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Stone

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Stone

Stone works well as a base: 10 minutes from Barlaston, 29km from Thor's Cave.

Stone is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 14,258, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Stone sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Stone to your route.

About Stone

Stone railway station serves the market town of Stone, in Staffordshire, England. It is located on a junction of the Colwich to Manchester spur of the West Coast Main Line, but has platforms only on the branch from Stafford to Stoke-on-Trent.

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Where is Stone located?

Stone is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.9059 latitude, -2.1541 longitude.

What is the population of Stone?

Stone has a population of approximately 14,258 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
14,258
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
52.9059, -2.1541

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Stone

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Alton Towers

Major British theme park set in the grounds of a historic estate in Staffordshire with record-breaking coasters.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Bentley Factory Tour

Exclusive guided tours of Bentley's Crewe factory where master craftspeople build the world's finest luxury cars.

28 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Thor's Cave

Vast natural cavern with a 10m symmetrical arched mouth gaping from a limestone crag 80m above the Manifold Valley. The scramble up is short and the view through the arch is one of the Peak District's best.

29 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Dovedale

A limestone valley of caves and pinnacles crossed by famous stepping stones over the crystal River Dove.

30 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Lud's Church

Deep mossy chasm hidden in Back Forest above the Dane Valley, 18m deep and cool even in summer. Lollards held secret services here, and scholars identify it as the Green Chapel of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

33 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Ironbridge Gorge

Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the world's first iron bridge built in 1779.

38 km · about 45 min drive

cafe

Cat and Fiddle Inn

A historic pub near the summit of the A537 Cat and Fiddle Road between Buxton and Macclesfield, once named Britain's most dangerous road and a famous biking destination.

41 km · about 45 min drive

famous road

Cat and Fiddle Road

A thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.

41 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Stone

  • 41 kmCat and Fiddle RoadA thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.
  • 41 kmCat and Fiddle ViewpointA high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.
  • 54 kmMam TorKnown as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
  • 54 kmWinnats PassA steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.
  • 61 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
  • 63 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Stone.

Barlaston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 1,979

Eccleshall

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 2,651

Longton

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 27,214

Standon

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 3,429

Stoke-on-Trent

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 258,366

Stafford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 km awayPop. 70,145

Newcastle under Lyme

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

12 km awayPop. 127,727

Basford, Stoke-on-Trent

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

13 km awayPop. 7,321

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