Great museum. We had a home Ed day here with a lot making class Included. Staff are very in formative and helpful. There is a small cafe on site offering hot drinks and basic foods

Such a great, historical place to visit. You can explore nearly anywhere in the pottery and learn so much as you go along! There’s a tea and sandwich shop inside as well, that makes for a nice, affordable lunch out.

Well organised, informative museum. A great insight into the working life of the factory and the people who worked and lived there and in the surrounding area.

Waited ages to come here as it’s I’m usually working but took advantage of the bank holiday to finally pay a visit… love walking round old factories and have previously done the middleport tour. Also it’s the home of the pottery throw down so would have loved to have seen the bit they do the filming in but it doesn’t appear to be on the tour, none of the previous pottery throw down creations on show either that I could see. But still a great place to visit, entry price is very reasonable and there is a lot to see for relatively small site. The cafe was nice too although the squeaky sounding stairway up to it sounded like it needs a bit of TLC lol Would recommend a visit you won’t be disappointed

A wonderful museum, so much to see and learn. Really friendly and accommodating staff. We arrived later than planned, so only time for a flying visit, but we pretty much had the place to ourselves after 4pm on a Friday. Will definitely be back sometime soon.

Incredibly atmospheric location. Staff were very welcoming and friendly; one lady provided a demonstration with clay and another was hand-painting vases. I was the only visitor at the time so it was great to have the place to myself! I was surprised that the period machinery was in action; the noise was intense and gives a clear impression of what the working environment was like.

A really interesting experience. Went with my family and were there for several hours exploring all the things and could have probably stayed even longer if we'd wanted to explore in more depth. The toilet museum was a peculiar surprise and was honestly better than I feel it really should have been. The cafe was quaint and served lovely Staffordshire oatcakes. Would recommend this if you're in the area.

Very very interesting. Film show about history before you explore Gladstone pottery.staff very helpful.some people may struggle with cobbled floor uneven pavement.There is a lift to upper floor also cafe there based potatoes snakes etc.gift shop range of prices of gift enjoyable day.

A really good museum. We had three live demonstrations with people who had a genuine interest in their craft. We didn't do the cafe bit but a really good presentation from start to finish. Would go again.

I loved visiting the museum and having the chance to kearn a bit about the history of The Potteries. Highlights for myself were throwing a pot and making a flower, which I can both take home too. So enjoyable. Made my day today. Thank you!

My wife and I came down to stoke to visit a few things and this was one of them. We got into pottery through the throwdown show. This museum is a lot bigger than I imagined, it had so much in it, I feel like I’d need to come back again to see it all! A warning for the toilet museum section - it is quite smelly! I feel like I could smell it all day, obviously this is on purpose but just as a warning for people who have a weak stomach! My wife and I had a go at making the flowers which was a lovely keepsake at only £5 each! We went on a Sunday and it wasnt’t too crowded. Nice little gift shop with loads of selection. Didn’t go into the cafe but the coffee smelled nice.

Fantastic working museum. See the history of pottery in Stoke. The exhibits were detailed and really helped me imagine what it would have been like working in a pottery. What I couldn't envisage is how bad the air quality must have been when there were over 2000 bottle kilns in Stoke! Entry was cheap and an extra £5 to have a go at pot throwing was well worth it. My 4 year old son also had a go and the instructor did really well letting him do it and also giving sufficient help so that he ended up with a pot. The toilet history exhibit was also really good! Also, if you like the Great British Throwdown then this is where it is filmed!

I attended the craft fair at the pottery museum and what a marvellous day it was. I really enjoyed being fully submerged in my hobby. There was lots of lovely chatty staff to help with any issues and I throughly enjoyed meeting past great pottery thrown down contestants. I would say that this place is Very much worth a visit.

Very informative showing how hard life was for workers in the local pottery industry. Nice little cafe and some hands on activities which need to be booked as soon as you arrive.

A fantastic slice of history! It was brilliant to see a working museum in action and to really get a sense of what it must have been like to work there. Lots to look at and read, even my two children enjoyed it. Gladstone Pottery is where they now film the Great Pottery Throwdown, which is what inspired my love of creating ceramics myself. The staff were so informative and friendly...I got chatting to one of them and mentioned that I wanted a plate mould...they happened to have one in their car boot and sold it to me for a great price!!! It's a shame they were all sold out of the little hanging bottle kiln models though.

Such a great place! Informative boards and films with friendly staff. Lovely to see the big kilns and imagine what it was like with so many of the big chimneys spilling black smoke out. Tea room had great cake at a great price. Go and spend a couple of hours here!

Visited here whilst in the area, was pleasantly surprised with how much we enjoyed it! Interesting to see how the place was when in its full working ways. Fascinating to see what was done here and how the ppl worked. We did the flower making which we enjoyed, the lady who was doing it was very helpful and friendly. You get to take the flower home with you plus it was only £5. We had a drink and a scone with jam and cream in the cafe. Definitely Recommend going if you are thinking of going!! You won’t be disappointed

I was so impressed with the Garden I bought a membership for my family. We are trying to go there at least once a month because of the ever changing things e.g. blooming flowers, events, decorations. My son loves their train and playground.

Had an incredible evening with my son for the Winter wonderland Christmas lights. I would highly recommend it for anyone, think it only runs until 2nd January 2022. But it really encapsulates the Christmas feel with their lights, ambient music and themes. It really is quite unlike anything around. Whilst yes there's plenty of beautifully lit streets and they are great to go see too. This has a magical feel to it. My son loved it, there's great food and drink on offer also. It inevitably comes with a price tag unfortunately, but a great experience all the same.

