History and Heritage

Claymills Victorian Pumping Station

Claymills Victorian Pumping Station

One of Britain's largest restored victorian steam pumping stations. Two large beam engines and over 20 other stationary steam engines in operation. Victorian steam and engineering technology can be seen in operation here. The site also has the oldest working electrical generator in Britain...

Marston's Brewery Visitors Centre

Marston's Brewery Visitors Centre

Marston’s have been brewing in Burton on Trent since 1834, and the Brewery in Shobnall Road is the home of the famous “Marston’s Pedigree”. Tour a traditional Victorian Brewhouse and see time honoured brewing methods in action, together with the famous and unique Burton Union System of...

National Memorial Arboretum

National Memorial Arboretum

The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK’s year-round centre of Remembrance; a spiritually uplifting place which honours the fallen, recognises service and sacrifice, and fosters pride in our country. The Arboretum is part of The Royal British Legion family of charities. Set in 150 acres of...

Redfern's Cottage: Museum of Uttoxeter Life

Redfern's Cottage: Museum of Uttoxeter Life

A beautiful, early 17th century, timber-framed town house situated in the historic market town of Uttoxeter. The museum includes period room settings from different eras as well as fascinating displays and information about the town and its notable characters. The gift shop is stocked with locally...

Sharpe's Pottery Museum

Sharpe's Pottery Museum

Sharpe’s Pottery Museum is housed in the sympathetically restored 19th century pottery works in the heart of Swadlincote. The building’s focal point is the beautiful kiln hovel which is unique due to its domed, capped roof. It is not only visually stunning but also acoustically interesting and is...

Sinai House

Sinai House

Built in the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries, Grade II listed Sinai Park House is a timber-framed house on a hilltop overlooking the Trent Valley and surrounded by a 13th century moat, itself an ancient monument. The house is one third restored and two thirds derelict. It is historically,...

Snibston

Snibston

Set in the heart of the National Forest, Snibston is a must for visitors wanting to explore a wealth of science, technology and heritage-related exhibits whilst enjoying an exciting, leisurely day out. Housing a number of interactive galleries, an historic theatre, iconic colliery...

The National Brewery Centre

The National Brewery Centre

The ‘Brewing Experience’ at the NBC incorporates large elements of the original Bass Museum. Learn about the legendary Bass family and their role in the development of brewing. The museum also celebrates the social history of the development of brewing – the real life experiences and stories of the...

Tutbury Castle

Tutbury Castle

Occupied since the stone age, the castle has played an important part in English history on many occasions in warfare and peace. The castle is best known as one of the prisons of Mary Queen of Scots, who was held here on four occasions. It was here that she became involved in the plot that...

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