Welcome to Branston

Branston is a village located in Staffordshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Trent and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village has a population of around 6,000 people and is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the area's natural beauty and rich history.

One of the most notable landmarks in Branston is the Branston Water Park, which is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The park covers an area of 40 hectares and features a large lake, woodland areas, and a variety of wildlife. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as fishing, bird watching, and walking along the many trails that wind through the park.

Another popular attraction in Branston is the Branston Hall Hotel, which is a historic country house that has been converted into a luxury hotel. The hotel is set in 88 acres of parkland and features a range of amenities such as a spa, restaurant, and conference facilities. The building itself dates back to the 18th century and is a fine example of Georgian architecture, with many original features still intact. Overall, Branston is a charming village that offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and historic landmarks.

Local Schools

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Paget High School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr I Brierly	Burton Road Branston Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE14 3DR 01283248800 School Website
Rykneld Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Rob Cruise	Main Street Branston Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE14 3EX 1283247475 School Website
Anglesey Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynsey Hedley	Clarence Street Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE14 3LG 01283563811 School Website
Riverview Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mandy Whitehouse	Suffolk Road Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE15 9HR 01283260157 School Website
Christ Church Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lee Archer	Dale Street Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE14 3TE 01283247400 School Website
Burton And South Derbyshire College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mrs Dawn Ward	Lichfield Street Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE14 3RL 1283494400
Edge Hill Academy Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Russell	Sycamore Road Stapenhill Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE15 9NX 1283247440 School Website
Shobnall Primary & Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr David Adams	Shobnall Road Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE14 2BB 1283247410 School Website
The Violet Way Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Dr Michelle Kee	Violet Way Stapenhill Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE15 9ES 01283248530 School Website
Paulet High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Ian Mcarthur	Violet Way Stapenhill Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE15 9RT 1283247900 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Burton-On-Trent Borough Road, Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA 1.40 Miles

Tutbury And Hatton Station Road, Hatton, Derbyshire, DE65 5DX 5.42 Miles

Willington The Green, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6BN 6.02 Miles

Lichfield Trent Valley Station Approach, Off Burton Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6HE 9.32 Miles

Lichfield City Station Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6HX 10.28 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Nationwide Mini Bus Travel 01283 516113 11 South Broadway St, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3LZ 0.45 Miles
Dells Of Burton Taxis 01283 564012 172 Anglesey Road, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3NP 0.65 Miles
Burton Taxis 01283 509509 91 Blackpool Street, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3AT 0.65 Miles
Z Cars 01283 564220 91 Blackpool Street, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3AT 0.65 Miles
Burton Executive Cars Ltd 0845 601 3944 Parkway House, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2WF 0.84 Miles
Ace Taxis 01283 511411 43 Branston Road, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3BS 0.85 Miles
Branston Taxis Ltd 01283 515252 62 Wood Street, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3AB 0.86 Miles
Trust Cars 01283 569999 Unit 1/John Carrs Ind Est/Wellington Rd, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2AJ 1.08 Miles
New Street Taxis 01283 535353 Unit 35, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3TN 1.16 Miles
New Street Taxis 01283 535353 Park Street, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3TN 1.16 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Clays Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Morrisons Bot No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Blackpool Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Centrum 100 Business Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Main St Branston (Old Po) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
All Saints Surgery 01283 510768	All Saints Surgery 28 All Saints Road Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE14 3LS
King Street Surgery	King Street Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE14 3AG
East Staffs Improving Lives 01283 507101	Anglesey House Anglesey Road Burton Upon Trent Staffordshire DE14 3NT
Trent Meadows 01283 845555	Branston Primary Care Ctr Main Street, Branston Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE14 3EY
Peel Croft 01283 568405	Peel Croft Surgery Lichfield Street Burton-On-Trent DE14 3RH

