Stoke-on-Trent Guidebook
Fun and Adventure
Alton Towers
The UK's biggest theme park with over 40 rides and attractions also home to Cbeebies land and year round events such as Scarefest.
Waterworld
The UK’s No.1 Tropical Aqua Park an epic adventure for the whole family. Enjoys slides, wave pools, rapids and an outdoor pool.
Museum of Horrors
Home of horror and the macabre at the UK's first Museum of Horrors. Actor-led tours, thrilling immersive experiences and original film artifacts.
Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Stoke
Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Park is fun, safe and inclusive, enabling kids and adults to experience the thrill of the hit ITV show. Go test your Ninja skills.
Stoke Ski Centre
Stoke Ski Centre provides a fun, safe, environment for the whole family. Activities include skiing, tubing and snowboarding.
Adventure Mini Golf
Offers two 18-hole, tiki-themed mini golf courses for the whole family to enjoy! Take a trip through the Temple Ruins Trail to discover the hidden wildlife and then putt your way to glory on the Jungle Falls Challenge, where you will play beneath our amazing indoor waterfall!
Tenpin Stoke
Multi lane ten pin bowling, experience the cosmic bowling session. Or make a night of it with a basket and bowl package. Party bookings welcome.
Natural Beauty
Trentham Estate
Beautiful landscaped gardens with Italian influences, scenic lake walks and wildlife. Features a children's playground, fairy trail and festive light displays in the winter.
Peak District
The UK’s oldest national park, breathtaking landscapes. From leisurely walks and exploring quaint towns and villages to climbing and caving.
Biddulph Grange Country Park
Historic garden with themed areas showcasing global horticulture, including a Chinese garden and child friendly walks.
Animal Activities
Trentham Monkey Forest
The only monkey forest in the UK, walk amongst 140 Barbary macaques roaming free in 60 acres of beautiful Staffordshire woodland. Educational monkey feeding sessions amidst the tranquil forest backdrop.
Wetley Moor Alpacas
Trek through scenic landscapes for a serene, interactive experience. Learn about alpaca personalities and even feed the friendly creatures.
History & Pottery
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Interactive pottery museum with live demonstrations, hands on activities and historical displays on the industrial revolution.
World of Wedgwood
World of Wedgwood is a gold award-winning tourist destination in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside. Home to Stoke-on-Trent's most prestigious brand, Wedgwood, and the galleries of the V&A Wedgwood Collection.
The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Travel back in time and discover the history of the Potteries, including the world’s greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics and The Staffordshire Hoard, a trove of Anglo-Saxon treasure!
Emma Bridgewater Factory
Take a fascinating factory tour, try your hand at decorating a piece of your very own unique Emma Bridgewater pottery or enjoy a lovely afternoon tea.
Cinema & Theatre
Cineworld
Modern multiplex cinema, watch the latest international blockbusters in 2D and 3D with some popcorn whilst relaxing in the comfiest reclining chairs.
Regent Theatre
Traditional theatre with an architecturally notable auditorium showcasing engaging productions and pantomimes.
Shopping
Trentham Shopping Village
Trentham Shopping Village, the perfect place for some retail therapy with over 50 shops and 14 cafes and restaurants.11 locals recommend.
Festival Park
Retail park home to Go Outdoors, Next, Boots, JD Sports, Argos, Outfit, River Island, Tapi, TUI, New Look, B&Q, Poundland, Morrisons Supermarket, Pizza Hut, Frankie & Benny’s, Toby Carvery and McDonalds.
intu Potteries
Over 50 shops, 7 restaurants and cafes and a 9 screen cinema all under one roof. The Potteries Centre is at the heart of Stoke-on-Trent. Shop, dine, drink, meet, play and do.
Food & Dining
The Orange Tree Bar & Grill
A stylish hot spot in a Georgian building with a modern glass extension and beautiful décor, serves delicious contemporary cuisine and cocktails and a stunning Sunday Roast.
Blockhouse at The Sheet Anchor
The Blockhouse is a family friendly smokehouse restaurant with a unique rustic yet contemporary atmosphere serving delicious BBQ dishes fresh off the grill.
Ego Restaurant
A Mediterranean Pub & Restaurant with wine, cocktails and cask ales serving freshly cooked food including chargrilled steaks, hanging kebabs, seafood, pizza, pasta and paella. Outdoor seating available.
Willow
A bright beautiful restaurant located at Trentham Gardens. Enjoy a fresh Mediterranean inspired menu and all-day dining from breakfast to cocktails & dinner. Outdoor seating available.
New Florence - Pub & Carvery
The New Florence is a family friendly pub serving carvery daily, in addition to regular pub classics and all day breakfast. Wacky Warehouse on site for the kids to enjoy. Outdoor seating available with large tv screen showing sky sports.
Lunar
Located on the prestigious Wedgewood Estate, Lunar is a Michelin star fine dining restaurant offering a luxury dining experience. Dine under the moon on the finest Wedgwood china & Waterford Crystal glassware. Enjoy lunch, dinner or a Sunday lunch feast.
Bars
Bloom
Extravagant cocktails, delicious food and bottomless brunch in a stunning floral setting.
Bloom Hanley - Explore / Directions
Bloom Newcastle - Explore / Directions
SIXTOWNS by Bros Distillery
Based at the Iconic World Of Wedgwood, tour the immersive gin distillery and taste signature SIXTOWNS spirits in their beautiful porcelain kiln bottles.
The Ten Green Bottles Co
An exciting gin and craft beer bar and coffee house. The place to be on a Friday and Saturday night!
Stone - Explore / Directions
Newcastle - Explore / Directions
Slug & Lettuce - Newcastle Under Lyme
At Slug And Lettuce every hour is happy hour – from Saturday night dancing to bottomless brunch, it’s the perfect spot for delicious bites & cocktails.