Visit the Historic Town Centres, Shops and Shopping
Cannock Chase offers three main town centres - Cannock, Hednesford and Rugeley. This section will provide you with information about these towns, what improvements are being made and local schemes that are operating in the area.
Cannock
Cannock, on the southern edge of the Chase, offers a wide variety of choice to the discerning shopper combining high quality shopping malls and a traditional market.
In the heart of Cannock’s conservation area, a mix of bars and cafes complement the other town centre attractions.
See Cannock Shopping Centre Website
Hednesford
Hednesford, offers a variety of specialist and traditional shops and cafes and is the ideal starting point for visitors to the area as it is the gateway to the Chase.
Hednesford is also home to the Museum of Cannock Chase, which illustrates the rich mining heritage of the area and offers an Information Point for visitors.
Rugeley
Rugeley, nestling on the north side of the Chase, has been a busy market town since the 13th Century. Today a bustling market operates three days a week from the Market Square. Throughout the town centre, major retail chains mix with the small friendly locally-owned shops. The Trent and Mersey canal flows through the town adding to the peaceful setting and providing an alternative means of access.
Last Updated: 02/08/2023