Absolutely amazing. The Christmas lights are truly breathtaking. Amazing day out the Ferris wheel and swings were a lovely addition and we're reasonably priced. The staff all around were really friendly and even offered to take pictures for the group. Would definitely recommend

Love trentham gardens. The gardens are kept beautiful. It's nice to see it at different stages of the year from winter , spring, when everything is starting to grow. Full bloom in summer and then the changes in autumn . There are cafés, toilets, and children's play areas. Sandpits, fairy trail. plenty to keep kids entertained . If your lucky spot beavers.

I was amazed by this park, I felt like a little girl in wonderland 😄! We spent 4 hours for searching all of these beautiful 21 fairies 🧚‍♀️ ! Each of fairy 🧚‍♀️ has a name! Beautiful park with many attractions for adults and children! Highly recommend for visiting 🙏🏻

We came here to meet some friends for our kids to play. I had never visited before due to the business of the car parks putting me off. We met on a bank holiday Friday at 9.30am to beat the traffic, and even at this time, the car park for pretty full. On the way out it was extremely busy and people were waiting for parking spaces. The park itself is very expensive for a one off visit (we were only there for 2.5 hours, and it cost us £35 for 2 adults and a 4 year old). The park itself is beautiful, and the footprint of the land is very large. There is a large lake to walk around and a boat experience, but we didn't use this. We walked around some of the gardens, and then ventured to the kids play areas. The kids loved it, and there was lots of varied areas for them to play in from large wooden play areas to sand pits. It was Easter Friday (Bank holiday) and there was a lambing event on, where we were able to see a variety of sheep either pregnant or who had just had lambs. We saw some lambs from 4 days to 7 days old. Staff were really friendly and chatty, telling us about them. There is a cafe on site, but we did not go in. There are toilets available, which were well maintained and relatively clean. Overall, it was enjoyable, but I don't think I would pay the price again to come in. If you are local, and enjoy walks (dogs are welcome too), you can get a yearly pass, which would be worth while, but I would not pay per day.

Beautiful gardens and can spend a lovely day out. dogs allowed in the park, but haven't seen any loose, what makes enjoyable day for everyone.big kids play area for big and small kids.lots of beautiful metal fairies to look at around the whole gardens.Wc and cafeterias at the both ends of the lake. Ennough spaces for picnic on the grass or in the picnic areas. Recommend..

Lovely well kept gardens with lots of walks . You can take your dog for a walk. The grounds are beautiful well looked after . Orchard Woodlands. There is a cost to be able to go into the grounds but there’s also have a discount card which if are you’re local is well worth it. The membership card can get you discounts in the shops and products that you buy . Definite place to go for a lovely walk in any weather conditions. This is a venue where you can go for a picnic go to the restaurant use the pods. There is concerts on during the summer months. Toilets facilities by the cafes . Play areas for the children. The only thing I would say is if you’ve got a pushchair all wheelchair because there are lots of gravel path this can make it awkward to push. Plenty wildlife in the area. There is a train track which you can pay to go on . Rowing boats .fishing if your a member of the fishing club .Cafes you can see people doing sports activities on the waters. It is a lovely place. Definitely recommend.

Beautiful gardens, but the price is quite high... £12.5 for a nice park.... hmmm. I am sure that you can find few similar parks in midlands for free, but if you want a family experience with a bit of shopping, nature and ok food this is the place for you. I been here few times now and sometimes the park can be amazing, sometime just a regular park. The best is to spend the warm part of the day in woods, then you can enjoy the sun and some average food at the local caffe by the flowers garden. They have few good places for kids and I think that for them can be a great experience. 👍

Great place to visit, beautiful gardens and lake. Lovely scenic walks and play areas. It was good fun for the whole family.

Good place for a leisurely walk around the well kept gardens and meet up with family. Plenty of playground equipment to keep the kids happy and loads of choice between cafes and restaurants.

I would not recommend going here in autumn and winter. It is very cold and windy. But it is so so fantastic in hot&sunny days👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 nature refreshes you 💆🏻‍♀️💆🏻‍♀️🌸 Just one negative side of there is : I think the ticket is a bit expensive. 🤷🏻‍♀️ thanks for proving us such a amazing area to have fun and to be relax 🎈🎈

I absolutely love this park! It's a fantastic place for families. The well-maintained walking path is perfect for strolling with buggies, and there's a plethora of activities for children to enjoy. The barefoot walk path adds an exciting element to the visit. The lovely picnic areas and clean surroundings make it an ideal spot for outdoor meals. Plus, the park offers breathtaking views, a few convenient shops, and clean, accessible toilets. Overall, it's a beautifully maintained park that caters to a variety of interests, making it a must-visit for families.

Took the plunge and cashed in some Tesco vouchers to by the annual pass for the gardens. Only got to use it 7 times in a year and you have got your money back. Lovely walks in well manicured gardens and around the lake. Gives you a reason to get out in to the outdoors ideal for dogs only on a lead though. Coffe shops half way round the lake and nice garden centre and lots of niknak shops eating places and cloth shops plus a farmers market on the 3rd Saturday a month. Loads of parking but can get very busy so go early

First time visiting here it’s a Beautiful place, we just about made it for the last entrance. Exceptional service from Jodie. She was extremely kind and very helpful. She made our day at the park and drive there worth every second. Thank you Jodie ! Will deffo be back again, and allow more time to explore the park.

The gardens are so beautiful. The team do a superb job maintaining them. It's a great place for a spot of mindful relaxation.

