Getting to grips with grass ID in the Community Woodland...
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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...
Tree of the Month: Small-Leaved Lime
This time last year, we met the first of our planting project species, the large-leaved lime, so to celebrate a year of the Silk Wood Community Planting Project trees, we’re looking at its smaller-leaved relative, the aptly named small-leaved lime.
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...
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...
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.
Hit the road (munt)jac!
Find out more about the sapling tree guard testing that's been going on at the Silk Wood Community Planting Project...
Tree of the month: 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 Common alder...
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!...
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...
Uncover the Secrets of Westonbirt: Join a Discovery Walk
As a member, you enjoy free entry to the arboretum, giving you the freedom to explore whenever the mood strikes. Take the path less travelled and delve a little deeper into our captivating trees. Led by knowledgeable guides, these special walks offer a unique perspective on the arboretum, uncovering hidden gems and sharing fascinating insights into the lives of our extraordinary trees.
Community Collage
Want to learn more about how we connected creativity and ecology at Westonbirt? Read this full blog post to discover how we transformed a community planting project into a vibrant art experience with the Bristol Hospital Education Service!...
What’s on in January
January can be tough, but fresh air and nature can work wonders. Discover how walking in the rain (yes, really!) and exploring the arboretum's winter beauty can boost your mood.
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