Cannock is a quaint city located in Staffordshire, England. The area offers plenty of cultural experiences for travelers to enjoy, along with scenic countryside perfect for capturing beautiful photos during your vacation. Whether you're planning a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled trip, you'll find various services to make your visit even more convenient, including minibus hire, coach hire, and coach company services for comfortable transportation. If you're looking for minibus and coach hire quotes, there are affordable options available to suit different group sizes and budgets.
Europe boasts some of the best shops and boutiques, especially for those seeking unique, high-quality pieces. If shopping is a priority while visiting Cannock, a private shopping tour is an experience you'll cherish. You can arrange a tour from Birmingham City to the outlet shops in West Midlands, with minibus hire with driver options for a hassle-free journey.
Drivers will pick you up from your hotel or the airport and store your luggage while you shop. You can book your ticket online and choose convenient pickup and drop-off times. These tours include visits to various shops featuring trendy and timeless clothing, statement jewelry, and stylish home decor—perfect souvenirs to take home. The trips typically last around six hours, allowing you to fully indulge in retail therapy. Along the way, you’ll find cafes and restaurants to enjoy a meal or a coffee break.
For those traveling in groups, booking a cheap minibus hire or coach hire ensures a comfortable and stress-free experience. Whether you're exploring Cannock’s shopping destinations or planning a sightseeing tour, there are excellent transportation options available at competitive prices to enhance your trip.
Walking Tours
If you're a fan of British dramas like Peeky Blinders, the walking tour with an expert guide is a great choice. A tour that provides information about the "slogging gangs" that were popular in the Cannock area decades ago will make you feel like you're traveling back in time. As you stroll the Birmingham streets, your tour guide will point out historical landmarks and share interesting stories with you about the gangsters and crime bosses who used the dominate the area. The walking tour also features popular restaurants and pubs in the area where you can enjoy authentic vintage fare. The tour is two hours and accomodates groups of up to 20 so it's the perfect activity to indulge in if you're traveling with a group.
Birches Valley Forest Centre
If you're taking a European vacation with family and friends, Birches Valley Forest Centre provides a tranquil outdoor escape that everyone in your group can enjoy regardless of age. The park is considered an AONB, or area of natural beauty and features majestic trees amid a stunning landscape.
The forest centre has a picnic area so you can enjoy a meal outdoors and a playground. If you want to take a leisurely walk, hike, or cycle while in the park, there are several trails to choose from. You can even rent a bike from the local bike shop to ride around the forest centre and tricycles are available for small children. One of the trails leads to several pools which is ideal if you and your loved ones enjoy swimming.
Museum of Cannock Chase
The Museum of Cannock Chase is one of the area's free attractions. The museum is located at the site of what used to be a miner's training pit called Valley Colliery. The pit has been replaced with 30 acres of lush greenery and is right next to Hednesford Hills Nature Reserve, another natural attraction you may want to visit during your time in Cannock.
The museum features interesting exhibits detailing the history of Cannock Chase, as well as information about the military presence in the area throuoghout history and the interesting plants and animals that are native to the area. There are also interacive activities for children like the crawling tunnel and a replica of a miner's cottage. The cottage area features games for young visitors to enjoy and vintage toys dating back to the 1940s.
Chasewater
If you've planned your Cannock vacation in the summer, Chasewater is one of the best places to enjoy outdoor activities whether you plan to stay on land or spend some time in the water.
Chasewater is a water reservoir that spans 270 acres and was established in the 18th century to maintain the water balance in the Birmingham Canal Network. These days, Chasewater is a tourist attraction and has accommodations for water sports and activitis such as paddleboarding, waterskiing, canoeing, and sailing. If you prefer to stay on land, there are cycling and walking trails that surround the water as well as a golf course and a kid-friendly track designed for go-karts.
Chasewater Railway
Cannock has a rich industrial history, and Chasewater Railway is a wonderful attraction if you want to learn more about the railway system that helped to develop the Cannock area in decades past. The railway is two miles long and trains still run on Sundays and certain days of the week. You can hop aboard a train to get a picturesque view of the city and enjoy the warm weather since the attraction is quite popular in the summer. Chasewater Railway also features a heritage centre with museum-worthy items that are over 100 years old.
Prince of Wales Theatre
If you want to make sure your England vacation includes a trip to the theatre, you can purchase a ticket to see a show at Prince of Wales Theatre. Not only does the facility produce plays and musicals, but you can see concerts and comedy shows there as well. You can choose from community theatre productions to watch local talent, or purchase tickets for a touring production showcasing your favorite Broadway characters. Prince of Wales Theare even has a pantomime show that locals and visitors can enjoy during the holiday season.
These are just a few of the amazing attractions you can experience during your Cannock visit. Whether you enjoy shopping, dining, spending time in nature, or expanding your historical knowledge about the area, you're sure to find an activity you'll enjoy. Book your Cannock getaway today!
Pricing quotes
No matter your group size or budget, we have a vehicle to meet your needs, from a 7-seater minibus to a double-decker coach. Our pricing is transparent, with no hidden fees.
Here's a snapshot of our fleet and pricing:
minivan: Starting from £428/day
midi-bus: Starting from £604/day
35-passenger coach: Starting from £1018/day
49-passenger coach: Starting from £1131/day
double-decker: Starting from £1619/day
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