Mill Cottage Guidebook

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Mill Cottage Guidebook

Scenic

Scenic place for a stroll and bite to eat. -10/15 mins WALK via the field opposite. Turn left as you walk out of the cottage and there is a path a couple of mins down the road on the right (before the row of houses), follow the path straight ahead and walk past the play area- through the gap in the fence, it takes you straight to the Marina- lakes, ducks, food, drink places. -also accessible in 21 min - walking via the village, up via gilmore lane. A 5 minute drive: Leave the property and drive all the way up Mill Lane and turn right at Efflinch Lane - at the end of this long road take a right again and keep driving till you are just out of the village. The Marina signs will be on your right.
Barton Marina
Barton Turn
Scenic place for a stroll and bite to eat. -10/15 mins WALK via the field opposite. Turn left as you walk out of the cottage and there is a path a couple of mins down the road on the right (before the row of houses), follow the path straight ahead and walk past the play area- through the gap in the fence, it takes you straight to the Marina- lakes, ducks, food, drink places. -also accessible in 21 min - walking via the village, up via gilmore lane. A 5 minute drive: Leave the property and drive all the way up Mill Lane and turn right at Efflinch Lane - at the end of this long road take a right again and keep driving till you are just out of the village. The Marina signs will be on your right.
Spacious, peaceful memorial that has great events on for adults and kids, so it's worth seeing what's on. Also has a coffee shop. -8 min drive
51 locals recommend
National Memorial Arboretum (Alrewas, Staffordshire)
Croxall Road
51 locals recommend
Spacious, peaceful memorial that has great events on for adults and kids, so it's worth seeing what's on. Also has a coffee shop. -8 min drive
Lovely forest walk with free parking. -13 minutes drive
Jacksons Bank
Brakenhurst Road
Lovely forest walk with free parking. -13 minutes drive
-28mins drive A really lovely space to spend some time in any season. -'Go Ape' adventures -Sedgeway hire -Bike hire -Walks and bike trails -Adventure playground -Coffee shop -A charge for parking
Go Ape
-28mins drive A really lovely space to spend some time in any season. -'Go Ape' adventures -Sedgeway hire -Bike hire -Walks and bike trails -Adventure playground -Coffee shop -A charge for parking
-28mins drive A really lovely space to spend some time in any season. -'Go Ape' adventures -Sedgeway hire -Bike hire -Walks and bike trails -Adventure playground -Coffee shop -A charge for parking
32 locals recommend
Cannock Chase Forest
Birches Valley
32 locals recommend
-28mins drive A really lovely space to spend some time in any season. -'Go Ape' adventures -Sedgeway hire -Bike hire -Walks and bike trails -Adventure playground -Coffee shop -A charge for parking

Food Scene

Convenience supermarket, fresh bakery, sandwiches, drinks, Costa coffee, papers. -4 min drive, free parking behind the Co-op -20 minute walk
The Co-operative Food - Barton-under-Needwood
Crowberry Lane
Convenience supermarket, fresh bakery, sandwiches, drinks, Costa coffee, papers. -4 min drive, free parking behind the Co-op -20 minute walk
Handy coffee shop, a 9 minute canalside walk (go over the bridge, then under the bridge, and walk away from the cottage). You get a great view of the marina. To access the marina however, its quicker to walk through the village.
Starbucks
Handy coffee shop, a 9 minute canalside walk (go over the bridge, then under the bridge, and walk away from the cottage). You get a great view of the marina. To access the marina however, its quicker to walk through the village.
Cosy coffees and treat and bites to eat. -4 min drive, free parking behind the Co-op -20 minute walk
Skinny Kitten Cafe
23 Main St
Cosy coffees and treat and bites to eat. -4 min drive, free parking behind the Co-op -20 minute walk
Delicious food in a peaceful, scenic environment at the marina. -5 min drive (free parking at the Marina carpark) -21 min walk via the village, a bit longer (30 min) if you go via canalside walk -a NEW shortcut via the field opposite. Turn left as you walk out of the cottage and there is a path a couple of mins down the road on the right (before the row of houses), follow the path straight ahead and walk past the play area- this takes you straight to the Marina now!
The Apple Tree
Barton Turn
Delicious food in a peaceful, scenic environment at the marina. -5 min drive (free parking at the Marina carpark) -21 min walk via the village, a bit longer (30 min) if you go via canalside walk -a NEW shortcut via the field opposite. Turn left as you walk out of the cottage and there is a path a couple of mins down the road on the right (before the row of houses), follow the path straight ahead and walk past the play area- this takes you straight to the Marina now!
Local fish and chip shop. -14 min walk -3 min drive
Barton Fish Bar
Oak Road
Local fish and chip shop. -14 min walk -3 min drive
Local pizza delivery. You can get it delivered straight to the cottage, or pick up. Please pop to the front of the house, when you are expecting your delivery. -3 min drive -14 min walk
3 Chefs
70 Oak Road
Local pizza delivery. You can get it delivered straight to the cottage, or pick up. Please pop to the front of the house, when you are expecting your delivery. -3 min drive -14 min walk
Breakfasts, food, drink, on site parking. -3 min drive -17 mins walk
The 3 Horseshoes
2 Station Rd
Breakfasts, food, drink, on site parking. -3 min drive -17 mins walk
Great food and atmosphere. Vegan and veggie menu available. -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
Faro Lounge
29 Market St
Great food and atmosphere. Vegan and veggie menu available. -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
Best for breakfasts, coffees and indulgent treats. halloumi breakfast burger recommended! -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
Hindleys Bakeries
10 Tamworth St
Best for breakfasts, coffees and indulgent treats. halloumi breakfast burger recommended! -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
Vegan friendly cafe. The warm banana bread is thoroughly recommended! -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
Melbourne in Lichfield
32-34 Bird Street
Vegan friendly cafe. The warm banana bread is thoroughly recommended! -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone

Neighbourhood

Cafe, post-office, pubs, Co-op, florist and other businesses can be found here. A stroll is recommended :) -4 min drive, free parking behind the Co-op -20 minute walk
Main Street
Main Street
Cafe, post-office, pubs, Co-op, florist and other businesses can be found here. A stroll is recommended :) -4 min drive, free parking behind the Co-op -20 minute walk
Lovely public foot paths with views. - 8 min drive. - 3 hr round trip walk
Dunstall Estate
Lovely public foot paths with views. - 8 min drive. - 3 hr round trip walk

Entertainment

Cosy cinema with food and coffees. -5 min drive (free parking at the Marina carpark) -21 min walk via the village, a bit longer (30 min) if you go via canalside walk -a NEW shortcut via the field opposite. Turn left as you walk out of the cottage and there is a path a couple of mins down the road on the right (before the row of houses), follow the path straight ahead and walk past the play area- takes you straight to the Marina now!
12 locals recommend
The Red Carpet Cinema & Café Bar
12 locals recommend
Cosy cinema with food and coffees. -5 min drive (free parking at the Marina carpark) -21 min walk via the village, a bit longer (30 min) if you go via canalside walk -a NEW shortcut via the field opposite. Turn left as you walk out of the cottage and there is a path a couple of mins down the road on the right (before the row of houses), follow the path straight ahead and walk past the play area- takes you straight to the Marina now!
Lovely small town centre, with lots of shops and cobbled courtyard. Great bars and restaurants. -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
34 locals recommend
Lichfield
34 locals recommend
Lovely small town centre, with lots of shops and cobbled courtyard. Great bars and restaurants. -15 min drive (Lichfield) town centre parking as it's in a pedestrian zone
You can book one off experiences here, tubing, tabogganing, skiing. Great adrenaline filled fun! -20 min drive
6 locals recommend
Swadlincote Snowsports Centre
Sir Herbert Wragg Way
6 locals recommend
You can book one off experiences here, tubing, tabogganing, skiing. Great adrenaline filled fun! -20 min drive
Great place for kids, recommend a visit when they are doing an event for extra fun. -10 min drive
21 locals recommend
National Forest Adventure Farm
Postern Road
21 locals recommend
Great place for kids, recommend a visit when they are doing an event for extra fun. -10 min drive
Horse riding experiences available here. Give them a call before your visit to ensure availability. -15 min drive
Meadow View Stables
Main Road
Horse riding experiences available here. Give them a call before your visit to ensure availability. -15 min drive
-10 min drive (5 mins from Co-op and Main Street) Free parking, large garden center with plants, aquatics, play area, large cafe. Perfect for a browse, homeware, clothes, crafts, food, gift etc. Great in summer and amazing displays on the run up to Christmas!
Byrkley Park Garden Centre
Rangemore Street
-10 min drive (5 mins from Co-op and Main Street) Free parking, large garden center with plants, aquatics, play area, large cafe. Perfect for a browse, homeware, clothes, crafts, food, gift etc. Great in summer and amazing displays on the run up to Christmas!
Great for adults and kids alike. -6 minute drive -32 minute walk along the canal
National Forest Llama Treks
260 Lichfield Rd
Great for adults and kids alike. -6 minute drive -32 minute walk along the canal
10 mins drive Info from website: Buy vouchers online Why not try our experience vouchers – they are a relaxed but hands-on way to find out more before commencing a flying course and our experienced instructors will ensure you enjoy it. Realise your own ambition or make a superb gift of the experience to a loved one. We offer a wide range of introductory flight packages – all include a pre-flight briefing, fantastic ‘hands-on flight’ and count towards your Private Pilot’s Licence. We also have a well-stocked cafe and viewing area making it perfect for friends and family to accompany you on your experience day.
Tatenhill Aviation Ltd
10 mins drive Info from website: Buy vouchers online Why not try our experience vouchers – they are a relaxed but hands-on way to find out more before commencing a flying course and our experienced instructors will ensure you enjoy it. Realise your own ambition or make a superb gift of the experience to a loved one. We offer a wide range of introductory flight packages – all include a pre-flight briefing, fantastic ‘hands-on flight’ and count towards your Private Pilot’s Licence. We also have a well-stocked cafe and viewing area making it perfect for friends and family to accompany you on your experience day.
-20 minute drive
102 locals recommend
Drayton Manor Theme Park
Drayton Manor Drive
102 locals recommend
-20 minute drive
- 35 mins drive
329 locals recommend
Alton Towers
Farley Lane
329 locals recommend
- 35 mins drive
-30 mins drive from the cottage
58 locals recommend
Twycross Zoo
Burton Road
58 locals recommend
-30 mins drive from the cottage