Staffordshire is located in the west midlands region of England. The county has a total area of 1,041 square miles and a population of over 1 million people,

Staffordshire is well known for being home to many historical attractions including the Broadeye Windmill, this is located on the eastern banks of the River Sow and is over 200 years old, built in 1796.

There is an extensive canal network in Staffordshire including the Coventry Canal which is 38 miles long.

Stafordshire is home to Merlin’s Alton Towers, where attractions include the Nemesis roller coaster.

The Cannock Chase is an area of natural beauty in the south of the county. The largest river is the River Trent.

Horse racing is a popular sport throughout the county, with the Wolverhampton racecourse being a popular attraction to the county.

Famous residents of Staffordshire have included Robbie Williams, Charlotte Salt (actress), Shane Meadows (director) and James Fleet (actor).

Neighbouring counties include Derbyshire to the east, Cheshire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, West Midlands and Shropshire.