Trentham Gardens and Adventure Play - Overview

Explore one of the largest Garden regenerations in Britain.

Set within the finest of English landscapes are the grand Italianate Parterres and the more intimate and relaxed pleasure gardens which have been brought back to life with stunning new displays of modern planting by leading designers Tom Stuart-Smith and Piet Oudolf.

Hundreds of thousands of choice perennials and bulbs provide breathtaking displays throughout the year, in a garden that only closes on Christmas day!

There is something for everyone – Formal Gardens and Fountains, Wild and Colourful Prairies, 12 Show Gardens, Woodland Walks, Tree Trails, Bird Hides, a very engaging children’s play area and Britain’s first Barefoot Walk.

The Floral Prairies and Natural Meadow
Designed by Piet Oudolf whom the Financial Times (August 2007) describe as “one of the hottest international garden designers” and “godfather of the new perennial style”. This area demonstrates a signature look that melds European roots with classic British style. Here a vast contrived perennial meadow takes a natural appearance and contrasts intentionally with the bold colourful planting in Piets distinctive floral prairie. Planting was completed by spring 2007 and has already established very well.

The Western Pleasure Ground
The western side of the Garden provides a broad range of family orientated experiences from Britain’s first Barefoot Walk (Barfuss), 12 show Gardens, Woodland Walks, and a grass Amphitheatre to host a range  of events with a capacity for 5,000 visitors. The Adventure play area for Children has also been extended with a woodland style adventure play and JCB Young Drivers area.

Upper Flower Garden
The formal parterre originally designed by Sir Charles Barry (Architect of the House of Commons) has been restored, and is replanted with colourful displays of plants for seasonal effect. The Garden is punctuated by topiary, 4 large vases and a large fountain.

Our Garden Tea Room is situated next to the Italian Garden and offers a variety of delicious hot and cold food.

For the Kids
You'll love our new Adventure Playground situated inside the Italian Garden. Leave Mum and Dad in the Garden Tea Room and challenge yourself. Or take a walk through the trees on the new woodland discovery trail to see some of the amazing trees that grow here.

Not forgetting of course, the exciting new Monkey Forest that's just opened. This gives you a unique chance to get up close to the monkeys and watch as they climb the trees and chase each other through the branches.

As if that's not enough, there's loads more fun stuff coming to Trentham soon. You’ll soon be able to visit the butterfly farm, or lose yourself in our crazy Hedge Maze. With all that and more, you won't find a better day out!

JCB Constructive play for all ages Click Here

Tours of the Gardens
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