Trentham Gardens is a wonderful place. There are a number unique variety of trees and flowers, a huge lake and beautiful landscape and flocks of ducks all around the lake. A minimum of half day is required to visit the place. There are restaurants inside and outside the garden. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the entrance gate. It is busy on weekends but the garden is so huge, it never feels crowded.

Enjoyable walk around the lake, paths not messy, spotting the wildlife on land as well as on water! Excellent cup of tea and cake at the cafe at the beginning of the walk.

A top class museum to explore if you want to know anything about the Wedgwood family business and their amazing creativity from the late 17 hundreds to today . After exploring the time line and seeing beautiful show cases of all their work from cream and jasper ware to cameos and vases then you can pop into the tea room or shops. I recommend the Blue pagoda tea . It has a fruity flavour and a lovely mango aroma. The coffees are very good too with options for oat milk . I have also had afternoon tea with friends to celebrate a birthday .It's quite pricey but you will enjoy the surroundings and the ambiance as well as the fantastic cakes and sandwiches. A real treat !

Amazing experience. The kids get exposure to a new sensory challenge and feel the achievement of making a customised clay 🏺. Next phase is to come and decorate it. The lady was assisting our kids step by step and she is very patient and kind with the children.

Beautiful place! Factory tour is highly recommended! As well as an afternoon tea. The museum (V&A Wedgwood collection) reviews the history of Wedgwood as well as share 3500 items of their works over the years. I wish I could have stayed more and also join at least one of the Creative Studio experiences.

An amazing experience and so much to do! Pot throwing experience is very good making 2 pots with a very friendly knowledgeable guide. You can spend quite a while in the V&A collection museum which is amazing particularly if you are interested in ceramics, however the very well curated collection takes you through industrial and social history. The development of the factory and the different styles of pottery. There's a few oral histories too. Not a huge amount to keep children amused but there's a trail with stamps to impress in the paper. Don't miss the Tea Rooms. Pricey but good value for money and cater extremely well for vegans as they have an afternoon tea for them. We had scones but the afternoon tea looks legendary and they will supply you with a nice box to take away what you can't manage. Excellent choice of teas and very good coffee. Different styled rooms and of course eating and drinking off Wedgwood's finest china! There's also a shop, an outlet shop with stuff from the parent company Fiskers and a local produce shop if you've any money left after all of that!

Exceeded expectations with a beautiful display of collections, shop and exhibitions. Some exclusive styles available to purchase including exclusive Wedgwood advent calendar. Everything was beautiful, a visual feast. Really lovely staff. Wish we had come with more time to spend as you need a few hours to appreciate it all and to spend time in the wonderful café too!

History and heritage of Potteries of Wedgwood. Nice tea room and shops and outlet area. Shipping internationally is available..

I took one hour lesson of pottery and it was great. Emily gave the lesson and she was so patient and lovely with first timers like me.

I recently went to the World of Wedgewood for my best friend's baby shower to have afternoon tea. The afternoon tea was lovely, we were given a good selection of sandwiches including beef brisket, cucumber and cream cheese, chicken., Ham hock and egg mayonnaise. Two different scones with jam and clotted cream. Then an arrangement of mini desserts, including a macaron, sticky toffee cake, brownie, an apple pie like cake and a lemon posset. The staff were very attentive, especially to the mother to be in regards to dietary requirements and keeping us hydrated with tea, coffee and water. There was complimentary prosecco on arrival or the option of a soft drink. I'd recommend the raspberry lemonade. They can also cater for vegetarians and gluten free dietary requirements.

Fascinating tribute to the artistry and craftsmanship of the famous Wedgwood pottery. This visitor center and museum offer a deep dive into the history and legacy of Josiah Wedgwood and his exquisite creations. You can tour the factory to see skilled artisans at work, demonstrating techniques passed down through generations. The museum showcases an impressive collection of Wedgwood pieces, ranging from the early days to contemporary designs. Interactive activities, like pottery making and design workshops, allow visitors to get hands-on. There’s also a fine dining tea room and a flagship store where you can purchase unique pieces. The World of Wedgwood is not just a tour; it’s an immersive experience into the world of British ceramics, combining history, art, and craftsmanship. Whether you’re a history buff, art enthusiast, or looking for a unique day out, it’s a captivating place that celebrates an iconic brand.

I thought it’s just going to be like the boring part of John Lewis but oh boy! We did the clay studio in the morning, lunch, factory tour, museum then shops and it has been the best day out for as far as I can remember. The clay studio was a lot of fun and you’re well supported as a newbie like me. Factory tour was surprisingly riveting. Restaurant food was delicious served up on Wedgwood, but what made all of it incredible were the people throughout the day who were the kindest, funniest and most patient. Still buzzing. Cannot recommend highly enough. UK’s most underrated attraction

Excellent venue. Very interesting museum and a superb tea room. Plenty of free parking and a couple of stores plus a bar. Easily spend several hours here or just pop in for something to eat and drink.

Amazing free museum with the excellent restaurant . Was able to have lunch without booking a table which was a lovely surprise. Fabulous food all presented on there own porcelain ware (Stunning) Everything used is for sale in shop, also the price of meal was so reasonable it actually compairs with eating out at any good pub or motorway cafe..... Looking forward to next visit and hopefully been able to book full tour and afternoon tea.

Beautiful place to spend time on a very wet day.Museum free to wander around then call in the tea room for hot chocolate.No waiting time for anything

What a wonderful place! Beautiful museum and free with amazing exhibitions of pottery world created by Josiah Wedgwood famous for all the Stoke on Trent but also fare away abroad with fascinating heritage. You can see the stories of him and of his workers inside the museum. And the most important , you can see the truly heritage of pretty and exclusive pottery, how it was developed, painted and created. I highly recommend this place to visit.

