Thimble Cottage, Great Haywood
Private Bathroom | Private Parking | Key Safe Access | Accommodates 3
A thoughtfully decorated two-bedroom cottage sleeping three guests. Located near the historic Shugborough Estate, this charming converted village butcher’s shop offers the perfect getaway.
Two Bedrooms
Dining Area
1.5 Bathrooms
Shower Cubicle
Key Safe Access
About this space
Our beautifully converted village butcher’s shop is the perfect retreat for couples, small groups, and families. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, there’s plenty of space to relax.Located near historic Shugborough Estate, Thimble Cottage offers easy access to local pubs, countryside walks, and nearby attractions including Cannock Chase. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable dining area, and the convenience of a key safe for flexible check-in.
Reserved parking for two vehicles provided on the Clifford Arms car park, just across the road.
Stay with us.
We are available to assist you with your stay.
Please let us know if you require a late check-out, cots, high chairs, and more.
Visit the village that inspired Lord of The Rings Author, J.R.R Tolkien
J.R.R. Tolkien spent several formative months in Great Haywood, Staffordshire in late 1916 and early 1917. While staying in the village with his wife Edith, he began drafting the foundational mythology for Middle-earth, including The Fall of Gondolin.
The Staffordshire Tolkien Trail is a series of three linked walks that cover over 30 miles of the Staffordshire Countryside on and around Cannock Chase. The walks focus on Staffordshire’s J.R.R. Tolkien connection, but also offer lots of other local history interest and great Staffordshire views.
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Guests have full private access to the property, including the cosy lounge, bedroom(s), bathroom(s), and outdoor courtyard.
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Parking for two vehicles is provided free of charge. Parking permits for two vehicles allow guests to use the pub car park, the Clifford Arms, just across the road.
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Guests are welcome to check in independently, using the keys from the secure lockbox on site.
You can also arrange for someone to come and introduce you to the property.
Perfectly placed for exploring Stafford & beyond.
Transport Links
Airports
Birmingham Airport - 49 minutes drive (approximately 34 miles via M6 Toll, the closest major airport for international flights)
Manchester Airport - 1 hour 11 minutes drive (approximately 55 miles via M6, offering an extensive range of international routes and connections)
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Shugborough Estate - walk down Trent Lane and over Essex Bridge to access the gardens and lake. National Trust members can access the house where Lord Lichfield lived.
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Stafford Castle
Lichfield Cathedral
Trentham Gardens and independent shops
The Potteries Shopping and museums
Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
Lichfield Garrick Theatre
Amerton Farm
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Alton Towers Theme Park is just 36 minutes away, offering rides and attractions for all ages.
Explore the picturesque Peak District National Park with its dramatic landscapes, walking trails, and charming traditional villages - perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Nearby Stoke-on-Trent provides cultural attractions and the famous Potteries heritage.
Train Stations
Stafford Railway Station is 19 minutes drive (6.9 miles via Tixall Rd)
Stone Railway Station is nearby at 18 minutes drive (10.5 miles), served by West Midlands Railway.
Bus Service
Service 828/828A (Chaserider) provides hourly bus services (Monday to Saturday) linking Great Haywood with Stafford Town Centre and Gaol Square. Journey time is approximately 15-20 minutes. Key stops include Abbeyfields, Canalside Farm, and Clifford Arms, with onward connections to Colwich, Rugeley, and Lichfield.