Your support for Westonbirt Arboretum helps to:
As a member, you keep Westonbirt thriving, ensuring over 100 tree species, that are endangered in the wild, are safeguarded for the future. As these trees are cared for and monitored at Westonbirt, we learn how they adapt to environmental changes and share this vital information with the international community so future generations will be able to enjoy these magnificent trees all over the world.
Become a member today to protect trees and enrich lives.
We are a charity with over 38,000 members who support The National Arboretum in connecting people with trees to improve the quality of life. Westonbirt Arboretum is a remarkable place with a beautiful and inspiring landscape where people can visit to enjoy and learn about trees.
With 15,000 tree specimens, 5 national tree collections and seasonal activities for all, visitors can come along to Westonbirt throughout the year and be met with a whole new environment as the seasons come and go. There's always something new to discover. A membership with us allows you to be a Westonbirt advocate, caring for one of the world's most extraordinary arboreta and gives you access to enjoy the arboretum, wander amongst the trees while protecting a cherished part of the Cotswold's much-loved landscape.
Never before has the need to adapt and prepare for the future been so great or your support been more vital.
care for
15,000
trees
As a member, you keep Westonbirt thriving, ensuring over 100 tree species, that are endangered in the wild, are safeguarded for the future. As these trees are cared for and monitored at Westonbirt, we learn how they adapt to environmental changes and share this vital information with the international community so future generations will be able to enjoy these magnificent trees all over the world.
Become a member today to protect trees and enrich lives.
We are a charity with over 38,000 members who support The National Arboretum in connecting people with trees to improve the quality of life. Westonbirt Arboretum is a remarkable place with a beautiful and inspiring landscape where people can visit to enjoy and learn about trees.
With 15,000 tree specimens, 5 national tree collections and seasonal activities for all, visitors can come along to Westonbirt throughout the year and be met with a whole new environment as the seasons come and go. There's always something new to discover. A membership with us allows you to be a Westonbirt advocate, caring for one of the world's most extraordinary arboreta and gives you access to enjoy the arboretum, wander amongst the trees while protecting a cherished part of the Cotswold's much-loved landscape.
Never before has the need to adapt and prepare for the future been so great or your support been more vital.
protect
2,500
species
connect
35,000+
people with trees
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Who we are
We’re a registered charity that was established to protect trees and enrich lives at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum. We’re committed to conservation, education and participation to help connect people with trees by supporting a wide range of activities at the arboretum, including:
- Caring for over 600 acres, including five national tree collections
- Providing educational activities for all ages
- Making the arboretum an accessible place for all to enjoy
- Supporting research into trees and their importance
- Raising awareness of the value of trees
As part of our charitable work, we offer annual membership to Westonbirt Arboretum which provides a range of membership benefits to our members, while also supporting our mission, including:
- Unlimited entry to the arboretum
- Kids go free all year round (up to four of your own children/grandchildren aged 18 and under)
- 10% discount on Westonbirt Shop products
- Bi-annual Westonbirt Magazine
- Discounts with local partners
- Pre-sale tickets to Westonbirt events
- Discounted entry into partner gardens
- Plus more!
Tree of the month: Oriental spruce
Native to the Caucasus and the Pontic Mountains of northeastern Turkey, this month's tree of the month is among the most attractive spruces, with a dense form with short branches.
Escape the hustle and bustle this December
Westonbirt Arboretum is beautiful to visit at any time of year, but it is especially peaceful in December. It's a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season and enjoy a magical winter day out.
My rewarding experience as a trustee
One of our trustees recounts their fulfilling journey, from being introduced to Westonbirt's captivating beauty to playing a key role in shaping the organisation's people-centric policies and inspiring staff. Read on to find out more...