What's on inWhiston


Welcome to Whiston

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Whiston - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Whiston to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Tourist Attractions


Alton Towers

Unleash a torrent of thrill ride roller coaster fun at the fantabulous world of the Alton Towers ResortThe Theme Park Re‐opens for February Half Term from 18th ‐ 22nd February 2014. There is something for all thrillseekers and families, with tons of terrific rides, blockbusting attractions, amazing live…

Churnet Valley Railway

'The Railway in the Valley'. Cheddleton Station is located towards the northern end of the current Churnet Valley line and is the headquarters of the railway. It is one of only three original Churnet Valley Stations that have survived demolition in the 1960s and 1970s the other…

Foxfield Light Railway

The Foxfield Light Railway is one of the UKs earliest heritage railways. The line was built in the 1890s and unlike many lines which follow valleys, the Foxfield Railway maintains a 5 mile round journey which boldly crosses open moorland, hills and woodland. This results in spectacular…

Ford Green Hall

Ford Green Hall is a 17th century timber‐framed farmhouse complete with period garden. An award‐winning museum, the Hall offers visitors a fascinating insight into the life of the 17th century. The rooms are furnished with an outstanding collection of textiles, ceramics and furniture.Ford Green Hall is in the…

The Dudson Museum

Discover over 200 years of pottery produced in Stoke‐on‐Trent by the oldest surviving family business in the ceramic tableware industry. Explore the original Dudson factory courtyard and enjoy the unique experience of stepping inside the Grade II listed bottle oven to view the collection and to trace the…

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