Read a day in the life of a Westonbirt volunteer guide, Martin Green, who also generously gives his time as one of our charity trustees...
Blog - Spring
Going green at the 10K
We are all looking at ways we can be greener, and the Westonbirt 10K is no different. Find out more...
Tree of the month: Enkianthus campanulatus
Find out more about this charming shrub from Japan...
Experience the best of Westonbirt this May
A guide to your perfect day trip to the arboretum this spring...
Tree of the month: Magnolia kobus
This April, Westonbirt's Dendrologist, Rosie, highlights the elegant Magnolia kobus.
Discover spring at Westonbirt Arboretum: Guided walks, family fun and a Zog trail!
Discover the natural wonder and adventure this April at Westonbirt with enchanting cherry blossoms, interactive walks, free family-friendly activities, and more. Join us and immerse yourself in the beauty of spring!...
Thinking differently about diversity at Westonbirt
An exhibition of forest-inspired artwork by people whose minds work ‘differently’ is coming to Westonbirt in May 2023, as part of a project exploring the role and value of diversity in nature and in society.
Tree of the month: Lindera praetermissa
Tree of the month returns this March as Westonbirt's Dendrologist, Rosie, highlights the aromatic Lindera praetermissa.
Say hello to our 2023 Westonbirt Runners
We're proud to introduce our Westonbirt Runners to you, who will be taking part in the Westonbirt 10K to raise money for our charity to protect trees and enrich lives. Find out why some of them decided to Run for the Trees…...
Running the 2022 Westonbirt 10K
With the completion of the Westonbirt 10K on 12 May, we caught up with Julia, our Westonbirt Runner, to find out how it went…...
Westonbirt Unseen
Sensory experiences of the 'picturesque' at Westonbirt...
Meet Julia - Our Westonbirt Runner
This year we're pleased to announce Julia, our Supporter Services Manager, will be running for the trees at the 10K in May. We recently interviewed her so you can get to know her a little better...
Summer highlight: Flowering dogwood
This month we’re featuring the flowering dogwood, a tree with origins in North America that is worth seeking out throughout the year whether it’s in flower or not.
Spring highlight: Foxglove tree
This month we’re showcasing a highly decorative specimen, the Foxglove Tree. With four species of this tree located in the arboretum, you’ll want to seek them out to experience these ornamental beauties.
Spring highlight: Chinese parasol storax
Discover more about this rare and very scarcely grown plant, originally from China in this tree of the month blog.
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