what's on - summer
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Trentham What's On - SummerTRANSCRIPT
what’s onSummer 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.
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
KEYAmphitheatre
Aerial Extreme
Adventure Play
Bushcraft Area
Garden Centre
Garden Tearoom
Italian Gardens
Lakeside Activity Area
Lakeside Cafe
Monkey Forest
North (main) Entrance
Parkland Events
South Entrance
Shopping Village
Show Garden
Visitor Centre and MainAdmission to Gardens
Gardens, Lake & Adventure Play
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Get active atThe TrenthamEstate thisSummerStroll 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 Summerlook 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 andjoin us in the great outdoors thisSummer…
Check out what’s on onlineand sign up to receive oure-newsletter to keep upwith our action packedevents programme
Miss Elizabeth Passenger BoatJune 1-6, 9, 11-13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25-27, 30July 2-4, 7, 9-11, 14, 16-31 August 1-31Take 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.1-26 June - sets sail from Lakeside at 11am. Lastsailing at 5.30pm from Lakeside Café.27 June - 8 September - sets sail from Lakeside at11am. Last sailing at 6.30pm from Lakeside Café.Cost: £2 per person, each way.(For further dates please visit www.trentham.co.uk)
Miniature TrainJune 1-6, 10, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 24, 26, 27July 1, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 16-31 August 1-31Sit 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)
Rowing BoatsJune 6, 13, 20, 27 July 4, 11, 16-31 August 1-31Hire your very own rowing boat and charter the lake.Runs from 12 noon until 5pm.Cost: £7 per boat per hour.(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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Arty PartyThursday 3 - Sunday 6 June. 11am - 4pm every dayGet creative and take part in the Arty Party make andtake workshop courtesy of the Shopping Village. Fun isguaranteed and even the adults will find it difficult toresist joining in!
Celebrate SummerFriday 4 June. 6 - 9pmCome along and celebrate Summer with some specialevents courtesy of the Garden Centre. Includes livemusic, barbeque, face painting, hanging basketdemonstrations and a free glass of punch and canapéon arrival.
Brown and Green - Official LaunchSaturday 5 June. 12 noonJoin us to celebrate the opening of our new food storeat Trentham Shopping Village. Come and find out moreabout Brown and Green’s passion for local, ethical andartisan food. Meet lots of local producers and tastesome fabulous food and drink. For more info call01782 641976 or email [email protected]
One More Bear - Charlie Bear SigningSunday 6 June. 12noon - 4pmCharlie and William from Charlie Bears are comingalong to One More Bear for a Charlie Bear signing.They have produced a special bear for the event calledScribbles. This bear is only available on the day and itis advised to pre-order. For more information pleasecontact [email protected]
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Race for LifeTuesday 8 JuneRace starts approximately 7.30pm Sign up for amazing moments and take part in Racefor Life at Trentham. Enter now and be one of 5000women who will walk, jog and run 5k around thewoodlands, park and lake for Cancer Research UK.Enter at www.raceforlife.org
5-A-Side Remote Control Car FootballSaturday 12 JunePlay for either England or the USA in our remotecontrolled car football for all ages. No foul play allowed!
Summer Garden Festival WeekendSaturday 12 & Sunday 13 JuneCelebrate the spirit of Summer in the gardens with ourhorticultural experts. Find a bargain or special specimen atthe plant sales, get interactive with the artist workshops,be inspired by a garden design consultation, enjoycontemporary floral demonstrations and willow weaving,and take a garden tour to discover more about ourgardens with Trentham’s resident gardeners. Enjoy thewonderful sounds of Stone Town Band and join in with thedrum workshop (Sunday only). Tuck in to an ItalianGarden Tearoom BBQ. Keep the children entertained withour Face Painter (£3 charge applies).
Giant SleepoverSaturday 19 JuneThe monkeys are allowing children to join themovernight in the forest to raise money for the children’scharity The Giant Sleepover. Register atwww.giantsleepover.co.uk
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Trentham Boat Club RegattaSaturday 19 June. Races start at 9am until 3pmJunior crews from all over the country will be rowing forthe Victor Ludorum Cup which marks the club winnersof most races. Many senior rowers will be producing astrong performance of strength, grit and determination.Come along and cheer on the crews!
