Staffordshire · Outdoor

Trentham Monkey Forest

Walk through woodland among free-roaming Barbary macaques.

Your day out

Watch the monkeys from the paths, stop for keeper talks and let children explore the primate-themed play spaces. Follow the forest rules and do not feed the monkeys.

Age guidance: All ages

Facilities: Café, picnic spaces, play areas and hourly feeding talks.

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

What visitors say

★ 4.3/5 · 3,483 Tripadvisor reviews

Visitors enjoy watching the monkeys and praise the play areas and knowledgeable staff. Some find the café expensive; wet weather can affect viewing.

Read the full Tripadvisor reviews · Snapshot checked 1 October 2026. Summary of sampled reviews, not a complete consensus.

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