5reasons to visit... staffordshire

THIS HISTORIC SPA AND MARKET TOWN IS A PERFECT GATEWAY FOR EXPLORING THE STATELY HOMES OF DERBYSHIRE AND SOUL-STIRRING LANDSCAPES OF THE PEAK DISTRICT

Past and present entwine at the Black Country Living Museum, where history is close enough to touch and stories of the past unfold

As a youngster with a limited amount of cash, I used to spend days out in the capital enjoying delights that were totally free. These included getting lost in the maze at Hampton Court Palace, window

PLACES TO GO, THINGS TO DO, IDEAS TO TRY

Looking for fun days out this autumn? You needn’t break the bank – these family-friendly activities will keep everyone occupied and won’t cost a penny!

Enjoy vibrant city life, a beautiful coastline and lashings of northern charm