What's on in Oct
Make the Most of Your Westonbirt Membership This October
As October unfolds, Westonbirt Arboretum transforms into a vibrant tapestry of autumnal hues. It's the perfect time to immerse yourself in the season's beauty and take full advantage of your membership benefits. Here's how you can make the most of your visit:
Explore & Discover
Your membership grants you unlimited entry (as long as you pre-book!), so why not delve deeper into the arboretum's seasonal wonders?
● Guided Walks: Join daily October walks at 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 2:00 PM to explore the Old Arboretum's autumn highlights. Learn more.
● Discovery Walks: Every Thursday at 11:45 AM, embark on a themed journey through the trees. Learn more.
● Autumn Walks: Monday 27 and Friday 31 October, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM and 1:30 PM–3:00 PM, enjoy a family-friendly walk filled with games and challenges. Learn more.
Family Fun & Special Events
● Autumn’s Wonders: Tuesday 28–Thursday 30 October, 10:30 AM–3:30 PM. Discover the science behind autumn's colour change and create your own leaf crown or mobile. Learn more.
● Fabulous Fungi Discovery Day: Saturday 18 October, 10:30 AM–3:30 PM. Explore the world of fungi and craft a clay mushroom tile at Silk Wood Barn. Learn more.
● Autumn Coppice Market: Saturday 25–Sunday 26 October, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. Visit Silk Wood to see traditional coppicing demonstrations and purchase handcrafted items. Learn more.
● Wild Westonbirt: Third Saturday of the month, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. A day dedicated to all things wild and wonderful. Learn more.
● Community Woodland Public Volunteering Day: Saturday 11 October, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM. Join fellow members and volunteers to help care for Westonbirt’s woodlands, learn practical skills, and enjoy the autumn scenery. Learn more.
Get Creative with Workshops
● Needle Felt Workshops: Friday 3 October, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM. Join Amy Grimsby for a creative morning of dry needle felting. Learn more.
● Beech Wood and Seagrass Footstool Weaving: Saturday 4 October, 9:50 AM–4:00 PM. Spend a day weaving your own footstool with a view of the trees. Learn more.
● Introduction to the Japanese Art of Kintsugi Ceramics Repair: Friday 10 October (plus other dates), 10:00 AM–1:00 PM. Learn the beautiful art of repairing broken ceramics with gold. Learn more.
● Nordic Walking: Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 10:00 AM–11:15 AM. Learn a new way to explore the outdoors. Learn more.
● Willow Sculpture Workshop: Friday 10 & Saturday 25 October (plus other dates), 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. Create your own beautiful willow sculpture. Learn more.
● Creating Garden Plans Workshop: Sunday 12 October, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. Learn professional garden design methods and gain practical skills to plan your layout effectively. Learn more.
● Planning & Planting Workshop: Sunday 12 October, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. Hands-on workshop covering professional garden design methods suitable for all experience levels. Learn more.
● Botanical Printmaking Workshop: Saturday 18 October, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM. Create beautiful prints inspired by Westonbirt’s autumn flora. All skill levels welcome. Learn more.
Capture the Season
Don't forget to participate in the Forestry England Autumn Leaf Watch photo competition. Share your autumn photos on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #AutumnLeafWatch by 31 October for a chance to win exciting prizes. Learn more.
Looking Ahead
As the month progresses, get ready for the enchanting Christmas at Westonbirt light trail, returning this festive season with brand-new installations. Learn more.
