Blythe Bridge is easily accessible via train. The cheapest ticket costs about $30, and journeys usually take around 4h 41m.
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1. Visit the Museum
Located within the beautiful village of Blythe Bridge, the Museum is one of the most popular attractions in South Staffordshire. The Museum showcases a range of galleries with various exhibitions throughout the year.
The museum also houses the famous collection of Staffordshire ceramics. This is an absolute must-see for art and history enthusiasts.
The village also has a number of shops, pubs and restaurants. There is also a library and public open spaces. Getting around the village is easy, with bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. Alternatively, the local train station offers regular connections to Uttoxeter and from there, a direct coach service to Alton Towers.
2. Walk along the River Blithe
The River Blithe runs through the village of Blythe Bridge and is a beautiful place to take a stroll. There are also several shops and restaurants in the area. You can also find a library and public open spaces. The Foxfield Railway is just a short walk away, and offers visitors the opportunity to experience a ride on a historic steam train.
The River Blithe is a tributary of the River Trent. It flows through the villages of Heywood Grange Farm, Caverswall, and Blythe Bridge. The name “Blithe” is derived from Old English, and means gentle, cheerful, or quiet. The River Blithe eventually flows into the Blithfield Reservoir, which is located between Stafford and Burton-upon-Trent. The reservoir is used for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing and sailing.
3. Take a ride on the Foxfield Railway
The railway has the largest collection of standard gauge steam locomotives in Staffordshire, including Haydock Foundry 0-6-0WT Bellerophon and Bagnall 0-4-0ST No. 35, both restored by Dave Scragg, along with an excellent collection of industrial diesels and a BR Mk1 coach.
It has long been a goal of the society to work passenger trains up Foxfield bank, although modern regulation makes that a difficult proposition on such a steep gradient. However, the railway remains in contact with rail regulators about reviving passenger services to Foxfield Colliery.
Blythe Bridge is served by a heritage railway station located on the Crewe to Derby line at Caverswall Road, half a mile north of the village along Blythe Bridge Road. From there, visitors can take the train to Stoke-on-Trent and enjoy shopping in the city’s markets or go on exhilarating rides at Alton Towers.
4. Enjoy a meal at one of the local restaurants
If you have had a busy day visiting all the attractions in Blythe Bridge and are looking for somewhere to relax and enjoy a bite to eat, you can find a number of pubs, restaurants and takeaways located near the railway station. There are also a number of shops, including a post office, pharmacy and supermarkets. You can find a Tesco Express or, if you head a little further toward Stoke on Trent, there is a large Meir Park Superstore.
There is a high school and sixth form in the village along with a library. The Duke of Wellington is a pub which was converted into a Tesco Express in early 2013. The village is joined to the neighbouring village of Forsbrook and both are close to the Caverswall industrial estate.
5. Visit the Blythe Bridge Library
The Blythe Bridge Library is a great place to borrow books or do some shelf-browsing. The library is open to the public four days a week and offers a wide selection of books.
The community-managed library is located at Uttoxeter Road in Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire. The library is free to use and provides a variety of services including book loans, e-books, and access to computer and Wi-Fi facilities.
In addition, the library also hosts a variety of events and activities for the local community. This includes community-run crafters, the local history society, live language for fun, and a genealogy club. The library is currently looking for volunteers to help with running the services. If you’re interested in volunteering, please visit the library to learn more about the opportunities available.