Local Stores

Branston Square
Unit 1 Branston Square
Branston
Burton On Trent
Staffordshire
DE14 3FU
01283 509773
Store Website
0.94 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - St Peters
Euro Garages
St. Peters Bridge
St. Peters, Stapenhill
Burton upon Trent
DE15 9AW
01283 541 575
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Companion Care (Burton Upon Trent ) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home St Peter'S Retail Park Lichfield Street Burton Upon Trent Staffordshire DE14 3BL 01283 240580 burton@vets4pets.com Website 1.10 miles
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Highland Veterinary Centre
361 Rosliston Road Stapenhill Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE15 9RJ 01283 562111 reception@highlandvetclinic.co.uk Website 1.27 miles
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The Veterinary Centre
2-4 Curzon Street Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE14 2DH 01283 535040 Website 1.34 miles
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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
90 Spring Terrace Road Stapenhill Burton-Upon-Trent Staffordshire DE15 9DX 01283 568162 post@scarsdalevets.com Website 1.50 miles
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Burton Vets
25 Ashby Road Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE15 0LG 01283 510363 burton@veterinary.org.uk Website 2.13 miles

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Medivet Burton-On-Trent
30 Horninglow Road North Horninglow Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 0SL 01283 541608 burton.on.trent@medivet.co.uk Website 2.31 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Trent And Mersey Canal Path (Burton)
The Trent And Mersey Canal Path From Branston To Barton Marina Is A Relatively Long But Even Route With Several Bridges, Locks, And The Opportunity To View Wildlife Along The Way. Tatenhill Lane Branston Burton-On-Trent DE14 3EZ 1.05 miles The Bridge Inn Has A Small, Free Car Park For Customers, But There Is Also Free Parking At Branston Water Park (De14 3Hd).

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Brantson Water Park
Branston Water Park Is A Premier Wildlife Site In East Staffordshire. Located Just Outside Burton Off The A38. The Site Is A Local Natural Reserve And Has Also Received The Prestigious Green Flag Award Again This Year And Has Successfully Held The Award Since 2005 In Recognition Of The Quality, Cleanliness, Safety And Wildlife Value Of The Site.In Recent Years The Site Has Been Improved With Better Signage, A Small Visitors Centre And Ample Parking. There Is A Level Path Running Around The Entire Site Giving Excellent Disabled Access, A Children’S Play Area, Toilets And Information On The Types Of Birds And Habitats That Are Found At Branston Water Park. 76 Lichfield Rd Branston Burton-On-Trent DE14 3HD 1.23 miles

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National Memorial Arboretum
This Gentle Circular Walk Follows Hardstanding Paths And Off-Road Tracks Whilst Enjoying Views Of A Number Of The Memorials. DE13 7AR 5.29 miles The Arboretum Is Located Just Off The A38/A513 Between Lichfield And Burton Upon Trent. You Can Follow The Local Brown Signs To Find Us.

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National Memorial Arboretum
Unnamed Road Burton-On-Trent DE13 7AR 5.33 miles Entrance To The Dog Walking Route Is Located To The Right-Hand Side Of The Main Car Park. Please Note Only Working Assistance Dogs Be Permitted Within The Remembrance Centre.

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Jacksonand#039;S Bank
Mixture Of Flat, Surfaced Pathways And Narrow, Hilly Paths Through Woodland In The National Forest. There Is A Free Carpark And Small Picnic Area With Benches At The Start Of The Walk. There Are A Variety Of Paths To Take Ranging From A Short Circuit Of About 20-30 Minutes To A Much Longer Circular Walk Of Over An Hour. Some Of The Smaller Paths Can Get Muddy In Winter, But The Main Path Remains Relatively Dry And Flat Year Round. Rd 6.09 miles

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Moria Furnace
Moria Furnace Was A Brick Building Kiln. Now It's A Craft Centre, Museum, Cafe And Childrens Play Area. A Nice Walk Along The Canal Tow Path Takes You To Into The Neighbouring National Forest. Located: Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch) Furnace Ln Moira 6.10 miles Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch)

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