Looks very dated as soon as you enter.. but get past that and there's actually loads to see in the museum. Make sure you visit all 3 floors. We went in and did the middle floor and top and nearly didn't go downstairs and would have missed the spitfire and newer area. A great museum, it's free to enter but recommended to give a donation. You can do it by contactless. Worth a visit.

What a great day out. We had a guided tour taking in the history of the potteries. Great buildings, very interesting tales of peoples lives and work around the potteries. Had a wonderful lunch and then had a go at making a pot. Absolutely loved it. Highly recommend it as a day out.

Took my Grandson to see the carboniferous monsters exhibition and stayed for the day. He couldn't believe we are lucky enough to have such a gem in our own area. He loved the exhibition as did we, and he wanted to see some Wedgwood....they'd learned about it in school. He absolutely loved the spitfire, and our family connection to it. My late Father, put the spitfire in the original glass house site and then put it into its old place in the museum. ( He was a crane driver and did the lifts, Longton Crane Hire) we had a very full day, and he was thrilled with the collection of wildlife and came home with a plasticine picture, one of the activities on offer. We had coffee and cake in the cafe which was lovely and the staff, even though under a lot of pressure due to the sheer number of customers, were excellent, friendly and helpful. Wonderful day out. He loved the art gallery too.

Spitfire Gallery is excellent. Interactive displays, movies, sectioned Merlin engine, cannon. Teaching facilities with plenty of space and light for large numbers of people. A first class resource for all ages

This place is free for everyone interested in the stories about potteries made in the area and also about the life in Stoke on Trent. From Romans to the present it is amazingly showed in plenty of interesting exhibitions. I typically liked the Nature one with sounds and visual effects, showing the different habitats in the area and the animals and insects. Great idea to bring in the children to this place. There is cafe and small souvenirs shop. I highly recommend this place.

Brilliant It was really nice to walk around it was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful the funny thing is that when I was younger and at school some of the exhibits on show now we're on show then not in this Museum but the old one ( we are talking the 60s) one thing I couldn't see was the huge wooden wheel driven by steam I would think, can't remember what it was used for but going by the size of it it was for more than one thing probably a shaft, I remember other things such as the large pot in the entrance close to the Museum shop then there was the coffin plus it's lid made from stone along with some other things, there are few things from the Coal Miners strike back in the 80s at the time I was a coal miner working underground at Hem Heath Colliery in Trentham. And a special mention to the Spitfire standing in its own room Designed by R G. Mitchell never actually saw it fly in the second World War as he passed away just before it started so he never knew how well his Spitfire performed during the war. Can I suggest during this summer holiday you go and have a look around YOUR museum and see it all for yourself.

It is a place that neatly presents the porcelain history of the city of Stoke-on-Trent 🏺🍽️ and It's also nice that the entrance is free🫠

Visited this museum on 27 April 2024. Entry is free and the lower ground floor has a cafe. Friendly staff and the entire museum is self explanatory. You will get to see the history of Staffordshire coal mines , early industry. Worth visiting in weekend

Excellent local museum - some nice art representing many periods, a bit of history, and an extensive collection documenting the potteries in the area. Take some time and read some of the documentation in the potteries collection. Interesting things to learn there!

Liked looking around at the various exhibits. The cafe food & drinks were very good, well worth a visit.

Well worth a visit. A very good range of pottery history and the Staffodshire Hoard to boot! Could easily spend 2-3 hours just browsing. Maybe a day if you have a strong interest.

Great place to go for any age group. Full of the history of Stoke on Trent . Love the face they have work sheets and maps for children to explore. A cafe that opens approximately 11am Never seems too busy . Staff that are so friendly and helpful. Amazing Spitfire with its history. Lots of school parties go see the various real animals that have been stuffed and in their own habitat. Most people haven’t seen some of the animals so closely. There are lifts or stairs to that can be used. There is an auditorium that you can go to watch films , have meetings. Would give it 5 stars if there was a car park attached to it. There is one for disabled but never any spaces for those that aren’t. Definitely worth a visit and they do change some of the artwork and artefacts in there . I have been here many times and had many visits here over the years on my own and with my family.

A really underappreciated place, I've lived in Stoke my whole life and only just been to the local museum. Deceivingly big once you get inside, staff were very welcoming. The pottery collection is amazing, The Staffordshire Hoard is very well displayed with an interactive part that the kids enjoyed And the Spitfire! So much local history on your doorstep, go!

Really lovely little local museum, the Staffordshire hoard is absolutely beautiful and worth visiting just to see that! There is an art gallery on the top floor and a spitfire on the lower floor and plenty of ceramics and taxidermy to enjoy. There is a cafe, plenty of disabled toilets and supports, and a cafe too which you can bring your own lunch to. There is a nice grassy area outside for picnics in nicer weather.

Very interesting museum with free entry covering local history, natural history and of course ceramics. All fully accessible with lifts and step free access from the street. Admission is free, but a donation should be made. There is a well stocked shop and cafe on the lower floor, next to a full size Spitfire. A great way to spend a damp afternoon.

Lovely afternoon for Chinese New year event. Such effort put in and the museum looks better than ever. I'm 35 and still love to go here. The Spitfire exhibit really does it justice and lovely staff too.

