what’s onSpring 2010

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Admission to the Gardens, Lake & Adventure Play from 1st April: Adult £7.25, Child (5-15 years) £5.70Family (2 adults + 3 children) £24.85 (1 adult + 3 children) £17.60Concessions £6.20, Disabled Persons/Carers £3.65

Unless stated otherwise, all events listed are included in the admissioncharge. Entertainment is periodic throughout the day. All activities in theShopping Village are free of charge.

Open: 9am - 6pm exit by 8pm North Entrance, 6pm South EntranceVisit www.trentham.co.uk or call 01782 646 646 for further information

Trentham Monkey Forest and Aerial Extreme have separate admissioncharges and opening hours. Please use South Entrance.www.monkey-forest.com or call 01782 659 845www.aerialextreme.co.uk or call 0845 652 1736

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Amphitheatre

Aerial Extreme

Adventure Play

Bushcraft Area

Garden Tearoom

Italian Gardens

Lakeside Activity Area

Lakeside Cafe

Monkey Forest

North (main) Entrance

South Entrance

Shopping Village

Gardens, Lake & Adventure Play

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Spring intoaction at TheTrenthamEstateStroll around the gardens, run wildin the woodlands, brave thebarefoot walk, row, steam or setsail along the lakeside, hide andspeak in the maze, enjoyadventure play.

Get inspiration for a new Springlook for you, your home andgarden at the Shopping Villageand Garden Centre. Refuel in anarray of cafes and restaurants.

Get up close and personal with140 free-roaming monkeys at theMonkey Forest. Fly high at theAerial Extreme tree top ropeadventure. Stay over at thePremier Inn.

Turn the page to find out What’sOn at The Trentham Estate thisSpring…

Miss Elizabeth Passenger BoatMarch 27, 28, 31April 2-18, 21, 23-25, 28, 30May 1-3, 5, 7-9, 12, 14-16, 19, 21-23, 26, 28-31Take a gentle cruise along the mile long lake aboardthe Miss Elizabeth. Enjoy breath-taking views of thewoodlands and gardens on this ecologically friendly,electrically powered, 42 seat catamaran. Sets sailfrom Lakeside 11am. Last sailing 4.30pm from theLakeside Cafe.Cost: £2 per person, each way.(For further dates please visit www.trentham.co.uk)

Miniature TrainMarch 27, 28April 1, 3-18, 22, 24, 25, 29May 1-3, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 22, 23, 27, 29-31Sit astride the miniature train and steam along thelakeside and back. Runs from 12 noon until 5.15pm.Cost: £2 per person for a return trip.(For further dates please visit www.trentham.co.uk)

Live Jazz at Cadwalader’sEvery Tuesday 7-9pmCall 01782 654177 for details.

Live Entertainment at David’sBrasserieEvery Thursday 8-10pmCall 01782 657783 for details and bookings.

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Regular activities

27 March - 3 April

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Bushcraft for FamiliesSaturday 27 - Sunday 28 March. 10am-2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.

Easter TrailSaturday 27 March - Sunday 11 AprilA self-guided nature trail for children, through theGarden, Lake & Adventure Play area. Pick up a leafletfrom the Visitor Centre.

Easter Chick & Easter BunnyEaster Weekend Friday 2 - Monday 5 AprilThe Easter Chick and Easter Bunny will be entertainingfamilies in the Shopping Village and Gardens on Fridayand Sunday. They will be in the Gardens on Saturdayand Monday.

Trentham Monkey Forest Easter TrailFriday 2 - Sunday 11 AprilTurn detective to follow the clues that lead to a secretword, to enter the free Easter Prize Draw.

Brass BandEaster Saturday 3 April. 10am-2pm Bringing an extra dimension to the gardens, thewonderful celebratory sounds of the Stone TownBand.

Easter Egg HuntEaster Weekend Friday 2 - Monday 5 AprilFollow clues through the Garden to receive a freeEaster treat from the Easter Bunny.

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RSPB WeekendEaster Weekend Friday 2 - Monday 5 AprilGet creative making bird feeders, dragonflies, birdmasks and watch young Herons through Telescopes.Goodies to take home.

Punch and JudyEaster Weekend Friday 2 - Monday 5 AprilTraditional banter ensues between our favouritepuppets. In the Gardens Friday to Sunday, in theShopping Village on Monday.

Face PaintingEaster Weekend Friday 2 - Monday 5 AprilEaster themed faces painted in the Gardens Friday,Saturday and Monday (additional £3 charge applies),and courtesy of the Shopping Village on Sunday (free).

Bushcraft for FamiliesFriday 2, Saturday 3 & Monday 5 April. 10am-2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.

Eggstreme Easter ChallengeEaster Sunday 4 April. 9.30am-5pmComplete the high wire adventure course carrying araw egg on a spoon and search for chocolate eggs!

Bunnies meet Monkeys!Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 AprilTrentham Monkey Forest has teamed up withCaudwell Children’s Easter Bunnies. The Monkeyshave agreed that the Easter Bunny can visit the Forestfor Easter fun and activities - come along and join inthe fun.

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2 - 24 April

Bushcraft for FamiliesSaturday 10 & Sunday 11 April. 10am-2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.

The Big ToddleSaturday 17 April. 2pmBarnardo’s charity walk, find out more atwww.bigtoddle.co.uk or register in advance withLaura Sutton call 07912 533339

Yeomans Camping Exhibition & SaleWednesday 21 April - Sunday 9 May.8am - 8pm every dayCall 01782 657892 for details.

Seasonal Garden TourSaturday 24 April. 11am-12.30pmAn hour and a half tour of the Garden looking at all theseasonal highlights and the key plants of the moment.A real chance to explore the Garden through thechanging seasons and experience the feel of theGarden all year round.Cost: £10 per person. Annual Ticket Holders and RHSmembers £5 per person. This is the first of five seasonalgarden tours - forthcoming dates: 19 June, 21 August,16 October and 4 December. Book all five tours for £40,or £20 for Annual Ticket Holders and RHS members.

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Marie Curie Field of Hope WalkSunday 25th AprilCharity walk. Register on the day from 10am to 1pmoutside the visitor centre via the main north entrance,or in advance by phoning 0161 255 2800 or emailandrea.mountney@mariecurie.org.ukCost: £5

Original Art Shop - John D WilsonSunday 25 April. 12noon-3pmArtist John D Wilson is appearing in the gallery, so popin, view a unique and charming collection of limitededition and original artwork from this fantasticallycreative contemporary artist. For further details call01782 646160 or emailjenny@theoriginalartshop.net

RSPB WeekendBank Holiday WeekendSaturday 1 - Monday 3 MayGet creative making bird feeders, dragonflies, birdmasks and watch young Herons through Telescopes.Goodies to take home.

Face PaintingBank Holiday WeekendSaturday 1 - Monday 3 MayFaces painted in the Gardens (additional £3 chargeapplies).

Tethered Balloon RidesBank Holiday WeekendSaturday 1 - Monday 3 May. 10am-5pmNorth West Region Balloon Club will be offeringtethered balloon rides throughout the day - weatherdependent.

Bushcraft for FamiliesBank Holiday WeekendSunday 2 & Monday 3 May. 10am-2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.

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25 April - 31 May

Street EntertainmentBank Holiday Weekend Monday 3 MayMulti-talented performer, stilt walking, magic,comedian and beware… pickpocket!

Donna Louise Trust 10k RunSunday 9 MaySponsored charity run for the Donna Louise Trust.Registration from 9am, race starts 10am. Please usemain north entrance. Register in advance atwww.treetops10k.org

RSPB WeekendBank Holiday WeekendSaturday 29 - Monday 31 MayGet creative making bird feeders, dragonflies, birdmasks and watch young Herons through Telescopes.Goodies to take home.

