When i was studying fir my degree at Stoke Poly, i had two years of dummer jobs at Trentham. In 76 i was the train driver, fabulous experience, we ran Dunrobin exclusively, Brora not at all and Golspie came out for three days when the clutch on Dunrobin failed. The engineer was st thst time Mr Thorley, hed bern at Trentham forever it seemed, hed lots of old stories, he slways prefaced with , everything in the gardens was lovely. For 77 the woodsman came back from the woods to drive the train sgain, so i was put in charge of the swimming pool cafe, god that was busy, solid from 1pm opening intil 7 pm closing. Fabulous place to spend the summer in the gardens, my mates had holiday jobs on kiplings cakes st Trent Vale.
One the finest attractions Trentham ever had. The artist's interpretation catches not just a pool, but a fantastic family fun spot. Nothing ever replaced it.
The miniature railway was an extra special treat at Trentham. Remember the iconic Mr. Gouldstone the chief engineer and driver, who cared for those great trains as if they were his own. The main run was a return trip from the Playground to the Pool and just beyond to cosy little restaurant at the head of the lake by a waterfall.
Watching the timeline I could smell the pool again. The health & safety though - we lived to tell the tale & by god we had some good family times there. It is a wonderful tribute and memory to a place that should still be alive today.
A tragic loss. My favorite destination after school and work. Each day, and every evening whenever possible. I learned to swim and spent hundreds of happy hours there by myself or with the local gang. We'd bicycle down the back road and head home around the lake. Champion swimmer Norman Wainwright used to leisurely crawl a few laps some nights. He lived on Brook. Road. The cafeteria was modern complemented by modern changing rooms and other facilities. It was the best place for us youngsters and oldsters. Happy Days. Thanks for a fine tape.
This is outstanding! The first time I've seen actual footage of the pool, and many images I've never seen before! I adore Art Deco modérne architecture from the 1930s, and Trentham Pool was a sublime exercise in the style. Alas, although I've lived in the area all my life, I only discovered the existence of the pool shortly after it had been demolished :-( I arrived on site to find mounds of earth where the pool once stood. The only remnant being the caretaker's house situated on the hillside overlooking the site. The house had been extended at some point, and was originally a twin of 'Woodgate Cottage' which still stands today, albeit in a very poor state of repair. I visited the derelict house many times over the years. I often ventured inside to gaze out from the Crittall windows, and imagine what once was... Not long before it was demolished, I rescued some of the original Art Deco Bakelite door handles & plates. I still have them to this day! So sad this architectural masterpiece, and much loved amenity is no longer with us.
I could actually feel tears coming to my eyes watching this film. I have so many happy memories of growing up in Trentham, too many to list here but I never return as I think seeing it now would break my heart. Does anyone else remember the cable car that took you up to the top of the Seven Sisters in Trentham Park? I took a black and white photograph i still have of the engine driver posing next to one of the engines in the engine shed in the early 80's.
Thank you so much for all your hard work with this video, the level of research material is absolutely wonderful!! You have done us so proud!! Also thank you for featuring my Mum in your work we will treasure it always Xxx🌿🌷🐝Xx
I saw the part where Pat Phoenix was a judge for a contest in May 1966. This was the Saturday that England won the world cup.Bill, the main gate head man gave me permission to watch extra time in the Roman Bar as I was on the main gate at the time. Guess who was there - Pat Phoenix.
Hello, we have Golspie at Amerton Railway, there's a video of it running in recent times on our website. Could I trouble you for some contact details for requesting permission for reproduction of the videos of Golspie (and other locomotives) running at Trentham Gardens? Footage like this will make a huge contribution to the information we have about this locomotive's history. Thanks Kris- Amerton Railway.
Hi Kris you might find it useful to contact Ray Johnson. ray.johnson@filmarchive.org.uk. He has lots of archive films. Have you seen our video Walk the Line on Trentham Heritage. This is about the Trentham Park branch line Chris
When i was studying fir my degree at Stoke Poly, i had two years of dummer jobs at Trentham.
In 76 i was the train driver, fabulous experience, we ran Dunrobin exclusively, Brora not at all and Golspie came out for three days when the clutch on Dunrobin failed.
