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Extensive display of ceramic craftsmanship and products.
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A large public park area served by bus routes from the city centre (Hanley). There is a small admission charge, but various activities are available there such as a petting zoo and children's adventure playground. Depending on the weather it is also possible to rent boats and jet-skis for fun on the expansive lakes and the natural beauty of the Gardens can be exquisite. "The Monkey Forest" has free-ranging Barbary macaques. Trentham Treetop Adventure offers over 30 exciting treetop obstacles from mid-air jumps, knee wobbling tight ropes.
A popular tourist spot for all the family and features numerous activities including a chance to see the famous bottle kilns of the city.
The Rep
Excellent amateur theatre, hosts touring productions.
Important producing theatre on the boundary between Stoke and Newcastle.
Well worth a visit, housing a world-class ceramics collection and also a preserved Spitfire, in memory of its designer, Reginald Mitchell, a native of Butt Lane (near Stoke).