PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
T
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Tunstall
EuropeUnited KingdomEngland

Tunstall

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Tunstall

Tunstall works well as a base: 5 minutes from Kidsgrove, 19km from Lud's Church.

Tunstall is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,232, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Tunstall 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 Tunstall to your route.

About Tunstall

Tunstall is one of the six towns that, along with Burslem, Longton, Fenton, Hanley and Stoke-upon-Trent, amalgamated to form the City of Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England. It was one of the original six towns that federated to form the city. Tunstall is the most northern, and fourth largest town of the

Read more Potteries. It is situated in the very northwest of the city borough, with its north and west boundaries being the city limit. It stands on a ridge of land between Fowlea Brook to the west and Scotia Brook to the east, surrounded by old tile-making and brick-making sites, some of which date back to the Middle Ages.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Tunstall

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Tunstall.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Tunstall.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Tunstall?

Tunstall offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Tunstall?

Plan your road trip to Tunstall with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Tunstall as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Tunstall located?

Tunstall is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.0583 latitude, -2.2114 longitude.

What is the population of Tunstall?

Tunstall has a population of approximately 6,232 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Tunstall as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Tunstall. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
6,232
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.0583, -2.2114

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.

Full driving guide for United Kingdom

Tags

EuropeUnited KingdomEnglandTown

Worth the detour from Tunstall

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Bentley Factory Tour

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

16 km · about 20 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.

19 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Alton Towers

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

23 km · about 25 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.

24 km · about 30 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.

27 km · about 30 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.

27 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cat and Fiddle Viewpoint

A high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.

27 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Dovedale

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

29 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Tunstall

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

Kidsgrove

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 29,480

Basford, Stoke-on-Trent

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 7,321

Audley

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 5,638

Stoke-on-Trent

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 258,366

Newcastle under Lyme

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 127,727

Endon

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 3,221

Biddulph

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 17,669

Alsager

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 13,347

Plan a trip around Tunstall

United Kingdom road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Tunstall

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence