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.
Get ready for an exciting new chapter! As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we're thrilled to announce a dynamic new Board leadership team. These esteemed individuals, already valuable members of our Board of Trustees, are stepping up to guide The Friends into the next exciting phase.
Ever wondered where the seeds for our stunning trees come from? Join us on a thrilling journey to the Mediterranean, as we delve into the latest seed collecting expedition undertaken by the experts at Westonbirt Arboretum.
If ever there was a demonstration of the value of intergenerational storytelling, it was our day shared with The Friendship Café watching the second in their trilogy of community films. Pioneering Glimpses tells the story of the Muslim Community in Gloucester, with its gentle biographical style exploring the history of faith in the city.
If your Sunday evening viewing has you captivated by the awesome autumn beauty and historic heritage of The National Arboretum, you’re not alone. The awe-inspiring collection of Japanese Acers, Oak trees, and Whitebeams are world-famous, transforming the landscape in a dazzling array of yellow, orange, and crimson hues in autumn.
Meet Marc, Laura, and Rachel, who are aiming to raise £250 each for Westonbirt Arboretum...
We're pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Bryars and Sam Addadahine to the charity’s Board of Trustees, read on to find out more about them...
Armed with spades, smiles, and enthusiasm, we joined forces with the amazing Westonbirt staff, united by a shared passion for the environment to plant trees as part of the Silk Wood Community Planting Project.
One of our trustees recounts their fulfilling journey, from being introduced to Westonbirt's captivating beauty to playing a key role in shaping the organisation's people-centric policies and inspiring staff. Read on to find out more...
Our Head of Supporter Journey, Jane, is leaving the charity and moving onto a new adventure this October, read about her journey with us in this blog...
We recently caught up with Martyn Smith, our charity's Finance Trustee, to learn more about this valued volunteer who donates his time to guide our organisation. Read on to find out more...
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...
We’re thrilled to announce that The Friends have provided funds to support the new role of Tree Conservation Manager at Westonbirt to deliver on conservation objectives befitting a world-leading botanic institute.
We recently welcomed Emma Griffiths, our new CEO, to The Friends' team. Read her introduction to get to know her a little more...
With the completion of the Westonbirt 10K on 12 May, we caught up with Julia, our Westonbirt Runner, to find out how it went…...