train: There are direct trains to Stafford from: Wolverhampton and Stoke-On-Trent (15 mins), Birmingham New Street (30 mins), Manchester Piccadilly, Coventry and Liverpool Lime Street (1hr). Take the train to Rugeley from Cannock (15 mins). There are connecting buses to Rugeley from Cannock (25 mins) and to Stafford from Eccleshall (20 mins) and Penkridge (30 mins).
By bus: Buses stop outside from: Stafford (10-30 mins), Rugeley (15 mins) and Lichfield (50 mins). There are connecting buses to Rugeley from Cannock (25 mins) and to Stafford from Eccleshall (20 mins) and Penkridge (30 mins).
Cycling: Bike racks are available at the Visitor Reception. Children under 5 on balance bikes, trikes or with stabilizer’s welcome across the property only. National Route 5 ends in Stafford Children under 5 on balance bikes, trikes or with stabiliser's welcome across the property only.
Parking: Parking in main car park only.