Trentham Monkey Forest
Attraction Information
Step into a magical forest filled with over 140 free-roaming Barbary macaque monkeys at Trentham Monkey Forest in Staffordshire! These playful monkeys will keep you entertained with their antics and mischievous behavior as you walk amongst them for just under £10 per person.
Discover the sanctuary of the Barbary macaques and learn about their natural habitat and way of life within the 60-acre forest. Experience the thrill of watching these beautiful creatures play, interact and groom each other without any bars or cages restricting them.
Aside from the monkeys, you’ll also find a range of other fun activities to enjoy such as two primate-themed play areas, a Willow Barbary macaque Monkey Maze, Meadow Walk, a Hidden Trail, and more! Friendly guides are on hand to answer any questions you may have, and there are plenty of information boards throughout the woods that provide fascinating facts about these endangered animals.
Trentham Monkey Forest is the perfect family day out that is not to be missed!
Accessibility Information
This attraction has its own car park.
There is a dedicated disabled area.
The disabled parking is roughly 90 metres from the main entrance.
There is level access between the car park and the main entrance
There are wider gates throughout the park to allow wheelchair access to the park.
The pathway that runs through the monkey enclosure is ¾ of a mile long.
The trail is wheelchair and mobility scooter friendly, however, due to some steeper slopes, some wheelchair users do find the steeper areas inaccessible.
We suggest you assess this on your trip.
These areas can be avoided and multiple spots within the enclosure are suitable to just stop and watch the monkey antics as it unfolds.
The Banana Café and Jungle Shop are all accessible and staff are more than happy to help assist.
Disabled toilets are located next to the café.
The disabled toilets are located next to the Banana Cafe they feature the following:
- Wash basin with lever style taps
- Handrails to the side of the toilet and wash basin
- Transfer space to the side of the toiletÂ
- Disposal facilities
- Emergency alarm
Disabled adults or children can bring 1 carer with them free of charge when they pay adult/child admission price. This does not extend to foster parents.
Proof required for disabled visitor – blue badge, DWP, DLA letter, PIP letter
Additional carers (more than 1) are required to pay the concession rate
Carers MUST ensure the person they are caring for follows the park rules as safety for our monkeys and our visitors is of the highest priority when there are free roaming primates.
Opening Hours
25th-31st March:Â 10:00 – 17:00
Last Entry
1 hour before attraction closes
Pricing
Adult – £10
Concession – £8
Child – £8
Carer – Free
Under 2 – Free
Location
Trentham Estate, Stone Road,
Trentham,
Staffordshire,
ST4 8AY,
England