Tourist attractions Burton-upon-Trent

A number of architects, all of whom worked in the neo-Classical style, contributed to Curzon's family seat, starting with Matthew Brettingham who designed the Palladian mansion, James Paine who built the north front and Robert Adam who added the sout..

On a Christian site since at least the 7C, the current building replaced an 11C romanesque cathedral. Begun in 1195, this is a magnificent mixture of the Early English, Decorated and Perpendicular gothic styles. It was badly damaged during the civil ..

A long alley crosses a vast park then leads to this 18C house, hidden in a deep valley. The estate remained in the same family from 1622 to 1985. The modesty and eccentricity of last generations ensured that the house saw little change since 1886.

The new works, founded in 1847, house a collection of Derby porcelain, dating from 1756 to the present day. George III accorded the factory his patronage in 1773 and the Royal Crown Derby title was bestowed by Queen Victoria in 1890. In the Raven Ro..

Derby Museum and Art Gallery is home to two superb collections. The China Gallery contains the largest collection of Derby porcelain , with nearly 3 000 pieces, illustrating the various periods of manufacture. The Wright Gallery displays some of t..

William Bass founded his brewery in 1777: the buildings in Horninglow Street date back to the 19C and now house a large collection. He story of William Bass in Burton is told here and there is an exhibition of beer brewing.

Sudbury Hall was built between 1660 and 1702. The exterior shows a conservative Jacobean style, whereas the interior is a combination of late Renaissance Classicism and budding Baroque. Among the many paintings on show, note the panoramic view of Sud..

If you want to know more about Joseph Pickford as a Midlands architect or discover 18C domestic activities, a visit to this private residence, built by the architect in 1770 will enlighten you. The building has been restored to its original condition..

A remarkable fusion of three styles: early 16C (Great Tower), early 18C (the nave designed by James Gibbs) and late 20C, the rear chancel. Inside, classical simplicity forms a contrast with Bakewell's magnificent screen and wrought-iron grills an..

A collection of steam engines, Rolls-Royce aero engines and cast-iron goods represent traditional local industries. The museum is located in a silk mill whose bell and barn are all that remain of the original building dating from 1718, which claims t..

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), the famous writer, poet and lexicographer, was born in this house, built by his father. The exhibition shows the life and work of Samuel Johnson, from his childhood to his marriage, his début in London and his friendship w..