We had a fantastic time for Chinese New year. Still love the nostalgia feel of this museum, I spent a lot of time here as a child. There's been so much thought and effort put in for exhibitions and events. Lovely

An amazing day at the Potteries Museum to celebrate Chinese New Year. The amount of free events and entertainment is incredible. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers, I really appreciated today.

Went specifically to see the Stafford Hoard, which was amazing, but enjoyed the rest of the museum too. Lovely coffee shop next to the spitfire. Excellent coffee & gluten free bakewell tart to die for!!!. All they asked was a donation of £2 each !! So we gave 3 times

Good sized monkey park however, it was £55 for 5 of us (4 adults 1 child) and personally I don't think it's worth the entry fee. It's slightly cheaper if you book online in advance. Parking is free and there are plenty of spaces. It's nice to see the monkeys especially the little babies however, we had walked round the entire park within 45 mins. I think it is aimed more at families with younger children as it has a good sized play park and activity centre.

Really informative and exciting for any age!! 2 metre distance between yourself and monkeys at all times but they walk very close/across the path. Lots of new babies too!! Reasonably priced in total and you can make it last all day with the option of two play parks outside. We had drinks from the cafe but they sell hot and cold food too with a gift shop!

I was here today with my family. We had a great time. It's a wonderful place. The monkeys are cute. You can learn a lot of interesting things from the texts on the signs placed in the forest about the lifestyle and habits of the animals living there. I highly recommend it to people of all ages

I had a Breakfast with Monkeys experience here and absolutely loved it. The staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable and it's an absolute joy getting to go around to the parts of the forest that the public doesn't usually get to see and help feed them their breakfast. I then got to walk around the forest after this as part of the general public and see them along the paths swinging from trees and chasing each other about. I had a huge smile on my face in this place, it's amazing. I definitely recommend visiting!

We visited some years ago, and it's alright the concept is lovely. I wish the tickets included garden entry. I didn't know about the gardens until we arrived, so we hadn't time to visit those. The toilets were fine, the food selection was still too limited like previously, no vegetarian options, eat before you arrive, plenty or drinks selection though. Lovely little play area. The monkeys make it a pleasant walk. Offering the opportunity to feed them would be a nice addition.

Had the best day at the Monkey Forest. It's fairly small but a lovely experience being able to walk amongst the monkeys roaming freely. They had regular feeding talks throughout the day and the staff were very approachable and friendly. My daughter asked a fantastic question during one of the feeding talks and the staff knowledge was both impressive and informative. We found the chief monkey in one of the two social groups and even got to see a few babies. As you go around there are a few lift the flap questions with multiple choice answers. We were lucky enough to get most of our answers to these questions during the feeding talk. It was a really good time of year to go (end of March) because it wasn't very busy today. This meant we got to see the monkeys well and had plenty of time to walk around without it feeling claustrophobic. The food was very decently priced and I was impressed that the hot drinks could be purchased in an Eco cup for just £5. This meant we got a drink and a souvenir all for a fantastic price. They also have 2 playgrounds, a pirate boat to play on, the Banana cafe and a small shop with a good selection of gifts and souvenirs. My pair absolutely loved visiting and we spent a good 4 hours here quite happily (although you can do it much quicker if you have time restraints). I would definitely recommend a visit. Lovely day!!

Stunning Monkey sanctuary set in beautiful Staffordshire countryside. Get up close to these magnificent creatures at the Monkey forest, the staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. There's regular feedings with a team member giving out facts and info on the Barbary Macaques, they're great to watch.. very entertaining! Good amenities on site, great day out by yourself.. or with kids. Highly recommended 👌 👍 🦧

Will you see monkeys? Yes. However there are only certain area's where the monkeys congregate. You find that you are waiting for the feeding times when the monkeys are called by the handlers. The feeding times are throughout the day at different times, so I guess the other monkeys may not have been very hungry when called because out of 140 monkeys there were approx. 7-8 that came to the call. At various other areas there were also monkeys. They do walk across the paths however I only saw this happening when the call went out at feeding time. The overall walk through the monkey forest area probably takes 1.5 - 2 hours max. There are two kids play areas, 1 for older children and the other for younger kids. The on site restaurant is quiet expensive, therefore I would suggest that you take food and drink with you. Attached is a picture of the menu and prices. I think it is the place that you only visit once. I don't think I will be visiting again soon. Overall though it does keep kids busy for the day. Lastly parking is free which is good. If you have a picnic you can take you bag with you and before you enter the monkey enclosure you leave the bag with the attendants and they will give you a ticket. Alternatively you can leave your food/drink in the car and get your hand stamped at the entrance to allow you re-entry.

We had such a lovely time here. The monkeys were so interesting and entertaining to watch in their natural environment. I really like how they are not handled and the aim is to releasethem back into the wild due to such low numbers. The room they have is so vast I felt that they were living a great life. Toilets, cafe and shop on site. Parking was great and the whole experience was enjoyable. There is a disabled access part suitable for wheelchairs which runs by a lovely stream. The only thing I would improve is more seating around the place for those who struggle to walk.

Lovely little experience for all the family. My kids loved spending a few hours here. Its a pleasant little walk around the monkey forest. We watched one of the feeding times that they have throughout the day and heard some facts about the monkeys. Not expensive to get in, even cheaper online. There's a cafe and gifts shop. And a couple of play areas for the kids to enjoy. Will definitely be visiting again. But will wear mosquito repellant next time to save my legs

It was good little day out but there isn't much. Once you've been round and done the little interactive points it would of taken about an hour//hour half at most. The grounds are nice with 2 play park areas and the little shop is cute and an OK priced cafe. Not much to it so I wouldn't go often or for a full day.