The engineer was st thst time Mr Thorley, hed bern at Trentham forever it seemed, hed lots of old stories, he slways prefaced with , everything in the gardens was lovely.
For 77 the woodsman came back from the woods to drive the train sgain, so i was put in charge of the swimming pool cafe, god that was busy, solid from 1pm opening intil 7 pm closing.
Fabulous place to spend the summer in the gardens, my mates had holiday jobs on kiplings cakes st Trent Vale.
One the finest attractions Trentham ever had. The artist's interpretation catches not just a pool, but a fantastic family fun spot. Nothing ever replaced it.
this bank holiday unfortunately proves it was unviable, shame, great memories
The miniature railway was an extra special treat at Trentham. Remember the iconic Mr. Gouldstone the chief engineer and driver, who cared for those great trains as if they were his own. The main run was a return trip from the Playground to the Pool and just beyond to cosy little restaurant at the head of the lake by a waterfall.
Watching the timeline I could smell the pool again. The health & safety though - we lived to tell the tale & by god we had some good family times there.
It is a wonderful tribute and memory to a place that should still be alive today.
A tragic loss. My favorite destination after school and work. Each day, and every evening whenever possible. I learned to swim and spent hundreds of happy hours there by myself or with the local gang. We'd bicycle down the back road and head home around the lake. Champion swimmer Norman Wainwright used to leisurely crawl a few laps some nights. He lived on Brook. Road. The cafeteria was modern complemented by modern changing rooms and other facilities. It was the best place for us youngsters and oldsters. Happy Days. Thanks for a fine tape.
Thank you Ken for your clear memories of the pool. Good to see Norman Wainwright mentioned too.
This is outstanding! The first time I've seen actual footage of the pool, and many images I've never seen before! I adore Art Deco modérne architecture from the 1930s, and Trentham Pool was a sublime exercise in the style. Alas, although I've lived in the area all my life, I only discovered the existence of the pool shortly after it had been demolished :-(
I arrived on site to find mounds of earth where the pool once stood. The only remnant being the caretaker's house situated on the hillside overlooking the site. The house had been extended at some point, and was originally a twin of 'Woodgate Cottage' which still stands today, albeit in a very poor state of repair. I visited the derelict house many times over the years. I often ventured inside to gaze out from the Crittall windows, and imagine what once was... Not long before it was demolished, I rescued some of the original Art Deco Bakelite door handles & plates. I still have them to this day! So sad this architectural masterpiece, and much loved amenity is no longer with us.
Thanks for this positive comment Chris, much appreciated.
I could actually feel tears coming to my eyes watching this film. I have so many happy memories of growing up in Trentham, too many to list here but I never return as I think seeing it now would break my heart.
Does anyone else remember the cable car that took you up to the top of the Seven Sisters in Trentham Park?
I took a black and white photograph i still have of the engine driver posing next to one of the engines in the engine shed in the early 80's.
Noticed the Lycett Blinds advert for supplying the sunblinds around the cafe of the new Trentham. Swimming Pool.
This is brilliant. I was the conductor on the train that's quoted in the film.
Thank you so much for all your hard work with this video, the level of research material is absolutely wonderful!! You have done us so proud!! Also thank you for featuring my Mum in your work we will treasure it always Xxx🌿🌷🐝Xx
I saw the part where Pat Phoenix was a judge for a contest in May 1966. This was the Saturday that England won the world cup.Bill, the main gate head man gave me permission to watch extra time in the Roman Bar as I was on the main gate at the time. Guess who was there - Pat Phoenix.
Hello, we have Golspie at Amerton Railway, there's a video of it running in recent times on our website. Could I trouble you for some contact details for requesting permission for reproduction of the videos of Golspie (and other locomotives) running at Trentham Gardens? Footage like this will make a huge contribution to the information we have about this locomotive's history.
Thanks
Kris- Amerton Railway.
Hi Kris you might find it useful to contact Ray Johnson. ray.johnson@filmarchive.org.uk. He has lots of archive films. Have you seen our video Walk the Line on Trentham Heritage. This is about the Trentham Park branch line Chris
Catherine we are Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, England
The Trentham Swimming Pool Timeline can be browsed at leisure at
trenthamwarmemorial.org.uk/gallery/swimming%20pool%20final%20text.pdf
The people of Stoke should raise money for a Lido in the vicinity