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Staffordshire
Spiritual Places |
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Here in the office we had a think about which places we would choose as
our choices for spiritual places in Staffordshire.
They range from places like Lichfield Cathedral to natural beauty spots
like Dovedale. One of us (not saying who) even chose a football stadiums
for those moments of extreme passion and undying faith!
We hope you will be inspired by them too.
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Lichfield Cathedral
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Lichfield Cathedral has a splendid setting. Its three
spires are unique amongst medieval cathedrals and are often referred
to as 'the Ladies of the Vale'. The present cathedral provides a beautiful
and peaceful place to worship for both regular churchgoers and visitors.
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Croxden Abbey
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The remains of a twelfth-century Cistercian abbey and
its imposing church are very intriguing. While walking around the
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Staffordshire Canals
Staffordshire’s canals are among the most beautiful
in the country. Walk along the towpaths, enjoy the birds and flowers,
and reflect upon the county’s industrial history |
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National Memorial
Arboretum TAKE
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Occupying 150 acres of land alongside the River Tame, the Arboretum
offers a tranquil setting that pays tribute to the memory of ex-servicemen
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Dovedale TAKE
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One of the country’s most beautiful valleys. There
are stone circles, bronze age hill forts, caves and rocks. Try Shepherd's
Abbey Rocks, with their prominent limestone facades, or visit the
Neolithic burial mound near Alstonefield. A place to be inspired by
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Bedford Road Islamic
Centre
A spiritual centre for Muslims living in Stoke on Trent,
the Bedford Street Mosque offers a warm welcome to all. |
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Mow Cop
Topped by the castle and the Old Man of Mow (a stone
believed to mark the site of an ancient cairn), Mow Cop is visible
for miles around. People throughout history have found Mow Cop spiritually
moving - it was chosen as the home of the Primitive Methodist movement. |
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Saint Giles Church
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Designed by Augustus Pugin, who was also responsible
for the Houses of Parliament, virtually every single part of the St
Giles Church in Cheadle is decorated from the floor to the ceiling.
If elaborate and extravagant designs inspire you, this is the place
to worship. |
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The Roaches
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The Roaches, with Hen Cloud and Ramshaw Rocks, form
a gritstone escarpment along the south-western border of the Peak
District. See them from the Leek road, the strange shapes stand sentry
at the entrance to the National Park. |
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The Victoria Ground
Sport can often be central to people's lives
and for many, their local football ground is
sacred. This 'hallowed ground', as some like
to call it, is the former home of Stoke City Football Club. |
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Cheapside • Hanley • Stoke-on-Trent • Staffordshire
ST1 1JJ
Telephone 01782 221281 • Fax 01782 289115 • e-mail:
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