You will get far more out of your visit if you go on a 'dry' day. There is enough to fill 2-3 hours and there is also a shopping village about a mile down the road and Trentham Gardens as part of the Trentham estate. The monkeys roam freely and there is the opportunity to observe feeding times scattered throughout the day. Staff are very friendly and knowledgable. There was a very lively and enthusiastic member of staff who worked alone in the small workshop right at the end of the trail. She had a great rapport with children who seemed eager to share what they knew with her. The video clips and additional information areas were also interesting to visit. My 5 year old enjoyed the quiz boards that were part of the trail as it made her walk to the next one without complaining! It is not a long trail and young children should be able to manage the walk. The outdoor play areas are fantastic and well kept. My little one loved playing in the maze and taking part in some den building. Definitely great for an outdoor, hands on experience.

Good day out. Reasonable price. Lovely play areas for the children. Lovely to see the monkeys up close and you get to see feeding time and talks too from the guides. Also an adventure quiz to do for the children. Steep slope down halfway through the walk, suitable for pushchairs as long as you hold on! Nice picnic area. Jungle shop and cafe available

Lovely place to spend a couple of hours. We booked tickets online the morning we were visiting, not sure if that's a viable option for school holidays though. Nice walk around the forest and lots of monkeys to see, it was great to watch feeding time and hear the talk about how the monkey forest is researching the monkeys and supporting the endangered animals. The cafe is nice and decent prices and the kids play areas are lovely.

If you like Big round monkeys you should visit at least once. When i went it was a public holiday so everyone decided to come here causing lines to be long and parking to be scarce. When we got in there were a lot of people in the park so if you like it quieter go on a weekday while kids are in school. This is a good place to practice your wildlife photography as there are no fences separating you to the monkeys so the fences wont ruin your shot. Stay on the paths and dont try to feed or touch the monkeys. There are toilets and cafe and playground before you enter the monkey walk. The monkeys were very circular.

This has to be one of the best days out. The monkeys are in peaceful surroundings. The staff were very informative during feeding time. We went round twice as it is doable. We saw lots of activities in the trees, don't forget to look up. We got up close while waiting for them to cross in front of us. We're big fans of 🐒 so it was a no-brainer for us. You won't be disappointed. The toilets were clean too.

Great visit if you need to occupy yourself or any of you family for half a day. Plenty of educational literature on your walk around concerning the monkeys and what is happening to the species. You can take your own food or eat in the cafe which was reasonable priced but eat it before you go around on the walk as your not allowed to take any food in. As we had free tickets (not provided by the park) I can't comment on how pricey it is to get in and the comparative entertainment for that price. But, we all enjoyed our time there.

Trentham Monkey Forest is an absolute gem! The experience of walking among these playful and intelligent creatures is truly unforgettable. The conservation efforts are commendable, and the staff’s passion for the welfare of the monkeys shines through. It’s a fantastic day out for the family, and I can’t recommend it enough. The forest setting is beautiful, and the educational aspect makes it both fun and meaningful. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with nature and support a great cause!

A chance to walk through woodlands with over 140 monkeys. This has a huge free car park and easy access coming from either the Stoke or Stafford North exits of the M5. Not too expensive to get in, and you can come and go into the Monkey walk area as many times as you like once through the main entrance. There is a good-sized cafe and if the weather is suitable, plenty of outside seating to eat your purchased food or your own. Prices in the cafe are fairly reasonable and decent selection of dishes. A couple of good quality and well maintained play areas for children so they can enjoy the day even more. There are plenty of keepers around where the monkeys are with two feeding areas. They give you loads of information about the monkeys, and all look well cared for and free to roam freely in the woodland. Well worth a visit with or without children.

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful experience here walking around the monkey forest. It was amazing to see how much the staff care about the safety of all the monkeys and visitors. They were all informative and happy to answer any questions. The scenery was amazing and you get a good walk if you go around a couple of times. I do advise that you book your tickets before hand, this doesn't only save you time at the entrance but this also saves you some money.

Amazing. Grate day out for the family. So fun to watch the money. Lots of other things to see too. The site is a lovely walk. Plants, trees and river, play areas for kids shop and restaurants inside too. Staff are very friendly, you can also get a stamp to leave and come back into the park. This is very helpful when going with the kids who play up or forget things in the car 😊. I honestly could spend all. Day here.

Great way to spend a couple of hours. Best when there's no rain as it's all outdoors. 140 monkeys in total that roam around freely. There's ducks , squirrels and the birds around. Recommend listening to the feeding talk, only about 10/15 mins. You not allowed to touch or feed the monkeys. Good walking shoes needed. Only a small bit that's a bit uphill. A nice slow walk round about 90 mins. A very good play area for the little toddlers and a very good play area for the more grow up. Park is well looked after, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Plenty of free parking. Recommend buy online before arriving as it's a few pounds cheaper. Great park for young kids and adults. Highly recommended.

Spent a quality couple of hours strolling around the forest with our grandchildren, in the company of the Barbary Macaques, watching them play, and feed. Kids loved it, had a very reasonable lunch at the on site restaurant. Large outdoor play area for the children with plenty of seating for adults. Would gladly go again.

I've been visiting the Monkey Forest for many years, first with my own children and now my grandson. We had a great time. My grandson was amazed by all the monkeys around him. We had a lovely walk round then had some lunch from the cafe and a run round the play area. Brilliant day out for all the family.

beautiful park where the animals are finally free and not tied up in small cells. The volunteers are very informative, and the park is well maintained and looked after. If I lived closer to this park I would go here every day!

