Welcome to Western Downs

Western Downs Staffordshire is a beautiful and picturesque area located in the heart of England. It is known for its rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming villages. The area is home to a number of historic landmarks, including the famous Staffordshire Hoard, which is the largest collection of Anglo-Saxon gold and silver ever discovered. Visitors to Western Downs Staffordshire can explore the area's rich history and enjoy the stunning natural scenery.

One of the most popular attractions in Western Downs Staffordshire is the Cannock Chase Forest. This beautiful forest covers over 26 square miles and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and badgers. Visitors can explore the forest on foot, by bike, or on horseback, and there are plenty of trails and paths to follow. The forest is also home to a number of picnic areas and play areas, making it a great destination for families.

Another popular attraction in Western Downs Staffordshire is the town of Lichfield. This historic town is home to a number of beautiful buildings, including the stunning Lichfield Cathedral. Visitors can explore the town's cobbled streets, browse the local shops and markets, and enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants and cafes. Lichfield is also home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Lichfield Festival and the Lichfield Food Festival.

Local Schools

School	Details
Oulton C Of E C First School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Amy Graham	Rock Crescent Oulton Stone Staffordshire ST15 8UH 01785336515 School Website
Alleynes Academy Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Ms Karen Lockett	Oulton Road Stone Staffordshire ST15 8DT 01785337400 School Website
Christ Church Academy Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Wright	Old Road Stone Staffordshire ST15 8JD 01785334900 School Website
Barlaston C Of E C First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Clarey	Broughton Crescent Barlaston Stoke On Trent Staffordshire ST12 9DB 01782372543 School Website
St Dominic's Priory School Other Independent School Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Harrison	37 Station Road Stone Staffordshire ST15 8ER 1785814181 School Website
Christ Church C Of E C First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Amy Graham	Northesk Street Stone Staffordshire ST15 8EP 01785336545 School Website
St Dominics Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Dianne Stokes	Margaret Street Stone Staffordshire ST15 8YG 01785413278 School Website
Manor Hill First School Academy Converter Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mrs Jessica Roden	Manor Rise Walton Stone Staffordshire ST15 0HY 1785812418 School Website
Pirehill First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Williamson-Smith	Tilling Drive Walton Stone Staffordshire ST15 0AA 01785334970 School Website
St Michaels C Of E C First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Wass	Weavers Lane Off Lichfield Road Stone Staffordshire ST15 8QB 01785334930 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Stone Station Road, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8ER 1.33 Miles

Blythe Bridge Uttoxeter Road, Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire, ST11 9JF 4.27 Miles

Longton King Street, Longton, Staffordshire, ST3 1EZ 4.52 Miles

Stoke-On-Trent Station Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2AA 5.84 Miles

Stafford Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA 8.50 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Limoshop Limited (Head Office) 01785 817001 Unit35 Whitebridge Estates, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8LQ 1.22 Miles
Stone Valley Cabz 01785 617143 22 Willow Rd, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8NP 2.00 Miles
Secure Cabs 01785 812805 Flat 12/Walton Grange/Stafford Rd, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 0ET 2.03 Miles
K Cabs 01785 288999 Wesley Drive, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8FQ 2.47 Miles
D Smith Chauffeured Executive Cars 01785 616282 3 Taverners Drive, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8QF 2.60 Miles
A G M Chauffeur Services 07831 774718 The Chimes/12 Princetown Close, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 7WN 3.51 Miles
C And A Taxis 01782 397359 147 Stallington Road, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9PB 4.06 Miles
Gilberts Taxis 01782 319049 230 Blurton Rd, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 2AQ 4.08 Miles
Z Cars 01782 593322 Unit 4/Willow Row, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 2PU 4.15 Miles
Z Carz Private Hire 01782 593322 Willow Row, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 2PU 4.15 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hillside Lamp Box St15 8Uu No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kibblestone Road Oulton Lamp Box St15 8Uj No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:15
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Bury Bank Wall Box St15 0Qa No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Whitebridge Industrial Est Pillar Box St15 8Lq B No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
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Albert Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Airdale Road Wall Box St15 8Dp No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Kings Avenue Lamp Box St15 8Aa No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newcastle Road Pillar Box St15 8Jw No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Orchard Place Pillar Box St12 9Dl No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beechcroft Estate Lamp Box St12 9Aw No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Cumberland House 01785 813538	Cumberland House 8 High Street Stone Staffordshire ST15 8AP
Mackinnon M (Branch) 01782 372416	Barlaston Health Centre Old Road Barlaston Stoke On Trent Staffordshire ST12 9EP
Mansion House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Mansion House Abbey Street Stone ST15 8YE
Mansion House Surgery 01785 815555	Mansion House Surgery Abbey Street Stone Staffordshire ST15 8YE
East Staffs Pcp Access Hub 01283 507152	G1 Bellringer Road Trentham Business Quarter Stoke On Trent Staffordshire ST4 8GB

Local Stores

Stone
50 Eccleshall Road
Walton
Stone
Staffordshire
ST15 0HN
01785 812060
Store Website
2.11 miles

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SPAR- Platinum Retail-Filleybrook
Newcastle Rd
Stone
ST15 0PT
07824618383
Store Website
1.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Stone Veterinary Centre
Abbey Street Stone Staffordshire ST15 8PA 01785 818186 Website 1.71 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Shires Veterinary Practice
Eccleshall Road Stone Staffordshire ST15 0HJ 01785 813955 2.07 miles

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Hope Veterinary Surgery
Sherborne Close Newstead Industrial Estate Trentham-Newstead Stoke On Trent Staffordshire ST4 8ZJ 01782 657788 Hopevets@hotmail.co.uk Website 2.95 miles


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Lime Trees Vets Ltd
Lime Trees Veterinary Hospital - Meir Park Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire ST3 7WD 01782 385285 reception.meir@limetreevets.co.uk 3.96 miles
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Vets Now (Stoke)
Lysander Road Meir Park Stoke On Trent Staffordshire ST3 7WD stokeclinic@vets-now.com Website 3.96 miles

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Rogers, Brock &Amp; Barker Veterinary Surgeons - Longton
Locketts Lane Stoke On Trent Staffordshire ST3 4JJ 01782 319847 ln@rbbvets.co.uk Website 4.01 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Barlaston Downs
Lovely Area With Stream Running Through, Park Area And Forest Walks. Barlaston Downs Car Park Barlaston 0.06 miles

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Downs Banks
Downs Banks Brook Is A Stream Which Runs The Length Of Downs Banks (National Trust). There Are Fantastic Views From The Highest Point On The Downs, From Millennium Monument. ST15 8UU 0.46 miles About 5 Miles From M6 J14/J15. Drive Into Stone From The A34.

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Barlaston Downs
From National Trust Website: Station Rd Barlaston Stoke-On-Trent ST12 9AB 1.22 miles

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Trentham Gardens
Unnamed Road Stoke-On-Trent Lancashire ST4 8JG 3.29 miles

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Trentham Gardens
At The Centre Of The Estate Is The Mile-Long Capability Brown Designed, Trentham Lake. 3 Stone Rd Stoke-On-Trent Lancashire ST4 8AX 3.29 miles Just Off The A34 - Around 5 Minutes From The M6 J15.

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Hanchurch Woods
Hanchurch Woods Is A Really Peaceful Woodland Area, It Has A Big Picnic Area And Then 3 Marked Walks. The Green Walk Which Is 3.5 Miles And Covers A Variety Of Wooded And Pastoral Landscapes, Mainly Focusing On The Village Of Hanchurch. Keepers Cottage Drayton Rd Hanchurch Stoke-On-Trent Lancashire ST4 8SN 4.12 miles

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