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Trentham Lake – King's Wood, Trentham Estate loop from Trentham Gardens

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Trentham Lake – King's Wood, Trentham Estate loop from Trentham Gardens

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Trentham Lake – King's Wood, Trentham Estate loop from Trentham Gardens

03:05

11.1km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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1.27 km

King's Wood, Trentham Estate

Highlight • Trail

Interesting info as to why it is called The Kings Wood found with a quick Google search:
"When William of Normandy ordered an inventory of his English domains in around …

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4.52 km

Spring Valley Footbridge and Steps

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It's a very pretty little dell with a footbridge over the stream. Take a few moments to absorb the tranquillity of the spot.

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5.54 km

Duke of Sutherland Monument and View of Trentham Estate

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In 1833 George Granville 2nd, the Duke of Sutherland, embarked on an extensive rebuilding project on the estate.
The statue was completed in 1835 and sits proudly atop the hill …

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11.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.03 km

2.25 km

1.39 km

409 m

Surfaces

4.87 km

4.20 km

847 m

802 m

292 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Friday 26 June

27°C

15°C

58 %

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Comments

April 16, 2022,Walk to Duke of Sutherland Monument

First walk with the family this year. Really enoyed the scenery and the weather was beautiful. Even though i have lived in the area all my life its the first time i have been to the monument and its impressive. Only downside was the litter at the monument , used water bottles and broken glass. Cleaned up as much as …

June 12, 2024,Trentham Monument and Kings Wood - Seven Summits of Staffordshire Series

An undulating route through the ancient woodland before sumitting at the Duke of Sutherland Monument with wide views across Stoke-on-Trent countryside. You can then retrace your steps for free or pay £13 entrance fee to Trentham Gardens and make a loop...

March 5, 2025,Blaze Trails - Duke of Sutherland Monument

Beautiful hike through the trentham estate to the Duke of Sutherland monument overlooking trentham gardens. 2 steep short climbs to take us over through trentham park and king's wood to the monument through woodland. We entered trentham gardens and walked around the lake to return to the start. A wonderful 4 mile baby carrying walk in the sunshine! ☀️

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Trentham Lake – King's Wood, Trentham Estate loop from Trentham Gardens

Trentham Lake

King's Wood, Trentham Estate

Spring Valley Footbridge and Steps

Duke of Sutherland Monument and View of Trentham Estate

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