Absolutely loved this place. My wife and I enjoyed it so much. We couldve stayed all day but had other things to do after but when we come back for a visit we will be spending more time. It was so nice to see the monkeys in a place that was so open and free for them to roam. You really wouldn’t see something like this in a lot of places! We managed to walk right in and buy tickets at the gate. The staff were all lovely. My only negative is probably the seating, would be nice for a bit more seating inside the actual monkey bit, I struggle to walk long distances so had to keep stopping and sometimes had to sit on the fence.

I think the monkey forest is small. So trail is short... We finished trail within 30 minutes. my little boys are 8 & 10 they are expecting for longer trail. Staff is professional and friendly. My boys enjoyed the playgrounds that were located outside of the monkey forest.

Absolutely love this place. A great way to spend the day with the family, great for children. There is a cafe and playground too. A great experience and not expensive either, to watch and observe monkeys roam freely in the forest. There are feeding times too. Overall a great experience!

Excellent food and service. Lovely menu, makes a change from bog standard curry menu. Not licensed so cheap as chips to take your own beer. Highly recommended and will be returning without a doubt

Amazing food. Having travelled in to India I have always found it hard to find authentic Indian restaurants in the UK. The food served here is fantastic and extremely reflective of real Indian cuisine. I’ll most definitely be visiting again.

THE ONE. Best Indian/curry house in stoke. Great blend of the old and new with an amazing unique menu, great value for money. Know the owner from my school's days so it was good to see you again!

Gorgeous food. Brilliant service. Not your traditional "curry" but definitely authentic and so tasty! Love the fact I can try a few different curries in one sitting - like Indian tapas. Perfect!

Just came out from a delicious dinner. Having been to South India I can objectively say that this is one of the best thalis we've ever had outside of India. Spot on traditional Indian cuisine. Delicious food made to order (if you don't want it spicy your tastes will be accommodated). Paratha thin and crispy - perfect! Service and value for money excellent. We will definitely be back! Thanks

Would highly recommend this restaurant. Food is absolutely lovely. Some of the nicest food I have ever tasted. You can take your on alcohol. Lots of shops nearby if you need to pick up some alcohol before visiting. Staff are very friendly and helpful, if you haven't been before they will explain the concept of Thalii.

We came here for the second time. The food was superb, and the waiter was friendly. The place isn't licensed, so bring your own beer or wine, which cuts down on the bill. Our meal for two came to just £20. Try the fish pakora, it's outstanding.

Good food and certainly what you expect from Paragon Group. Chicken supreme with gnocchi was great, one of my favourite combinations, and the sauce was really nice. The pork was so soft it melted in the mouth and the cabbage and truffle mash very moorish. The burger was very meaty tasting and delicious as well. Enjoyable setting and decor, but it was a little too loud (booming music in the restaurant area and not just the bar + some nearby guests) for early Saturday evening to the point we couldn't hear each other talking. Wouldn't mind as much if it was 9 or 10pm, but this was 6pm! If I was eating out again at a similar time of the day, I'd probably go elsewhere and maybe to one of their other venues like Willow.

Visited on August bank holiday weekend for a birthday meal. Service was excellent. Appropriate concern/common sense shown by waiting staff in relation to allergies with one member of the party. Food excellent, choice of drinks varied and found a lovely red to go with my steak. Sticky toffee pudding was amazing! Have been here a number of times before and will return again soon.

Went here for dinner with my sister. Lovely environment. Food is amazing . If you have the flattened steak you only get 2 options on how it's cooked though which is the only downside ,I ordered mine cooked all through (how they worded it) and it was lovely as it turned out rare and it's so tender so worth the money . Definitely going back.

Roasts were brilliant. Peanut Butter and Jelly dessert was original and really good too. Service and atmosphere great! Emily was our waitress and she was warm and attentive. Thanks guys!

We got engaged here! Love this place. Plenty of parking. I wousl recommend making a reservation. The atmosphere was upbeat (on a Saturday) The lighting is complimentary The food was nice, good variety to choose from. The interior was pleasant The loos are clean Would dine here again.

Had to send 2 steaks back as were over cooked. The flattened rump was cold and when replaced was half the size and like cardboard. the replacement of the other steak was cooked better but had caught on the edges so burn and bitter. Other meals were OK but not great. bacon chop was just gammon. starters not the best either. only saving grace was the desserts, but probably bought in. The service of drinks was very slow and some of the final drinks were never received. 2 ladies that were possibly managers looked out of sorts and not much use but at least comped the steaks we had issues with. Can't fault Josh the waiter as he seemed to be on his own and dealt with out complaints well and even organised a free dessert for the birthday guest. Doubt we will visit again. very over priced for substandard food.

Beautiful dining experience! My wife booked this place for us to eat out for the first time in ages (due to the kids🤣), and we were impressed with everything. From the food and wine(non-alcoholic) to the service and to the ambience. It was just right ✅️. Well situated off the Newcastle Road, it has ample capacity for parking. I would certainly go again and would highly recommend them over and over!

Very tasty meat, especially the steaks. Interesting idea with nigiri with meat, quite tasty. There is a genus of Sushi California, of course it's not really sushi, but still interesting. Stuffed hot breads are also tasty. The menu seems to be big, but there is nothing to choose but meat. Service is excellent, the girl listened to everything carefully and was quite polite. Interesting cocktails and wines. And excellent interior of the place.

Amazing place. Second time we have visited. Staff are so lovely, polite and friendly. Food is delicious. Menu had changed since last visit and being a veggie I felt there wasn't as much to choose from, but the quality of the food was brilliant and so tasty. The restaurant is spotlessly clean and the atmosphere is quiet and relaxed. Just wish it was nearer to our house but it's worth the hour drive!

