14/10/2026
Autumn is putting on quite a show at Trentham! From vibrant seasonal colours to fascinating wildlife, there's plenty to discover on your next lakeside walk. ๐งก
Here are five things to look out for...
๐ Autumn colours โ Enjoy the golden yellows of silver birch, bright red rowan berries and spectacular copper-orange shades of our beech trees!
๐ Fly Agaric toadstools โ With their bright red caps and white spots, these iconic mushrooms are hard to miss! Keep an eye out beneath birch trees, particularly around our Disc Golf course.
๐ฆ Tufted ducks โ Numbers of these charming little ducks are increasing on the lake! Look out for their distinctive head tufts and the males' striking yellow eyes.
๐ฟ Moss & Lichen โ As the leaves begin to fall, take a closer look at the fascinating mosses and lichens covering tree trunks, branches and stumps.
๐ฆซ Beaver feeding signs โ Our resident beaver family have been busy enjoying the hazel trees along the western side of the lake! Look out for their telltale gnaw marks and freshly cut stems. They're even helping our gardeners by naturally coppicing the hazel!
Be sure to tag us in your photos when you visit! ๐