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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...

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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...

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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...

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Your Picture-Perfect Picnic Awaits!

Imagine relaxing on a luxurious tweed blanket amidst stunning scenery, enjoying treats served on charming cherry picnicware from our vibrant baskets. Don't forget our delicious biscuits and refreshing nature-inspired drinks! Find all your picnic essentials at the Westonbirt Shop and create unforgettable outdoor memories.

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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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Tree of the month: Wild cherry

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 Wild cherry...

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A blooming marvellous April at Westonbirt Arboretum

Spring is here! Get ready for a fantastic lineup: BioBlitz, Easter family activities, the Coppice Market, and delightful craft workshops. Don't miss out!...

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Handmade Nature blooms this spring

Imagine stepping into a world where the delicate shimmer of fused glass echoes the dew on a forest leaf, and vibrant embroidered birds perch on fabric blooms, rescued from a life destined for landfill. This isn't a dream, it's the reality of "Handmade Nature," a captivating exhibition coming to Westonbirt Arboretum's Great Oak Hall from Wednesday 16 April to Bank Holiday Monday 21 April!...

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Planting 6,700 trees with the help of community groups

Local community groups, schools and colleges joined forces to help plant 3,400 trees at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum this November to April to reach a total of 6,700 since last year.

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Installing a Tree Growth Monitoring Station

The Silk Wood Community Planting Project team were recently joined by Climate Scientists from Forest Research, the research agency of the Forestry Commission, to install a Tree Growth Monitoring Station at the Silk Wood Community Planting Project site.

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March into Spring at Westonbirt

With March’s arrival and the spring equinox on the 20th, signs of spring are beginning to emerge all around Westonbirt. The snowdrops and crocuses have already brought early splashes of colour, while the early blooming varieties of rhododendrons are adding a wonderful vibrancy to the arboretum. Here’s what’s on at Westonbirt this month...

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Woodland Obscura

Lights, camera, Westonbirt! Students and artist Justin Quinnell explored the magic of pinhole photography, from giant eyeball cameras to self-made turmeric paper. They even used cream crackers and cans to capture stunning images of the trees they helped plant. See their incredible results!...

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Get ready for an arboretum adventure with Stick Man!

Join Stick Man on his forest adventure and help him get back to the family tree! From 05 February...

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Tree of the month: Dogwood

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 Dogwood...

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