Seasonal Garden TourSaturday 19 June. 11am - 12.30pmA real chance to explore the garden in early Summerwith a guided tour looking at the key plants of themoment and all the seasonal highlights with one ofTrentham’s resident gardeners. Your chance toexperience the feel of the garden all year round.Cost: £10 per person. Annual Ticket Holders and RHSMembers £5 per person. Limited places availableplease book in advance.
Penalty Shoot OutSaturday 19 JuneInflatable penalty shoot out with different targets to aimfor - can you become the best and beat the rest? Tryyour luck to win the highest score competition.
Transport FestivalFathers Day Sunday 20 JuneTreat Dad this Father’s Day and enjoy over 1000classic, contemporary and rare cars.Cost: Advance ticket prices – Adult £6, Concession£5, Child £3, Family £23. On the day ticket prices -Adult £9, Concession £8, Child £6, Family £26.Please note: Annual Tickets are not valid forentrance to the Gardens, Lake and AdventurePlay on this day. Annual Ticket Holders canpurchase entrance tickets at the followingdiscounted prices either in advance or on theday: Adult £3.00, Concession £2.50, Child £2.00,Family £10.00.
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Titan the RobotFathers Day Sunday 20 JuneTitan is an 8ft tall, fully articulated, interactive Robotwhich causes an enormous stir wherever he appears.You will never have seen anything quite like this beforeand you’ll simply never forget it!
ScalextricFathers Day Sunday 20 June. 12noon - 4pmCome along and race against your friends on our giantscalextric track.Cost: £1 for 2 minutes.
Staffordshire Wildlife WeekendSaturday 26 & Sunday 27 JuneJoin in the wild play, craft and art workshops at theMonkey Forest.
Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado AboutNothing’Monday 28 June - Sunday 4 JulyPerformance times: 11am Monday 28 June, 11amTuesday 29 June, 11am & 8pm Wednesday 30June, 11am & 8pm Thursday 1 July, 11am & 8pmFriday 2 July, 2pm & 8pm Saturday 3 July, 2pmSunday 4 July.*‘A smash hit, swinging sixties, Summer ShakespeareSensation!’. A full evening of entertainment includinglive songs from the 60’s.Cost: Adult £10, Concession £8, Child £6, Family £25.Take advantage of the free pre-show entertainmentworkshops for children aged 5 - 16 years by bookingyour tickets in advance.Annual Ticket Holders - Adult £5, Concession £4,Child £3, Family £12.50. A valid Annual Ticket isrequired when booking.* Please note: 11am performances are primarily forschool group bookings.School group discounts - £5.50 per child. 1 adult freeper 10 children.For more information on booking please contact01782 646 646.
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Race for LifeTuesday 29 JuneRace starts approximately 7.30pmSign up for amazing moments and take part in Racefor Life at Trentham. Enter now and be one of 5000women who will walk, jog and run 5k around thewoodlands, park and lake for Cancer Research UK.Enter at www.raceforlife.org
Football FreestylersSaturday 3 JulyOur football freestylers perform the latest and mostmind bending tricks possible with the humble football.Join in and see what you can learn.
Staffordshire Food Celebration atBrown and GreenSaturday 3 July10am - 4pm Meet our wonderful Staffordshireproducers, ask them questions, beinspired with recipe ideas and taste theirgreat local food and drink.6pm - 9pm Staffordshire cheese andwine tasting, plus cookery demo fromlocal meal producer‘Everyday Delicious’. Limited places - Tobook in advance call01782 641976 or [email protected]
StaffordshireBike ShowSunday 4 JulyA major new motorbike safety eventfeaturing leading manufacturers,attractions, rider developmentopportunities, accessories andmuch much more! For moreinformation call 01785 276617 orvisit www.staffssaferroads.co.uk
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Centenary Girl Guide GardenMonday 5 July (garden being recreated atTrentham from 21 June)The centenary year of Girlguiding is being celebratedwith green fingered Staffordshire Girlguiding membersin a very unique way. To celebrate this year, CarolAdams, a Guide Leader, has designed a garden forBBC Gardeners’ World Live, which will then be comingto The Trentham Estate for the remainder of theSummer. For more information contact GirlguidingStaffordshire County office on 01889 270757.
