River Trent

The source of the river Trent

The River Trent begins its journey just north-west of Stoke-on-Trent, near Biddulph and Mow Cop. It starts as a small stream about 700 feet up, quickly flowing into Knypersley Pools, where it joins up with several other local streams.

As it winds through the city, the river is surprisingly small—only about 2–3 feet deep and 4–6 feet wide. It passes through Norton and Hanley before reaching the centre of Stoke-upon-Trent.

Along the way, it’s joined by the Fowlea Brook, which runs through a nearby valley.

Once it leaves the main city area, the Trent heads toward Hanford, where it meets the Lyme brook coming from Newcastle. From there, it flows into Trentham Park, filling the massive 80-acre lake. Its journey continues south-east, passing Barlaston and Stone as it heads toward Sandon and Weston-on-Trent.

Stage	Key landmark
The Source	Biddulph Moor	The river begins as a small spring near Mow Cop.
Joining Up	Knypersley Pools	Several local streams unite here to form a larger flow.
Into the City	Norton & Hanley	The river enters the urban area of the City
City Centre	Stoke town	The Fowlea Brook joins the river in the heart of town.
Southern Edge	Hanford	The Lyme Brook from Newcastle joins the Trent here.
Trentham Lake	Trentham Park	The river flows through the historic gardens and into a large lake.
Heading South	Barlaston and Stone	The river leaves the city, passing through rural landscapes toward Stone.