Full day out at Trentham

Discover one of Staffordshire’s favourite days out

From award-winning gardens and lakeside walks to independent shopping, family adventures and places to eat, Trentham is the perfect destination for a full day out in Staffordshire. Whether you're planning a relaxing weekend, a family trip or a spontaneous day away, there’s something to enjoy in every season.

Spend the day Your Way

Your perfect day starts here

Morning

Explore the gardens

Start the day with peaceful lakeside walks, beautifully landscaped historic gardens and hidden pathways waiting to be explored.

About the gardens

Midday

Dining and café stops

Pause for coffee and cake, relaxed lunches, lakeside dining or family meals before exploring more of the estate.

Food and drink

Afternoon

Shopping & family fun

Spend the afternoon browsing independent stores, discovering favourite brands and enjoying family-friendly activities across the estate.

About the shopping village

Evening

Stay a little longer

Round off the day with a sunset stroll, seasonal events or an overnight stay nearby in Staffordshire.

Where to stay

Shopping Village

Explore places
to shop & eat

Find your favourites at Trentham Shopping Village

Browse independent shops, discover favourite brands, explore the Blue Diamond Garden Centre, stop for coffee and enjoy relaxed lakeside dining in the heart of Trentham Shopping Village. With more than 80 stores, cafés and restaurants to explore, Trentham Shopping Village is the perfect place for relaxed browsing and leisurely dining.

View full A-Z of shops

Trentham Gardens

Spend the day your way

From peaceful mornings to memorable evenings, explore every side of the estate.

Find the Fairies

Lakeside

Nature & wildlife

History

Woodlands

Learn more about the gardens

Trentham Map

Plan your visit before you arrive

From garden trails and scenic walking routes to shopping, dining, accessibility information and family facilities, discover everything you need to plan your perfect day at Trentham before you arrive.

Learn more

What's On

This season at Trentham

August 1, 2026 - September 18, 2026

The Staffy Trail at Trentham

September 12, 2026

Terrace Tunes

September 18, 2026 - November 1, 2026

Shaun the Sheep Find the Flock Trail

October 1, 2026 - October 14, 2026

Fungi Walks

October 23, 2026 - November 1, 2026

Gandeys Circus Halloween Spooktacular

October 24, 2026 - November 1, 2026

Halloween Half Term in the Gardens

All events

"A brilliant family day out with lakeside walks, sculptures, fairy trail and plenty to explore. The gardens were beautiful and there was something for every age group to enjoy."

Jo P. - Family

Date of experience: August 2025

"A fantastic family day out with beautiful gardens, open space, shopping, cafés and activities for all ages. The staff were friendly, the food was great and there was so much to discover throughout the estate."

Laura S-H. Family

Date of experience: April 2025

"The gardens were beautifully designed with inspiration for every season, and the gardens trail made the visit even more fun. The staff were lovely, helpful and informative throughout the day."

Nicola C. - Couple

Date of experience: April 2026

Reviews

Loved by visitors

See why visitors return again and again.

    
 
 
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   Linda 
 
 
 
 Verified Best ever We went to Trentham garden stoke on Trent. Had a lovely meal, grandchildren love it, but mostly they like Miles the lad who took care of us. He went out of his way for us. #Give him wage increase or at least a extra day of
  
 
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   sam 
 
 
 
 Verified Good shops, restaurants and gardens. Nice day out either as a couple or a family. Very good parking available. Good amount of shops and places to eat. You have to pay for the gardens but it’s good to see at least once.
  
 
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   Andrea6894 
 
 
 
 Verified Great day out! Lovely day out! Unfortunately we visited on the hottest day of the year, and there are not many shared areas!
  
 
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   Sunshine13411328514 
 
 
 
 Verified Best Garden Centre in Staffordshire Love here mainly for all the home decor. I go early when they open to park easy. The breakfast is amazing, we sit outside on their huge tables and the setting is beautiful, even the Robins come and sit with you, and dragon flies fly nearby. Then you can walk into the many rows of Log Cabin shops and more cafes. I,ve been in the gardens especially the Christmas Market and ice sculptures at night. Staff were so helpful regarding garden furniture too, with free delivery.
  
 
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   Wrightshell 
 
 
 
 Verified The best place to visit 🌲💚 This place is hands down the most beautiful place I’ve ever ever been. The grounds are immaculate and there’s so much to see and do here. I visited Trentham recently and had such a lovely experience, particularly with the way the team handled my accessibility needs. I really appreciated the effort Hayley from Customer Services made. She went above and beyond to help me with my accessibility needs and couldn’t have been more kind or understanding. She took the time to find a solution that worked for me, and it genuinely made a difference. This is exactly what reasonable adjustments and good customer service should look like, without making anyone feel out of place. Because of Hayley, I now have my membership and feel completely comfortable coming back regularly and making the most of it. I’m already looking forward to my next visit and every one thereafter 🤍
  
 
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   Lesley G 
 
 
 
 Verified Could do better. Booked on line so saved money and saved on queuing. Fantastic place to visit lots to see and do. Tearoom was a good lunchstop and shops were varied and interesting. However one of our party was in a wheelchair and boy did Trentham fall down here. Entrances were not flat even the accessible toilet was difficult to get in and out of. Shame on you.