As the festivities really start to ramp up, Westonbirt moves into winter mode; an exciting new season with plenty to enjoy, as the leafless deciduous trees offer new avenues of interest and vistas too. Winter is a time for resting and renewal and although (some) trees may be bare, there’s a plethora of activity still happening in the arboretum.
Blog - Christmas
Westonbirt Shop: A new era of festive cheer
Get ready to elevate your festive shopping experience! The Westonbirt Shop is thrilled to announce the addition of an alcohol license, bringing a delightful range of locally sourced spirits, ciders, and beers to its shelves. This exciting development promises to make your Christmas shopping even more special.
What's on in November
Autumn’s finale - make the most of your membership...
Westonbirt Christmas decorations by Noble Art Design
The Westonbirt Shop is filled with wooden decorations to make your Christmas tree extra festive this year. Read about our Westonbirt collection by Noble Art Design...
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...
We know, we know… Christmas seems to start earlier every year, but for those of you who like to plan ahead we thought we’d give a sneak peek at what we have planned for Enchanted Christmas this year…...
How did Christmas trees start?
It’s one of our favourite times of year! When everyone brings trees into their homes and decorates them. So we thought we’d celebrate the Christmas tree with a whistle stop tour through its history!...
The most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner!
Join us along the illuminated trail at Westonbirt Arboretum this season...
Gift a membership this season...
Incentivise your friend or loved-one to keep active all year round and experience the arboretum’s magnificent seasonal changes!...
Behind the scenes at Enchanted Christmas
Last night we tested the lights on the Enchanted Christmas illuminated trail. It's looking good and we can't wait to open the gates on 27 November!...
Christmas fundraising - a big thank you!
Thank you to everyone who bought a raffle ticket, bid on a silent auction lot or who took part in the activities in the Great Oak Hall during Enchanted Christmas.
NEW! Giant undercover festive area… must be Enchanted Christmas!
This year we have a (brand new!) giant marquee which will be an undercover area for food, drink, seating and browsing Christmas gifts.
Turning a learning centre into a wintry wonderland!
Christmas is coming!...
What are your winter traditions?
As part of Westonbirt’s programme of family activities this winter, Westonbirt’s education team have created a trail that explores winter traditions from around the world.
Why do we have a tree indoors at Christmas time?
As part of Westonbirt’s programme of family activities this winter, Westonbirt’s education team have created a trail that explores winter traditions from around the world.
Why would you give frankincense or myrrh as a present?
As part of Westonbirt’s programme of family activities this winter, Westonbirt’s education team have created a trail that explores winter traditions from around the world.
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