Burntwood: Parks, Trails and Local History

Burntwood offers green spaces and trails, as well as traces of local church and mining history. Nearby Chasewater Country Park adds opportunities to enjoy the countryside and take part in water sports. If you’re looking for a hotel in Burntwood, consider which focus best suits your trip: visits to parks, outdoor activities or local history.

Parks and trails

Burntwood Park covers almost three hectares. Its features include open spaces, trees, ornamental gardens, a play area and a sports area. The mix of open and landscaped areas offers different ways to use the park. The paths are wide enough for wheelchair users and mobility scooter users to pass one another. As conditions can change, it’s best to check the latest information before your visit.

Prince’s Park was created in 1863 to commemorate the marriage of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, and Princess Alexandra of Denmark. The enclosed, fenced park is open to the public and can be entered and used; temporary access restrictions may apply. Its features include a gate, railings, a bench, three mature trees and planting.

The Greenway is a 6.5-kilometre route for walking and running, forming an accessible corridor through the countryside. The route can be accessed at various points along its course. Ironstone Heath offers a different landscape: the area includes woodland, heathland and scrub. Its countryside path connects the area with more distant places and is suitable for experienced walkers. This gives you a choice between a designated route for walking and running and a path for experienced walkers, each offering a different landscape setting.

Chasewater and outdoor activities

Nearby, Chasewater Country Park lies between Burntwood, Brownhills and Norton Canes. It covers 360 hectares, of which around 90 hectares are water. Activities mentioned there include birdwatching, walking and cycling. On the water, sailing, wakeboarding, water skiing and stand-up paddleboarding are available. As operators and conditions may change, check in advance which activities are available on your dates.

The large expanse of water and the activities mentioned give the park a different focus from Burntwood’s trails and green spaces. When planning your time outdoors, you can therefore choose between land-based activities and water sports. The operators and conditions determine what is available for each activity; a quick enquiry before your visit can help you plan your outing around the activities you have in mind.

Churches and local history

Christ Church was consecrated in 1820. The building of St Anne’s Church was constructed in 1865 to serve the community of Chasetown and is now Grade II* listed. The church is designed in the North Italian Romanesque style; Edward Adams of Westminster is named as its architect. The churches therefore bring a specific date of consecration, building history and architectural features into focus.

The Old Mining College Centre also reflects local mining history: Staffordshire County Council originally built it in 1912 as an educational institution for miners. Along with the churches, this former purpose offers another way to explore local history, alongside opportunities for outdoor exercise and recreation.

Skatepark and event

Burntwood Skatepark is a facility purpose-built for skateboarding, scootering and BMX. The Town Council’s opening report from October 2025 mentions a halfpipe, quarter-pipe ramps, decks and a grind rail. Those interested in these sports will find specific features there that go beyond a simple open space.

Burntwood Wakes is a free event held every year. Check the dates for the year of your stay before travelling. Parks, trails, historic buildings, the skatepark and the event offer different points to consider when deciding whether Burntwood suits your interests.

Discover more destinations: Hanchurch, Rolleston-on-Dove, Drointon, Madeley, Tutbury, Combridge, Tamworth, Long Compton.

For the wider travel overview: Staffordshire.