1 Lichfield Lodge

You'll spot this Georgian townhouse bang in the centre of Stafford, and it's one of those buildings that stops you mid-stride on the high street. Built in the 18th century, 1 Lichfield Lodge is a proper slice of period architecture - all red brick, sash windows, and the kind of symmetry that makes you appreciate why people bothered with good design back then.

It's primarily of interest to architecture enthusiasts and local history buffs rather than families after a day out. The lodge itself is residential, so you're really looking at this as an external landmark - a photo stop and a reason to wander Stafford's older streets rather than a sit-down attraction. That said, if you're into Georgian townscapes, the building rewards a proper look. The details matter here: the proportions, the brickwork, the window treatments.

Stafford town centre clusters several worthwhile buildings within walking distance, so this fits naturally into a morning exploring the market town itself. Couple it with a browse of the local shops and the surrounding streets and you've got an hour well spent.

Staying in the area, Poppy Fields Glamping sits just 4.3 miles out and offers a proper base for exploring Staffordshire's market towns. It's highly rated and the short distance means you're in town in minutes without the hassle of fighting for car park spaces in the town centre itself.