Kidsgrove Map

Kidsgrove map, view the Staffordshire town of Kidsgrove, located in the county of Staffordshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Kidsgrove Staffordshire & Guide to the Area

Kidsgrove Map Staffordshire: Interactive map of Kidsgrove, displaying the town situated in the county of Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Kidsgrove area and a Kidsgrove town centre map, showing Kidsgrove Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Kidsgrove map are: Bathpool Park, Harecastle Tunnel, Tesco Kidsgrove, Aldi, Lidl, Co-op Food, B&M Bargains, Home Bargains, Wilko, Poundland, Boots, Superdrug, Holland & Barrett, WHSmith, Waterstones, Costa Coffee, Starbucks, Caffe Nero, Greggs, Subway, McDonald's, KFC, Domino's Pizza, The Blue Bell Inn, The Canal Tavern, The Red Bull, The Queens Head, The Crown and Thistle, The Clough Hall Hotel, The Victoria Hall, The Bleeding Wolf, The Plough Inn, Kidsgrove Sports Centre, Kidsgrove Town Hall, Kidsgrove Medical Centre, Mount Road Surgery, Kidsgrove Dental Centre, St Thomas' Church, St John's Church, Kidsgrove Library, University Academy Kidsgrove, St John the Evangelist Catholic Academy, Kidsgrove Primary School, Dove Bank Primary School, Bluebell Nursery, Trinity Centre, The Globe Inn, Heathcote Hall.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Talke, Talke Pits, Butt Lane, Red Bull, Church Lawton, Mow Cop, Newchapel, Harriseahead, Packmoor, Chell, Tunstall, Burslem, Goldenhill, Pitts Hill, Smallthorne, Norton-in-the-Moors, Bradeley, Ball Green, Biddulph, Knypersley, Brown Lees, Congleton, Alsager, Rode Heath, Scholar Green, Astbury, Sandbach, Wheelock, Hassall Green.

Kidsgrove sits up in the north of Staffordshire, right near the border with Cheshire, tucked between rolling countryside and the edge of The Potteries. It's a town that's got that proper local feel, where people know each other, but still benefits from being close to busier towns and cities. With its canals, countryside walks and solid community vibe, it's a place that quietly ticks along while offering a bit of everything for those who live there.

The history of Kidsgrove, like much of Staffordshire, is tied to industry. Originally a small rural village, it grew rapidly during the 19th century with the rise of coal mining and ironworks. The Trent and Mersey Canal played a big part in its growth too, helping transport goods in and out. The famous Harecastle Tunnel, engineered by Thomas Telford, sits just outside the town and remains one of the most well-known landmarks. As mining declined, the town shifted towards light industry and residential development. These days, Kidsgrove is home to around 26,000 people, with many commuting into Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe or further afield.

In town, there are a few local gems to explore. Bathpool Park is a favourite spot, offering woodlands, lakeside paths and open green spaces for walking and relaxing. The Trent and Mersey Canal provides scenic routes for walking or cycling, and the Harecastle Tunnel remains a point of interest for visitors and canal boaters. The town centre itself has a good mix of shops, pubs and local businesses. Not far away, the National Trust's Little Moreton Hall offers a glimpse into Tudor life, with its timber-framed house and manicured gardens. English Heritage's Mow Cop Castle also sits just up on the hill with far-reaching views across Staffordshire and Cheshire.

If you're exploring the wider Staffordshire area, you've got plenty of options. The Potteries in nearby Stoke-on-Trent give you museums, galleries and factory shops like World of Wedgwood and Emma Bridgewater. Trentham Gardens offers beautiful walks, a shopping village and Monkey Forest. For family days out, Alton Towers is about an hour's drive, while Cannock Chase is great for woodland walks, cycling and wildlife. Over in Stafford you've got Shugborough Estate, and Lichfield brings its stunning three-spired cathedral.

Kidsgrove's location makes it easy to get around. The town sits just off the A34, with quick links to Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme. The M6 motorway is only a few miles away, offering routes north and south. Kidsgrove railway station provides regular trains to Stoke, Crewe and Manchester, while Manchester Airport is around 40 minutes away by car. Local buses also connect Kidsgrove to the surrounding towns and villages.

Staffordshire as a whole offers a brilliant mix — old industrial towns, beautiful countryside, charming market towns and plenty of things to see and do. You've got everything from canals and castles to woodlands and theme parks, with friendly locals and a steady, welcoming pace of life that makes people feel right at home.

Some More Nearby Places: Talke, Talke Pits, Butt Lane, Red Bull, Church Lawton, Mow Cop, Newchapel, Harriseahead, Packmoor, Chell, Tunstall, Burslem, Goldenhill, Pitts Hill, Smallthorne, Norton-in-the-Moors, Bradeley, Ball Green, Biddulph, Knypersley, Brown Lees, Congleton, Alsager, Rode Heath, Scholar Green, Astbury, Sandbach, Wheelock, Hassall Green.

We hope you found this Kidsgrove tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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