The Simply Staffordshire hand picked directory is the recommendation from a friend you have always wanted. The directory has been hand picked for you so you can find businesses, services and producers that are special to Staffordshire and its surroundings. Whether you are visiting the area or you are local, this is the place to find out what to do and where to visit in the Staffordshire Peak District.
We pick the best for you, so al you need to do is find the perfect Simply Staffordshire member to suit your requirements. Simply choose from the Simply Staffordshire hand picked guide buttons and find what you need today. If you want to talk through yuor options you can contact us today.
We have hand picked a selection of the very best of Staffordshire businesses that will offer you excellent produce and services. Use this directory to ensure you get the best out of Staffordshire or your stay with us. All the entries below have been picked because they are passionate, high quality and special to Staffordshire and we hope in turn they will become special to you. If you would like your Staffordshire based business to become a member, please email Emily for details.
Bertelin Cheese
Bertelin Farmhouse Cheese produces handmade, artisan, farmhouse cheeses that are made and matured on the Heath family farm near Stafford. Bertelin Farmhouse Cheese uses traditional methods, recipes and most importantly milk from their pedigree Friesian herd. Cheeses are:
Staffordshire PDO - award winning, smooth, slightly crumbly texture with a creamy, fresh, lactic flavour.
Derby - traditional, creamy and sweet, yet mature flavour.
Derby and Chives - a marriage made in cheese board heaven.
Eccleshall Red - traditional farmhouse cheese, strong yet rounded flavour.
Bertelin Smoked - Staffordshire smoked over oak chips for a sweet, delicate, smoked flavour.
Bertelin Blue - a creamy, soft, Gorgonzola style cheese blue and very moreish.
W: www.bertelinfarmhousecheese.co.uk
E: info@bertelinfarmhousecheese.co.uk
T: 01785 859331
M: 07827 338521
Camaya
Camaya luxury handmade chocolates were first produced by chocolatier Anita Neill in Yorkshire but are now made in Staffordshire. Only the best quality chocolate and finest ingredients are used to achieve a high standard which will satisfy the most demanding connoisseur. The selections of chocolates and truffles include both old favourites and contemporary flavours and are available in boxes of 12, 18 and 24.
W: www.camaya.co.uk
E: info@camaya.co.uk
T: 01538 702 778.
Rose Bank House, Star Bank, Oakamoor, Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 3DH
Cupcakes by Mrs D
Cupcakes by Mrs D was born out of a passion for making home made cakes and is now a small bakery based in the Staffordshire Moorlands. Alison makes each cake by hand using the finest, local ingredients, fairtrade where possible and always free range eggs. Baked in small batches for quality and freshness, each order come gift boxed. The reasons to eat cake are endless, but be sure they will be available for Weddings, Christenings, Birthdays and more.
W: www.cupcakesbymrsd.co.uk
E: cupcakesbymrsd@hotmail.co.uk
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M: 07875 212197
Denstone Hall
Denstone Hall has an award winning butchery counter, cheese counter and has a friendly and knowledgable team to help you in your purchasing. They are able to tell you about where every meat is sourced and how to cook all cuts. Their own farm produced beef is a speciality. The butchery also offers a range of easy meals, freshly prepared in the shop and ideal for quick suppers and dinner parties alike.
W: www.denstonehall.co.uk
E: info@denstonehall.co.uk
T: 01889590050
Staffordshire Fine Foods
When you go to a restaurant, do you want to know what goes in your food? At 99 Station Street this has always been the way the menu was appraoched. Everything that could be created, from the raw ingredients upwards, is made from scratch. As a result they were awarded 1st place as a local food champion by the NFU and are listed in the Good Food Guide, Olive and more. A growing range of their home made produce, including their sausages and smoked salmon, is now available online.
W: www.staffordshirefinefoods.com
E: shop@staffordshirefinefoods.com
T: 01283 516859
Denstone Contemporary Art Gallery & Cafe
A brand new and exciting gallery and cafe with a difference...it is owned and run by artists with many years experience in glass, glass jewellery, ceramics and sculpture. Set in beautiful Staffordshire countryside, you can enjoy home cooked food, Sunday lunches, special events, courses and buy locally made gifts and art.
W: www.dcagallery.co.uk
E: info@denstonecontemporaryarts.co.uk
T: 01889 591645
Denstone Hall Farm Shop & Cafe
Denstone Hall Farm Shop and Cafe is beautifully situated in the village of Denstone in Staffordshire, between the market towns of Uttoxeter and Ashbourne. The family run business is situated in the old milking parlour which has been lovingly restored. The shop itself has a lovely friendly and welcoming atmosphere and offers a wide range of local and seasonal produce. The cafe has just been awarded Best Tea Room in Staffordshire for the 3rd year running and all food is prepared on site. Voted ione of the TOP 50 best Farm Shops in the UK by The Independant 2011. Find with Google Maps.
W: www.denstonehall.co.uk
E: info@denstonehall.co.uk
T: 01889590050
Vintage Tea Emporium
This tearoom is everything you want it to be. Located in the centre of the delightful historic market town of Uttoxeter, it is packed full of vintage china, dressers groaning in beautiful gifts and delicious home made food to enjoy. You can sit down for tea and cake or maybe an afternoon tea all served in mismatched china, proper tea pots with strainers and crochet mats and cosies. The afternoon tea is a delight and a perfect Birthday treat or just a deserved break after some shopping. Look out for special events and parties like their Mothers Day Special and Childrens Tea Parties and book as they fill up quickly. They pride themselves in using local produce and all their cakes are home baked. Location Map.
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White Hart Tea Room
The White Hart Tea Room is the oldest tea room in the beautiful, historic Staffordshire Moorlands market town of Leek. Situated at the top of the market square, the Grade II listed building is the perfect setting for a great breakfast, relaxing lunch or afternoon tea. The building has also been lovingly rennovated so original features and historic surroundings abound. Julie, Eric and staff offer a very warm welcome and their food is award winning, home made and often locally sourced. Local specialities are found on the menu too, like Staffordshire Oatcakes and Lobby. The White Hart Tea Room are also three times winners of the prestigious Taste of Staffordshire Award.
W: www.whiteharttearoom.co.uk
E: info@whiteharttearoom.co.uk
T: 01538 372122
You In Mind
You in Mind is a cafe, art gallery and pottery centre that is set in a beautiful historic building in the heart of the market town of Uttoxeter. Passioante about all things local, Michala has used this principle for sourcing of crockery to art work. Enjoy a relaxing lunch or afternoon tea in this light, airy and inspiring atmosphere comfortable in the knowledge that you a truly contributing to local business and creativity. Location map. Also available are courses from still life to bead making, parties for kids, special events and gift vouchers.
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E: youinmind@hotmail.com
T: 01889 563258
N.Staffordshire Organic Gardeners
North Staffordshrie Organic Gardeners, part of Garden Organic, are about to celebrate their first 10 years as a group. Passionate about garneing organically, they offer fun, support and key speakers to encourage everyone to ditch the chemicals. Normal meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Werrington Village Hall and special events and visits are posted on their blog. Contact the Blog or their secretary, Elaine Hunt, for further details and how to join!
W: www.northstaffordshireorganicgardeners.blogspot.com
E: nsog@hotmail.co.uk
T: 01785 819055
Caltonberry Porcelain
NEW! Caltonberry is a unique range, produced in a small studio in the Staffordshire Peak District. Its inspiration comes from a love of natural materials and includes hand made porcelain, buttons, wedding favours, gifts, cards and signs, coordinated with locally produced ribbons, braids and cords. Caltonberry is produced by passionate maker, textile designer and mum of 2, partner to 1 and proud owner of Stan the dog, Lyn.
Some Caltonberry is available in the Simply Staffordshire shop.
W: www.squeakgiftandparty.co.uk
E: admin@squeakgiftandparty.co.uk
T: 01889 308555
Denstone Contemporary Art Gallery & Cafe
Newly opened in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside, this gallery and cafe is a perfect local shopping experience. You can buy locally made glass, jewellery and ceramics as well as smaller, vintage inspired items and cards, again all locally made. They offer special shopping evenings as well as parties and all in a lovely rural setting. Definately worth the detour.
W: www.dcagallery.co.uk
E: info@denstonecontemporaryarts.co.uk
T: 01889 591645
Denstone Hall
Denstone Hall is not only renowned for its award winning cafe and butchery, but also for its gift shopping. They offer special shopping events at Christmas and Easter as well as stocking an increasingly large range of locally made gists and cards. Gifts on offer are quirky, high quality and often with a lovely vintage feel and you can pop buy for last minute gifts and always find something ideal. It is worth noting that at Christmas they also have a wonderful hamper service so your buying for foodies easy!
W: www.denstonehall.co.uk
E: info@denstonehall.co.uk
T: 01889 590050
Love Dressmaking
Love Dressmaking is run by Catherine Demet, an experienced designer/dressmaker, offering dressmaking and sewing tuition to learners in Staffordshire and Shropshire. Whether you are a newcomer to dressmaking, you want to learn new techniques or you just want to improve the quality of you work, the courses and workshops will give you skills, inspiration and encouragement to achieve a professional finish. Love Dressmaking workshops are sociable, fun and you will learn some fantastic new skills, enabling you to make your own fabulous clothes and other fabric items. Tutor time is great too in the small groups.
W: www.lovedressmaking.co.uk
E: catherine@lovedressmaking.co.uk
T: 01952 276061
Muddy Lane
Rebecca Doyle creates beautiful gift items in her own home in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside. All her pieces can be personalised and she is able to make bespoke gifts for special occasions. She uses vintage and recycled fabrics and old buttons which give all her gifts a really personal touch. Check out her collection in our on line shop or at local shows.
W: www.simplystaffordshire.bigcartel.com
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Polly Jane Yarns
If you are looking to knit quality yarns at the best possible prices, then look no further than Polly Jane Yarns. Polly Jane is a mobile and online service, stocking high quality yarns needles and buttons from respected suppliers including Artisano, Knitpro, Brittany and Injabulo buttons. Simply beautiful yarns, buttons and needles, Fairtrade and a special service local to Staffordshire!
W: www.pollyjaneyarns.co.uk
E: sales@pollyjaneyarns.co.uk
T: 01782 397248
The Old Antique Tree
The Old Antique Tree upcycles vintage and antique furniture. Each piece is completely re upholstered and repainted using Farrow & Ball paints. From any left over materials, they also make beautiful and unique gingerbread characters, nursery wall hangings and Christmas decorations. Based in the heart of Staffordshire, this husband and wife team sell locally and are happy to talk to you about re-loving a piece of furniture to fit into your home today. Take a look at the website for ideas and inspiration too.
W: www.theoldantiquetree.co.uk
E: oldantiquetree28@btinternet.com
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M: 07855 277687
Tigerlily Makes
Tigerlily Makes is the Wool Craft and Felt-making Boutique. Come and be kind to you by enjoying a one day felt-making course and the therapeutic benefits this incredible craft can offer. Courses are run on a regular basis and are kept to small numbers, come and meet new people or come with friends, have fun and share common interests. All materials, tuition and lovely teas and cakes are included. Tigerlily’s mascot Lily the Lamb says "Anyone can learn how to felt, you don’t need to be artistic or creative to achieve fantastic results. The great thing about felt-making is there is absolutely no sewing needed to create something truly unique". Felt Kits, supplies and aftercare service available.
