Stimmy's Stone

A weathered stone standing alone in the Staffordshire countryside near Burton-on-Trent, Stimmy's Stone is one of those minor historical curiosities that makes you wonder who bothered to name it and why it's still marked on maps. The stone itself isn't imposing - it's just a chunk of rock, really - but locals will tell you it's been here for centuries, marking an old boundary or meeting point depending on which version of the story you believe.

Truth is, there's not much to do here beyond stop, look, and take a photo if you're that way inclined. History enthusiasts might find it worth a quick detour while exploring the wider area, particularly if you're already walking the local footpaths. It's the sort of thing you visit on a rainy afternoon when you're staying at Kingfisher Holiday Park nearby and fancy a gentle ramble with some substance to it.

Don't expect facilities or signage - this is proper countryside stuff. Park nearby and follow the paths on foot. Allow maybe thirty minutes if you're combining it with a proper walk, less if you're just popping over to tick it off. Free, obviously. The real draw is wandering the lanes around Burton-on-Trent and piecing together the region's patchwork history yourself. Kids will be bored within minutes unless they're the type who enjoy scavenger-hunt style exploration.