Very easy to book reservations online after deciding to stop off here before Alton Towers for the fireworks. We drove straight in to a car park space. The staff were incredibly friendly, offering amazing service. The decor of the establishment was beautiful, the toilets were clean and warm. The food was next level!!!! I can personally recommend the prawn toast and rib eye steak.

Loved everything we ordered, and really appreciate the great service - big thanks to Lev for her attention and efficiency. Deffo recommend, will come back every chance I get.

Love the music and atmosphere, great place for couple. Service is fantastic. Absolutely surprising fusion cuisines and I will definitely come back again.

The food was delicious. The portions big, maybe needed more gnocci I had more chicken then pasta. Charge service added on the bill. The burger a bit spicy.

The experience was very relaxing enjoyable and intimate. We were served by Emily who was super professional, friendly, polite and courteous. Perfect service fresh and hot food and presentation was amazing overall a great experience. Thx to emily

What a lovely place. I could see from the busy atmosphere how popular this place was. I don’t venture out much. but I had the most fantastic meal. Best ever. Well recommend. May be a little expensive. But well worth it. Please try this place. The waiter was brilliant.

Very nice pub that still retains its old feel in side. Food is very good all freshly made. Court yard outside seating area is also very nice. A little jewel where you wouldn't think to find one.

Superb food and service per usual. I have been here regularly and never been disappointed by the fantastic home cooked food.

Lovely and friendly staff - we went there for a Sunday roast and It has been the best ever! Price and food quality is amazing. We will be back surely! Thank you :).

Wow! Amazing food, the Mason has definitely earned the praise I have heard from others. The food, service and value for money are great. Highly recommended. Thanks we will be visiting with you again.

Best Sunday lunch I've had for a while and the serving plus bar staff were really friendly and welcoming

What can you say. Four of us ate four different meals and they were all excellent. It's very very good English restaurant food served in a good old pub. Only problem is that there is very little parking but the food is so good is has to be 5 stars 😀. Oh and try the mash!

Opening hours 5pm-10pm Thursday to Saturday Food served 5pm-8pm Sunday open 12pm-6pm Food served 12pm-4pm Dine in or takeaway collection available

Beautiful Sunday roast at the Masons Arms today, can’t believe I haven’t been before and it’s on my doorstep! Everything was fresh and home cooked with love and care, service was fantastic, couldn’t do enough for you. I will be visiting again soon!

We visited the Masons for Easter Sunday lunch and we weren't disappointed. We both had the lamb shank which was absolutely delicious along with the veg, especially the roasts! As first time parents,its always a little daunting taking a baby to a restaurant, we need not have worried. The staff were really accomodating and super friendly. Anyone that makes a fuss of my wee one will always get my vote! We have already recommended to family and friends and we will definitely be back soon. A lovely Easter afternoon :)

Had my 80 Birthday with just my kids Great night staff really helpful lovely meal and great service waiti

Had the best Sunday lunch away from home ever. Never been before in spite of living local, but will definitely be going again soon. On the plus side the venue was very clean and the toilets were spotlessly clean. Definitely a thumbs up all round.

FirstLyFirst time visit tonight, can not fault anything About this place. Service. Food and ambience was perfect. Have already booked to go again

A fabulous English Restaurant with a very good menu WARNING It is so popular at the weekends that you need to book at least 4 - 6 weeks in advance. Owned and Run by Dave Stubbs, chef and Steve Sayer, front of house. The name of the restaurant, Baby Russets, is an anagram of their surnames

The first chalkboard I saw said “Welcome back! We’ve missed you!” Which is typical of this restaurant - they treat you like friends or family. Noting had changed for our first post lockdown visit - the food and service were irreproachable. I had the lamb shank with a fabulous sauce, and my wife had a salmon dish she loved. We both followed this with a beautifully subtle key lime pie. Our friends, two more couples, also reported the usual top nosh! We’ve never had a bad meal there. Best of luck for the next few months - we’ll be back as soon as you reopen to celebrate. ❤️

Well. We got a last minute booking for tonight and we are over impressed and happy!! Staff are all beautiful kind and friendly. As for the food. Its out of this world! Fresh tasty and bit portions! The prices are more than reasonable too. My husband and i couldn't even eat it all. Will definitely be returning and using as our regular!!

A beautiful meal to finish our weekend away. Firstly I want to point out how well these guys do to keep this place Covid free. They are constantly cleaning and wiping down every nook and cranny! Each table has it's own personal hand sanitizer as well the one by the entrance, they are working very hard and are going above and beyond to ensure the safety of the customers and staff! A massive well done and thank you for making us feel so safe! The food, perfectly cooked and expertly presented meals crafted by a very experienced chef. The service is second to none smiley and welcoming a great atmosphere and genuinely a wonderful evening. Would highly recommend a visit. (The baileys cheesecake we took away was phenomenal)

Had such a lovely time last night! The food was excellent, the staff fantastic and so friendly. The atmosphere was so upbeat and i love the decor. Final plus it was so personable when the chef came round at the end of the evening to see how everyone had enjoyed their meal, it just added the final touch! Only criticism is its so difficult to get a table, and now i see why! :-) x

We have just had an absolutely gorgeous Sunday lunch at Baby Russets which co-owner David cooked. You need a good appetite to eat all three courses as we did.The service staff are quick to serve and all are very efficient and friendly as are the owners. This has been our third visit to this restaurant and we will definitely be going again soon.