Discover more about this rare and very scarcely grown plant, originally from China in this tree of the month blog.
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Global Recycling Day
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Every year, the Earth yields billions of tons of natural resources and at some point, in the not too distant future, it will run out.
Spring highlights: Judas tree
Posted in: Blog Botanical Tree of the Month
This month we're exploring the Judas tree (Cercis siliquastrum). It is one of the first trees you see when arriving at Westonbirt and when in flower with is deep pink flowers you'll not want to miss it.
Master the art of Pancake Day
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Pancakes four ways, the origin of the day and how trees make Pancake Day even better - this blog is filled with everything you need to know about Pancake Day!...
Member memories, Margaret Headen
Posted in: Blog Events Great Oak Hall History
The second memory we're sharing with you is from Margaret Headen. Read on to find out more about Margaret's memories of events in the Great Oak Hall...
Member memories, Lisa Price
Posted in: Blog Events Great Oak Hall History
This year you've been sharing your memories with us for the Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum's 35th birthday. Read Lisa's heartwarming memory...
A virtual fair
This year you'll be able to browse the stalls, find the perfect Christmas present and support local charities all from the comfort of your own home.
7 things you didn't know about polecats
During spring at Westonbirt, we had a very unexpected visitor!...
It's good to be back!
Posted in: Blog Member communications
Now that Westonbirt Arboretum has reopened we have loved receiving your messages of support and letting us know how much you've enjoyed your visits.
Quiz - Spring Flowers
Are you a spring flower trivia king or queen? Find out in our spring quiz...
A living fossil down under
Posted in: Blog Tree of the Month
As February draws to a close and we embrace the start of spring we're taking a look at another of Westonbirt's living fossils, which came back from the dead on the other side of the world, the Wollemi pine.
One of Westonbirt’s rarest trees
Posted in: Blog Botanical Propagation Tree of the Month
This year we will be taking you on a journey around the world at Westonbirt, exploring our collection and learning new things along the way.
7 things you didn't know about bio-security
Posted in: Blog Propagation Learning Landscape Autumn
Read our introduction to some interesting things about bio-security you may not know...
The ultimate guide to Westonbirt exhibitions this autumn (2019)
Posted in: Blog Events Great Oak Hall Autumn
Read on to discover the must see exhibitions taking place at Westonbirt this season...
Feeling Blue?
Posted in: Blog Health & wellbeing
Being active and getting outdoors has been proven to provide a great boost to your mental well-being, and we want to encourage you to find some time soon to explore the great outdoors.
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