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​Welcome to Autumn at the Shop

The shop is brimming with autumnal treasures this October! From Halloween delights to cosy seasonal accessories, our friendly team has carefully curated something special for everyone. The best part - every purchase helps support the beautiful Westonbirt Arboretum.

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What's on in Oct

Posted in: Blog Autumn Seasonal

As October unfolds, Westonbirt Arboretum bursts into autumn colour. Members can enjoy unlimited entry, guided and discovery walks, hands-on workshops, family trails, and special events. Capture the season and make the most of your membership this vibrant month.

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A Successful First Summer for the Shuttle Bus

As autumn colours sweep through the arboretum, we’re celebrating the shuttle bus’s very first season. Discover how this new service has transformed visits for families and those with mobility challenges, and find out when it will return after a well-earned winter rest.

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Tree of the Month – Field Maple (Acer campestre)

As autumn settles over Silk Wood, the modest Field Maple, Britain’s only native maple, takes the spotlight. Its golden leaves light up the paths as dramatically as exotic maples elsewhere. Learn more about this humble native, another one of the newly planted species by our community project in Silk Wood.

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Celebrating the New Weather Vane

Westonbirt’s new play area now features a community-designed weather vane, unveiled on 26th September. Winning designer Natalie Chambers drew inspiration from her children exploring nature. Runner-up Lauren Metcalfe and highly commended Hartley, aged 6, are also celebrated. Click to find out more.

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What's on in September

As the days shorten and the leaves begin their magnificent transformation, September is the perfect time to visit Westonbirt and take full advantage of your membership benefits. With a stunning array of activities, from tranquil walks to hands-on workshops, there's a unique experience waiting for you around every corner.

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Your Reading List for Autumn: New Tree Books

We’re very excited about a plethora of new books on trees, just published in the past few weeks. Every purchase you make helps support the arboretum, so you can expand your library while helping to maintain Westonbirt's world-class tree collection.

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Tree of the Month: European Pear

Each month we’re going to bring you a profile of one of the UK native tree species being planted in the Silk Wood Community Planting Project – this month is the European pear.

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Tree of the Month: Beech

Each month we’re going to bring you a profile of one of the UK native tree species being planted in the Silk Wood Community Planting Project – this month is the common beech.

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What's on in August

Your membership provides free, year-round entry for you and up to four children, making spontaneous family days out a breeze this summer holiday.

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Tesco: Stronger Starts

Support us with your blue tokens at Tesco Tetbury!...

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A Visit to Cotswold Sculpture Park

Explore Cotswold Sculpture Park near Cirencester, an enchanting outdoor gallery featuring over 170 contemporary sculptures set within ten acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands. Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum members get 2 for 1 entry! Just show your valid membership card.

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Tree of the Month: Italian alder

Each month we’re going to bring you a profile of one of the tree species being planted in the Silk Wood Community Planting Project. This month it's the Italian alder...

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