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Trentham Monkey Forest - Meetings and Events
Stone Road
Trentham
Stoke-On-Trent
Staffordshire
ST4 8AY
Tel: 01782 659845
About
Trentham Monkey Forest offers a unique and memorable setting within the wider Trentham Estate, combining natural woodland with one of the UK’s most distinctive wildlife experiences. Home to free-roaming Barbary macaques, the forest provides an immersive environment where visitors walk among the monkeys in a carefully managed, conservation-focused habitat. Surrounded by ancient woodland and scenic landscapes, it’s a location that feels both tranquil and engaging - ideal for groups looking for something beyond a standard venue.
Overview of Conference & Meeting Spaces
The site offers a small but versatile range of spaces suited to meetings, team days, and informal corporate gatherings:
Classroom Space (up to 30 delegates)
A practical indoor setting ideal for workshops, training sessions, and smaller meetings. The space supports a focused environment while still benefiting from the peaceful woodland surroundings, making it well-suited for team development, presentations, or educational sessions.
Tipi Venue (60–80 guests)
For a more distinctive experience, the on-site tipi provides a larger, flexible space with a relaxed, informal atmosphere. It’s particularly well suited for networking events, team away days, receptions, or creative sessions. The natural setting adds a unique backdrop that encourages engagement and makes events feel more memorable.
Why Choose This Venue
Unique wildlife setting with free-roaming monkeys
Peaceful woodland environment away from typical corporate spaces
Memorable experience for team building and client events
Flexible indoor and outdoor options
Overall, the venue is best suited to organisations looking to combine business with experience - offering not just a meeting space, but a setting that naturally sparks conversation and connection.
Guide Prices
*Disabled adults or children can bring 1 carer with them free of charge when they pay adult/child admission price. This does not extend to foster parents.
Proof required for disabled and carer admission – blue badge, DWP, DLA letter, PIP letter, a valid Carer’s ID card or letter from local authority.
Additional carers (more than 1) are required to pay the concession rate
Online ticket prices apply to tickets bought through www.monkey-forest.com when purchased before 10am on the day of visit.
Special rates for groups (20+) and schools, please ring for details.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Trentham Estate, Stone Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Sat Nav postcode (important): ST12 9HR
(This will take you to the correct entrance area - using the general estate postcode can misdirect you.)
From the M6 (most common route)
Exit at Junction 15 (Stoke-on-Trent South)
Take the A500 towards Stoke-on-Trent
Exit onto the A34 (Stone Road) following signs for Trentham
Continue along the A34 to the Trentham Estate
At the second roundabout, take the second exit
Follow brown tourist signs for “Monkey Forest – South Entrance”
From the M1
Exit at Junction 23A or 24A
Join the A50 towards Stoke-on-Trent
Follow signs for Trentham / A34
Continue to the Trentham Estate
Follow brown tourist signs to Monkey Forest (South Entrance)
Final Approach
The entrance is located at the South Entrance of the Trentham Estate on the A34
Look for brown tourist signs indicating “Monkey Forest”
The site is opposite Strongford Garage (useful landmark)
Public Transport Directions
Public Transport Overview
Trentham Monkey Forest is accessible via a combination of train and local bus services, with the nearest rail hub located in Stoke-on-Trent.
🚉 By Train
The nearest station is Stoke-on-Trent, approximately 5 miles from the venue
Direct rail connections include:
London Euston (~1 hour 30 minutes)
Birmingham New Street (~50 minutes)
Manchester Piccadilly (~1 hour)
This makes the venue relatively well-connected for regional and national visitors.
🚌 By Bus (from Stoke-on-Trent station)
From the station, take:
Bus 21 or 21A to Hanley Bus Station
Transfer to Bus 101 դեպի Trentham Monkey Forest
The 101 service runs approximately every 20 minutes
Alternative routes serving stops near the site include:
100, 101, GO2, 21, 22
The nearest stops (e.g. on Stone Road) are typically a short 4–7 minute walk to the entrance
⏱️ Journey Time (Typical)
Train + bus combined journey: ~40–60 minutes from Stoke-on-Trent station depending on connections
🚖 Alternative Last-Mile Options
Taxis are available from Stoke-on-Trent station
Typical journey time: 10–15 minutes
Approximate fare: ~£10
TripAdvisor
Facilities
Other
- Accessible Venue
Accessibility
- Accessible Seating
- Accessible Toilet
- Autism Friendly
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Level Access
- Sunflower Lanyard Scheme Adopted
Booking & Payment Details
- Advance booking essential
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On site café / restaurant
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Board/Flipchart
- Facilities for conferencing
- Meeting venue type - • Tipi Max Capacity – 80 • Classroom Max Capacity - 30
- Venue capacity - • Tipi Max Capacity – 80 • Classroom Max Capacity - 30
Parking
- Accessible Parking
- Free Parking
- On site car park
Property Facilities
- Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
- Eco-Friendly
Opening Times
| Spring / Summer 2026 (25 Mar 2026 - 31 July 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| August - Peak Season 2026 (1 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 18:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 18:00 |
| September/October 2026 (1 Sept 2026 - 28 Oct 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| October/November (29 Oct 2026 - 5 Nov 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Feb Half Term 2027 (18 Feb 2027 - 26 Feb 2027) | ||
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| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
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