Outdoor film showing‘Dirty Dancing’Saturday 10 July. Dance class starts at8.30pm. Film starts at approx 9pm‘Nobody puts Baby in the corner’. Bring a blanket andyour dancing shoes for a night which promises to haveyou up on your feet and dancing just like Baby! Startthe evening with a half an hour dance lesson, courtesyof K Dee K Danceworks, for those of you who’d loveto learn the moves or just have some fun! Then on tothe main feature: set in our lakeside Amphitheatre, theperfect setting to have the time of your life!Certificate 12ACost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
TriathlonSunday 11 JulyEnter now and compete in one of the many types oftriathlon including Big Half, Big Half Relay, Fun, Sprintand Classic. Register now at www.uktriathlon.co.uk orcall 01270 842800 for more information.
String ManiaSaturday 17 July. 7pm - approx 10pmEnjoy the spine tingling sounds of the UK’shottest String Quartet. A dazzling show withclassical and cabaret sets, great choreographyand attitude. Unmissable!Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
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Summer Evening Garden TourWednesday 21 JulyTour: 6pm - 8pm. Meal: 8pm onwardsCapture the garden in the soft light of the Summerevening, followed with a wonderful 3 course meal inTerrazzo Del Giardino within the Garden Centre.Cost: £42 per person. Annual Ticket Holders and RHSmembers - £35 per person. Meal included in price.Limited places available please book in advance.
The Counterfeit BeatlesSaturday 24 July. 7pm - approx 10pmCome and re-live the excitement of the dayswhen Beatlemania was at its height and theworld went wild for the Fab Four.Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
Acrobat/High Wire ActSaturday 24 JulyRic Taylor’s one man show is a funny performancefeaturing very impressive juggling feats. A must see.
Outdoor film showing‘The Italian Job’Saturday 31 July. Film starts at approx 9pmWhere better than the Italian Gardens to enjoythe iconic Mini chase through the Italian streets? Tocelebrate this marvellous film, a selection of classicand contemporary Minis will be on show in thegardens throughout the day, courtesy of Minis ‘n’Oatcakes. Italian food and drink will be on offer at theItalian Garden Tearooms. Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
Face PaintingSaturday 31 JulyFace painting for all ages courtesy of the ShoppingVillage.
Bushcraft for FamiliesSunday 1 August. 10am - 2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands,including den building andfire lighting.
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Kids ‘Food is Fun’ Day at Brownand GreenTuesday 3 August. 10am - 4pmGingerbread decorating sessions with ChatwinsBakery, children’s cookery demos, food quiz andcompetitions. Limited places - to book in advance call01782 641976 or email [email protected]
Summer Evening Garden TourWednesday 4 August Tour: 6pm - 8pm. Meal: 8pm onwardsCapture the garden in the soft light of the Summerevening, followed with a wonderful 3 course meal inTerrazzo Del Giardino within the Garden Centre.Cost: £42 per person. Annual Ticket Holders and RHSmembers - £35 per person. Meal included in price.Limited places available please book in advance.
Zippos CircusFriday 6 - Tuesday 10 AugustZippos Circus returns with its brand new 2010production ‘Encore’. Fun for all the family. Forperformance times and prices call 0871 210 2100 ordiscount online booking www.zipposcircus.co.uk
Motown with ‘The Committed’Saturday 7 August. 7pm - approx 10pmOne of the most authentic tributes to TheCommitments, this band truly emulate theoriginal sound.Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
Street EntertainmentSaturday 7 AugustMulti talented street entertainer Steve Arnold will wowall with his amazing performance.
Bushcraft for FamiliesSunday 8 August. 10am - 2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.
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A Sound Garden byThe Trentham EstateTuesday 10 August (garden being recreated atTrentham from 27 July)Trentham’s own Clive Mollart has designed thisinteractive, therapeutic, sensory garden for RHS ShowTatton Park. As you traverse the pathways, or placeyour hands in the cut-outs in the sound wall, youinteract with an evolving pc-based sound engine. Thesound produced is directly influenced by you!
Jazz & Swing with ‘Russell Shaun’Saturday 14 August. 7pm - approx 10pmThis amazing jazz and swing singer recreatesthe original sounds of Frank Sinatra and DeanMartin.Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
Street EntertainmentSaturday 14 AugustCome along and see the amazing multi talented streetentertainer Jason in the Shopping Village.
MG Car DisplaySaturday 14 AugustPotteries and South Cheshire MG Owners club will bein the gardens all day.
Bushcraft for FamiliesSunday 15 August. 10am - 2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.
