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Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum

Welcome to the Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum

Westonbirt Arboretum is a world-renowned tree collection with over 15,000 trees and shrubs from around the world. It is home to several national collections including the National Collection of Maple species, the National Collection of Lime, and the National Collection of Walnut - plus more.

What we do

We’re a registered charity that was established to protect trees and enrich lives at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum. We’re committed to conservation, education and participation to help connect people with trees by supporting a wide range of activities at the arboretum

Your support for Westonbirt Arboretum helps to:

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trees cared for

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species protected

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people connected

Together, we can create a world where trees thrive for people and nature. Thank you for your support!

Blog & News Updates

Need some inspiration? Read on for recommendations, fun facts and more.

Woodland Obscura

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!...

February Favourites: Love & Luxury at the Westonbirt Shop

February Favourites: Love & Luxury at the Westonbirt Shop

It's February! The birds are in full song and love is in the air...and as ever we have some wonderful romantic treats at the Westonbirt Shop.

Get ready for an arboretum adventure with Stick Man!

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...

Your membership will make a difference

As part of our charitable work, we offer annual membership to Westonbirt Arboretum which provides a range of membership benefits to our members, while also supporting our mission, including:

  • Unlimited entry to the arboretum
  • Kids go free all year round (up to four children/grandchildren aged 18 and under)
  • 10% discount on Westonbirt Shop products (minimum £10 spend)
  • Pre-sale tickets to Westonbirt events plus free event parking for one car (worth £8)
  • Discounted entry into partner gardens
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