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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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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.
Connecting Carers with Nature: How Your Support Makes a Difference
Thanks to the generosity of our Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum (FOWA) members, we were able to help fund transport for a very special wellbeing day at Westonbirt Arboretum.
Growing Wellbeing Through Nature: Our Journey with Swindon Mind
At the Silkwood Community Planting Project, groups come together to volunteer their time, planting and caring for trees. Swindon Mind, has become frequent visitors to the project, spending time in nature to promote mental wellbeing.
Tree of the Month: Sweet Chestnut
Each month we’re bringing you a profile of one of the UK’s native tree species in the Silk Wood Community Planting Project – this month it’s the Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa).