Clock Tower

Burton-on-Trent's Clock Tower stands as a proper Victorian landmark in the heart of town - you can't miss it if you're wandering the high street. Built in the 19th century, it's a sturdy brick structure that tells you exactly what time it is, which honestly is its main job and it does it well. The tower itself isn't massive, but it has that solid, no-nonsense character that defines the period.

It's worth a quick stop rather than a pilgrimage. History buffs will appreciate what it represents about Burton's industrial heyday when brewing was everything, but you're looking at maybe ten minutes of actual time here unless you're really into Victorian civic architecture. Families passing through won't find much to occupy kids for long, though it makes a decent landmark for meeting up or orienting yourself in town.

The admission is free as you'd expect - it's a public monument. Call ahead if you're keen to get inside or find out opening details, as information online is thin on the ground. If you're basing yourself at one of the nearby parks - Kingfisher Holiday Park is just 3.5 miles away, or the slightly further Oakland at 6.1 miles - the Clock Tower works as a reason to head into Burton town centre itself for a proper explore. Pair it with the local breweries and the town's canal heritage if you want a fuller afternoon. On its own though, it's a quick photo stop, not a destination.