Celebrating Staffordshire Day at Trentham
It’s Staffordshire Day and we’re marking the occasion with something truly special here at Trentham!
To kick off the celebrations, we’re offering a little extra treat – the first 25 people to join or renew their membership in person will receive a free Trentham & Staffordshire Day Moorland Pottery Mug. A perfect keepsake to remember the day.
Celebrating Creativity with Forsbrook Primary School
As part of our Staffordshire Day festivities, we’re delighted to showcase an inspiring project created by pupils from Forsbrook Primary School. The children spent a day immersing themselves in Trentham’s past, present, and future, meeting a wildlife ranger, taking part in hands-on activities and exploring the stories that shape our landscape.
The result is a collection of imaginative and thoughtful artwork that is now proudly displayed in Trentham’s Shopping Village as part of Staffordshire’s 10-year anniversary celebrations.
Be sure to stop by the shopping village entrance to enjoy these fantastic creations up close. Plus, there’s even a great photo opportunity waiting for you!
Meet Staffy: Our Newest Mascot
We’re excited to introduce Staffy, Staffordshire’s brand-new mascot and tour guide, currently located at Goods Yard. As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Staffordshire Day, we’re delighted to welcome Staffy to Trentham. Designed by students from Stafford College in collaboration with award-winning local artist Lynne Hollingsworth, the sculpture celebrates everything that makes this county so unique. Lynne is a multi award-winning artist and designer, widely recognised as a leading female mural artist in the UK, and Head of HD Art Creative Studio, specialising in large-scale public art, mural design, illustration and participatory projects delivered across the country.
Staffy is part of a brand-new public art trail spanning the county. A collection of 11 giant sculptures has been placed across the region in key locations, with more spots to be revealed. Each sculpture shares a story, celebrating Staffordshire’s heritage, creativity and communities.
Explore the Trail
Running for 10 weeks and completely free to enjoy, the Staffy trail is a fantastic way to experience the county. Whether you choose to walk, cycle, or travel by public transport, it’s the perfect opportunity to uncover new places, enjoy local attractions, and support businesses along the way.
While you’re exploring, don’t forget to visit our glorious gardens at Trentham Gardens. It’s the perfect setting to relax, take in the scenery and make a day of your Staffordshire adventure.
Find out more about the trail here – https://www.visitstaffordshire.com/staffy-trail/