Bushcraft for FamiliesBank Holiday WeekendSunday 30 & Monday 31 May. 10am-2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.

Circus WorkshopBank Holiday WeekendMonday 31 MayLearn to juggle, stilt walkand plate spin courtesy ofthe Trentham Shopping Village.

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Summer preview

Hot SummerSaturday Dates

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Every Saturday evening throughout July and August head down tothe Trentham Estate and enjoy an outdoor film or live music in amagical lakeside setting. Bring a blanket, a picnic and some friends.

• 10th July Dirty Dancing Certificate 12A

Bring your dancing shoes and have the time of your life! Learn todance just like Baby - take a dance lesson with K Dee K to get you inthe mood at 8.30pm.

• 17th July String ManiaEnjoy the spine tingling sounds of the UK’s hottest String Quartet. Adazzling show with classical and cabaret sets, great choreographyand attitude. Unmissable!

• 24th July Counterfeit BeatlesCome and relive the excitement of the days when Beatlemania wasat its height and the world went wild for the Fab Four.

• 31st July The Italian Job Certificate U

Where better than the Italian Gardens to enjoy the iconic Mini chasethrough the Italian streets? Classic and contemporary Minis will be onshow all day, with Italian specialities in the Tearoom.

• 7th August Motown with The CommittedOne of the most authentic tributes to The Commitments, this bandtruly emulates the soul of the original sound.

• 14th August Jazz & Swing with Russell ShaunThis amazing Jazz and Swing singer recreates the sounds of FrankSinatra and Dean Martin.

• 21st August AbbadabbadoDress up, put on your dancing shoes and get down to the sounds ofSwedish 70s pop sensation Abba - with this fantastic, authentic livetribute act.

• 28th August Tim Burton’s Alice in WonderlandCertificate PGFollow Alice in her wonderfuladventures, as Tim Burtonworks his magic on one of thebest loved stories of all time.

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Garden FestivalWeekendSaturday 12 -Sunday 13 June

Celebrate the spirit ofsummer in the gardens withour horticultural experts.

Find a bargain or specialspecimen at the plant sales,get interactive with the artistworkshops, be inspired by agarden design consultation,enjoy contemporary floraldemonstrations, take agarden tour to discovermore about our gardenswith Trentham’s residentgardeners.

Adult Concs. Child Family (2+3)

Advanced TicketsAnnual Ticket Holders* £4 £3.50 £2.50 £13

Advanced Tickets £8 £7 £5 £26

On the NightAnnual Ticket Holders* £5 £4.50 £3.50 £16

Tickets Purchasedon the Night £10 £9 £7 £32

Book now and save!

• All evening event tickets include day-long admission to theGardens, Lake & Adventure Play. Please use north entrance.

• Films start at sun-set approximately 9pm and finish atapproximately 10.30pm.

• Live music events consist of two sets, each lasting 45-60minutes. First sets start at 7pm, second sets finish atapproximately 10pm.

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*To become an Annual Ticket Holder ask at the Visitor Centre or call 01782 646646 for details.

28 June 11am 29 June 11am

30 June 11am & 8pm 1 July 11am & 8pm

2 July 11am & 8pm 3 July 2pm & 8pm

4 July 2pm

‘A smash hit, swinging sixties,summer Shakespeare sensation!’Monday 28 June - Sunday 4 July

Adult £10, Concession £8,Child £6, Family (2+3) £25Annual Ticket Holder 50% discount.Ticket price includes admission to thegardens, lake and adventure play on theday of the performance.

A full evening ofentertainmentincluding live songsfrom the 60sTake advantage of the freeworkshops for children and pre-show entertainment by bookingtickets in advance to guaranteeentrance to the venue

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Stone Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire5 minutes from J15 M6, Sat Nav Post Code ST4 8JGCall 01782 646 646 Email enquiry@trentham.co.uk