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.
Blog - Education
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scout About
Celebrating 1st Dursley Scouts’ achievements...
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...
More than meets the Rye
Getting to grips with grass ID in the Community Woodland...
What's on in July
Summer is in full swing at Westonbirt Arboretum. July is packed with wild walks, hands-on workshops, and family-friendly fun! From discovering the hidden stories behind wildflowers to crafting your own garden sculpture, it’s the perfect time to explore, create and connect with nature.
Look, then look again
Read on to find out how mindful photography for improved mental health and wellbeing...
The Wood Wide Web
The secret life of trees goes far beyond what we see on the surface - there’s a hidden network at play, connecting trees and plants in a way that’s nothing short of remarkable: the Wood Wide Web.
Tree of the month: Hawthorn
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 Hawthorn...
Flower Power
Read on to find out more about the experience of one of Westonbirt's new Flora Survey Volunteers as they dive into the world of wildflowers and beyond...
Wild Ideas
Getting your family outdoors is fantastic, but dragging kids through the mud - literally or figuratively - without considering what interests them, could lead to resistance. Here are some ideas to help get your family outside...
Spring in Full Swing
May is the perfect time to enjoy the breathtaking spring blooms at Westonbirt. The arboretum comes alive with a burst of vibrant colours and sweet scents including the Rhododendrons, with so many plants in full bloom. It’s a great chance to take in the beauty of the bluebells, especially in the cool, shady areas of Silk Wood.
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