AbbaDabbaDooSaturday 21 August. 7pm - approx 10pmDress up, put on your dancing shoes and getdown to the sounds of Swedish 70’s popsensation Abba, with this fantastic, authentic livetribute act.Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
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Street EntertainmentSaturday 21 AugustMulti talented Emile Epstein will be in the ShoppingVillage to entertain all.
Seasonal Garden TourSaturday 21 August. 11am - 12.30pmA real chance to explore the garden in late Summerwith a guided tour looking at the key plants of themoment and all the seasonal highlights with one ofTrentham’s resident gardeners. Your chance toexperience the feel of the garden all year round.Cost: £10 per person. Annual Ticket Holders and RHSMembers £5 per person. Limited places availableplease book in advance.
Bushcraft for FamiliesSunday 22 August. 10am - 2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.
Morgan Car DisplaySunday 22 AugustMorgan Car Club will be in the gardens all day showingoff their stunning classical cars.
Summer Evening Garden TourWednesday 25 August Tour: 6pm - 8pm. Meal: 8pm onwardsCapture the garden in the soft light of the Summerevening, followed with a wonderful 3 course meal inTerrazzo Del Giardino within the Garden Centre.Cost: £42 per person. Annual Ticket Holders and RHSmembers - £35 per person. Meal included in price.Limited places available please book in advance.
Street EntertainmentBank Holiday Weekend Saturday 28 AugustCome along and see Mark Bant and his amazingperformance.
Face PaintingBank Holiday WeekendSaturday 28 - Monday 30 AugustFaces painted in the Gardens (additional £3 charge).
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RSPB WeekendBank Holiday WeekendSaturday 28 - Monday 30 AugustGet creative making bird feeders, dragonflies, birdmasks and watch Herons through telescopes.Goodies to take home.
Outdoor film showingTim Burton’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’Bank Holiday Weekend Saturday 28 AugustFilm starts at approx 8pm‘You’ve got a very important date’. Anelectrifying journey as you follow Alice in herwonderful madcap adventures and reunite with herold friends, including the Mad Hatter and the CheshireCat. A fantastic revisit to the childhood favourite.Cost: For ticket prices, please see back page.
Bushcraft for FamiliesBank Holiday WeekendSunday 29 & Monday 30 August. 10am - 2pmJoin in with activities in the woodlands, including denbuilding and fire lighting.
Street EntertainmentBank Holiday Weekend Monday 30 AugustMulti talented street entertainer John will wow all withhis amazing performance.
Autumn Garden Festival WeekendSaturday 11 & Sunday 12 SeptemberCelebrate the spirit of Autumn in the gardens with ourhorticultural experts. Find a bargain or special specimenat the plant sales, get interactive with the artistworkshops, be inspired by a garden designconsultation, enjoy contemporary floral demonstrationsand willow weaving, and take a garden tour to discovermore about our gardens with Trentham’s residentgardeners. Enjoy the wonderful sounds of Stone TownBand and join in with the drum workshop (Sunday only).Tuck in to an Italian Garden Tearoom BBQ. Keep thechildren entertained with our Face Painter(£3 charge applies).
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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 [email protected]
Adult Concs. Child Family (2+3)
Advanced Tickets £8 £7 £5 £26
Tickets Purchasedon the Night £10 £9 £7 £32
Advanced TicketsAnnual Ticket Holders* £4 £3.50 £2.50 £13
On the NightAnnual Ticket Holders* £5 £4.50 £3.50 £16
Book now and save!Call 01782 646 646 to make your booking
*To become an Annual Ticket Holder ask at the Visitor Centre or call 01782 646646 for details.
10 July Dirty Dancing Cert 12A
17 July String Mania
24 July The Counterfeit Beatles
31 July The Italian Job Cert PG
7 August Motown with The Committed
14 August Jazz & Swing with Russell Shaun
21 August AbbaDabbaDoo
28 August Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland Cert PG
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Every Saturday evening throughout Julyand August head down to The TrenthamEstate and enjoy an outdoor film or livemusic in a magical lakeside setting. Bring ablanket, a picnic and some friends. All filmand concert tickets allow access to theGardens, Lake and Adventure Play all day!Italian Garden Tearooms open until late.
Bring your own gazebo! Pre-book a 3m x 3m pitch for £20.Limited availability, book now on 01782 646 646.