Staffordshire

There’s a subtly compelling side to Staffordshire that rewards those who linger. Sitting at the crossroads of the Midlands, this is a county of soft contrasts — rolling countryside unfolding into wild moorland, canal paths slipping past old potteries and peaceful villages, and grand estates hidden among ancient woodland. From the open skies and heathered trails of the Peak District’s southern reaches to the elegance of stately homes like Shugborough and the calm rhythm of life along the Trent & Mersey Canal, Staffordshire offers space to slow down and breathe a little deeper. Once you discover it, you’ll wonder why it isn’t talked about more. See our top Kip tips for the region, below.

We’ve found some beautiful hideaways here — design-led countryside cabins, off-grid huts tucked into rolling hills, and a touch of wild wellness.