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.
Each month we’re going to bring you a profile of one of the UK native tree species being planted in the Silk Wood Community Planting Project. For November, it’s the alder buckthorn.
Get ready to elevate your festive shopping experience! The Westonbirt Shop is thrilled to announce the addition of an alcohol license, bringing a delightful range of locally sourced spirits, ciders, and beers to its shelves. This exciting development promises to make your Christmas shopping even more special.
Autumn’s finale - make the most of your membership...
It’s not what you think! It's a simple term for enjoying autumn foliage...
With the crisp autumn air and shorter days upon us, let’s revisit the warmer, albeit wetter, months of the Silk Wood Community Planting Project.
For only £30, Young Person Membership with the Friends of Westonbirt Arboretumis designed to help young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 access nature, boost wellbeing, and support endangered tree species.
Are you passionate about nature and sharing your knowledge with others? Do you enjoy connecting people with the beauty and significance of trees? If so, we invite you to join Westonbirt’s team of volunteer guides at the arboretum.
Each month we’re going to bring you a profile of one of the UK native tree species being planted in the Silk Wood Community Planting Project – this October it's crab apple.
Autumn is here, which means it’s the start of the season of fruiting and fading, where berries abound, leaves blaze, and the sun looks glorious! It's also the start of seed gathering season, where arboretum collections are expanded internationally through dedicated seed gathering trips.
We’re excited to announce our new Young Person Membership, helping improve access to nature and the affordability of visits to Westonbirt Arboretum. It’s our goal to help support wellbeing in young people at the same time as conserving trees, developing the charity together.
The Silk Wood Community Planting Project team and volunteers recently conducted a 'beat-up survey' to assess the survival rate of saplings planted last year.
We've been incredibly fortunate to have Mother Nature as a dedicated volunteer. She's not only helped us plant over 30 trees (that we know of) but has also provided invaluable care and nourishment for our green spaces. And the best part? She works completely for free!...
Supporting over 2,300 species, the oak is a true wildlife haven, hosting a diverse range of creatures from insects and birds to mammals and fungi. Its acorns provide a valuable food source for wildlife, and its timber has been used for centuries...
From backyard BBQs to Westonbirt shelves! The story of Chilli Club begins in the heart of a family passion, read on to find out more...