Trentham Estate Woodland and Lake Circuit

At a Glance

Distance

3.8 km (2.4 miles)

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

1 hr 30 min

Walk Type

Lake, Woodland, Park

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

Low

Livestock Risk

None

Facilities

Full cafe, shops, toilets and dog water bowls at the Trentham shopping village and garden entrance.

Parking

Large free Trentham car park signposted from the A34, plus overflow on busy weekends.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Trentham Estate Woodland and Lake Circuit dog friendly?

  Trentham Estate welcomes dogs, though it comes with a few conditions worth knowing before you go — hence its 3.8 km lake circuit and woodland trails being rated 5 out of 10 for dog friendliness. Dogs must be kept on a 2 metre lead throughout most of the estate, and entry to the main ornamental gardens requires paid admission, though the woodland walks up through Kings Wood and the Monument are free. On the plus side, the shopping village has dog water bowls, and the lake circuit is flat and well surfaced, making it a comfortable outing for dogs of most ages.

• Can dogs be off lead at Trentham Estate Woodland and Lake Circuit?

  There is a designated off lead area on the walk up towards North Park, but the majority of the estate — including the lake circuit and gardens — requires dogs to be kept on a lead of no more than 2 metres. If letting your dog stretch their legs off lead is a priority, Trentham is fairly limited in that respect, so it's worth bearing in mind when planning your visit.

• What should I know before visiting Trentham Estate Woodland and Lake Circuit with my dog?

  Dogs must be on a 2 metre lead for most of the route, with only one designated off lead area near North Park. Entry to the ornamental gardens is paid, while the woodland trails through Kings Wood and up to the Monument are free — so you can enjoy a decent walk without necessarily paying for garden admission. Parking is large and free, signposted from the A34, and the shopping village at the entrance has cafes, toilets and dog water bowls to set you up at the start.

Trentham Estate, Stone Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent

52.9635, -2.1950