W: www.tigerlilymakes.co.uk
E: lisa@tigerlilymakes.co.uk
T: 0845 543 9046
Victoria May
Victoria May is the home of wonderfully fragranced, handmade, natural bath and skincare products. All created by hand in the stunning Staffordshire countryside, by combining delicious mixtures of the finest natural ingredients using traditional techniques. Our little luxuries will leave you feeling refreshed, inspired and wanting more! We now have a wide range of handmade soaps, bath bombs, bath grains, gift sets and more full of natural goodness and beneficial ingredients and free of SLS and parabens.
W: www.victoria-may.co.uk
E: fiona@victoria-may.co.uk
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M: 07825 050467
Denstone Contemporary Art Gallery & Cafe
Newly opened, this gallery is owned and run by artists with many years experience and practice. Specialising in glass, glass jewellery, ceramics and sculpture, you will have the opportunity to browse in the shop and speak to the artists. Beautiful and traditional Staffordshire slipware pottery is hand made, with examples of large bowls to small jugs. The exciting glass pictures on the walls look stunning and can be enjoyed while you eat too!
W: www.dcagallery.co.uk
E: info@denstonecontemporaryarts.co.uk
T: 01889 591645
Just So Festival
The Just So Festival is a boutique, weekend long festival of creativity aimed at children, young people and their families. The festival provides a magical experience where art, music and literature are embedded and entwined in a beautiful and wonderous landscape. Families discover and delight in the spectacular within the woodland environment in the Staffordshire Peak District. A perfect way to try out Staffordshire for the first time and recently voted best family festival 2011 by The Green Parent.
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Little Shed Designs
After many years working as a designer/maker in Germany and England, Jane moved into illustration 8 years ago. Two children later, she now works from her "little Shed" overlooking the beautiful Staffordshire countryside from which she takes her inspiration. Currently producing a range of greetings cards, watch this space for new designs and products in 2011! You can find some of her range in the Simply Staffordshire Shop.
W: www.littlesheddesigns.blogspot.com
E: jane@littlesheddesigns.co.uk
T: 01889 591442
Birchwood Handcrafted Invitations
Birchwood Handcrafted Invitations are based in Stoke on Trent, a place renowned for its pioneering design in the ceramic artistry and craftsmanship. With a nod to local aritstry, Birchwood believes in the sincerity of personal design in the creation of beautifully handcrafted invitations and customised wedding stationary. Their aim is simple - that your wedding stationary should be all about you personified in ink and paper.
W: www.birchwood-invitations.co.uk
E: nicky@birchwood-invitations.co.uk
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M: 07540 730080
Brackendale Spa
Although not in Staffordshire, Brackendale is not far and has won its place on the directory for being the only place locally that offers only organic and vegan treatments and products. I think youll agree that earns their place here! At Brackendale we are committed to providing a peaceful escape from everyday life. We are small, unique and friendly. We use natural products and skilled professional therapists to ease away your tensions, sooth your aching bodies and recharge your batteries. Our treatment menu and timings are all designed with total pampering, complete relaxation and pure indulgence in mind. Our approach is holistic and integrated, so when having a facial you could also find your feet or hands being massaged! Our fully qualified team of skilled professional therapists will ensure your time with us is memorable and that every one of your senses is totally satisfied.
W: www.brackendalespa.com
E: info@brackendalespa.com
T: 01629 540727
Brackendale Spa, Knockerdown Farm, Carsington, Derbyshire, DE6 1NQ
Brighter Future Counselling
Frances Weston offers counselling in Staffordshire & Derbyshire for Adults and Children
W: www..brighterfuturescounselling.co.uk
E: frances@brighterfuturescounselling.co.uk
T: 01889 563683
M: 07721 674078
31 Cheadle Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7BX
Bucket & Pegs
Mel Osbourne is a mother of two & offers free cloth nappy demonstrations to anyone interested in using re usables but may not know where to start! Practical, honest and affordable advice from a mum who has tried and tested all types of nappy product. Mel also has all the information you need for the Staffordshire County Council money back scheme.
W: www.bucketandpegs.co.uk
E: mel@bucketandpegs.co.uk
T: 01782 858421
Burton Real Nappies
Burton Real Nappies offer help and advice to parents considering a more green approach to their choice of nappy for their children. Gone are the days of terry squares, soaking, boiling, nappy pins and crunchy plastic pants, now it’s wonderful soft fabrics, fast drying, no soaking and washing at 40 degrees. Washable nappies fasten with super easy to use velcro or poppers and are as quick and simple to use as a disposable!There is significant choice nowadays and negotiating the wealth of brands and styles can be daunting which is why Burton Real Nappies offer no obligation, free advice before during and after buying your nappies. We also stock a wide range of eco products for mums, baby wearing slings, eco toiletries, luxury handmade baby shoes and washable nappy sundries.
W: www.burtonrealnappies.co.uk
E: Helen@burtonrealnappies.co.uk
T: 01283 563254
M: 07971802661
Debonair Dogs - Dog Grooming
At Debonair Dogs we offer a comprehensive range of dog grooming services to suit every client, visit our website for further details.
W: www.debonairdogs.co.uk
E: caroline@debonairdogs.co.uk
T: 01889 590008
M: 0785 764 6788
The Riddings, Denstone, Staffordshire, ST14 5HW
Have a Happy Hound
Doreen Simpkins offers a full range of services for your dog. Reiki Treatments for nervous stressed dogs. Interested in raw feeding? Home visits to help get you started on keeping your dog healthy! Quality coat care products used & range of natural products for sale. Home visits for behavioural problems can be arranged.
W: www.haveahappyhound.co.uk
E: doreen@haveahappyhound.co.uk
T: 01785 851 300
M: 07676 36644
The Covert, Mere Rise, Offley Hay, Staffordshire, ST21 6HQ
Jump For It
Jump For It is BHS Highly Commended Approved Livery and training business based at Abbottsholme Stud, near Uttoxeter Staffordshire. Also a Fit To Ride approved training centre and host to BHS training days. Offering Intensive Rider Training Breaks in a professional yard in idylis surroundings including rider B and B, using local food and eco products. They also offer full wekk and working week livery services with fanastic horse care and facilities with experienced and friendly staff.
Individual training and coaching is also available with the highly qualified Beverly Ryan. Including a gym and Pilates studio offers you unique training in comfort and style while having fun. Coaching sessions are filmed allowing rider and trainer to look back over sessions and so that all the tips and ideas you learned go home with you! Special Offers and gift packages available too.
W: www.jumpforittraining.co.uk
E: info@jumpforittraining.co.uk
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M: 07758 310595
Rural Pictures
Rural Pictures is a freelance photography company based on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border. We offer a diverse range of services all individually tailored to your specific requirements.
W: www.ruralpictures.co.uk
E: enquiries@ruralpictures.co.uk
T: 01335 324645
M: 07792 281074
Treasure Trails
Writing Treasure Hunt, Murder Mystery and Spy Trails that take you to the best places in Staffordshire while you have fun solving the clues and discovering things you never knew. Great for all ages and fantastic for all the family, including the dog! Bespoke Trails for birthdays, hen parties and events are also our speciality, along with team building for businesses. You can even personalize a Trail to include your friends and family, with your own story and photographs – great for getting everyone involved. Remember our motto – “you’ll always find more than you were looking for.”
W: www.treasuretrails.co.uk
E: staffordshire@treasuretrails.co.uk
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M: 07521 411101
Vintage Memories China Hire
NEW! Vintage Memories are based near Ashbourne, just over the Staffordshire border. Sink yourself into vintage heaven with their wide range of tea sets, teapots, jugs, cake plates & stands and much more. Vintage china introduces a fabulous twist for a wedding, Birthday Party or special event. To make your event even more memorable, remember to ask Jackie about linen hire, vintage vehicles and fairground rides.
W: www.vintagememories.co.uk
E: info@vintagememories.co.uk
T: 07794 294251